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M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 136-No. 5, February 2, 2008 oftoday! 2007 Syrup Festival Queen looks back at her reign by Sandra Ponsetto the 2007 Little Miss Syrup Staff Writer Festival Princess, represent­ As her reign as the 2007 ing Vermontville at a variety Vermontville Maple Syrup of events throughout the year Festival Queen is drawing to including the St. Patrick’s a close, Maple Valley High Day Parade in Hastings, the •School senior Emily Eldred Vermontville Syrup Festival is putting together a scrap­ Association’s annual book chronicling her experi­ Sugaring-Off Party, ences to show to 2008 queen Potterville Gizzard Fest, the candidates during their ori­ Chesaning Showboat Parade, entation session at Ionia Free Fair Parade, Vermontville’s First Sunfield Farmer’s Day Congregational hurch Picnic, Hastings Monday evening. Summerfest, Charlotte As Emily and her mother, Frontier Days and the St. Kim, and sister, Katie, sort Johns Mint Festival. through the stacks of photos, "It was really cool; a lot of there are photos of Emily fun," said Eldred looking and her court members through the photos. "Really, Jorden Hewlett, Jillian everything went off without Simmons, and Kathleen a hitch." Welch participating in a vari­ "Except the time we didn’t ety of activities including have a hitch," said her moth­ last year’s queen contest er with a smile. when they were selected to Emily laughed and represent Vermontville and explained that one time when donned their sashes and they hitched the Syrup tiaras for the first time. Festival float to the back of There also are photos of truck before a parade, they teens and Mackenzie Visser, realized it had the wrong kind of hitch and the float was tipping precariously. Fortunately, they were able to find the right type of hitch and everything, including the float, was once again on an even keel. Emily said she enjoyed spending time with Visser who attended every parade and event throughout the year. "Mackenzie even got to meet Miss Michigan at Chesaning and got an auto­ graphed pictured," said Eldred, who added that one of her best memories includ­ ed meeting Marilene Beardslee, the wife of Vermontville baseball leg­ end Ken Beardslee who played for the New York Yankees and Pittsburgh Pirates during his 25-year professional baseball career. "She was at the Chesaning Showboat Parade because Emily Eldred passes out brochures promoting the 2007 Vermontville Maple Syrup during the St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Hastings. See ELDRED, page 2 “Festival Vermontville Township holds reappraisal informational meeting by Sandra Ponsetto 'Staff Writer Tuesday afternoon, mem­ bers of the Vermontville Township Board and Board of Review and members of the community had an opportunity to meet repre­ sentatives from the State of Michigan’s Tax Assessment Certification Department, Jeff Winans, the township’s new assessor, and Mark McDermaid, the owner of Landmark Appraisal Co. of Flint, and learn how the reappraisal process would be conducted. In August, the Michigan State Tax Commission (STC) voted unanimously to seize control of Vermontville Township’s tax rolls and turn them over Maple Valley High School to hold Winter Homecoming next week Maple Valley High School his or her mouth so the students will have a chance judges can check. Cheaters to shake off the winteY dol­ will be disqualified. drums next week, Feb. 4 to 8, Contestants in the Guess when their school celebrates What? Game will be blind­ Winter Homecoming with a folded and asked to stick week filled with a variety of their hand in four different activities arranged by the containers and guess what is leadership classes. Only in each container. Two students from each lunchtime activities will take place on Monday and class will be needed for the Tuesday, all other events will begin on Wednesday. See WINTER, page 3 The lunchtime activities, held during the two high Maple Valley High school lunch hours Monday School Winter through Thursday will Homecoming King and include: Monday, Licorice/Pop Game; Queen candidates and Tuesday, Guess What?, court are (bottom to top) Wednesday, Marshmallow Kyle Fisher, Jaklynn Toss; and Thursday, balloon Platte, Brittney Gardener, game. Ashley Gonser, Jill For the Licorice/Pop Simmons, Dan Benedict, Game, a player from each Kaleb Root, Cassie class is given a full glass of Knauss, Joe Benedict; pop and a piece of licorice to Megan Shoemaker and use as a straw. When they Jed Wieland. Absent from finish the pop, they must then eat all the licorice. Each photo is Dylan Bennett. player will be asked to open to an independent agency for reassessment before they are returned to the control of the township. This came after the com­ mission’s 14-point review, initiated by a taxpayer com­ plaint in February, found the township’s tax rolls to be, "significantly non-compliant," when it scored 98 out of 196 points possible on the review. Since then, long-time tville Township r Bill Crittenden has from the post, and assumed his duties. wnship also hired rk Appraisal Co. to the reassessment for ost of $44,000. purpose of the meetto get everybody that will be involved reappraisal process, yone can get some tion and have some questions answered about how this will work out," said Vermontville Township Supervisor Russ Laverty. McDermaid said that his firm would send a letter to all property owners in the town­ ship, informing them that Landmark would be in the area conducting reappraisals throughout the coming year. He said his employees would start visiting each property in the spring as soon as the weather clears. All apprais­ ers will carry photo identifi­ cation and a copy of the let­ ter sent by Landmark Appraisal Co. They will also have magnetic signs on the sides of their vehicles. According to McDermaid, if the property owner or resi­ dent is not at home, the appraiser will leave a call- See MEETING page 3 This Issue eld Boy Scouts to hold AYCE hetti dinner date for Nashville blood drive r pajamas to Putnam Library 4s learn about space, night ers needed for Feb. 23 Walk wrestlers close KVA season �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, February 2, 2008 Page 2 ELDRED continued from page she Queer^Oil W WB1 it anniversary." was her explained Eldred. "She came over to meet us because we were from Vermontville. It was nice to meet her." Eldred said she had a lot of fun during the past year and recommends that any girl interested in becoming the Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen should become a can­ didate. "Just make sure you can fit it into your schedule; it takes up a lot of Saturdays," she cautioned. The 2007 Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Queen Emily Eldred and her court congratulate Mackenzie Visser after she is crowned Little Miss Syrup Festival Princess. 113 N. Main Nashville 517-852-9700 Jock & Judy1 Hours: Open 7 Days 6AM-8PM ’ Country Kettle Cafe FRIDAY SPECIALS All You Can Eat Fish (Cod or Perch) . | All You Can Eat Shrimp SATURDAY SPECIALS BBQ Pork Ribs ____ Fried Chicken__ SUNDAY SPECIALS j Swiss Steak Baked Chicken & Dressing Ham Steak & Yams Nashville v Friendly Family CHECK OUT OUR EARLY RIRD Restaurant with Family Prices! BREAKFAST SPECIALS & DAILY SPECIALS MON.-FRI. She said that even though the queen and her court members are no longer required to attend more than the Syrup Festival, she enjoyed representing her community at other local events. "It’s a great experience and I would say that anyone who is interested should just go ahead and do it," she added. After Monday’s orienta­ tion, Eldred will crown her successor at the queen con­ test, slated for 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. fI, at the First Congregational Church in Vermontville. Eldred’s offi­ cial duties will be over except for an appearance at the Sugaring-Off Party and a ceremonial crowning of the 2008 queen and her court during this year’s Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival. Eldred is already making plans for her next role—col­ lege student While she said she hasn’t decided on a major, she is planning to attend either Michigan State University and Olivet College after graduating from Maple Valley High School in June. Emily Eldred, Mackenzie Visser and Jillian Simmons pose for a photo with the Burger King before one of their many parade appearances. 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. Corner 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 Vermontville, Gresham UMC sets Ash Wednesday service The Vermontville and Gresham United Methodist Churches (UMC) will hold an Ash Wednesday service at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 6, at the Vermontville UMC, located at 108 N. Main St, Vermontville. The worship, entitled “Encounters at the Cross,” will include responsive read­ ings, silent confession, singing, scripture medita­ tions, the placing of ashes on the forehead, a reader’s the­ ater and Holy Communion, to prepare worshipers for the FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St. • (517) 726-0258 Sunday Morning Worship Sunday School............... 9- 10 a.m. Family Worship............... 10- 11 a.m. with fellowship afterwards Wed. night: Pioneer Club .. .6-7:15 p.m. K-6th grade Family dinner 5:30 p.m. (dub members only) PASTOR: ISRAEL YOUNG 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 GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School.................... 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... P.M. Worship ............ ... 11a.m. ..6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship ..................................... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER 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 PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School............................. 9:45 Morning Worship.............................. 11 Evening Worship................................ 6 Wednesday Family .Night Service ......... 6:45 p.m. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte .one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. . PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 www.GQTI.com Goodrich JAUTY 269-945-SH0W ®ER$ KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Services 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages .. .1030 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 Schoo ............... 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 & Barryviile Rd.) Sunday Worship.................. 8:30 a.m (Includes Children’s Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. 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PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday Worship Service.................. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................ 11:15 a.m. PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 M Rocking Seats • All Digital Sound Free Drink Refills • 25c corn refills BIG SCREE s3.5O ALL SEATS ’ $6.50 except adult evening ® Stadium Seating O No pama SHOWTIMES 2/2 - 2/7 THE BUCKET LIST (PG-13) 11:50,2:10,4:30,6:50,9:10 FRI/SATLS 11:20 PIRATES WHO DON’T DO ANYTHING: A VEGGIETALES MOVIE (G) 11:00,1:00,3:20,5:20 MAD MONEY (PG-13) 7:15,9:45 O® RAMBO (R) 12:00,2:20,4:40, 7:00,9:30 FRI/SAT LS 11:40 ©27 DRESSES (PG-13) 11:10,1:40,4:15,7:25,10:00 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. 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.............................. 9:45 A.M. Service 11 a P.M. Service........................................7 Wed. Service ............................ 7 p.m. PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 . . • Good Friday service at 7 p.m. Friday, March 21, at Vermontville UMC • Easter Sunrise service at 7 a.m. Sunday, Mar. 23, at Gresham UMC, followed by an Easter breakfast and wor­ ship at 9:30 a.m. at Gresham UMC and 11 a.m. Easter worship at Vermontville UMC. For more information, call (517) 726-0526. encounter. Sundays during the Lenten Season will include “Encounters at the Cross” and the extinguishing of can­ dles, the reverse of the light­ ing of Advent candles that is done during the Advent sea­ son. Holy Week activities will include: • Passover Seder Meal at 6 p.m. Thursday, March 20 at Gresham UMC, located at 5055 N. Mulliken Rd., one mile north of Vermontville Highway.; LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT GRACE WORLD OUTREACH CENTER HASTINGS 4 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 AL RUSSELL 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, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11XX) a.m. Weekly Bible Studies: United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, February 2, 2008 — Page 3 Maplewood announces February Students of the Month Each month during the school year, the teachers and staff at Maplewood Elementary in Vermontville select one student from each grade based on citizenship to be named "Student of the Month." Students of the Month for February are Zach Rosenberger from Jeanne Hansen’s sixth grade class, Mariah Szymanski from Bob Smith’s fifth grade class, and Logan Teneyck, Laura Smith’s fourth grade class. Each of the students will receive awards from these sponsors: Goodtime Pizza in Nashville, Moo-ville Creamery, Nashville Logan Teneyck Subway, Roush’s Sidewalk Mariah Szymanski Zach Rosenberger Cafe, Charlotte Wendy’s and Charlotte Burger King. Sunfield Boy Scouts to hold AYCE spaghetti dinner The Sunfield Boy Scouts of Troop 157 will host their second annual "All You Can Eat Spaghetti Dinner" Sunday, Feb. 17, from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Old Timer's Bar and Grill on Main Street, Sunfield. Dinner will include garlic bread, salad and a dessert. Tickets are $6 in advance, age 6 2nd up, and can be pur­ chased from any member of the Troop or by contacting Assistant Scoutmaster Michelle Poddig at (616) 374-0907 or Beth Hilts at (517) 566-8818. Tickets are $8 at the door for adults, $6 ages 6 to 13 and children 5 and under are free. There will be door prizes. Come and kickoff the NASCAR season with the Daytona 500 on the bi g screen television. WINTER, continued from page 1 Marshmallow Toss. One pupil will hold a bucket on his or her head and the other will stand behind an assigned line and attempt to throw marshmallows in the bucket. Any student crossing the line will be disqualified. Each marshmallow caught' will earn the team one point. Players in the Balloon Game will be required to blow up a balloon until it pttps.The first person to pop the balloon wins five points for his or her class. Themed dress-up days are Wednesday, Sport/Sport Fan Day; Thursday, Design a Tshirt Day; and Friday, Class Color/Theme Day. First hour teachers will record partici­ pation points; afternoon co- op and vo-ed students should see Duska Brumm. Hats will be acceptable Wednesday through Friday during Winter Homecoming Week. Points will be award­ ed based on the percentage of participation: First place, 25 points; second place, 15 points; third place, 10 points; and fourth place, five points. During Sport/Sport Fan Day, students may either dress as an athlete or a fan of a sport. On Design a T-shirt Day, students may design and wear their own schoolappropriate T-shirt. And, for Class Color/Theme Day, stu­ dents should dress according to the color and/or holiday theme assigned to their class: Seniors, green and white and St. Patrick’s Day; juniors, red, white and blue and 4th of July; sophomores, orange and black and Halloween; and freshman, pink and pur­ ple and Valentine’s Day. There will also be a bleacher-decorating contest during fourth and fifth peri­ ods on Friday. Twelve stu­ dents from each class will decorate their assigned sec­ tion of bleachers according to their class colors and holi­ day theme. Decorating sup­ plies should only be pur­ chased by or with permission from the class advisor. In addition to the activities during school hours, there will be the traditional Power Ball Volleyball Game between junior and senior Date of Nashville blood drive changed Due to a scheduling error the date of the February Red Cross blood drive in Nashville has been changed. The blood drive will be held from 1 to 6:45 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 13, at Mulberry Gardens Restaurant and Banquet Facility, ^975 N.Main St., Nashville. Doreen Dean,Nashville blood drive chairperson for the Barry County Red Cross, said the Red Cross desper­ ately needs both O positive and O negative blood. Donors must be at least 17 years of age, weigh 110 lbs. or more and be in reasonably good health. meeting, continued from page 1 back card on the door requesting the owner call them at their convenience. McDermaid said the apprais­ ers do not need to enter homes or outbuildings, but they do need to talk to the property owners. Later, one or two partners will return to the area and take photo­ graphs of each property. Then as the third and final step, the appraisers would make a final round to deter­ mine if any new buildings or construction had been added during the appraisal process. The reassessed tax rolls and assessment cards would be turned over to Winans and entered into a township com­ puter database. Bill Rogers from the Michigan Tax Assessment Certification Department said that he has checked McDermaid’s work in the past and states, "He will be objective in what he does and that is what is needed in this situation," adding that McDermaid’s work, "has integrity." Rogers explained that dur­ ing the reassessment process someone from his depart­ ment would randomly pick 10 to 20 samples from Landmark’s files, "to make sure they are on track." Laverty said the state requires the reassessment to be finished by December; however he anticipates that it will be complete approxi­ mately six months after it is begun. He added that he and all members of the township board of review (Jack Owens, Don Grant, Bill Hosey, and Rob Cook) would be attending board of review training sessions this year. McDermaid said that he would keep the township apprised of his firm’s progress through monthly reports and said that anyone who has questions may call his company’s toll free num­ ber l-(800) 538-6513. boys at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 6, in the new gym. The winning team will play the all-male staff team. Putnam District Library in Admission to the event is Nashville will hold a special $4 per person. Power Ball T- nighttime story hour at 7 shirts must be paid for when p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 5. ordered and are the responsi­ All books and activities bility of the leadership class. will be about bedtime. Kids Finally, Winter are encouraged to wear their Homecoming Week will pajamas and bring their wrap up with a dance, spon- favorite stuffed animal sored by the leadership class-and/or blanket. Featured stoes, from 8 to 11 p.m. ries will include The Saturday, Feb. 9, in the high Napping House by Audrey school gym. Admission will Wood, Ten in the Bed by be $4 per person. Punch and Penny Dale, and Five Little light refreshments will be Monkeys Jumping on the Bed served, and photos will be by Eileen Christelow. Come available. Prices will be and enjoy these stories read posted around the school. Wear pajamas to Putnam Library COBB WELL MILUN6 (REPAIR • 7 Day Service • Pumps Installed & Repaired • Service On Submersible Pumps • 2” - 5" Well Drilling and Repair 30 Years Experience Estimates Available 517-726-0377 356 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville bichard Cobb David Cobb by a library volunteer. Regular daytime story hours are scheduled for 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 8, and Friday, Feb. 22. Interested adults are encouraged to bring little ones of all ages. All story hours will be held in the children’s room. Putnam District Library in Nashville is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday and Wednesday; 3 to 8 p.m. Tuesday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday; 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, and is closed Thursday and Sunday. iana’s cP&ice The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Tuesday — Friday S.E. Corner ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 Ml Lie. #1748 O’Dell on Michigan Tech dean’s list Vermontville resident Christi J. O’Dell, a senior majoring in business admin­ istration, was among more than 1,300 students placed on the fall 2007 dean's list at Michigan Technological University, earning grade point averages of 3.5 or high- er. Dr. Les Cook, vice presi­ dent for student affairs, reports that- 285 students (indicated by asterisks) earned straight A averages of 4.0, with 1,066 attaining GPAs from 3.50 to 3.99. 06667039 Carltonsale! We're making room so we can bring you new products! BUY 1—GET 1 06667075 The men of the Vermontville United Methodist Church are putting on a breakfast for the community. It will be on Saturday, February 9th from 7am to 10am. Everybody Welcome! A good will donation is suggested. Come j on in and start the day out right. | We have pancakes, sausage links, eggs any style you want, Texas toast ; and biscuits and gravy. Beverages INCLUDES AU BAGS, GIFT WRAP AND EVERYDAY CARDS! (Excludes seasonal cards. PUNCH CARDS may not be used during this promotion.) Maple Valley pharmacy- store hours • Mon-Fri 9-6 • Sat 9-1 219 N. Main • Nashville 517.852.0845 toll free 87Z852.2601 • www.maplevalleyrx.com �Just Say ‘As Advertised m the Maple Valley News' Saturday February 2. 2008 — Page 4 RandiSue Frisbie Donna M. Fifield NASHVILLE - Donna M Fifield age 78. of Vermontville passed away <m Friday. January 25. 2008 peacefully at Eaton Community Hospice, in Charlotte Ms. Fifield was bom in Lansing on December 3. 1929. the daughter of the late Theodore Wade and Vernie Swain. She was raised in the Lansing area and attended Everett High School graduat­ ing in 1948. She continued her education by attending college where she studied art. She was a former member of the Eagles tn Woodland, and enjoyed spending time with her family, being in her yard admiring her flowers and watching John Wayne movies. She enjoyed hunting for mushrooms and wild aspara gus. Donna is survived by daughters, Nicki (Oren) Gillett, Debbie (Randy) Baker. Melissa (Larry) Dockter. and Valerie (Daryl) Vaughan; son AC "Sparky* (Cindy) Gilmore; 12 grand­ children, and 13 great grand­ children. Cecil H. Valdick VERMONTVILLE - Cecil world. They returned to the H.. Valdick, age 69, of Vermontville passed away Vermontville area after he on Thursday, January 31, retired from military service 2008 at his Vermontville in 1977. Cecil began working at the home. Mr. Valdick was bom in United States Post Office in 1979 where he was instru­ Assyria, on November 18, 1938, the son of the late mental in helping to develop Cecil and Ammie (Tiede) the Bar Coding system which was used to track Valdick Cecil attended packages more efficiently. Cecil and Janet have been Vermontville schools gradu­ ating from Vermontville married for over 48 years. High School in 1956. He Cecil was a member ofthe continued his education at Nashville Baptist Church, Western Michigan and the American Legion University. Vermontville Post He was the husband of He enjoyed golfing, Janet (Swiger) Valdick. The watching Lions football, couple was married on Tigers Baseball and loved September 19, 1959 at the Michigan State Athletics. EUB church in Nashville. He also loved his grand­ The couple spent their children and enjoyed spend­ early married years together ing time with them. following Cecil's career in He is survived by his wife the United States Airforce Janet; daughters, Cheryl which took them to several (Terry) Pierce, Denise different locations through­ (John) Kent, and Brenda out the United States and the (Eric) Valiquette; son, Mark Wanted: Standing Timber Call Hughes Logging LLC Since 1980 Leonard Hughes Jr. (517) 852-9040 , Log With Horses or Skidder 06664087 NASHVILLE - RandieSue Frisbie, age 26, ofNashville, died unexpectedly Tuesday, January 29, 2008 at her Nashville home. She was bom in Grand Rapids, on April 28, 1981, She was preceded in death the daughter of Phillip A. by her husband Ernest Frisbie and Teresa M. Ftfield who passed away in Fliearman. She was raised in the 1969; her six siblings, and Middleville area and attend­ her grandson Donnie Flory. Funeral services were held ed Middleville Schools at the Daniels Funeral Home, achieving her GED in 2001. on Monday, January 28, She continued her education with Nicki Gillette officiat­ at Kellogg Community ing. Interment took place College where she was immediately following the studying to be a nurse. She is the fiancee of Mr. funeral service at Woodlawn Rick Stephens. The couple Cemetery in Vermontville. Family request donations to Eaton Community Hospice or the family. Funeral services have been By Ron Maloney entrusted to the Daniels In an attempt to shine light Funeral Home in Nashville. upon the rich history of was planning a private spring wedding. RandieSue loved her fami­ ly and enjoyed spending time with her fiancee and their children celebrating the 4th of July and Halloween as family events. She also enjoyed watching daytime television, and being with her friends. She is survived by her fiancee Rick Stephens; their children, Phillip, Fraust, HaziLyn, Zhana, and Payne; her sister Roberta Miller, and her mother, Teresa Fliearman. She is also sur­ vived by her grandparents, RuthAnne Long, Patricia A. Frisbie, Robert G. Fliearman, and several aunts and uncles. The Family will receive visitors on Sunday, February 3, from 2-4 pm at The Daniels Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at The Daniels Funeral Home at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, February 4, 2008 with Pastor Glenn Branhan officiating. Family request donations be directly to the family. Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Academy-Chapel-Museum has role in history Vermontville, I will over the next few months be visiting the past. Although we have (Angela) Valdick; sister no machine that can trans­ Bonnie (Jim) Shaw; and his port us back through the nine grandchildren, Samatha folds of time, we do have the and Lauren Pierce, Rebecca next best thing; The knowl­ and Jennifer Kent, Jacob, edge and memories of some Kaitlin, and Matthew very special people right Valdick, and Logan and here in our community, as Megan Valiquette. well as the priceless collec­ He was preceded in death tion of photos, articles, by his brother Robert antiques, and homes Valdick. throughout the Vermontville The Family will receive area, much of which is locat­ visitors on Monday, ed at the Vermontville February 4, 2008 from 6-8 Academy-Chapel-Museum. p.m. at The Daniels Funeral The Academy, built in Home. 1844 by the parishioners of Funeral Services will be the Union Colony through held at The Nashville Baptist direct request of the Rev. Church, at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 5, with Pastor Lester DeGroot offici­ ating. Interment will take place at The Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville. Family request donations to Nashville Baptist Church, Vermontville Library or The Plans are underway for Charity of Donors choice. Capital Area Community Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to the Services’ 18th Annual Walk Daniels Funeral Home in for Warmth, which will be held Saturday, Feb. 23, in Nashville. Charlotte. Walk for Warmth is an event to raise money to assist 01388381 income eligible families with their home heating bills. With the dramatic increase in utility costs, local needs have For more become far greater than serv­ information on ice agencies can resolve additional resources the BCF or call without such as Walk for Warmth. Funds are raised through (269) 945-0526. contributions from individu­ als, civic organizations, busi­ nesses, clubs and church gruops and are used solely to assist residents with home heat related emergencies. All of the funds raised are used Sylvester Cochrane, the spir­ itual leader at the time, was built in order to have a build­ ing in which to instruct the children and worship the Lord. The building hpused the Vermontville Academy from 1844 to 1870, the first store in town in 1846 (on the first floor), the Congregational church, the Congregational parish house, and until Olivet College became well estab­ lished, it was a highly respected center for learning not only for the community of Vermontville but for the surrounding area as well. In 1966, the Vermontville Historical Society received permission to use the build­ ing as a museum, and in 1967 during the Maple Syrup Festival, the building was opened to the public. In 1972 the building was placed on the National Registry of Historical Buildings. The museum is full of items that will capture your attention and keep you want­ ing more. Ifyou have not had the privilege of visiting the museum, please stop by and visit during this year's Maple Syrup Festival. If you would like to learn more about the museum, the Vermontville library has a few books on the history of Vermontville as well as publication by the Vermontville Historical Society titled Vermontville’s Heritage. Walkers needed for Walk for Warmth Give a can go on forever to assist neighbors in Eaton County. CACS serves all of Eaton County and is encouraging walkers from all communi­ ties in the county to partici­ pate. Contributions can also be made at any time by sending checks made payable to 00867042 Visit website for Online Coupon! www.StarliteKitchens.com/proniotion Starlrte KrrciiENs & Baths Cabinetry for nearly all budgets! Free house call & estimate! Remodel/NewConstruction Jennifer Neeb (616) 889-1340 1039 Ffmrtli Ave, luiLe Od e„a,, Ml — I nside J lunnpson Interiors **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 06663365 “CACS Walk for Warmth” to CACS, 1370 N. Clinton Trail, Charlotte, MI 48813. Anyone interested in walk­ ing and obtaining pledges for the three-mile walk or in receiving additional informa­ tion about any of the planned events may call (517) 543­ 5465 or (517)482-3005. . &Fam’ly Owncr/Manager �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, February 2,2008 — Page 5 MDOT, Barry County urge caution in winter driving These three students from Shannon Powers’ Early 4s class model their alien masks. Early 4s learn about space, night Students in Fuller Street Elementary School’s Early 4s program learned about space and nighttime this week during school. In addi­ tion to, learning fun facts about space and nighttime, students also enjoyed several crafts including making an alien mask and reading a book that explored space and nighttime. There was also a pajama day complete with a, "bedtime snack" and "bedtime story." Because the school week was shortened due to the weather, the students will continue learning about space and night next week. ■ There is currently an opening in this year’s Early 4s program. Anyone interested in enrolling a child in the program should call (517) 852-2075, for more information. With the fresh layer of snow in Barry County, peo­ ple may be concerned about the roads. And for good rea­ son. Gary Vandecar of the Barry County Road Commission recommends people stay at home if they can. Members of the Road Commission began plowing at 5 a.m. Friday and planned to continue through Friday evening. Vandecar said ifthe snow kept coming, the driv­ ers would have to begin plowing early Saturday morning as well. Barry County Road Commission Assistant Superintendent Doug Peck reported that most blacktop roads have been plowed, but they likely will have to be plowed again because of the continuing snow. It is possi­ ble that some gravel roads have not yet been plowed. Representatives from-the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) remind motorists to exercise extra caution while driving during winter storms, especially where snowplow operations are under way. Motorists should always maintain a safe distance between their vehicle and a snowplow. Plowing may result in a cloud of snow and limited visibility, and could throw ice, rocks or salt. Winter weather is officially here. Drivers should be prepared for the unexpected and allow at least four seconds ofclear­ ance between their vehicle and a snowplow. Snowplows travel at an average speed of 35 mph while distributing salt or plowing snow off the road­ ways and shoulders. Use extra caution in passing a snowplow, and always avoid passing on shoulders and ramps. Clearing shoulders and ramps often requires the use of a " wing plow," which extends beyond the width of the truck. The wing plow is a retractable plow that is attached to the side of the snowplow and allows a wider section of roadway and shoulder to be plowed in one pass. Always check road condi­ tions before leaving for a destination. Road condition information is updated twice daily on the Michigan State Police Web site at www.michigan.gov/roadconditions. 06667051 Kitt M |1/|. AU|E ■E■ 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 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 Rick Winegar, Realtor - GRI e-PRO Home 517-726-0223 Cell 269-838-2884 Jerry Reese, Realtor - ABR Home 517-852-5066 ItEn li&Mffi! J|l«i8Si« -j-- fete-nH’1 Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service nPcadqlI EQ Id IV ■En WWii 0 IVfFflA |kh| llEB VI Jeff Weiler, Realtor 517-852-1915 ItsMflii®®' oitii -32 «®ll|!111|1'|i!."' Early 4s students listen to a "bedtime story. NOW $55,0001 2 bedrooms, appliances included, partially furnished. Call Rick or Homer. (N-31) CALENDAR OF EVENTSCMU announces «nu honors students UL4I Feb. 4 Feb. 5 Feb. 5 Feb. 11 Feb. 16 Feb. 19 Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Red Cross and 4-H Babysitting Class, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Lakewood United Methodist Church. Dog Developmental Committee Meeting, 6:30 p.m., First Presbyterian Church in Hastings. Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Rabbit and Cavy Breed Expo, 10 a.m., Bull Creek Veterinary Clinic. Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting,"7 p.m., Extension Office. (Baron 'Tons TTC Certified Public Accountants We do TAX PREPARATION... • Accounting • Bookkeeping • Financial Planning • IRS & State Representation • Divorce Mediation Reasonable Rates - FREE E-Filing! Hours: M-F 9-5; Evenings & Weekends by appt. 11 N. Main St., Nashville • (517) 852-9640 | Central Michigan University’s fall semester honors list includes area stu­ dents who earned 3-.5 (on a 4.0 scale) or higher grade point averages. The fall semester ended in December. Included on the list were: Christopher J. Andrews, senior, Nashville; Briana Alexis Ferrier, sopho­ more, Nashville; Stefanie N. Joosterberns, junior, Nashville; Kyle Patrick Eli Pash, freshman, Nashville; and Scott D. Setchfield, sen­ ior, Vermont-ville. CALL 269-945-9554 any time for Action-ads! $72,50011 IN NASHVILLE ATTENTION YOUNG COUPLESI Hard to find a nicer 'first home' for the price. Immaculate upkeep!! 2 bedrooms (poss. 3), gorgeous kitchen, 1st floor laundry, 3 seasons porch. Blacktop drive to a 24x32 garage and 14x24 shed. I year home warranty provided by seller. (N-37) "IN MIDDLEVILLE' REDUCED PRICE TO $93,900 REDUCED TO $85.0001 NEAR SAUBEE LAKE, MOVE-IN CONDITION AUTOMOBILE INCLUDED IN SALE 3 bedrooms, main floor laundry, 2000 SATURN ELI IN GOOD SHAPE, EXCELLENT GAS MILEAGE 3 possible 4 bedroom, two story home with enclosed wrap-around porch, laundry is just off the kitchen. kit h. Ni Nice corner lt. lot. N Near Pl Paul Henry Trail. Motivated seller. Call Rick or Homer. (M-129) clean, well maintained oak cabi­ nets. Attached 2 car garage. Lakewood Schools, many improvements including windows and siding and many updates, roof 2004. Back deck is 24x12, app g. Beautiful appliances including. setting to view wildlife. Call Rick. (CH-30) PRICE REDUCED TO $90.0001 $81,90011 GOOD FAMILY HOME IN THREE BEDROOM NEWLY NASHVILLEI REMODELED HOME IN 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1st floor NASHVILLE 'Move-in* condition, possession laundry, 2 car garage 2/heated THORNAPPLE LAKE ■ $88.90011 Shows like, new, 1998 mfg. home, at close. Call Jerry for complete workshop. Patio & 3 seasons room, central air, fenced yard. Call Homer central air, double lot. Call Rick or details! Possible land contract (N-38)or Rick. (N-157) Homer. (LK-26) VACANT PARCELS 2.2 ACRES NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE. On main road - surveyed, perked, modulars acceptable. Nat. gas available, rolling with some trees. Land Contract terms. Cali Homer. PRICE REDUCEDI (VLI14) 3 ACRES PERKED fit SURVEYED: Rolling terrain, seeded to hay, seller financing available. North of Vermontville, blacktop road. PRICE REDUCEDI Call Homer. (VL-155) INCOME PROPERTIES $104,900111 3 RENTAL UNITS IN VERMONTVILLE. Many updates, appliances included.Listed by Jeff. 3) $184,900111 4 ACRE BUILD SITE Paved road in the COUNTRY. Perked, surveyed, easy com­ 4 RENTAL UNITS!!! mute to Lansing, Battle Creek. Great location, close to hunting & fishing! Culvert Two very nice duplexes, (2) 2and drive are IN w/permlt. MV schools, 4 miles north of Vermontville. Call Rick bedroom, and (2) 1-bedroom (VLI49) 2+ ACRES North of Vermontville, blacktop road, natural gas available, surveyed, perked. Contract terms. Call Homer. (VL-34) 60 ACRES - FARM fit HUNTING LAND. $185,000! Approximately 30 acres woods. Call Homer or Rick. (VL-159) units, all on one lot, good clean condition, appliances included. Deck overlooking the river for enjoyment. Listed by Jeff. (N-32) �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, February 2, 2008 — Page 6 Late three-pointer lifts the Parchment girls past Lions Commission bdjflj C-OUDlU on Aging Schedule of Events by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Parchment’s Samantha Justice knocked down a three-pointer in the final sec­ onds to spoil ope of the Maple Valley varsity girls’ basketball teams best efforts of the season on Tuesday night at the home of the Panthers. The Panthers scored a 53­ 52 victory in Kalamazoo Valley Association play. Parchment put up 21 points in the fourth quarter to come from behind against the Lions, who led 39-34 heading into the final period. Maple Valley had held a slim lead for much of the contest. “We’ve talked about play­ ing 32 minutes. We came real close this game,” said Lion head coach Landon Wilkes. “We were just four or five minutes short, but we got better.” For a short time in the end the Lions acted a bit rushed on the offensive end, some­ times making just one pass before firing up a shot. When a few of those didn’t fall, Parchment took advantage. Justice led Parchment with 22 points. Dee Closson chipped in 16 for the hosts. Leslee Rigelman knocked down four three-pointers in the game, and led Maple Valley with 14 points. Bailey Lion wrestlers close KVA season with four victories Maple Valley’s varsity wrestling team closed out the Kalamazoo Valley Association duals Thursday night with a convincing 60­ 21 victory over Parchment. The Lions end the confer­ ence regular season with a 4­ 1 record, falling only to Delton Kellogg who finished the conference duals with a 5t0 mark by knocking off Pennfield Thursday night 49­ 20. Maple Valley will have the home mat advantage when the conference gets together again, for the league tournament on Saturday, Feb. 9. Parchment forfeited five weight classes to the Lions, spotting them 30 points in .the, process. The Lions scored pins in all five of the other matches that they won. Zack Baird pinned Steve McNally in 5:03 in the 103pound match. At 124, Tyler Corwin stuck Ryan Baker in 2:56. At 152 pounds, Tory Roberts pinned Andrew Lorio in 2:45. At 160, Tony Corwin pinned Brady Roberts in 1:50. Dusty Cowell scored a pin in the 189-pound match for the Lions, in 4:33 against Brian Newton. Ron Smith (112), Wayion Eaton (119), Chad Rhodes (171), James Cramer (215), and Jon Currier (285) scored the forfeit wins for Maple Valley. The Lions are on a roll heading into the post-season. They won last Saturday’s Bellevue Invitational with 175 points, over second place Grass Lake which fin­ ished with 165 points. Harper Creek was third at 163.5, followed by Now Scheduling Appointments o Webberville 125, Mendon 112, Athens 105, White Pigeon 82, Marcellus 73, Lawrence 72, and Hopkins 67.5 in the top ten. • Smith and Tyler Corwin both earned flight champi­ onships for Maple Valley. Smith knocked off Harper Creek’s Aaron Gradoyent 5­ 2 in the championship match at 112 pounds. In the 125pound bracket, Tyler Corwin ended the day by pinning Marcellus’ Jake Primm in 5:17. Cramer at 215 pounds and Baird at 103 were both sec­ ond for the Lions with 2-1 records on the day. Rhodes (171) placed third. Cowell (189) and Lucas Brumm (140) placed fourth. Fifth place finishes went to Roberts (152) and Tyler Franks (135). We Specialize in: • Individual Taxes • Farm Taxes Accounting and Tax, LLC Jill Vanderhoef, Enrolled Agent 8870 Valley Hwy., Vermontville, MI 517-852-1500 • Small Business Taxes • Bookkeeping Flower also chipped in 14 for the Lions. Rigelman had one last attempt before the buzzer to put the Lions back in front, but it was a rushed shot that clanged off the back of the basket. Jennifer Kent added in six points, and Ashley Gonser five for Maple Valley. “I thought we attacked the basket. We rebounded the ball, and got some open looks,’.’ Wilkes said. “Our defense and our intensity were excellent.” Parchment is a bit more equipped than the Lions to handle late game situations, with six seniors who see reg­ ular playing time including Justice and Closson. Community Music School announces new instructor Children and adults who infants to age 5, the school play drums and percussion or offers Kindermusik classes. are interested in starting to Additional musical opportu­ play now have a new teacher nities include the Hastings Kids Choir for students in in Hastings. The Community Music third through fifth grades, School has announced that Fiddles 'n' Strums for gui­ percussion expert Bill Sparks tarists and fiddlers in third has joined the faculty and is grade, and the Green Street now accepting students for Fiddlers for children and private lessons. adults. Sparks holds a bachelor of Financial aid is available music degree from Bowling to qualifying families. Green State University in KTo register, or for more 12 Music, with a choral information about CMS pri­ emphasis, and was the per­ vate lessons and classes, call cussion section leader in (269) 948-9441 or visit Bowling Green’s marching www.musiccenterscmi.com. and concert bands. A program of the Music He has been a church Center of South Central music director and has taught Michigan, the Community percussion at high schools. Music School also has As a member of the Ohio branches in Albion, Battle National Guard, Bill has Creek and Marshall. directed the Blue Falcon The Community Music Choir at Sheppard Air Force School is funded in part by Base. the Barry Community Located at First United Foundation and the Michigan Methodist Church, 209 West Council for Arts and Cultural Green Street, the Community Affairs. Music School offers lessons in band and orchestra instru­ ments, piano, guitar, ham­ mered dulcimer and voice. For young children from you’re Invited! O “I thought my girls played their heart out and it was one Barry County of those games where you Commission on Aging don’t want to see anybody Menu and Activities lose, but somebody has to,” Hearty Menu Wilkes said. Monday, Feb. 4 Maple Valley is now 9-5 Chicken teriyaki, com, overall, and .5-5 in the green beans, orange juice, Kalamazoo Valley dinner roll. Association. The Lions are Tuesday, Feb. 5 scheduled to host Lakewood Hamburger, baked beans, for a non-conference clash asparagus, applesauce, ham­ tonight. The final four games burger bun. of the • regular season for Wednesday, Feb. 6 Maple Valley are against the Baked pollock, cooked top four teams in the KVA, rice, green peas, Calif, blend starting with a trip to Olivet vegetables, banana. Tuesday to make up the Thursday, Feb. 7 game which was postponed Beef stew, broccoli, apri­ from Friday. The Lions then cots, diner roll. will be home against Friday, Feb. 8 Pennfield on Thursday this Scrambled eggs, country week. potatoes, w/onions and pep­ pers, pineapple tidbits, waffie. Please join us for a public Open House as we present our new Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) unit. When: Tuesday, February 12, 2008, from 5.-7 p.m. Where: Pennock Hospital Conference Center, 1009 W. Green St., Hastings Refreshments and guided tours of our state-of-the-art MRI suite will be available. Please call (269) 948-3116 with any questions. For everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics (269) 945-9554 Cold Menu Monday, Feb. 4 Chicken and pineapple salad, cucumber salad, apple­ sauce, dinner roll. Tuesday, Feb. 5 Turkey w/Swiss cheese, carrot raisin salad, Mandarin oranges, wheat bread. Wednesday, Feb. 6 Hard boiled eggs, black bean and tomato salad, diced peaches, dinner roll. Thursday, Feb. 7 Pea and cheese salad, tomato salad, applesauce, whole wheat crackers. Friday, Feb. 8 Calif. Reuben spread, broc­ coli raisin salad, plums, rye bread. Activities Calendar Monday, Feb. 4: Hastings - February Birthday Party; Beg. Tai Chi 8:30 a.m.; Card Making 12:30 p.m. Crafts 10:30 a.m.; Watercolor 1 p.m. H,W,N - Reminiscence. Tuesday, Feb. 5: Hastings - Paczki Party 10:30 a.m.; Bible Study 12:30 p.m. GL Cards 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 6: Hastings - Music with Charlie; Nails; Euchre 12:30­ 2:30 p.m.; Delton - Mini Massage 10:30 a.m.; Reminiscence. Nashville BP CLinic. Thursday, Feb. 7: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Beg. Line Dance Noon; Morehouse Kids. Delton Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville Kathy Davis 11:15 a.m. Property Tax Info. Friday, Feb 8: Hastings Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m.; Mixed Media Painting 9:30 a.m.; Model Railroad 12 p.m. Woodland - Mini Massage 11:00; Visiting. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, February 2,2008 — Page 7 Looking For a PRINTER? J full service from start to finish The area's most complete Minting facility Call one ofdur sales professionals today! 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The Classifieds are the easiest, most effective way to advertise. A one week ad will have people from all over the area showing interest in what you've got to sell. So don't be shy, tell everyone you have what they want. Place your ad todayl as iow as 775 • of words The and News Th iheA^un auafcataaH Signature other BATTLE CREEK SHOPPER NEWS P.O. Box 163 • Battle Creek Ml 49016 • 965-3955 • Fax 968-8586 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, February 2,2008 — Page 9 SCHOOL MENUS Maple Valley Elementary Menu Monday, Feb. 4 Toast Dog. French fries, applesauce, Teddy Grahams. Tuesday, Feb. 5 Popcorn chicken. Mashed potatoes, grapes, Jell-0 cake. Wednesday, Feb. 6 Cheesie bread sticks. Spaghettios, celery w/p.butter, pineapple. Thursday, Feb. 7 Fuller Cottage Inn. Pizza. Tossed salad, mandarin oranges, cookie. Friday, Feb. 8 Spaghetti. Broccoli w/cheese, - banana,, bread stick. LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been- FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a cer- made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Daniel J. tain mortgage made by: Jonathan Lindemulder and Christine M. Wright, A Single Man to Mortgage Lindemulder, Husband and Wife Electronic Registration Systems, to Mortgage Electronic Inc, solely as nominee for to Mortgage Registration Systems, Inc., solely Crevecor Mortgage Inc, as nominee for Maxim Mortgage Mortgagee, dated January 10, Corporation, Mortgagee, jdated 2006 and recorded January 25, December 19, 2005 and record­ 2006 in Instrument # 1159329 ed January 9, 2006 in Instrument # 1158690 Barry County Barry County Records, Michigan. Records, Michigan. Said mort­ Said mortgage was assigned to: gage was assigned to: HSBC HSBC Mortgage Services Inc, by Bank USA, N.A., as Trustee on assignment dated August 8,2007 behalf of ACE Securities Corp. and recorded August 17, 2007in Home Equity Loan Trust and for .Instrument # 20070817-0001009 the registered holders of ACE on which mortgage there is Securities Corp. Home Equity claimed to be due at the date Loan Trust, Series 2006-ASAP3, hereof the sum of One Hundred Asset Backed Pass-Through Eighty-Eight Thousand Eight Certificates, by assignment dated Hundred Sixty-Nine Dollars and July 13, 2007 and recorded Forty-Two Cents ($188,869.42) August 8, 2007 in Instrument # including interest 7.9% per 20070808-0000640 on which annum. Under the power of sale Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High mortgage there is claimed to be contained in said mortgage and Lunch Menu due at the date hereof the sum of the statute in such case made Hundred Monday, Feb. 4 One Eighty-One and provided, notice is hereby Macaroni and cheese. Thousand Four Hundred Sixty given that said mortgage will be Dollars and Thirty-Six Cents Carrots, California blend, ($181,460.36) including interest foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of 7.75% per annum. Under the them, at public vendue, Circuit pears. Salad Bar. power of sale contained in said Court of Barry County at 1:00PM Tuesday, Feb. 5 mortgage and the statute in such on February 28, 2008. Said Cheesie bread sticks. case made and provided, notice Spaghettios, whole kernel is hereby given that said mort- premises are- situated in gage will be foreclosed by a sate Township of Hastings, Barry com, push-up. Mexican Bar. of the mortgaged premises, or County, Michigan, and are some part of them, at public ven­ described as: Parcel 4: That part Wednesday, Feb. 6 Circuit Court of Barry of the Northeast one-quarter of Fried chicken. Mashed due, County at 1:00PM on February Section 34, Town 3 North, Range potatoes/gravy, coleslaw, 28,2008. Said premises are situ- 88 West, described as: ated in City of Middleville, Barry Commencing at the North onegrapes. Burger/Chicken Bar. County, Michigan, and are quarter comer of said Section; Thursday, Feb. 7 described as: Lot 6 of Thornapple thence South 00 degrees 25 minKellogg Cottage Inn. Hot Riverside Plat, according to the utes 54 seconds West 555.49 Pock Variety. Cauliflower recorded Plat thereof, as record­ feet along the West line of said ed in Liber 5 of Plats on Page 55. Northeast one-quarter to the w/cheese, carrots, peaches. Commonly known as 7135 .place of beginning; thence South Potato Bar. Bouman Drive, Middleville Ml 89 degrees 39 minutes 44 sec49333 The redemption period onds East 255.45 feet; thence Friday, Feb. 8 shall be 6 months from the date Spaghetti and breadstick. of such sale, unless determined South 00 degrees 20 minutes 16 seconds West 60.00 feet; thence Broccoli, celery w/p.butter, abandoned in accordance with South 06 degrees 07 minutes 35 MCL 600.3241 or MCL applesauce. Subway Bar. MCL 600.3241 seconds West 60.00 feet; thence 600.3241a, in which case the Note: Entree’s available redemption period shall be 30 South 00 degrees 04 minutes 17 seconds West 243.31 feet; daily: Cheeseburger, variety days from the date of such sale, thence North 8939 feet 44 min­ or upon the expiration of the utes West 251.12 feet; thence of chicken sandwiches, pizza, notice required by MCL peanut butter and jelly sand- 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later. North 00 degrees 25 minutes 54 seconds East 363.00 feet along wich, fish sandwich, honey Dated: JANUARY 23, 2008 the West line of said Northeast HSBC Bank USA,,f N.A., and peanut butter sandwich, 6 Trustee aonn behal o.f .,ACaas Es one-quarter to the place of beginozs. yogurt w/string cheese. Securities Corp. Home Equity ning. Subject to and together with an easement for ingress, egress Sides available daily: garden Loan Trust and for the registered and utility purposes over a 66 holders of ACE Securities Corp. salad, juice, fresh fruit. Milk Home Equity Loan Trust, Series foot wide strip of land, thence is included with all full meal 2006-ASAP3, Asset Backed centerline of which is described: Certificates, That part of the Northeast onepurchases. Second available Pass-Through Assignee of Mortgagee quarter of Section 34, Town 3 on vegetables at no additional Attorneys: Potestivo & Potestivo North, Range 8 West, described charge. Assorted bread choic­ Associates, P.O. 811 South Blvd. as: Commencing at the North Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml one-quarter corner of said es daily. 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File Section;; thence South 89 No: 08-86210 ASAP# 977870 degrees 39 minutes 44 seconds 01/26/2008, 02/02/2008, East 652.35 feet along the North 02/09/2008,02/16/2008 oeesssa? line of said Northeast one-quarter to the place of beginning of said centerline; thence South 00 degrees 04 minutes 17 seconds West 588.50 feet; thence North 89 degrees 39 minutes 44 sec­ onds West 400.55 feet; thence South 00 degrees 20 minutes 16 seconds West 27.0 feet to the place of ending of said centerline. Also over a 60 foot radius curve, the radius point of which is the above described place of ending of said centerline. Commonly known as 3122 Cedar Brook Drive, Hastings Ml 49058 The redemption- period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption peri­ od shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expira­ tion of the notice required by MCL 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later. Dated: JANUARY 23, 2008 HSBC Mortgage Services Inc, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File 975 N. Main (M-66 N. ofNashville), Nashville No: 08-86215(HSBC) ASAP# Open M-F 6 am - 9 pm, Su 6 am - 3 pm 977372 01/26/2008, 02/02/2008, 02/09/2008, 02/16/2008 oeeesgsz WWW.MULBERRYG.COM Financial aid program set for February 10 Volunteers will help college-bound Michigan students and their families com­ plete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid or FAFSA during College Goal Sunday, Feb. 10, at Kellogg Community College located at 450 North Avenue in Battle Creek. College Goal Sunday is a collaborative effort among the Michigan Guaranty Agency the Michigan , Student Financial Aid Association and EduGuide: Partnership for Learning. The program is designed to increase the number of Michigan students who con­ tinue education beyond high school and earn post-secondary degrees. The FAFSA is required of any student seek­ ing financial aid, which may be in the form of grants, loans, and many scholarships. Parents should not under­ estimate the amount of finan­ cial aid that is available," said Diane Sprague, director of the Michigan Guaranty Agency. "As lead sponsor of Michigan College Goal Sunday, MGA wants to ensure that students have the opportunity to submit their FAFSA by the March 1st pri- ority date so they are eligible for both state and federal financial aid programs." On College Goal Sunday, financial aid experts will be available to guide students through each step of com­ pleting and filing the See AID, page 11 WOOD FOR SALE The Village of Nashville will be taking sealed bids on the wood acquired from the recent tree removals done on village property. All bids must be received by February 29, 2008. They will be opened and the highest bid accepted at the council meeting scheduled for March 13, 2008. For more information please con­ tact Darrell Clements at 517-852-9571. 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The birth of this 2-pound, that hundreds, if not thou­ 13-ounce baby brings forth sands, of pounds of bush­ another conservation success meat are coming into the for the zoo. This is the third United States every day with female duiker bom at the zoo little or no tracking. “It’s important to under­ over the past five years, increasing the North stand that when wildlife goes American population of extinct, we all lose some­ black duikers to 19. The new thing?* states Jenny Barnett, baby was named Halali, after Binder Park Zoo director of wildlife management and a village in Namibia. “Education With the new arrival conservation. comes another step forward and captive propagation are in the conservation of this key elements in helping to species. Because of political preserve this rare species.” Duikers are found in west­ unrest, habitat loss, and the bushmeat crisis in its native central Africa in the coun­ homeland of Africa, the tries of Sierra Leone, black duiker is listed as Liberia, the Ivory Coast, threatened by the Ghana, Togo, Benin, and International Union for the small parts ofNigeria. Their' Conservation of Nature and greatest threat is from exces­ Natural Resources (IUCN) sive hunting for the bush­ red list. meat trade, which is, in most The IUCN is an interna­ countries, an illegal opera­ tional organization leading tion. the fight to help protect More than 6 million peo­ many threatened and endan­ ple have visited Binder Park gered species. Only three Zoo since it first opened in American zoos exhibit this 1977. Located outside of Battle Creek, the zoo sits on rare species. The bushmeat crisis is a 433 acres, of natural forests leading cause in population and wetlands. It was created declines of many endangered on the model of an entrepre­ and threatened animals. The neurial self-supporting non­ Bushmeat Crisis Task Force, profit organization, and is a non-profit organization managed by a zoological whose vision is to eliminate society board of directors to the illegal commercial bush­ ‘nurture empathy, under­ meat trade through the devel­ standing, and conservation of opment of a global initia- nature.’ tives, defines the Bushmeat In the past several years a Crisis as wildlife that is ille­ conservation education cen­ gally taken from the forests, ter, a 40-acre natural wet­ otherwise known as the bush lands exhibit, and the 50-acre ofAfrica and used for human Wild Africa exhibit and con­ consumption. The group’s servation carousel have been most immediate concern is added to the original 80-acre commercial hunting for the zoo. meat of endangered or Binder Park Zoo serves more than 60,000 people annually in 30 different types of formal education pro­ grams and is heavily involved in conservation of wildlife and natural habitats on five continents. In cooper­ ation with the Association of Zoos and Aquariums and others, Binder Park Zoo is actively working to conserve a wide array of endangered species both at the zoo and worldwide. 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. Richard Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 0076 NASHVILLE NASHVILLE HWY. HW VERMONTVILLE ! Now accepting MasterCard & Visa VILLAGE COUNCIL VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE ORDINANCE 1-24-2008-D Council Member Kenyon, supported by Council Member Moore, moved the adoption of the following ordi­ nance: AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND ORDINANCE NO. 72, ENTITLED "AN ORDINANCE 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" TO AMEND SECTION 1-A AND 1-D. Council Member Kenyon, supported by Council Member J Dunham, moved the adoption of the following ordinance: THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE ORDAINS: AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION C, EXHIBIT A - SEWER USER CHARGES ORDINANCE NO. 2-28­ 1980. SECTION 1. Amendment of Section 1, item A, Ordinance No. 72. That Section 1, item A, Ordinance No. 72 is amended to read in its entirety as follows: THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE ORDAINS: SECTION 1. The following monthly rates, fees and charges for the use of and services provided by the Village's water supply system are hereby established: SECTION 1; Amendment of Section C, Exhibit A - Sewer User Charges Ordinance No. 2-28-1980. That Section C,, Exhibit A - Sewer User Charges Ordinance No. 2-28-1980 is amended to read in its entirety as follows: A. Commodity Charge: $3.01/1,000 gallons C. OM&RCHARGE: BEGINNING IN 2008, THE COMMODITY CHARGE PROVIDED FOR HEREIN SHALL BE ADJUSTED ANNUALLY ON JANUARY 1, TO BE EFFECTIVE ON THE FEBRUARY, BILL BY 5% OF THE CURRENT CHARGE. IF ADDITIONAL INCREASES ARE NEEDED, THEY MUST BE PRESENTED TO AND APPROVED BY THE VILLAGE COUNCIL. EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2008, the 0 M & R charge shall be $3.23 per one thousand (1000) gallons of metered water use per month. D. Him Off/On Charges: A charge of $25.00 shall be imposed by the Village in response to a request to turn on or turn offwater services. SECTION 2. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be published in accordance with state law and shall become effective twenty (20) days after its adoption or upon its publication, whichever occurs later. EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1,2008, for unmetered water customers, the 0 M & R charge shall be $13.40 per residential equivalent unit assigned to the premises per month. (rate per 1000 gal x 4.15) BEGINNING IN 2008, THE ABOVE 0 M & R CHARGES SHALL BE ADJUSTED ANNUALLY ON JANUARY 1 TO BE EFFECTIVE ON THE FEBRUARY BILL, BY 5% OF THE CURRENT CHARGE. IF ADDITIONAL INCREASES ARE NEEDED, THEY MUST BE PRESENTED TO AND APPROVED BY THE VILLAGE COUN- PASSED and adopted by the Village ofNashville, Michigan on January 24, 2008. SECTION 2. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be published in accordance with state Jaw and shall become effective twenty (20) days after its adoption or upon its publication, whichever occurs later. YEAS: Moore, Coll, J Dunham, Kenyon, F Dunham NAYS: none ABSENT: Harwood, Holden PASSED and adopted by the Village ofNashville, Michigan on January 24, 2008. YEAS: Coll, J Dunham, Kenyon, Moore, F Dunham NAYS: none ABSENT: Harwood, Holden Ordinance No. 1-24-2008-D adopted. Ordinance No. 1-24-2008-C 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 ofthe Village ofNashville at a regular meeting held on January 24,2008. Frank Dunham, President Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk 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 ofan ordinance adopted by the village Council of the Village ofNashville at a regular meeting held on January 24, 2008. Adopted: 1-24-2008 Published: 2-2-2008 Effective: 2-13-2008 Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk 06667061 Adopted: 1-24-2008 Published: 2-2-2008 Effective: 2-13-2008 oaanwa �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, February 2,2008 — Page 11 AID, continued from page 9 FAFSA. Students under 23 years of age are encouraged to attend with a parent or guardian. Parents and stu­ dents should bring their fam- LEGAL NOTICE ilies’ completed 2007 IRS 1040 tax return (if possible) or their W-2 and 1099 forms. KCC is among 27 sites across Michigan that will host College Goal Sunday. For more information and a complete list of sites, visit www.micollegegoal.org. For everything from business More than $6,000 in gifts and prizes will be handed out during College Goal Sunday events, including scholar­ ships, a Dell laptop comput­ er, and Barnes and Noble gift cards. Additional support for College Goal Sunday was provided by the Great Lakes Higher Education Guaranty Corporation, the Lumina Foundation for Education, and the National Association for Student Financial Aid Administrators. & The Barry County Central Dispatch Ad­ ministrative Board will accept applications from interested citizens to serve as the General Public At Large member on this Board. Applicants must be a Barry County Resident. Submit your application stating your interest and qualifications no later than February 15, 2008. Send to the attention of: Chairman Barry County Central Dispatch Administrative Board 2600 Nashville Road Hastings, Michigan 49058 Graphics (269) 945-9554 VILLAGE COUNCIL VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE ORDINANCE 1-24-08-B 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, FORECLOSURE NOTICE This please contact our office at the firm is a debt collector attempting number listed below. MORT­ to collect a debt. Any information GAGE SALE - Default has been obtained will be used for this pur­ made in the conditions of a cer­ pose. If you are in the Military, tain mortgage made by: David please contact our office at the Bennett a/k/a David W. Bennett, number listed below. MORT­ an Unmarried Man to Mortgage GAGE SALE - Default has been Electronic Registration Systems, made in the conditions of a cer­ Inc., solely as nominee for MILA, tain mortgage made by: Robyn D Inc., DBA Mortgage Investment Nicklow, Single Woman to Lending Associates, Inc., Mortgage Electronic Registration Mortgagee, dated July 19, 2004 Systems, Inc., solely as nominee and recorded July 23, 2004 in for Fieldstone Mortgage Instrument # 1131286 Barry Company, Mortgagee, dated County Records, Michigan. Said August 5, 2005 and recorded mortgage was subsequently November 22,2005 in Instrument assigned to: U.S. Bank, N.A., as # 1156596 Barry County Trustee for the registered holders Records, Michigan. Said mort­ of Home Equity Asset Trust 2004­ gage was subsequently assigned 8, Home Equity Pass-Through to: HSBC Mortgage Services Inc, Certificates, Series 2004-8, on on which mortgage there is which mortgage thete is claimed claimed to be due at the date to be due at the date hereof the hereof the sum of One Hundred sum of One Hundred Eighteen Forty-Eightt Thousand One Thousand Five Hundred Seventy Hundred Forty-Six Dollars and Dollars and Fifty-Eight Cents Eighteen Cents ($148,146.18) ($118,570.58) including interest including interest 10.65% per 13.125% per annum. Under the annum. Under the power of sale power of sale contained in said contained in said mortgage and mortgage and the statute in such the statute in such case made case made and provided, notice and provided, notice is hereby is hereby given that said mort­ given that said mortgage will be gage will be foreclosed by a sale foreclosed by a sale of the mortof the mortgaged premises, or gaged premises, or some part of some part of them, at public ven­ them, at public vendue, Circuit due, Circuit Court of Barry Court of Barry County at 1:00PM County at 1:00PM on February on February 21, 2008. Said 14, 2008. Said premises are situ- premises are in situated ated in Township of Maple Grove, Township of Hope, Barry County, Barry Gounty, Michigan, and are Michigan, and are described as: described as: A Parcel of Land in Lot 34 of Casa-Del-Mar of the Northwest one-quarter of Acker's Point and the northeast­ Section 22, Town 2 North, Range erly half of Lot 33 of Casa-Del7 West, more particularly Mar of Acker's Point, according to described as the South 330 feet the recorded plat thereof as of the North 594 feet of that part recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, Page of the North one-half of the 64. Together with all land land Northwest one-quarter of Section between the above 22, lying West of the centerline of described and the shore line of M-66. Commonly known as 7085 Long Lake, excepting the private Assyrial Road, Nashville Ml road and Northwest of Lot 33 49073 The redemption period between said private road and shall be 12 months from the date Long Lake, being Section 15 and 16 of Town 2 North, Range 9 of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with West. Commonly known as 3993 600.3241 or MCL South Shore Drive, Delton Ml MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the 49046 The redemption period redemption period shall be 30 shall be 6 months from the date days from the date of such sale, of such sale, unless determined or upon the expiration of the abandoned in accordance with 600.3241 or MCL notice required by MCL MCL 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 Dated: JANUARY 9, 2008 U.S. Bank, N.A., as Trustee for the days from the date of such sale, registered holders of Home or upon the expiration of the required by MCL Equity Asset Trust 2004-8, Home notice Equity Pass-Through 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later. Dated: JANUARY 16, 2008 Certificates, Series 2004-8, Assignee of Mortgagee HSBC Mortgage Services Inc, of Mortgagee & Assignee Attorneys: Potestivo Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 08-85407 ASAP# 969181 No: 08-85805 (HSBC) ASAP# 01/12/2008, 01/19/2008, 01/26/2008,02/02/2008 06666824 973470 01/19/2008, 01/26/2008, 02/02/2008,02/09/2008 06666477 cards and brochures call J-Ad Council Member Kenyon, supported by Council Member Coll, moved the adoption ofthe following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE ZONING ORDINANCE, TO ADD CHAPTER XXV- ZONING ORDINANCE INDEX. THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE ORDAINS: SECTION 1. Amendment ofthe Zoning Ordinance. That Chapter XXV is added and shall read in its entirety as follows: CHAPTER XXV - ZONING ORDINANCE INDEX Accessory Uses 3.11, 7.01j, 23.01 Governmental Buildings 3.05,7.01d, 10.02 Principal Buildings 3.15 Temporary Uses 3.10 Air Conditioners, Blowers, Fans 3.03j Gravel Pits 7.01h Private Schools 5.02c Townhouses 8.06d Animals 3.03o, 3.11b Height Limitations 3.03c, 3.13,5.02f, 5.03,6.03, 7.04a, 9.02b, 10.02b2,11.02b Private Streets 3.22,8.05j Transition Zoning 3.03f Prohibited Uses 7.02 Utilities 3.05 Public Blds/Group Org. 3.14 Variances 18.05,18.06,18.07,18.08,18.09, 18.10 Auto Repair Shops 3.03k, 9.02a, 14.01j, 23.3,23.04 Billboards & Signs 3.20,6.02c, 9.02a, 11.02a, 23.05 Camp Sites 3.14a, 5.02e, 7.01b, 8.06o, 14.01 Churches 3.14,5.02e, 7.01b, 15.02 Clubs 3.14 Commercial Uses 3.031 Community Centers 5.02d, 7.01e, 15.02 Comer lots 3.19 Dangers to other properties 3.09 Doctor/Dentist offices 6.02c, 15.02 Home Occupations 14.05,23.14 Junk Cars 3.03k, 11.02 PUD Ch 8 Kennels 11.02a, 14.01n Library, Museums, Art Gallery’s 7.01g, 15.02 Loading spaces 15.07 Lot size - existing 3.03b, 3.08 Lot size - new 3.03a, 3.07a, 5.04d, 6.04d, 6.04e, 7.04e, 8.04a, 8.051, 8.06c, 10.02bl, 18.04b Mobile Homes 3.03d, 3.07, 6.02e, 7.02a, 8.05, 14.01,15.02,23.18 Razing of Buildings 3.04 Water (mobile homes) 3.07d Residential Uses 3.03e, 3.031,3.03n, 3.1 Id Zone Uses 3.03e, 3.031, 3.09, 5.02, 6.02, 7.01, 9.02,10.02,11.02,12.01, 12.03,12.04,13.03 Restoration & Repairs 3.02,16.03 Rooming Houses 3.03i, 3.14 Row Houses 7.02a, 8.06d Dormitories 3.14,14.02t, 15.02 Schools 3.14,3.14b, 3.14c, 5.02b, 5.02c, 7.01c, 15.02 Exceptions - all zones 3.03c New Buildings • 3.21 Sewer (mobile homes) 3.07h Non-Conforming Use 16.02,16.04 Farm Animals 3.11b Occupancy 3.07c, 3.07f Fences 3.03h, 3.11c Floor Area 3.16, 5.05,6.05, 7.04f, 23.13 Outdoor Storage 3.06 Foundations (mobile homes) 3.07(pl3) Front Yard 3.03g, 3.07b, 3.17,3.18,3.19, 5.02f4, 5.04a, 6.04a, 7.04b, 8.05b, 8.05m, 9.02cl, 10.02bl, 11.02cl, 23.30 Garage Apartments 7.02a Gardening 3.11b, 7.02F Waste Storage 3.06,3.07e Rear Yards 3.07b, 3.12,5.02b, 5.04c, 6.04c, 7.04d, 8.05m, 8.06b, 9.02c3, 10.02bl, 11.02c3,23.31 Motels/Hotels ’ 7.02a, 15.02 Multiple Dwelling 6.04f, 8.06 Fall Out Shelters 3.03m Veterinary Clinics 11.02,14.01m, Side Yards 3.03b, 3.03g, 3.07b, 3.08,3.12, 3.19, 5.02b, 5.02f, 5.04b, 6.04b, 6.04d, 6.04e, 7.04c, 8.05d, 8.05m, 8.06a, 9.02c2,10.02bl, 11.02c2, 23.31 Zoning Amendments (change in zoning of area) 20.01,20.02 Zoning Map 4.02 Zoning Permits 19.01 Zoning Uses Requiring Permits 14.01 Powers of: Council 8.04h, 8.04i, 13.09,20.01b, DPW 3.21,3.22e Signs 3.20,6.02c, 23.05 Planning Commission 3.21,3.22b, 3.22e, 8.03, 8.04, 13.07,18.08c, 19.04,20.01a Site Plan Requirements 17.05 Village Clerk 3.07i, 8.04h Soil exchange permit 3.10d, 17.02d Zoning Administrator 17.02,17.03,17.04,19.03 Permits Temporary Mobile Homes - 3.07f - 3.075 Plat Applications 3.21 Special uses Ch 14 Zoning Board ofAppeals 3.03b, 3.03e, 3.03m, 14.01, 16.02,16.03,17.01h, 17.01i, 17.06,18.01,18.02,18.03,18.04 Preschools 3.14b Swimming Pools 3.11c, 14.01 Parking 3.03b, 7.03,8.05j, ch 15,23.20 Parks 5.02d, 7.01e SECTION 2. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be published in accordance with state law and shall become effective twenty (20) days after its adoption or upon its publication, whichever occurs later. PASSED and adopted by the Village of Nashville, Michigan on 1-24-2008. YEAS: Kenyon, Moore, Coll, J Dunham, F Dunham NAYS: none ABSENT: Harwood, Holden Ordinance No. 1-24-08-B adopted. Frank Dunham, President Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk I, Cathy Lentz, the Clerk for the Village ofNashville, Barry County, Michigan, hereby certify that the forgoing is a true and accurate copy of an ordinance adopted by the village Council ofthe Village ofNashville at a regular meeting held on January 24,2008. Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk Adopted: 1-24-2008 Published: 2-2-2008 Effective: 2-13-2008 0667659 �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday February 2, 2008 — Page 12 February Family Workshop Series starts Monday The Child Abuse Prevention Council will present the Family Workshop Series again in February to help build stronger families in area communities. The February presentation will be “Discipline For All Ages.” Presenters will share many tools and techniques for addressing discipline. The speakers for the February series will be Barry Intermediate School District Coordinator Dawn Coltson and Kids First Learning Place Owner and Director Kelly Vannette Coltson works with chil­ dren up to 3 years old who have developmental delays or health conditions putting them at risk for developmen­ tal delays. She said she hopes to give parents ideas about discipline and talk about what discipline is across age groups. She said she plans to use videos and have resources available for parents, as well as teach par- Dawn Coltson will speak on Discipline for all ages during the Family Workshop series. ents where to get resources. “I have been working with Early On for the last 10 years,” said Coltson of her experience. Before working with Early On, Coltson worked with Head Start. She has two sons of her own who are 7 and 10 years old. Vannette is working on her seventh year at Kids First Learning Center in Middleville. She said she plans to discuss similarities in discipline for toddlers and teenagers. “I am no expert, but I think basked on my educa­ tion, experience and my own personal life, I can help guide parents,” she said. Vannette is a certified Family Life Educator and has a minor in early child­ hood development. She has four sons of her own who are 8, 10, 12 and 13 years old. There will be free child care and free pizza dinner with pre-registration. To reg­ ister, call the Child Abuse Prevention Council at (269) 948-3264. The dinner will be from 5:30 to 6 p.m., and the pres­ entation will last from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The program will be held the following dates and times: • Fuller Elementary School gymnasium in Heating & Air Conditioning Vermontville, Ml INSURED COLE HANSBARGER Owner Feb. 19. • Hastings High School home economics room and library Monday, Feb. 25. The March meeting will be “Working With Other RUUD Featuring Ruud Bas Furnaces and Air Conditioners. Full Line of Indoor Air Quality Products • FREE Estimates by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Times can be tough for the Maple Valley varsity boys’ basketball team when they only have one scoring threat on a given night. That happened to the Lions Thursday, in their Kalamazoo Valley Association contest at Parchment. Kenneth Quick led the lions with 22 points, but no one else had more than six as Parchment scored a 49-38 win. “We just missed too many shots for the most part,” said Lion head coach Keith Jones. “We were getting good looks, and we did a decent job on the offensive glass. We had 13 offensive rebounds, but sometimes we kind of rushed that second shot.” It was especially tough in the fourth quarter. Parchment Free tax help at Capital Capital Area Community Services, Eaton County Service Center, has begun taking appointments to assist people in the community with their taxes free of charge. The assistance is by appointment only, which will be available on Wednesdays beginning Feb. 6. For more information or to make an appointment, please call (517) 543-5465. CALL 269-945-9554 any time for Action-ads! ARE you LOOKING FOR A SAFE, RELIABLE, AND CARING ENVIRONMENT FOR YOUR CHILD BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL? Adults who Impact Your Child’s Life” and the April presentation will be “Boys vs. Girls.” Only one Lion can get shots to fall in loss at Parchment Area Community Services Hansbarge ■ .rl-rE-wN .S«-E■-D» U Nashville Monday, Feb. 4; • Delton Kellogg Elementary School confer­ ence room Monday, Feb. 11. • Thornapple Kellogg Learning Center Tuesday, HOMETOWN ! entered the period with a 35­ 32 lead, but the Lions man­ aged just six points the rest of the way. “You hate to say it, but you sometimes feel like it was it’s panic mode when there’s really enough time,” Jones said. Parchment on the other had spread its scoring around. The Panthers got ten points from Seth DeHean, then had two players with eight points and three others with seven. The Lions were happy with their defensive effort, and rebounding. Jared Smith had a great game overall for Maple Valley, finishing with eight rebounds, four steals, and four assists. Kyle Fisher finished with six points for the Lions, and Ryan Schroder and Jeff Burd added three each.‘ Maple Valley is scheduled to host Lakewood tonight, then returns to league action with home games against Olivet Tuesday and Pennfield Friday this coming week. The Lions are now 5-9 overall this season, and 3-7 in the KVA. 219 S. State in Nashville LUMBER 1 HARDWARE517-852-0882 Mon. thru Sat 7:30 am to 5:30 pm www.hometownlumber.cotn THE MAPLE VALLEY LATCHKEY PROGRAM OFFERS: Safe and convenient delivery to your child's school building: No need to walk to a bus stop or wait outside in inclement weather. Available childcare when the school schedule changes: When there is a school delay... the morning session of the Latchkey Program is open at 6:00 a.m. Homework Assistance: The Latchkey Program works with the students' teachers to coordinate homework needs Minimum of television and video time: We have videos available, but we don't have time them. We are too busy having fun. Staff trained in CPR and First Aid For more information on the Maple Valley School Latchkey Program contact Terry Woodman at 852-9421 or visit us in the multi-purpose room at Fuller before or after school to see what our program has to offer MV children. — for No matter what the season, Emax Plus high performance glass is working round the clock to save you energy and keep you comfortable! For information on this promotion or any of our other quality products please call our office. OATRACTORS SELECTS by Vl WlNTECH � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/822/MapleValleyNews_2008-02-09.pdf 9b049a1bd505d3646c9e5b15726e0ba9 PDF Text Text MAPLE VALLEY H2A2S7TEINAGSSrs MTlA 4TEST T9EQS5gTW HASTINGS Ml 49Q5g Hastings Public Library || 227 E State St ■ K W. OBR" 1 Hastings Ml 49058-1817 Published by J-Ad Gra ics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 136-No. 6, February 9, 2008 A local paper oftoday! Undersheriff attends Vermontville council meeting by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer ' After break-ins and bur­ glary of three downtown Vermontville businesses during the early morning hours of Jan. 8, businesses the Vermontville Village Council requested that Eaton County Sheriff Mike Raines or a deputy ' attend Thursday’s regular council meeting to give an update on the investigation. While neither Raines nor the investigating officer were available, Eaton County Undersheriff Fred McPhail attended the meeting. McPhail reported that Kevin Root, the owner of the Maple Leaf Inn—whose business, along with Janelie’s , Tanning and Massage and the Vermontville Grocery, were broken in to—is offering a $500 reward to anyone who has information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person, or persons, who committed the robberies. The Sheriffs department has received two tips on its tip line. "We have had two tips that the individual, or one of the individuals, was possibly a former employee of the Maple Leaf," said McPhail. "Our detective has tried to contact this person, but he has not been at his residence, possibly because someone tipped him off that we were looking for him." McPhail said that other than a good shoe print, there was very little physical evi­ dence at the crime scenes. And, while a break-in at a store in Nashville on the same evening was caught on a surveillance camera, • the video image was very grainy and they were unable to •identify the two people caught on tape. Vermontville Village Council President Doug Kelsey asked McPhail if any municipalities have ever matched a reward offered by a citizen and if the extra money, would “loosen more tongues.” McPhail replied that he didn’t know of any instances where that had been done or what the outcome may be. Council member Tom Williams said he wanted to commend the sheriff’s department for its increased vigilance since the break-ins, stating that he recently observed a deputy on foot checking the backdoors of the businesses during the early morning hours. In addition to continuing the investigation, members of the council and audience requested that the sheriffs department come out to the village on an evening after a heavy snow to give citations to those who drive snowmo­ biles on village streets and sidewalks. Kelsey said the snowmo­ biles tear up the concrete where there is little or no snow on the sidewalk and pack down the snow, making it difficult to remove. Skate park plans progress committee needs volunteers Progress is being made toward the construction of skate park in the village of Nashville during the sum­ mer of 2008. However, Nashville Police Officer Mike Shapley, who has spearheaded the project, said the skateboard park committee is going to need more than verbal support from the community if the dream is to become a reali­ ty“We have so much support from this community that it is overwhelming, but it is only verbal support, and we need physical sup­ port as well,” said Shapley. “This isn’t a one-man oper- ation with a dozen kids leading the way. “This is your, park and we need you. If we had enough people show up, they would have approximately one job to do and that wouldn’t be asking too much in order to create something that would last for years, if not decades.” Shapley said the group needs people who will help the committee by addressing the village council and planning and zoning com­ mittees as needed, others to help gather and present information and people who have skills in eement, excavating, surveying and grant writing. After talking with many people in the community, •Shapley said the group determined that the area behind the businesses on the west side of town would not be a good site for the skate park because the area would need too much fill to build it up higher than the Thornapple River at .flood stage. The group is now considering installing the skate park on the site of the horseshoe pits in Putnam Park. The skate park commit­ tee sees this as an improve­ ment,” said Shapley. “It would give people and their families a beautiful shaded park with multiple areas for fun for all ages to enjoy while either at family reunions or just a day out with the family. “How many teens do you know that slump their shoulders, roll their eyes and just flat out whine when it comes to. going to the dreaded family reunions?” he added. “If Nashville can provide a park that covers almost all the bases, you’ll probably be the talk of the county for a place to hold reunions and other social events, which means better See PARK, page 7 Maple Valley’s “Free Yearbook” pizza sale begins next Monday The Maple Valley Junior­ Senior High School year­ book- staff is offering the opportunity for all students in grades' 7 through 12 to earn a free 2008 yearbook. The annual fundraiser will officially begin Monday, Feb. 11. Orders will be due to Ms. Gatewood in Room B-3 by Wednesday, Feb. 20, and all orders will be delivered Monday, March 17. Order brochures and sales informa­ tion will be distributed to students in their first-hour .classes Monday, Feb. 11. Students interested in obtaining a free yearbook must sell a minimum of 24 individual items from the Choice Products sales brochure. These items range in price from $7.50 to $15. This year, these items include crispy crust and pizzeria-style pizzas, pizza dippers, breakfast pizzas and garlic bread. There are also desserts such as cinnamon rolls and cheesecakes, eight types of deluxe cookie dough, as well as ready-made snack items and flavored ground coffees. Each pizza is pre-made and ready to bake, as are the breakfast pizzas, garlic bread and other items. The differ­ ent dessert .items are also ready to eat. The desserts include triple chocolate and turtle cheesecake cheesecake. The cookie dough is offered in eight varieties including chocolate double chocolate chip, chunk, oatmeal raisin and white chocolate macadamia. Students who have already ■ paid for their yearbooks will receive a full reimbursement from the yearbook staff, pro­ vided. They have earned a free yearbook by selling the required minimum of 24 items, and’ their names appear on the sales list gen­ erated by the yearbook pub­ lishing company. As an added incentive, a grand prize of $50 will be awarded to the Maple Valley student who. sells the highest number of pizza and dessert items. Anyone with information about the January break-ins is encouraged to call the Eaton County Sheriffs Department (517) 372-8217. In other business, the council: • Received a letter from the Vermontville Township Board requesting that, the township’s new assessor, Jeff Winans, be allowed to use space in the village office to. conduct business for four hours a week. The matter was referred to the village’s buildings and grounds committee, which will meet with representa­ tives from the township to work out an agreement and have a recommendation to make to the council at its next regular meeting sched- uled for 7 p.m. Thursday, March 6. • Approved a motion to use the approximately $2,500 in funds from fees paid by IT Tech and Broadstripe to establish a technology fund that would be used to purchase or upgrade technology in the village office and garage. • Heard a report from Department of Public Work Director Monte O’Dell that the village has received a $900 grant from Eaton County to use for the pur­ chase and, installation of a new swingset and trees in the village park. • Answered questions See COUNCIL, page 6 Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen contest is Monday The annual Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Queen oontest will be held 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 12. at the First Congregational Church, 110 S. Main St., Vermontville. During the contest, a panel ofjudges will select a queen and three court members, who will reign during the 68th annual Vermontville Maple Syrup Association Festival, Friday, April 25, to Sunday, April 27. The queen and court members will each receive a cash prize in addi­ tion to their sash and tiara. While the queen and her court are no- longer required See QUEEN, page 6 Embezzlement of county funds focus of sheriff investigation by Jon Gambee Staff Writer Two employees of the Barry County Clerk’s Office have been placed on paid administrative leave pending an investigation into alleged embezzlement of county funds. The two employees, whose names are beingg with­ held pending the investiga­ tion, are suspected of embez­ zling as much as $50,000 over an extended period of time. Barry County Sheriff Detective Dave Oakland is conducting the investigation but was unavailable for com­ ment. Barry County Undersheriff Bob Baker said he was not able to release any specific information con­ cerning the investigation while it remains in progress. An unnamed source close to the investigation, said Friday the amount may even surpass $50,000 and may See FUNDS, page 10 In This Issue • “Sugaring-off” party is annual Vermontville tradition • Grand prize is $5,000 in 2008 reverse raffle • Evening story time comes to Putnam Library • Maple Valley girls basketball score tenth win of the season �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, February 9,2008 — Page 2 Annual HGB HealthFest coming in March Community members will enjoy free health screenings, interactive activities, chair massages and the latest information on health and wellness at the annual Hayes Green Beach (HGB) HealthFest Saturday, March 15. This year’s event will run from 8 to 11:30 a.m. at Hayes Green Beach Memorial Hospital in Charlotte. More than 20 different sta­ tions will provide interaction with clinical specialists, local organizations and sup- port groups, as well as activ- participate in hands-on activ­ ities for children at the event, ities. There will also be which is open to the public drawings for various prizes. . In addition, HealthFest and free of charge. Information will be available Director Barbara’ Fulton is and updated regularly at excited to announce another .new and creative element in www.hgbhealth.com. Activities range from skin the yearly event. cancer and blood sugar "Local high school artists screenings to lab draws and' and writers will be involved information about diabetes, this year, providing artwork nutrition, physical fitness and essays that- reflect their and smoking cessation, visions of healthy behaviors and their local communi­ among many other topics. Caricature artists and story­ ties," explains Fulton, who tellers will entertain families has been working with the and children, who can also Charlotte High School art and writing clubs, to coordi­ nate this first-time feature. "Their creative projects will be on display throughout the than 70 . doctors, www.hgbhealth.com. HealthFest venue." For more information about HGB and its many services; including its more visit FEMA open house to focus on floods Are Barry County resi­ dents at risk? This question and others will be answered at the Federal Emergency Management Agency open house scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 14, from 5 to 7 p.m. in the Hastings City Hall Council Chambers, 201 E. State St., in Hastings. Devastating floods occur throughout the U.S. every year, causing more than $2 billion in damage. Floods and flash floods occur in all 50 states. Losses due to flooding are not covered under most homeowner or business insurance policies. Anyone attending this important ■ Flood Risk Information Open House, you will have the opportuni­ ty to locate their home on the soon to be published Flood Insurance Rate Maps. Homeowners can obtain valuable information on •flood insurance coverageoffered through the National Flood Insurance Program. On hand will -also be repre­ sentatives from local com­ munities, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, and the Federal Emergency Management Agency, to answer questions. ieeQ koititibfie Caugking out Qoud when ke said ke was cooking dinneit jolt Q/aCcnftnes, <9 fkinfe ke is ftea^g kuftt. uUaybe tke ‘-WaCMoft^ uiiCC make kirn |eefi betted’." ' “She is putty tn my kands, $ can’t believe ske |e{? ^oft it, tke onfy tking >9 was cooking up was a tftip to tke <^q?{do/t^...8weet!!l Great Feature Menu I all weekend, starting on Valentines Day. HGB's Dr. Erica Magers performs a skin cancer screening on a patient at the hospital's 2007 HealthFest. A variety of health information and services will be avail­ able again at this year's event on March 15. Blocher on NMU dean’s list Northern Michigan Vermontville was among University has announced its • students qualified with a dean’s list for the fall 2007 grade point average between semester. 3.25 and 3.99. Scott M. -Blocher of ® Stadium Seating Q No passes SHOWTIMES 2/9- 2/13 o ® FOOL’S GOLD (PG-13) 11:00,1:35, 4:10, 6:45,9:20 FRI/SATLS 11:55 ©UNTBACEABLE (R) 11:20,1.-25,3:30, 5:35, 7:40,- 9:45 FRI/SAT LS 11:50 THE BUCKET UST (PG-13) Correction: 11)50,2:10,4:30, 7:00,9:10 FRI/SATLS 11:20 RAMBO (R) 4:20, 9:30 105 E. State St. Hastings, IV11 269-945-4400 In the feature story about 2007 Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen Emily Eldred, the name of the 2007 Little Miss -Syrup Princess should have been Dominique Visser. 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 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Maifl St. • (517) 726-0258 Sunday Morning Worship Sunday School ............... -10 a.m. Family Worship............... 10-11 a.m. with fellowship afterwards Wed. night: Pioneer Club .. .6-7:15 p.m. K-6th grade Family dinner 5:30 p.m. (dub members only) PASTOR: ISRAEL YOUNG 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 Sunday: A.M. Worship ........... 11 a.m. Evening Worship...... ............ 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting -...... . ...7 p.m. 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. M.orning Worship :.. .11 a m. Evening Worship...................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family m.-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 PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Senrices 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages .... 10:30 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. 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 NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Located on the comer of State and- Washington streets Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday Sphool: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday Worship Service ............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................... 11:15 a.m. PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN 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.................. 8:30 a.m (Includes. Children’s Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects .& more.. PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors FRI/SATLS 11:40 27 DRESSES (PG-13) 11:10,1:45, 6:30 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. 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. 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The following area stu ’ PIS’® b Sunfield coffee shop to host two events * Coffee Cmen Sunfield ompany , 132 Mam St Sevuennftise lid, will host two ts in the next few weeks nmOn Saturday, Feb 16 a Jeff Speas will perform folk musiic and music stories. . <■* K Vincent, ncen, Leon eon Patrick and Audrey Miller, will per­ mang room sowe can onny __« — • BUYl-GHJ -of equal or For more information, ca11 th shop the h att (517) 566-7177. Chinn*a’ s (-P^CG U ,*% S Place t,o Goffor foorr Professional Styling The Place to Gofor J nUFN SP.COnpern nTueesrdaay- ^Fri^daPyP^^ I 1-517-852-9481 lesser I *5. J 06663407 W e 're _ ___ __ _ _ ___m___a_ king room sc co oo CARDS! INCLUDES All BAGS. 1Y jftaple Valley store hours • �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, February 9, 2008 — Page 4 Cattle-feeding short course Feb. 5 at MSU Maintaining animal health and understanding the value and limitations of feeding distiller’s grain solubles are major challenges to feedlot managers. To learn tools and strategies that minimize the consequences of poor animal health and make the best use of ethanol co-products as feed, producers can attend a two-part cattle-feeding pro­ gram at MSU and three other locations. The 2008 Great Lakes Cattle Feeding Short Course will be held Jan. 22 and Feb. 5 at the MSU Pavilion for Agriculture and Livestock Education in East Lansing. The program begins at 6 p.m. in all locations. Other dates and sites include Jan. 21 and Feb. 4 at the DeKalb, Ill., Farm Bureau Building; Jan. 23 and Feb. 6 at the Wood County Junior Fair Building in Bowling Green, Ohio; and Jan. 24 and Feb. 7 at the Royal Canadian Legion Hall in Wyoming, Ontario. The first session will look at nutrition and management programs for newly received feedlot cattle. There will also be a presentation on consid­ erations for designing vacci­ nation programs and the selection and use of antibi­ otics. Other presenters will discuss the effects of han­ dling and cattle temperament on feedlot returns and the costs of a poor receiving pro­ gram. The second session will kick off with a market out­ look for com and a talk about the challenges and limita­ tions of distiller’s grains in feedlot diets. Other presenta­ tions will explore minimiz­ ing ‘outs’ and taking advan­ tage ofharvesting premiums, concluding with regional age and source-verification pro­ grams. Speakers include faculty members and Extension spe­ cialists from the University of Nebraska, Oklahoma State University, Utah State University and the host insti­ tutions. The registration fee is $30, MM NEWS for the first registrant from one operation and $20 for each additional attendee from the same operation. College students and FFA and 4-H members can attend for $10. Registration dead­ line is Jan. 17. For more information or to register for the 2008 cattle feeding short course, contact Steve Rust at MSU by call­ ing (517) 432-1390. The 2008 Great Lakes Cattle-Feeding g Short Course is sponsored by the University of Illinois, Ohio State University, Michigan State University, Purdue University and the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs. Family Workshop Series continues The Child Abuse Prevention Council will launch a Family Workshop Series this month to help build stronger families in area communities. Assistant Pastor of the Middleville First Baptist Church Tim Vine will lead the January discussion, “Surviving the Teen and Toddler Years: Discussing Correlation and Similarities of Parenting Toddlers and Teens.” Vine will discuss discipline and relationship­ building during both stages of children’s lives. The talk is aimed at parents of both toddlers and teens. “We’ll also be- talking about keys to thriving, not just surviving, those years,” he said. Vine is the church youth pastor and has been working with students for 13 years. He said he hopes 20 to 30 people will attend the event; some already have signed up. There will be free child care and free pizza dinner with pre-registration. To reg­ ister, call the Child Abuse Prevention Council at (269) 948-3264. The dinner will be from 5:30 to 6 p.m., and the pres­ entation will last from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The program will be in the Hastings High School home economics room and library Monday, Jan. 28; the Thornapple Kellogg Learning Center Monday, Jan. 21; and the Delton Kellogg Elementary School conference room Monday, Jan. 14. The February presentation will be “Discipline for all ages,” the March meeting will be “Working with other adults who impact your child’s life” and the April presentation will be “Boys vs. Girls.” Workshop offers energy-saving tips Between post-holiday credit card bills and utility bills, January can. be a scary time to go to the mailbox. However, it doesn’t have to be that way. There are many simple ways people can reduce their energy bills. 06667199llw To learn low-cost, simple ways to reduce energy con­ sumption in the home, attend the Winter Weatherization Workshop at Pierce Cedar Creek Institute Saturday, Jan. 19. This workshop will be led by Cindy Tremblay, a con­ tractor with the State of Michigan and certified Weatherization Home Inspector with the Department of Energy. Tremblay will explore how homes lose heat, how to determine where heat is Barlond- Williams united in marriage Brooke Barlond and Brett Williams were united in mar­ riage on October 27, 2007 at St. Rose Catholic Church in being lost, and will provide Hastings. Brooke was given away by her mother, Sandra Downing, of participants with cost-effec­ Nashville. Brett is the son of Rick and Judy Williams of tive ways to reduce heat loss. The workshop could pay for Vermontville. Attendants were Heather Gibson, matron of honor; Heidi itself in as little as a month McCrimmon and Jenny Williams, bridesmaids. Billy Hager, through energy savings. The workshop runs from best man; Matt Williams and Corey Williams, groomsmen. 10 a.m. until noon. The cost Chloe and Alyssa Williams Jr., bridesmaids; J.J. Gibson, for members is $10 per per­ ringbearer; and Bailey Lewis, flowergirl. Honored guests were the bride’s grandparents, Oliver and son and $12 for non-members. Pre-registration for the Clarabelle Downing, and the groom’s grandparents Ed class is required. Please call Williams and Emagene Pitcher. A candle was lit in memory of Virginia Spicer, the groom’s (269) 721-4190 to register. For more information grandmother. After the ceremony a celebration was held at the VFW Hall about the Institute or for directions, visit www.cedar- in Nashville. The couple spent their honeymoon at Disney World and now reside at their home in Nashville. creekinstitute.org. ashville VFW Post 826 Valentine’s Dinner & Dance Saturday, Feb. 16th Burger Baskets & Wing Ding Baskets Served from 6pm - 10pm Congratulations Megan on breaking the weight throw record at Michigan State University I Dancefeaturing “Blind Ambition We are very proud ofyou, Love, Mom - Dad & family WMEW Our ramuy 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 c . anes This little device can cost people a lot of money through energy loss. Country, Country Rock & Oldies 8 pm * $2 Admission Call after 4pm except Tuesday (517) 852-9260 Now Scheduling Appointments MAPLE&VALLEY Accounting and Tax, LLC Jill Vanderhoef, Enrolled Agent & Family 8870 Valley Hwy,, Vermontville, MI Owner/Manager 517-852-1500 We Specialize in; • Individual Taxes Farm Taxes Small Business Taxes Bookkeeping �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, February 9,2008 — Page 5 ‘Everyday Hero’ nominations sought The Barry County United Way Volunteer Center is accepting nomination submissions for the sixth Annual Everyday Hero Awards. Director Bonnie Hogoboom invites the public to look around the community and identify volunteers who go “above and beyond” through' their service and nominate the persons or groups for an award. “The Everyday Hero Award is a fantastic way to show someone that the gift of service they give to others is appreciated,” said Hogoboom. “Are you aware of a volunteer that has made service to others the main focus for their life, or helped to nurture and encourage someone through difficult times? Is there a corporation or small .business that continually gives support to the community? Have you witnessed a service program, an educator or a mentor making a difference in the lives of others? Please take a moment to fill but a nomination form and send it to the Barry County United Way Volunteer Center.” Nomination forms are available at MainStreet Savings Bank, Hastings City SOCIAL NEWS Bank, the Barry County Chamber of Commerce, Barry County United Way, Delton District Library, Felpausch in Hastings and Delton, Thomapple Township Hall, Freeport District Library, arid the village offices in Nashville and Woodland. There are 12 award categories: ’ 1. Lifetime Achievement Award for lifelong commitment to community involvement and volunteer service. 2. Outstanding Mentor Award for an individual who has made a significant difference in a person’s fife over time through mentoring. 3. Corporate Service Award for a corporation that demonstrates excellent citizenship by giving back to the community. 4. Small siness Service Award for a Small business that demonstrates excellent citizenship by giving back to their community. 5. utstanding Community Service Program Award for an organization or program that strives to make a community a better place to live. 6. Senior Service Award ofExcellence for a senior 55 and over who goes the extra mile to improve the lives of 4-H celebration attracts 4,000 to Breslin Center neighbors, friends and their community. 7. Youth Service Award of Excellence for a young person, under 18 years old, who takes action to make the world a better place. 8. Adult Service Award of Excellence for an adult; 18 to 54 years old, who goes the extra mile to improve the lives of neighbors, friends and their community. 9. Family Service Award of Excellence for a family that goes the extra mile to improve the fives of neighbors, friends and their community. 10. refighter Emergency Service Award of Excellence acknowledges individuals through both for work-related and external activities beneficial to the community. 11. Law Enforcement Award of Excellence to honor the work an individual does through both workrelated arid external activities for the good of the community. 12. Education Award of Excellence to honor an educator who exemplifies dedication to the education of youths and understands the important role they have in the future health of the community. The deadline for submitting nominations is 5 p.m. Friday, Feb. 22. For more information, call Hogoboom at the Barry County United Way Office (269) 945-4010. More than 11,200 .fans birthday bookmarks and tat­ were on hand at the toos, and cheerleaders tossed Michigan State University more than 100 4-H and J Jack Breslin Student Events MSUE T-shirts to the crowd Center Saturday, Jan. 5, to during the game. kick off a year of activities “The basketball game was celebrating 100 years of a great way to launch our ‘4­ Full-Service Florist MSU Extension 4-H Youth H Forever’ campaign and get Development in Michigan. everyone ready to celebrate At least 4,000 of those and reflect upon 100 years of fans are involved in 4-H or 4-H in Michigan,” Booth Extension program. They said. “Rather than looking After Hours Call: 51 7-852-1691 (Askfor Cindy) came from all over the state back, this centennial year is to be part ofthe birthday cel­ all about looking at the future [Roses ebration and cheer on the of 4-H in Michigan and its rCteawnedhyyj MSU women’s basketball role in helping youth meet team as it faced Penn State in today’s challenges in tech­ a nationally televised game. nology, entrepreneurship, Battobns Wearing MSU and 4-H healthy living and communi­ green and sporting special 4­ ty service.” H clover birthday “tattoos” 4-H had displays and on faces and hands, the group staffers on hand to provide We deliver to Nashville, represented the 240,000 information on the youth youths who participate in 4­ development program, Arthur Drake of Vermontville holds great-grandson Luke H and the 30,000 Michigan including advice on how to Smith as daughter, Mary Lesage (right) and granddaughter, 4-H volunteers who donate join. FREE To learn about MSU Jessica Smith, (left) look on, making four generations of thousands of hours to the prografn each year. This is Extension and its 4-H Youth Drakes. the third year the Breslin Development program, go to Center has offered the group msue.msu.edu/4h. free admission to a game as a Information on the MSU way of honoring 4-H’s com­ women’s basketball team munity service work in all of and all MSU varsity sports MALLARD Michigan’s 83 counties: can be found at http://msusPOND VILLAGE Prior to tip-off, 4-H state partans.collegesports.com/. program leader Chert Booth Only 3 Units Lef Call Today! and a group of Clinton County 4-H youths took the floor to lead the crowd in singing “Happy Birthday” to the state’s largest youth development program. At half-time, MSU President Lou Anna K. Simon joined the 4-H youths on the floor to receive a 4-H birthday gift and to help the 4-Hers lead the crowd in reciting the 4-H pledge. “The 4-H Youth Development program is a • Brand new independent • Variety of convenient and great representation of Senior Lifestyle Apartments luxurious amenities MSU ’ s land-grant mission, ” (55+ years of age or greater) • Social and Recreational • said Simon. “After 100 Activities • Choose your spacious one The Lakewood Area Choral Society, now in its 23rd year, is years, it remains an excellent or two bedroom apartment • Affordable rent in a great example of how we take seeking a pianist to immediately assume the accompanying home location knowledge bom on campus responsibilities for this 100-voice adult choir. The choral soci­ Designed with your retireand put it in the hands and ment needs in mind ety season runs from January through October with rehearsals minds of youth throughout the state to be used in practi ­ twice a month on Monday nights. Previous choral accompa­ Taking Applications cal and innovative ways.” nying experience is necessary. Salary is negotiable and com­ ,or 2-3 Bedroom As part ofthe birthday cel­ mensurate with experience and education.. Contact Dr. Robert Family Apartments. ebration, the crowd was C. Oster, artistic director and conductor, for more information: § encouraged to sign a large Call | birthday card for 4-H that 269 945-9081. Send resume to Dr. Oster at 523 Lakeside for specials! will continue to gather signa­ Drive, Hastings, MI, 49058 or by e-mail at tures and be on display at 611 Woodlawn Ave., Hastings, Ml jwoster@yahoo.com . events throughout the year. Located one mile east ofM-43 on Woodlawn Ave. Attendees also received 4-H ifAll TUiit Glitters 234 N. Main • Nashville V\ (517) 852-9224 ebruary 14th Four generations Delivery to Maple Valley Schools NO Security Deposit First Month’s Rent FREE WANTED: PIANIST/ACCOMPANIST for the Lakewood Area Choral Society -948-9363 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, February 9,2008 — Page 6 “ Sugaring-off’ party is Vermontville tradition By Tina Maloney What does that mean? Well, it means a time to get together and share a meal and make maple sugar candy, maple cream or maple taffy out of maple syrup. The Sugaring-Off party has been a tradition in Ver­ montville since the late 1970s, started by Martha Zemke. As president of the Vermontville Historical Society, she had the idea for this event to honor the newly elected maple syrup queen and her court. The Sugaring-Off takes place the following Thursday after the current syrup queen has been select­ ed by the Maple Valley Syrup Association. This annual event is held in the “Griswold Room” in the basement of the First Congregational Church of Vermontville. A potluck din­ ner is also presented at that time to introduce the new syrup queen and her court. After dinner, the “sugaringoff’ begins. The process begins by boiling the maple syrup in a pot to a temperature of 235 degrees F., which will turn the syrup into a maple cream that may be used on ice cream as a topping or as a spread on bagels or toast To make maple syrup candy, the maple syrup must be heated to 240 degrees F., poured in to small glass bowls and stirred. After a few minutes or rapid stirring, the maple sugar is poured on wax paper where it cools quickly and becomes maple sugar candy. Maple taffy is made by pouring the heated syrup over ice and rolling it around with fingers for a few sec­ onds.. The 2008 “sugaring-off” party will be held Thursday, Feb. 28, at 7 p.m. The public is invited to attend this event. Bring a dish to pass place settings and a glass dish, a spoon and some waxpaper to enjoy the first sugar candy of 2008. This is a great time to enjoy the community and its rich history. Weight-loss resolutions should involve more sleep Many Americans resolve to lose weight in the new year. Surprisingly, they also should consider getting a better night’s sleep. The number of academic studies linking lack ofproper sleep to weight gain is grow­ ing. This past year the National Sleep Foundation (NSF) urged leading health organizations to include sleep in their reports as one of the behaviors that directly affects health. The NSF rationale comes from a "considerable body of converging evidence that clearly shows reduced sleep is a risk factor for obesity." Studies of adults have identified how sleep depriva­ tion can negatively affect metabolism and hormone function. "Lack of sleep impacts how well adults metabolize calories and can alter the level of hormones such as leptin and serotonin which increases the hunger sensa­ tion," said David Quimby, M.D., of. the Spectrum Health Sleep Disorders Center and’ Michigan Medical, P.C. in Grand Rapids. A recent Nurses Health Study looked at more than 68,000 middle-aged women who were asked to report back on their sleep habits and weight every two years for 16 years. The study found that women who slept for only five hours per night were 32 percent more likely to expe­ rience major weight gain (more than 33 pounds) and 15 percent more likely to become obese compared with women who slept at least seven hours a night. The study showed that even women who managed an average of six hours of sleep at night were more likely (12 percent) to gain weight than those who got in seven hours of sleep. Most healthy adults need between .seven and nine hours of sleep a night, said Dr. Quimby. "The quality of sleep is almost as important as the length," added Quimby. COUNCIL, continued from page 1 from a Sherman Street resi­ dent who was concerned that the village’s plan to extend Sherman Street might cause flooding on her property and damage to her bam. Council members said that the street extension would be engi­ neered to conform to State of Michigan - guidelines and should therefore prevent thos.e types of problems. Joe Montgomery Builders, Inc. Wfe build on our reputation.. .just ask our customers! Building dreams since 1978 Neyv Construction and Home Improvement 122 S. Lincoln, Charlotte (517)543-1718 • Approved a request from Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Corporation repre­ sentative Gene Fisher to allow the flea market, held during the annual festival be allowed to move onto the green next to the Vermontville Historical For everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics (269) 945-9554 Museum, located in the vil­ lage square. Handicapped parking would be moved to the area in. front of the vil­ lage garage and the antique auto show would be in front of Maple Manor. • Heard an update on the application process for a state grant to make improve­ ments to the street-facing exteriors of downtown busi­ nesses. O’Dell reported that at this time, five businesses are interested in being included in the grant applica­ tion process. • Heard a report that the organization and planning meeting for the annual Summerfest Car Show and community garage sales had been postponed until 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 13, at Roadrunners. • Difficulty concentrating or remembering facts. Some sleep problems go beyond simply scheduling enough time to rest. According to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM), 74 percent of Americans suffer debilitat­ ing sleep disorders, such as sleep apnea and insomnia, that require medical inter­ vention. Legislative Coffee set for Monday The next Barry County Chamber of Commerce Legislative Coffee will be Monday, Jan. 14, at 8 a.m. at the County .Seat Restaurant in Hastings. The gathering offers residents an opportuni­ ty to meet with state and local officials to discuss cur­ rent issues affecting the area. These coffees are free, informal and open to the public. For more informa­ tion, please contact the chamber at (269) 945-2454. CALENDAR OF EVENTS Feb. 11 Feb. 13 Feb. 16 Feb. 19 Feb. 26 Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. . Non-Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Rabbit and Cavy Breed Expo, 10 a.m., Bull Creek Veterinary Clinic. Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Rendezvous Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. QUEEN, continued from page 1 Incited! 0 "Sleeping on an uncomfort­ able mattress, in a room that is too warm or too cold, or with noise distractions such as the television, hinders reaching deep sleep." Along with weight con­ cerns, there are other signs that adults are not getting enough quality sleep. Those indicators include: • Trouble staying alert during boring or monoto­ nous activities. • A tendency to be unrea­ sonably irritable with co­ workers, family or friends. to attend various parades and functions throughout the year, voluntary participation in such events is encouraged. The contest is open to all junior girls who plan to grad­ uate from Maple Valley High School. The deadline for Please join us for a public Open House as we present our new Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) unit. When: Tuesday, February 12, 2008, from 5-7 p.m. Where: Pennock Hospital Conference Center, 1009 W. Green St., Hastings Refreshments and guided tours of our state-of-the-art MRI suite will be available. Please call (269) 948-3116 with any questions. shWUt TOP HOSPITALS yUbtKtl 2006 applications was Jan. 31 The annual Maple Syrup Festival Queen Contest is sponsored by the Vermontville Lions Club which will provide a Swiss steak dinner before the con­ test. . �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, February 9,2008 — Page 7 PARK, continued from page 1 —:-------revenue for the this commu­ nity.” The skate park committee has voted to work with Howell-based Superior Play, which specializes in skate parks and recreational equip­ ment and deals with a com­ pany called Skatewave.com, which specializes in skate park equipment. In January, Carl Pietila, a representative from Superior Play made a presentation to the skate park committee. SCHOOL MENUS 'Ik*l kit J at k MBS jszfete' faMlbfeHi B xibaab [M^laWiLW 9H0lh*W is®® s Feb. 4, the group voted to continue talks with the com­ pany based on the rough draft and bid given by Pietila during the January meeting. The rough draft consists of an approximately 120-by51-foot skate park built from approximately 11 portable units at an estimated cost of $51,100. The cost of exca­ vating and cement have been estimated at an additional $10,000 to $12,000. Shapley recently addressed the Nashville Planning Commission regarding the group’s plans for a skate park within the village limits during the summer of 2008 and asked for advice on how best to proceed. Shapley said that Planning Commission member Melissa Strotheide said it would not be possible to start construction in August because surveys needed to be done, and bids and approval from the village council needed to be obtained. “I agreed with Mrs. Strotheide and understood what she was trying to state,” said Shapley. “I also know that we can do this with help from parents*, teachers, exca­ vators, and business owners if they really want this. We can have dirt moving by fall ifwe get in gear and do this.” The skate park committee would like to invite all inter­ ested conununity members to attend their • meetings, which are held at 5 p.m. each Wednesday at the Nashville VFW Hall on South Main Street. “Please come to our meet­ ings. Bring your skills, sug- gestions, ideas and ambi­ tions. We need people who will keep coming back,” said Shapley. “We aren’t expect­ ing you to make every meet­ ing but to be there for us and see us through until the end.” For more information or to volunteer, call Shapley (269) 838-2996. MSU seeking study sites for biofuel research Cellulosic ethanol produc- prairie, CRP or Pheasants tion shows promise of Forever-type planting); increased energy efficiency • And a nearby conven­ and could be a win-win situ­ tional com field. Maple Valley ation for farmers, soil and Ideally, each would be at Elementary Menu water conservation, wildlife, least five acres in size and and the environment. within two miles of another. Monday, Feb. 11 Michigan State University The switchgrass and mixed Mini com dogs. Tater tots, researchers are examining prairie stands should be well pears, brownie. how different biofuels crops established, i.e., at least 3 Tuesday, Feb. 12 may affect conservation out­ years old. Macaroni and cheese. comes. From May to October, a Green beans, pears, muffin. They are studying the small team of researchers Wednesday, Feb. 13 impact of potential biofuels would periodically visit each Sack Lunch Day. PJB. crops on song and game bird site to survey bird, insect and Chips, carrot sticks, juice. numbers, beneficial insects soil microbe communities. Thursday, Feb. 14 and soil microbes. They are They anticipate about 12 vis­ Heart shaped nuggets. currently looking for sites its to each field during the southern year. Mashed potatoes, cinnamon throughout Michigan to conduct these apples, heart shaped snacks. All information would, studies. Ideal sites would remain Friday, Feb. 15 confidential. Pizza rolls. Tossed salad,* have: Participant landowners • A pure (or nearly pure) would not be identified with­ bread stick, orange wedge. stand of switchgrass; out prior permission. • A mixed grass and wild­ As stated above, the sam­ Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High flower planting (a mixed pling procedures would take Lunch Menu Monday, Feb. 11 Corn dogs. Tater tots, bamjCoufilu baked beans, pineapple. Salad Commission on Aging Bar. Schedule of Events Tuesday, Feb. 12 Burrito.. Refried beans, whole kernel com, cinnamon ‘ Barry County bits, wheat bread. apples. Breakfast Bar. Commission on Aging Tuesday, Feb. 12 Wednesday, Feb. 13 Menu and Activities Cheese cubes, marinated Grilled cheese. Tomato Hearty Menu carrots, diced peaches, Rye soup. Cal. blend veg., grapes. Monday, Feb. 11 Krisps, dinner roll. Asian Bar. Polish sausage, augratin Wednesday, Feb. 13 Thursday, Feb. 14 potatoes, sauerkraut, diced Chef salad, broccoli bacon Heart shaped nuggets. peaches, dinner roll. salad, mixed fruit, jello, Mashed potatoes, scalloped Tuesday, Feb. 12 wheat crackers. com, peach crisp. Mexican Chicken parmesan, Thursday, Feb. 14 Bar. spaghetti noodles, cauli­ Turkey and pasta salad, Friday, Feb. 15 flower, Redskin potatoes, marinated vegetables, diced • Sloppy Joe w/chips. banana. pears. Potatoes wedges, celery w/p. Wednesday, Feb. 13 Friday, Feb. 15 butter, applesauce. Country Meatloaf, mashed pota­ Cottage cheese, Spanish Chicken Bar. toes, stewed tomatoes, spiced bean salad, tropical fruit, din­ Note: Entree’s, available apples, wheat bread. ner roll daily: Cheeseburger, variety Thursday, Feb. 14 Activities Calendar of chicken sandwiches, pizza, Roast beef ajid gravy, lima Monday, Feb. 11: peanut butter and jelly sand­ beans, carrots, pineapple tid­ Hastings - Beg. Tai Chi 8:30 wich, fish sandwich, honey a.m.; Card Making 12:30 bits, dinner roll. and peanut butter sandwich, 6 p.m. Crafts/Music 10:30 Friday, Feb. 15 ozs. yogurt w/string cheese. Watercolor 1 p.m.; Macaroni and cheese, a.m.; Sides available daily: garden green peas, Brussels sprouts, Kinship Care 7 p.m. Delton salad, juice, fresh fruit. Milk Mandarin oranges. Bingo. H,W,N is included with all full meal Reminiscence. purchases. Second available Tuesday, Feb. 12: Cold Menu on vegetables at no additional Hastings.- Bible Study 12:30 Monday, Feb. 11 charge. Assorted bread choic­ Ground bologna, com and p.m.; Legal Aid 10:30-Noon es tomato salad, pineapple tid- Mortgage Foreclosures; Line y©u... For your support and understanding during my time of loss. Your cards and prayers were greatly appreciated. ■Cheryl Pierce owner/stylist ’ Stmt Won Full service hair, nail and tanning salon 226 N. Main • Nashville 517-852-175 Oooo/J/ f Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Beg. Line Dance Noon. GL - Valentine Party Noon. Wednesday, Feb. 13: Hastings - Nails; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m.; p.m.; Mini Massage 9 a.m.-2 p.m.; Los Vision Support 1:30 p.m. Delton - Reminiscence. Thursday, Feb. 14: Hastings - Valentine’s Party 10:30 a.m. Nashville Friendship Feast. Friday, Feb 15: Hastiflgs Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m.; Mixed Media Painting 9: 30 a.m.; Model Railroad 12 p.m. Woodland - Visiting: Nashville - Mini Massage 10: 30 a.m. place from May to October. A a team of four or five MSU researchers would periodically visit the sites to conduct. surveys of natural wildlife. Bird, sampling would consist of counts of singing and nesting birds. Insects would be sampled by passive sticky and bowl traps, and microbes would be surveyed by taking one-inch soil cores. Further, in the fall the team would harvest several small areas (about two square yards in size) to deter­ mine the amount of plant material produced above ground. Ethanol and biodiesel pro­ duced from plant materials— called biofuels—are increas­ ingly in the news these' days. Most ethanol in the U.S. is currently produced from corn grain; however, new technologies are coming on­ line to produce ethanol from cellulosic plant materials IlVlfilPfAl l (stalks, leaves, woody stems etc.). Cellulosic- ethanol pro­ duction promises greatly increased energy efficiency and could be a win-win for farmers, soil and water con­ servation, wildlife, and the environment. With funding from the Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center, MSU is examining how different bio­ fuels crops may affect con­ servation outcomes. Researchers are studying the impact of com, switchgrass 30 30 30 and mixed stands of prairie grasses and wildflowers on bird, insect and microbial communities. ■ Some believe that wellchosen biofuel crops could enhance song and game bird numbers, increase numbers of beneficial insects and favor soil microbes that help reduce greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. For more information, contact Shawn McKenney at (269) 673-8965 ext. 3 or (269) 673-9671. 30 30 30 30 30 30 Happy Anniversary February 14? I love you Susie, Marty 30 ■■■^b■ 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 Member of Greater Lansing Association of IVf> fal lIwkI lllR YI Real Estate Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing”Service nasw^^ Phone (517) 852-1915 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 Rick Winegar, Realtor - GR1 e-PRO Cell 269-838-2884 Jerry Reese, Realtor - ABR Home 517-852-5066 Jeff Weiler, Realtor 517-852-1915 $72,50011 IN NASHVILLE ATTENTION YOUNG COUPLES! Hard to find a nicer 'first home' for PRICE REDUCED TO $90,000! IN NASHVILLE the price. Immaculate upkeep!! 2 GOOD FAMILY HOME IN NOW $55,0001! bedrooms (poss. 3), gorgeous NASHVILLE! 3 bedrooms, 2 .baths, 1st floor kitchen, 1st floor laundry, 3 sea-2 bedroom home, on corner lot, sons porch. Blacktop drive to a appliances included, also some laundry, 2 car garage 2/heated 24x32 garage and 14x24 shed. 1 other furnishings. Possession at workshop. Patio & 3 seasons room, close! Call Rick or Homer. (N-31) central air, fenced, yard. Cail Homer ' (N-37) or Rick. (N-157) seller. year home warranty provided by REDUCED TO $85,000! NEAR SAUBEE LAKE, MOVE-IN CONDITION 3 bedrooms, main floor laundry, clean, well maintained oak cabi­ nets., Attached 2 car garage. Lakewood Schools, many improvements including windows and siding and many updates, roof 2004. Back deck is 24x12, appliances including. Beautiful setting to view wildlife. Cali Rick. (CH-30) THORNAPPLE LAKE - $88,90011 Shows like new, 1998 mfg. home, central air, double.lot. .Call Rick or Homer. (LK-26) $81,9001! JUST LISTED: THREE BEDROOM NEWELY REMODELED HOME IN NASHVILLE "Move-in" condition, possession at close. -Cali Jerry for complete details! Possible land contract. (N-38) VACANT PARCELS 2.2 ACRES NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE. On main road - surveyed, perked, modulars acceptable. Nat. gas available, rolling with some trees. Land Contract terms. Call Homer. PRICE REDUCED! (VL-114) 3 ACRES PERKED fir SURVEYED: Rolling terrain, seeded to hay, seller financing available. North of Vermontville, black­ top road. PRICE REDUCED! Call Homer. (VH55) 4 ACRE BUILD SITE Paved road in the COUNTRY. Perked, surveyed, easy commute to Lansing, Battle Creek. Great loca­ tion, close to hunting & fishing! Culvert and drive are IN w/permit. MV schools, 4 miles north of Vermontville. Call Rick (VL-149) 2+ ACRES North of Vermontville, blacktop road, natural gas available, surveyed, perked-. Contract terms. Call Homer . ‘ (VL-34) 60 ACRES - FARM & HUNTING LAND. REDUCED TO $ 185,000! Approximately 30., acres woods. Call Homer or Rick. • • ’ ‘ (VL-159) �Maple Valley eagers have lost six games in a row The Smothers MRMtfMM tr •O•W•• aMna Qat* SMtaabaapar ams a«» aaoanf aaanar Bab in concert at Pleasantv iew Church tonight QOOD ^IIME (SI7) 8S2.IMS SOI N. Main. (M-66) Nashville. MI Mb U « 7 pm band oaf wife Mngmf min IN AND CHECK OUT our NEW MENUS with Ittwl; lot Hied at MOI LOWER PRICES! Country Fried Steak ■Ntf u''mKBrBi Country Fried Chicken Pizza Bar - Everyday CALL ^69-945-9554 any time for Action-ads! From opening til Zpm and evenings4pm till 1 hr. before dose • Sunday Breakfast Bar Sam-llam Heating dE Air Conditioning • Sunday Brunch llam-Zpm । tr-EKicn •NSLRHJ Vermonffcvtle. Ml RUUD COLE HAMSBARGER Fewturtng Ruud Bas faaaweva and Air CaraMlanara. Hdl taa» ar Intfcry Ao Oroaiy Rrortu • rWHL SMttn wtm �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, February 9; 2008 — Page 9 Farm markets, U-pick sites sought for directory Through a new partner­ ship with the Michigan Farm Marketing and Agri-Tourism Association (MI-FMAT), Farm Bureau Insurance, and Michigan Farm Bureau, Michigan Department of Agriculture (MDA) Director Don Koivisto has announced plans .to produce the popular Michigan Farm Marketing and Agri-Tourism Directory for 2008. “I encourage family farm­ ers, agri-businesses, and oth­ ers across the state to take advantage of this low-cost, high-benefit opportunity to promote their businesses," said Koivisto. “This directo­ ry makes potential visitors aware of the diverse and Discussion on guardians to be presented Feb. 19 by Megan Lavell Staff Writer Attorney C. Marcel Stoetzel III will present from 8 to 9 a.m. at the Tuesday, Feb. 19, Community Breakfast at the First United Methodist Church on Green Street in Hastings. Stoetzel will discuss “Guardian Ad Litem,” or the guardian who takes the place of a parent, and how it plays a part in some children’s lives. Among Stoetzel’s creden­ tials are serving on the Barry County Bar Association, CASA for Kids in Barry and Eaton counties and Winding Creek Camp. He is a Barry County native and graduated from Lakewood High School, the University of South Alabama and Cooley Law School. He currently is a- Solo practitioner in Hastings and a board mem­ ber of the Young Lawyer’s Section of the Michigan State Bar. Prior to becoming an attor­ ney, Stoetzel served as an Armored Cavalry Sergeant in the U.S. Army. He also worked in construction, insurance and computer soft­ ware design. Stoetzel also has served as a volunteer youth counselor. The Community Breakfast is sponsored by Strong Families/Safe Children, Foster Home Recruitment, Child Abuse Prevention Council of Barry County, the Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Program and the Department of Human Services Family to Family Program. For more information or to RSVP, call the Child Abuse Prevention Council at (269) 948-3264. unique opportunities existing in Michigan to select fresh, safe, and high quality, local­ ly grown food and agricul­ tural products; and to enjoy* recreational experiences; and reconnect with their agricul­ tural roots.” Under this new partner­ ship, the directory will be ready for distribution by the end of April. MI-FMAT will provide overall direction and support for the project, with in-kind support provided by MDA and Michigan Farm Bureau, and significant financial contribution from Farm Bureau Insurance to help cover printing and ship­ ping costs. Cost for a listing in the 2008 Michigan Farm Marketing and Agri-Tourism Directory is $100, and the deadline is Friday, Feb. 15. “As an added bonus, each paid listing in the directory includes a one-year member­ ship to MI-FMAT and all the benefits that go with mem­ bership,” said Steve Tennes, MI-FMAT board president “This is a great opportunity for farm marketers to experi­ ence what MI-FMAT has to offer while promoting their businesses in this popular directory.” The 2008 Michigan Farm Marketing and Agri-Tourism Directory will be available at Travel Michigan Welcome Centers, through local Farm Bureau Insurance agencies in every county, at many farm markets, farmers’ markets, and other locations. Advertising opportunities also exist for agriculture businesses, commodity businesses, organizations, restaurants, lodging businesses, tourism associations, non-agricultural tourism attractions, and others interested in promot­ ing their businesses or events through the directory. Anyone interested in adver­ tising rates or who has ques­ tions about the directory should contact Tim Rogers, advertising sales manager, Michigan Farm Bureau, at (517) 323-6543 or by e-mail at trogers@michfb.com. In addition to the printed directory, farm listings will be included in a searchable database on MI-FMAT’s consumer Web site at www.MichiganFarmFun.co m. Links to the electronic directory also will be acces- sible from MDA’s agricul­ tural tourism Web page at www.Michigan.gov/agtouris m, the Michigan Farm Bureau Web site at www. michiganfarmbureau.c om, and the Farm Bureau Insurance Web site at www.farmbureauinsurancemi.com. For more information about MI-FMAT and its mis­ sion and services, visit www.MichiganFarmFun.co m. For more information about agricultural tourism and Michigan’s food and agriculture industry, visit www.michigan.gov/mda. Additional directory forms can be obtained online at either Web site above, or via e-mail at lipej@michigan.gov. Grand prize is $5,000 in 2008 reverse raffle It’s time once again to buy tickets for the Maple Valley Athletic Boosters’ Reverse Raffle. Only 250 tickets are being sold, at $100 apiece. There will be 18 winning tickets drawn at the event hosted by the Mulberry Gardens Banquet Facility in Nashville, on Saturday April 19. COBB WELL DRILLING (REPAIR • • • • 7 Day Service Pumps Installed & Repaired Service On Submersible Pumps 2” - 5” Well Drilling and Repair 30 Years Experience Estimates Available 517-726-0377 356 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Richard Cobb David Cobb Ml Lie. #1748 The grand prize this year is $5,000. The 249th ticket drawn earns its holder $1,000. Prizes range from those amounts to $100 for the first and 50th tickets pulled. If 250 tickets are not sold, the drawing will revert to a 50-50 raffle with a minimum prize of $3,500 awarded. April 19, registration will begin gin at 5 p.m. A buffet dindin ner will start a 6 p.m. The drawing will then start at 7 p.m. Ticket holder need not be present to win. See any athletic booster member for tickets, or mail a payment, along with name, address, and phone number to Tai Gearhart, 825 S. Hanover St., Hastings, MI, 49058. Tickets will be sold on a first-come-first-served basis. Jimmy Gretzinger, Kelly Gotch, Tony Hansen and Gabe Vanwormer Jack & Judy s 113 N. Main Nashville 517-852-9700 Hours: Open 7 Days 6AM-8PM FRIDAY SPECIALS Country Kettle Cafe 411 You Can Eat Fish (Cod dr Perch) All You Can Eat Shrimp SATURDAY SPECIALS BBQ Pork Ribs Fried Chicken • Coverage and special presentation from Michigan Out-Of-Doors television program. • Over $1,500 in prizes and awards from Adult Bow, Adult Gun, and Youth (Bow or Gun). Winners drawn from top ten entries in each division. Commemorative Bucks of Michigan certified scorers on hand to measure antlers. Entries must be from 2007 season and from Eaton County and surrounding areas. Entry submission and scoring between 3:00 and 6:00 at event We encourage you to pre-score your antlers before the event For pre-scoring or more information about the event contact CBM official scorer Brian Elliston (517-541-0191 - bdelliston1@yahoo.com) • Tickets will be sold at the door, $15 - Adult $10 - Children 16 and under. Pig roast dinner and refreshments included. Seating limited to first 250 people. Free admission to event with purchase of banquet ticket for the Eaton County Sportsman’s banquet scheduled for April 12,2008 ($45 single, $65 couple) Must present banquet ticket to enter. SUNDAY SPECIALS Swiss Steak Baked Chicken & Dressing Ham Steak & Yams Nashville’s Friendly Family CHECK OUT OUR EARLY BIRD Restaurant with Family Prices! BREAKFAST SPECIALS A DAILY SPECIALS MON.-FRL “The keynote speaker will be Wildlife Biologist Forester, Hunting Outfitter, and Vice Chairman on the National Board of Directors for the Quality Deer Management Association Mark Thomas who is one of the leading Deer Management Biologists in the country." �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday. February 9, 2008 — Page 10 Maple Valley CLASSIFIEDS CALL... The Maple Valley News (269) 945-9554 For Sale For Rent Recreation WOOD FOR SALE: $40 face cord, $50 delivered. (517)852-0293. OPEN HOUSE: HOME ON THE RIVER IN NASH­ VILLE. 10am-5pm Sat & Sun. February 9 & 10. 3 bedrooms, large yard, appli­ ances, 1.5 bath, lyear lease. $725/per month, 525 Reed St (517)852-2007, 800-269­ 5247. FOR SALE: 2002 Kawasaki 360 Prairie Quad 4x4, $2,500 obo. Call anytime, (269)838­ 7635. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: AlJ real ewUrie ad vert i ung in thn new*papcf is wb)cc1 to the Fair Housing Ad and the Michigan Civil Right* Act which coHectively mat* d illegal Io advertise "any preference. Iimitatum or ditcnminaUos baaed 00 race, color, religion, bci. handicap, familial statu*. national origin, age or martial Uduv or an intention, to make any aucb preference, limitation or difccnmmaiion " Familial Matus include* children under the age of IS living with parent* <h legal custodian*, pregnant women and people securing cuOody of children under IK Thi* newspaper will nut knowingly accept any advertising for real eMair which i* in violation of the law Our read­ er* arc hereby informed that all dwelling* advertised in thi* newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basil. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-4512980 The HUD tollfree telephone number for the hearing impaired i* 1-800-927-9275. 0MU3312 Card ofThanks I WOULD LIKE to thank my relatives and family, friends, and neighbors for attending my 80th surprise Birth day party! For the money, cards, and gifts. . Norma Business Services CABINETRY STARLITE KITCHENS serves all of your cabinetry needs. Jennifer Neeb works within your budget and offers free house calls and estimates. Show­ room located inside Thomp­ son Interiors in Lake Odessa. Call (616)889-1340 or visit StarliteKitchens.com / pro­ motion for an online cou­ pon! HOME IMPROVEMENTS/HANDO YOU WANT QUALITY DYMAN: Specializing in PRINTING at affordable decks, roofing, windows, prices? Call J-Ad Graphics at siding, additions & remodel­ (269)945-9554. ing. Experienced work for affordable prices. Call Alan Klein for all your home im­ provement needs. (269)945­ 9269 WANTED Farm The Village of Vermontville is accepting applications or resumes for the position of Deputy Clerk. The posi­ tion is for 19 to 20 hours per week.. Applications accepted thru February 22,2008 at... P.O. Box K, Vermontville, MI 49096 Questions 517-726-1429 Shirley Harmon, Vermontville Village Clerk NOTICE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE RESIDENTS Anyone who would be interested in serving on the Nashville Zoning Board (Three open seats), or on the Nashville Planning Commission (One open seat) should send a letter of intent to the Nashville Village office at 203 N. Main St., P.O. Box 587, Nashville, MI 49073. Cathy Lentz Village Clerk 06667385 WOOD FOR SALE The Village of Nashville will be taking sealed bids on the wood acquired from the recent tree removals done on village property.-All bids must be received by February 29, 2008. They will be opened and the highest bid accepted at the council meeting scheduled for March 13, 2008. For more information please con­ tact Darrell Clements at 517-852-9571. E.A.R.T.H. = EDUCATED ANIMAL Rescue and Teen Haven is in urgent need of HAY DONATIONS. We will come pick it up, clean out your bam of old hay (Any type ofhay that isn't moldy). E.A.R.T.H. 501(c)3 is a non-profit organization. All donations are tax deduc­ tible. PLEASE CALL (269)962-2015 EARTH has many animals available for adoption. In­ cluding horses, dogs, cats, rabbits and goats. Right now we are having a Adopt-ACat special for $40! All cats are UTD, spayed and tested. Also many small lap dogs for adoption. Many nice rid­ ing horse and pasture pets. Adopt 1 horse and get the second for no adoption fee!! www.earthservices.org 269­ 962-2015. EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” T012” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm 06667079 We stock a complete line of... The Barry County Central Dispatch Ad­ ministrative Board will accept applications from interested citizens to serve as the General Public At Large member on this Board. Applicants must be a Barry County Resident. Submit your application stating your interest and qualifications no later than February 15, 2008. Send to the attention of: 4 Chairman Barry County Central Dispatch Administrative Board 2600 Nashville Road Hastings, Michigan 49058 • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Richard Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 8 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE S Now accepting MasterCard & Visa FUNDS, continued from page 1have been taken over a peri­ od of time as long as five years. r “They do not have all the information yet,” the source said, “but it is a considerable amount of money. It is my understanding that it involves cash money collect­ ed by the clerk’s office. “The missing money was discovered as the clerk’s office was going through its books in preparation for an upcoming audit.” Thornapple Wind Band to play Sunday The Thornapple Wind Band will perform a concert featuring “spine-tingling and lamenting” music Sunday, Feb. 10, at the Hope United Methodist Church, just south of Hastings, on M-37 at M­ 79. The mid-winter musical festivities will commence at 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: Robyn D Nicklow, Single Woman to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., solely as nominee for Fieldstone Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated August 5, 2005 and recorded November 22,2005 in Instrument # 1156596 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was subsequently assigned to: HSBC Mortgage Services Inc, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred One Forty-Eight Thousand Hundred Forty-Six Dollars and Eighteen Cents ($148,146.18) including interest 10.65% 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, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on February 21, 2008. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 34 of Casa-Del-Mar of Acker’s Point and the northeast­ erly half of Lot 33 of Casa-DelMar ofAcker's Point, according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, Page 64. Together with all land between the land above described and the shore line of Long Lake, excepting the private road and Northwest of Lot 33 between said private road and Long Lake, being Section 15 and 16 of Town 2 North, Range 9 West. Commonly known as 3993 South Shore Drive, Delton Ml 49046 The redemption period ■shall be 6 months from the date of such sale; unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: JANUARY 16, 2008 HSBC Mortgage Services Inc, Assignee of Mortgagee & Attorneys: Potestivo Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 08-85805- (HSBC) ASAP# 973470 01/19/2008, 01/26/2008, 02/02/2008,02/09/2008 06666477 3 p.m. and a reception will follow, with opportunities to mingle with musicians. One of the day’s high­ lights will be a seven-piece flute choir performing the “Ashokan Farewell.” LEGAL NOTICE FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a cer­ tain mortgage made by: Daniel J. Lindemulder and Christine M. Lindemulder, Husband arid Wife to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., solely as nominee for Maxim Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated December 19, 2005 and record­ ed January 9, 2006 in Instrument # 1158690 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mort­ gage was assigned to: HSBC Bank USA, N.A., as Trustee on behalf of ACE Securities Corp. Home Equity Loan Trust and for the registered holders of ACE Securities Corp. Home Equity Loan Trust, Series 2006-ASAP3, Asset Backed Pass-Through Certificates, by assignment dated July 13, 2007 and recorded August 8; 2007 in Instrument # 20070808-0000640 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eighty-One Thousand Four Hundred Sixty Dollars and Thirty-Six Cents ($181,460.36) including interest 7.75% 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, pr some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on February 28, 2008. Said premises are situ­ ated in City of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 6 of Thornapple Riverside Plat, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as record­ ed in Liber 5 of Plats on Page 55. Commonly known as 7135 Bouman Drive, Middleville Ml 49333 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later. Dated: JANUARY 23, 2008 HSBC Bank USA, N.A., as Trustee on behalf of ACE Securities Corp. Home Equity Loan Trust and for the registered holders of ACE Securities Corp. Home Equity Loan Trust, Series 2006-ASAP3, Asset Backed Pass-Through Certificates, off Mortgagee Assignee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 08-86210 ASAP# 977870 01/26/2008, 02/02/2008, 02/09/2008,02/16/2008 oooaesz? 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: Jonathan Wright, A Single Man to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc, solely as nominee for Crevecor Mortgage Inc,' Mortgagee, dated January 10, 2006 and recorded January 25, 2006 in Instrument # 1159329 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was assigned to: HSBC Mortgage Services Inc, by assignment dated August 8,2007 and recorded August 17, 2007in Instrument # 20070817-0001009 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eighty-Eight Thousand Eight Hundred Sixty-Nine Dollars and Forty-Two Cents ($188,869.42) including interest 7.9% 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 vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on February 28, 2008. Said premises are situated in Township of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 4: That part of the Northeast one-quarter of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, described as: Commencing- at the North onequarter corner of said Section; thence South 00 degrees 25 min­ utes 54 seconds West 555.49 feet along the West line'of said Northeast one-quarter to the place of beginning; thence South 89 degrees 39 minute,s 44 sec­ onds East 255.45 feet; thence South 00 degrees 20 minutes 16 seconds West 60.00 feet; thence South 06 degrees 07 minutes 35 seconds West 60.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 04 minutes 17 seconds West 243.31 feet; thence North 8939 feet 44 min­ utes West 251.12 feet; thence North 00 degrees 25 minutes 54 seconds East 363.00 feet along the West line of said Northeast one-quarter to the place of begin­ ning. Subject to and together with an easement for ingress, egress and utility purposes over a 66 foot wide strip of land, thence centerline of which is described: That part of the Northeast onequarter of Section 34, Town 3 Ndrth, Range 8 West, described as: Commencing at the North one-quarter- corner of said Section; thence South 89 degrees 39 minutes 44 seconds East 652.35 feet along the North line of said Northeast one-quarter to the place of beginning of said centerline; thence South 00 degrees 04 minutes 17 seconds West 588.50 feet; thence'North 89 degrees 39 minutes 44 sec­ onds West 400.55 feet; thence South 00 degrees 20 minutes 16 seconds West 27.0 feet to the place of ending of said centerline. Also over a 60 foot radius curve, the radius point of which is the above described place of ending of said centerline. Commonly known as 3122 Cedar Brook Drive, Hastings Ml 49058 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later. Dated: JANUARY 23, 2008 HSBC Mortgage Services Inc, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 08-86215(HSBC) ASAP# 977372 01/26/2008, 02/02/2008, 02/09/2008, 02/16/2008 06660952 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, February 9,2008 — Page 11 Evening story time comes to Putnam ftNSj \W i Tuesday night; Putnam District Library in Nashville welcomed visitors for its first nighttime story time. Fifteen youngsters and their parents enjoyed several bedtime sto­ ries read by library volun­ teer, Deb Crandall (also known as Grandma Deb). The children were invited to wear pajamas and to bring a stuffed animal and/or a favorite blanket. The library will host another evening story time at w S&J &J SlfcS&Jjh cj Volunteers will help col­ lege-bound Michigan stu­ dents and their families com­ plete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) during College Goal Sunday, Feb. 10, at 27 locations in Michigan. The nearest designated sites are: • Battle Creek: Kellogg Community College, Ohm Technology Building, Main Floor, 450 North Ave. • Grand Rapids: Grand Valley State University-Pew Campus, DeVos Center, 401 Fulton St. •Kalamazoo: Western Michigan University, Fetzer Center, 1903 W. Michigan Ave. • Lansing: Lansing community College-West Campus, 5708 Cornerstone Dr. College Goal Sunday is a collaborative effort among the Michigan Guaranty uarany Agency, the Michigan Student Financial Aid Association and EduGuide: Partnership for Learning. 7 p.m. March 4, in honor of March is Reading Month. The theme will be a Dr. Seuss slumber party in honor of his birthday the day before. Activities and books this evening will all honpr Dr. Seuss. Daytime story .times are also scheduled for 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 22, March 7. Interested adults are invited to bring youngsters to enjoy this special time at the library. wanted: standing Timber %%> ..>\ vv >CC \ S &TTi%%k kkSS??i••?? tv tv Statewide college financial aid program is Sunday i call Hughes Logging LLC Since 1980 Leonard Hughes Jr. (5*17) 852-9040 *5^ 5^ Log With Horses or Skidder 06664087 The program is designed to increase the number of Michigan students who con­ tinue education beyond high school and earn post-second­ ary degrees. The FAFSA is required of any student seek­ ing financial aid, which may be in the form of grants, loans, and many scholar­ ships. ."Parents should not under­ estimate the amount offinan­ cial aid that is available," said Diane Sprague, director of the Michigan Guaranty Agency. "As lead sponsor of Michigan College Goal Sunday, MGA wants to ensure that students have the opportunity to submit their FAFSA by the-March 1st priority date so they are eligible for both state and federal financial aid programs." 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The Lions built a eight. point first half lead against the Panthers Thursday night, only to see Pennfield cut that down to as little as two points in the third quarter as Maple Valley struggled with its execution on the offensive end of the floor. “The girls went out and did what they were asked to do, and that’s how we got out lead back,” said Lion head coach Landon Wilkes. The Lions stared working their offense again in the fourth quarter, and attacking the basket. It only netted them two field goals, both by Ashley Gonser, in the fourth quarter, but Maple Valley was 10-of-12 from the free throw line in the final period -to hold off the Panthers. Jennifer Kent had six points in the fourth quarter, all on free throws. She fin­ ished with a team high 15 points. Leslee Rigelman chipped in 13 points, Lizzy Stewart eight, and Gonser seven. “Our press helped us out quite a bit, and we hustled real well,” Wilkes said. 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The two teams were tied at 21 at the half, before the Eagles took the lead in the third with an 18-point out­ burst. “We tried to do too many things on our own in the third quarter,” Wilkes said. “We tried to make things happen one-on-one instead of working our team con­ cept.”. Brita Kuiper poured in 19 points for the Eagles, and Kelcey Campbell -finished with 12. Stewart led Maple Valley with 18 points,, and Rigelman finished with 1, Bailey Flower seven, and Gonser six. The Lions have two league games left on the slate, and are now .6-6 in the league and 10-8 overall. They head to GalesburgAugusta Tuesday then host Kalamazoo Christian Friday. Last Saturday, Lakewood’s varsity girls’ basketball team brought something to Maple Valley that the Lions haven’t seen in a long time, physicality. The Vikings used their toughness to top the Lions 39-24 in a non-conference contest. Half of Maple Valley’s points came in the second half, as Lakewood limited the Lions to four points in each of the first three quar­ ters. “Those were the two keys in the game, to play our con­ ference’s style of physicality and two to play at our tempo,” said Lakewood head coach Tai Thompson. “Maple Valley, they just push the ball. They get two shooters in the comers and their trailer, usually Kent, into the high post.” The Lions couldrf’t push the basketball in part because rebounds were tough- to come by. Lakewood outre­ bounded Maple Valley 44­ 24 in the game. Lauren Shaffer and Chelsey Dow had ten rebounds each for the Vikings, and Ashley Morris had eight. Morris finished with seven points, Dow six, and Danielle Palmer six to lead the Lakewood offense. “I think talent wise, we can match up with them,” said Wilkes, “but their phys­ ical play is what hurt us tonight. You can tell the dif­ ference between the KVA and the CAAC.” The Lions were never closer than eight points in the second half, and Lakewood went on a 11-0 run at the end of the third quarter to push its lead to 19 points. Flower, Jorden Beachnau, Kayla Shaw, and Gonser had five points each to lead Maple Valley. . “Our practices have to get more intense,” Wilkes said. “You can not prepare to play physical a night before the ball game or a day or two days. It has to be all year: You have to be ready to play, and pound on each other everyday in practice for two hours, or an hour and a half whatever it is.” The Lions’ Shawndenae Rost runs into Lakewood’S Laurel Mattson as she drives the lane Saturday night. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Little League elections moved to February 13 The Maple Valley Little League Baseball and Softball program will host its election meeting at the Maple Valley High School conference room .on Wednesday, Feb: 13, at 6 p.m. Because of the weather, the meeting was post-ponned on Feb. 6. “As always we are look­ ing for anyone who wants to help and-get involved,” Said Bryan Carpenter. Anyone with questions may contact Carpenter at (517) 726-1391. There are plans to change the age divisions a bit for both baseball and softball for the upcoming season. The Tball program will be for four and five-year-olds. Pee Wee leagues will be for those 8and-under. There will also be divisions for 10-and-under and 12-and-under teams. This is assuming there is enough interest in each age group. The league is also looking for any suggestions to help with fund raising to help with the cost of replacing some of its older equipment. 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M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 136-No. 7, February 16, 2008 New Vermontville Syrup Festival queen and court selected by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer A sudden winter storm that swept through West Michigan Tuesday night, dumping and additional inch or two of snow in the Maple Valley, area did nothing to dampen spirits the . annual Maple Syrup Festival Queen contest, sponsored by the Vermontville Lions Club during which Jaklynn Platte of Vermontville was crowned. Dozens of people packed The 2007 Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Queen Emily Eldred helps her successor, Jaklynn Platte, don her sash and tiara. (Photo by Helen Mudry) the basement of the Vermontville First Congregational Church for the Lions Club’s Swiss steak dinner with all the trim­ mings, which preceded the contest. During the meal, the panel of three judges (Helen Mudry, from J-Ad Graphics News Service, Amy Jo Parrish, from The County Journal and Mel Burk from The Charlotte Shopping Guide) had an opportunity to chat with this year’s six can­ didates, who were seated at their table. Six candidates vied for designation as queen: Platte, the daughter of Mike and Jamie Platte; Danielle Tobias, the daughter of Kerri Tobias ofNashville, Teketha Pifer, the daughter of Wendy Pifer of Vermontville; Emily Boltz, the daughter of John and Pam Currier, Jennifer The 2008 Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Queen and her court members: Schrump, the daughter of Queen Jaklynn Platte (third from left), court members ( from left) Danielle Tobias, Michael and Tina Schrump Emily Boltz and Taketha Pifer. (Photo by Helen Mudry) of Nashville; and Holly Rathburn, the daughter of Steve and Peggy Rathburn of Vermontville Maple Syrup Platte, and her. three court Friday, April 25, through Vermontville. Festival Association and cur­ members, Tobias, Pifer, and Sunday, April 27. Their first After the dinner, the par­ rent events questions by the Boltz. official appearance will be ents and other spectators judges. After querying each The queen and her court during the Vermontville went upstairs to the sanctu­ candidate, the judges retreat­ each were presented with a Historical Society’s annual ary, where, one by one, each ed to the basement where tiara and sash and a $300 Sugaring Off Party at 6:30 candidate was ushered in and they reviewed the candi­ cash prize. The queen and p.m. Thursday, Feb. 28, at asked a series of questions dates’ essays and application her court will reign during the First Congregational about maple syrup produc­ forms, tallied up their scores the Vermontville Maple Church. tion, the history of the and selected the queen, Syrup Festival, slated for Eaton County Sheriff, deputy on national magazine cover Eaton County Sheriff Mike Raines and Deputy Bruce Yelvington, the liai­ son officer for Maple Valley Schools, appear on the winter 2007 cover of The Journal Of School Safety which is the official publication for National Association of School Resource Officers (NASRO). NASRO is a non-profit organization serving school-based law enforcemeht officers, administrators and security profes­ sionals who partner with faculty, students and staff to protect the schools they serve. The men and women of NASRO lead by example and promote a positive image of law enforcement to the nation’s youth. NASRO has more than 9,000 members around the world. Raines said he is proud by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Monday during the regular meeting of the Maple Valley Board of Education, Superintendent of Schools Kim Kramer recognized members of his staff and the community for their efforts in establishing a Spanish education program in the dis­ trict’s elementary schools, which recently garnered a Michigan Association of School Administrators Winners Circle Award. Kramer praised staffmem­ bers including high school Spanish teacher Sandra Cade, elementary teacher Mindy Otto and curriculum directors Julie Swartz and Mary Slag for brainstorming and “thinking outside the box,” to develop the pro­ gram, which currently intro­ duces Spanish education to children starting in the third grade. Assisting the staff are community members Anselmo (Chemo) Rodriguez who has provided information and instruction See SCHOOL, page 4 In This Issue... Eaton County Sheriff Mike Raines and Deputy Bruce Yelvington are shown See SHERIFF, page Maple Valley’s elementary program earns state award 2 speaking to a kindergarten class at St. Mary’s School in Charlotte. • Putnam Library looking for crafters • The Revue sets auditions for Suessical, Jr. • Vermontville UMC sponsoring series • Leadership blood drive Monday • Corwin and Cowell defend KVA wrestling titles • Maple Valley Winter Homecoming �Maple Valley News” Saturday, February 16,2008 — Page 2 HGB Heart Station pacemaker clinic now open Patients with pacemakers can now have their units checked at the HGB Heart Station in Charlotte. Through a partnership with Thoracic Cardiovascular Institute of Lansing, HGB is now offer­ ing a pacemaker clinic on a monthly basis. Appointments can be sched­ uled now for 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 28. Screenings are done at the Heart Station in the main hospital. Pacemakers must be checked regularly in order to ensure they are working properly, according to Heart explains Schafer. The clinic is run by Denise Grimes, a licensed electro­ physiologist who specializes in cardiology. Patients can schedule themselves for a check-up by calling the Heart Station at (517) 541-5840, or they can have their doctor make a Station Medical Director James Schafer, MD. Batteries may need to be replaced or settings adjusted. "This isn’t an invasive service at all. In fact, most of the work can be done right through the computer, which communicates with the chip in the pacemaker unit," GOOD TIME PIZZA referral. For more ■ information about HGB and its services, including a directory of its SHERIFF, continued from page 1 of the fact that his office has been able to maintain a pres­ ence in schools when other law enforcement agencies IT 501 North Main, Nashville tafflfflf fa Without them, we would probably still be stuck in the Dark Ages. 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PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Senrices 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages .. .10:30 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. 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. ......... 7 p.m. Wed. Service .... PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship .............. 8:30 a.m (Includes Children’s Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Scho 10 a.m. 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 Service ............. 930 a.m. Sunday School ........... 11:15 a.m. PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN 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 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 PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726:0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. Weekly Bible'Studies: United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, February 16, 2008 — Page 3 Lawmaker says bills will protect vulnerable adults State Rep. Glenn Steil has announced that an important package of bills, meant to curb the financial exploita­ tion of vulnerable adults, has been overwhelmingly approved by the House of Representatives. "I wish bills like this were not necessary at all, but unfortunately there are some unscrupulous people that will do anything to make a quick buck." said Steil, RCascade Township. “After reviewing several cases where seniors had been financially bankrupted by guardians and conservators meant to help them, it was obvious that legislation was needed to keep this from happening again.” In a recent Eaton County case, a court-appointed guardian swindled hundreds of seniors out of their entire savings. He was convicted, but the elderly clients were unable to recoup their losses. The guardian who was sup­ posed to protect them had used their funds. With the assistance of constituents, specialists and advocate organizations such as the AARP of Michigan, the Michigan State Bar, the Michigan Guardianship Association, the Michigan Probate Judges Association and the Michigan Office on Aging, Steil drafted the bipartisan package which will: • Allow the probate court systems to assign a conserva­ tor if a guardian finds suffi- cient assets in the client’s estate; • Require that a conserva­ tor bond or insure the money included in an estate; and • Eliminate mortgage fraud by requiring the courts’ permission for a guardian or a conservator to mortgage or place a lien on a home. “It's great that we were able to get so many organiza­ tions and individuals to come forward and make recom­ mendations that protect the citizens of our state.” Vermontville is the home of original maple syrup festival by Ron Maloney Vermontville has many distinctions to its name and residents should be proud of all of them, but one that con­ tinues to bring thousands of people to their community each year is the Maple Syrup Festival. The Maple Syrup Festival was first organized in June 1941 by a group of citizens who had the idea to honor the traditions of the first set­ tlers and promote the com­ munity of Vermontville. What better way to do this, they decided, than by pro­ moting the maple syrup products produced in the community. The Maple Syrup Corporation was formed, and people near and far have been enjoying the benefits of their efforts each year since. We have a special commu­ nity filled with great people who, through their efforts, have made the Maple Syrup Festival a favorite for thou­ sands of people each year. The original settlers came to Vermontville in 1836 with a vision of a community where people would be proud to live and where their traditions would continue to live on. (I, for one, think that House Bills 5186-5188 now move to the Senate Judiciary Committee, Host families needed in Barry and Eaton counties IntoEdventures is seeking host families in Barry and Eaton counties for the 2008­ 2009 school year. Host fami­ lies are volunteers who pro­ vide students room and board in a safe, loving environ­ ment. A $50-per-month tax deduction can be claimed for hosting a student. Families do not have to be a traditional family; singles and retirees may also apply. An area representative will work to match a student with individual families and lifestyles. Each student is required to have a minimum of $300 a month in spending money, buy own clothes, personal items, and student’s natural parents supply health insur­ ance and prepaid phone cards. Anyone interested in host­ ing a student for one semes­ ter or the full school year, should contact either Keara at (269) 795-7185 in Barry County or Sandy (517) 726­ 0966 in Eaton County. they would be happy to see how the community has con­ tinued to honor their tradi­ tions.) Thanks goes out to all of the people who work togeth­ er each year to ensure that residents continue to enjoy In celebration of National viewing throughout the the benefits of the Maple Craft Month, the Putnam month ofMarch. This is not a Syrup Festival. District Library in Nashville craft sale; however, crafters welcomes crafters of all ages are welcome to display busi­ to submit up to three cre­ ness cards with their work. ations for display during the For more information, call month of March. (517) 852-9723 or stop by Library staff will accept the library. Library hours are entries during regular library 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday hours the last week of and Wednesday, 3 to 8 p.m. she isn’t in the show. There February. Library craft club Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. are many parts in a variety of members will display the Friday, and 9 a.m. to noon sizes for even the least-expe­ submitted pieces, making Saturday. rienced actor or actress. them available for public Parents and children are encouraged to bring some­ thing to do while waiting during the auditions. Due to the number of chil­ dren expected to audition during the two days, no cour­ The Vermontville United World May Know” at 7 p.m. tesy calls will be made to the Methodist Church, 108 N. every Sunday night through children who do not get in Main St., Vermontville, is March 16. For more informa­ the show. The staff at The showing Ray VanderLaan’s tion, call (517) 726-0526. Revue apologizes for the videos entitled, “That the inconvenience, but asks that parents and children under­ stand that the short period of time auditions and the first rehearsal make it a nearly impossible task. Most chil­ The Place to Gofor Professional Styling dren getting parts in the show will be notified by e­ MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN mail. All cast members will HAIR STYLING & NAILS be contacted by the evening Open Tuesday — Friday of Wednesday, Feb. 27. Putnam District Library looking for crafters The Revue sets auditions for Suessical, Jr. The Revue has set audi­ tions for its upcoming chil­ dren’s theater production of ‘Suessical, Jr.” Auditions for second through fifth grade children will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 24. Fifth through eighth grade children will audition 7 to 9 p.m. Monday, Feb. 25, in the Vermontville Opera House, 211 S. Main St., Vermontville. Families with multiple children who span both age groups may have all their children audition on the HASTINGS 4 www.GQTI.com Goodrich 'UALITY HEATERS 269-945-SH0W Downtown Hastings on State St. Rocking Soots • All Digital Sound Free Drink Refills • 25c com refills BIG SCREE M.00 ALL SEATS except adult evening same day. Suessical Jr. was created by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty, who brought to life many favorite Dr. Suess characters including: Horton the Elephant, Gertrude McFuzz, Lazy Mayzie, and all the Whos of Whoville. The score emerges as a Suessian gumbo of musical styles, ranging from Latin to pop, swing to gospel, and rhythm and blues to funk. The Revue will cast approximately 45 fourth through eighth graders and 20 second and third graders. The second and third grade children will be split into two groups that will perform on different weekends. Performances are set for May 2 to 4 and 9 to 11 with 7 p.m. shows on Friday and Saturday and 3 p.m. shows on Sunday. On Friday, May 2 and 9, a special matinee will be performed for local schools. Parents will be responsible to get their children to and from the theater. Rehearsals will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays starting Feb. 28 Parents are asked to bring their children a few minutes early to the audition to fill out paperwork. Parents are requested to clearly print their e-mail addresses, since that is The Revue’s main method of dispersing infor­ mation to parents. Children will be called back in groups of five or six to learn a por­ tion of one of the songs and sing for the director, music director, and producer. Some children will be asked to stay until the end to read from the script. If a child is not asked to stay, that doesn’t mean he or Vermontville church sponsoring film series ‘Diana’s D^ace S.E. Corner ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. $6.50 (§) Stadium Seating O No passes SHOWTIMES 2/16 - 2/21 Thinking of running for public office? o© THE SPIDERWICK CHRONICLES (PG) 11:20,1:50, 4:20,6:40,9:00 FRI/SAT LS 11:15 O JUMPER (PG-13) 12:20,2:40,4:50,6:50, 9:15 FRI/SAT LS 11:20 THE EYE (PG-13) 2:00,4:30, 9:30 FRI/SAT LS 11:45 O© FOOL’S GOLD (PG-13) 11:30,2:10,4:40, 7:10,9:45 THE DUCKET LIST (PG-13) 11:40,7:00 Have you thought about running for a public office? If so, a new series qf public service workshops may answer a lot of questions. The workshops are designed to offer participants the opportunity to gain a working knowledge of the local political process as it relates to school board, coun- COURT-S/D£ EMBROIDERY <& SCREEN PRINTING FW 1 117 N. MAIN STREET NASHVILLE, MI 49073 517-852-9207 Logo Digitizing - Custom Screen Printing court- side@sbcglobal. net 06667401 Owners: Phares & Lori Court*ney ty, city and township posi­ tions. Each of the four-session series will be held from 6 to 9 p.m., beginning Tuesday, March 18, in the community room of Hastings City Bank, 150 West Court St. Hastings. Sponsors of the workshops are the Barry Community Foundation, Hometown Partnership Leadership Pillar, Hastings City Bank and Barry County-Michigan State University Extension. Dates and topics for the series are: • Tuesday, March 18 “Would You Consider Running for Public Office?” • Thursday, March 20 “Handling the Media and Campaign Information.” • Tuesday, March 25 “Public Policy Formation and Public Meeting Format.” • Thursday, March 27 “School, County, City and Township Issues.” The cost of each session is $10 or $30 for all four ses­ sions. Registration is requested by March 12. Registration forms may be picked up at Barry County MSU Extension, Barry Community Foundation, public libraries in Delton and Hastings and all Hastings City Bank locations. Participants also may reg­ ister for the sessions by con­ tacting Linda Fisher at the Barry County MSU Extension office, 269/945­ 1388. �Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, February 16,2008 — Page 4 Commission .5dBuCouiliU SCHOOL, continued from page 1 regarding the cultural aspects of teaching world language and his brother, Tony Rodriguez, who assists with musical support for the pro­ gram. “I think it is an outstand­ ing and innovative resource that our staff has created by looking ahead for ways to meet the needs of our stu­ dents,” said Kramer. “This program addresses the real dilemma the State of Michigan’s new requirement that every—and let me emphasize every—student starting with this year’s fourth graders will be required to have two years of foreign language in order to receive their diploma. Without a program like this, it would be very difficult for small districts like ours to provide the equivalent oftwo years of foreign language to all our students when we only have one high school foreign language teacher on staff.” Kramer also noted that the concept of introducing the study of foreign Language to children in elementary school is based on solid research. “This program is based on the latest research, which shows that kids learn lan­ guages easier the younger they are when it is intro­ duced,” he said, adding, “With this program, our stu- dents will have met their for­ eign language requirement by the time they are in the ninth grade. This program is cost- effective and a great resource for our students.” While Cade, Otto and Rodriguez are pleased with recognition the program has received, they are not resting on their laurels. Thursday morning, the trio was dis­ cussing how to obtain fund­ ing to expand the program. “Kim is a member of the Michigan Association of School Administrators and he nominated us for this award and picked it up for us at a conference in Detroit (Jan. 24),” said Cade, “We really appreciate all the sup- Leadership blood drive Monday Maple Valley High School leadership students are invit­ ing the public to donate blood during their annual Red Cross blood drive from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 18, in the high school gym. The event is being co-chaired by Rob Hamel and Kayla Napier. “The entire blood drive is student-organized and run. We’ve had good response from the students and hope that the community members will support us so that we can meet our goal,” said leader­ ship teacher Norma Jean Acker. Donors must be at least 17 years of age, weigh 110 pounds or more and be in reasonably good health. Medicare scam reported Callers say they are from Medicare The Michigan Medicare/ Medicaid Assistance Pro­ gram (MMAP, Inc.) is issu­ ing a warning to Michigan residents with Medicare health coverage. Medicare beneficiaries in the Detroit, Grand Rapids and the Manistee areas have received calls from someone stating they were from Medicare. The caller request­ ed private information stat­ ing they would be issuing new Medicare cards. The information requested was the beneficiaries’ Medicare identification num­ ber and their bank account numbers. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) is not reissuing Medicare cards, nor would they contact beneficiaries at home to ask them for their bank account information and their Medicare number. Any Medicare beneficiary receiving one of these calls should gather as much infor­ mation as possible about the caller... name, telephone, number where that person can be reached (call-back number), time of day of the call or anything else that government officials could use to track and prosecute the scam artists. Beneficiaries are urged to call the MMAP toll-free number at 1-800-803-7174, 1-800-Medicare (1-800-633­ 4227) or 1-800-HHS-TIPS (1-800-447-8477) to report any such telephone calls. MMAP Executive Director Jo Murphy said “each year, unscrupulous 0 i 517"-7^1506 February Specials Massage *35/hr. • *13/ 1/2hr. 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Topics covered include: Medicare, Medicaid, medigap and long­ term care insurance, man­ aged care and prescription drug coverage. MMAP saved Michigan beneficiaries over $7 million out-of-pock­ et costs last year. Approximately 450 individu­ als statewide serve as MMAP Counselors. MMAP is funded by a grant from the Michigan Office of Services to the Aging through funding received from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. on Aging port we have had from the administration, the board and the superintendent to find funding to start this pro­ gram.” Rodriguez, a member of Hispanic the Lansing Business Association, said he plans to talk to the associ­ ation’s president, John Castillo, about the program and possibly make presenta­ tions to the Lansing Area Chamber of Commerce, General Motors and other businesses and organiza­ tions. “I would like to see this program recognized and get more funding un ng because ecause ten then other districts will see that they can do the same thing in their schools, schools,”” said Rodriguez. The program started last year with third grade stu­ dents at Fuller Street Elementary, the first class which will be required to meet the state-mandated graduation requirements for the equivalent of two years of foreign language study. Twice a week, for 20 min­ utes, Otto, a former kinder­ garten and first grade teacher at Fuller Street Elementary, would present a lesson in Spanish language and cul­ ture, often assisted by Rodriguez and his brother. As often as possible, the les­ sons were tied in with the students’ regular math, sci­ ence and social studies les­ sons. “Mindy was teaching her Genealogy group to discuss sources The self-directed Genealogy Discussion Group, sponsored by the Institute for Learning in Retirement, will meet at noon Friday, Feb. 29 at Kellogg Community College g ’s Fehsenfeld Center in Hastings. The group, which meets monthly, is open to anyone over the age of 50, and its purpose is to share experi­ ences in researching family genealogies with the object of expandin g members’ knowledge and learning new ways to find out the facts. This month’s topic is “Sources.” People are encouraged to talk about the kinds of sources they have used and what the results were, including “were vital records your best aid and how did you come by them?” The group hopes to have a speaker or take a trip “to some repository” in the future.. Suggestions are always welcome. For more information call Sandi at 945-5443 or Roberta at 795­ 2042. students Spanish in the class­ Schedule J room long before we came of Events | along,” said Cade. “It was kismet or whatever, she was Barry County on maternity leave when we Commission on Aging came up with this idea, and Menu and Activities working part time with the Hearty Menu elementary kids just fit.” Monday, Feb. 18 “She has it in her soul,” COA Closed in observance said Rodriguez of Otto’s ability and obvious enthusi- of Presidents Day. No meal asm for teaching foreign lan- delivery. guage to young children. Tuesday, Feb. 19 This year, the program Goulash, mixed vegetables, was expanded to follow the diced peaches, wheat bread. third graders into fourth Wednesday, Feb. 20 Roast pork and gravy, See SCHOOL, page 1 Redskin potatoes, green beans, mandarin oranges, din­ ner roll. Thursday, Feb. 21 Chicken fricassee, parslied noodles, corn, broccoli, pineapple tidbits. Friday, Feb. 22 Maple Valley Baked pollock, rice, green Elementary Menu peas, cauliflower, diced Monday, Feb. 18 pears. Cheeseburger. Smile pota­ toes, sherbet, choc, graham Cold Menu bites. Monday, Feb. 18 Tuesday, Feb. 19 COA Closed in observance Taco pocket. Whole kernel of Presidents Day. No meal com, fruit cocktail, cookie. delivery. Wednesday, Feb. 20 Tuesday, Feb. 19 Grilled cheese. Green Chicken and pasta salad, beans, pears, animal crackers. com O’Brian, pineapple tidThursday, Feb. 21 MW Cottage Inn. Pizza. bits. Tossed salad, pineapple/ Wednesday, Feb. 20 mand. orgs., birthday cake. Pork w/Swiss cheese, mari­ Friday, Feb. 22 nated vegetables, diced pears, Chicken pot pie. Cheesie wheat bread. potatoes, peaches, p.butter Thursday, Feb. 21 cho. cookie. Italian pasta salad, tomato salad, plums. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High Friday, Feb. 22 Lunch Menu Cheese spread, broccoli Monday, Feb. 18 w/chili. raisin salad, spiced apples, Double dogs French fries, whole kernel whole wheat crackers. corn, mandarin oranges. Activities Calendar Salad Bar. Monday, Feb. 18: COA Tuesday, Feb. 19 Closed in observance of HS Lucky Lun. Day. Club Presidents Day. sandwich. Vegetable soup, Tuesday, Feb. 19: fresh, veg. medley, peaches. Hastings Bible Study 12:30 Mexican Bar. p.m.; Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Wednesday, Feb. 20 Chicken tenders. Mashed Beg. Line Dance Noon. GL potatoes, green bean casse­ Cards 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 20: role, pineapple. Deli Bar. Thursday, Feb. 21 Hastings - Nails/Music; Kellogg Cottage Inn. Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m.; Ravioli. Whole kernel com, Beg. Tai Chi 8:30 a.m. broccoli w/cheese, fruit cock­ Delton - Reminiscence. tail. Pasta Bar. Woodland - Kathy Davis Friday, Feb. 22 11:15 a.m. Property Tax Info. Chicken parmesan. Rice pilaf, carrots, banana. Mini Thursday, Feb. 21: Hastings Bar. Note: Entree’s available -BP Clinic; Line Dancing daily: Cheeseburger, variety 9:30 a.m.; Beg. Line Dance of chicken sandwiches, pizza, Noon; Care-giver’s Sup. 3:30 peanut butter and jelly sand- p.m.; Cancer Support I p.m. wich, fish sandwich, honey Nashville - Friendship Feast. and peanut butter sandwich, 6 Friday, Feb 22: Hastings ozs. yogurt w/string cheese. Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 Sides available daily: garden a.m.; Mixed Media Painting salad, juice, fresh fruit. Milk is included with all full meal 9: 30 a.m.; Model Railroad 12 purchases. Second available p.m. Woodland - Visiting. on vegetables at no additional Nashville - Mini Massage charge. Assorted bread choic­ 10: 30 a.m. es daily. SCHOOL MENUS Now Scheduling Appointments MAPLEWVALLEY Accounting and Tax, LLC Scott A. Daniels & Family Owner/Manager Jill Vanderhoef, Enrolled Agent 8870 Valley Hwy., Vermontville, MI 517-852-1500 We Specialize in: • Individual Taxes • Farm Taxes • Small Business Taxes • Bookkeeping �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, February 16,2008 — Page 5 Snow affecting schools’ calendars events by Patricia Johns StaffWriter Schools across Barry County have had to close, work around two-hour delays, and some parents on gravel roads have not been able to have their children ride to school via school bus. Some districts have already used up the 30 hours of “Act of God” closing allowed by the state board of education. It is difficult for teachers to plan and keep their classes on task. Thomapple Kellogg schools, Superintendent Gary Rider said, “we add days to the schedule just in case inclement weather clos­ es school. The important goal is to keep students safe.” Rider and other superin­ tendents in the area rely both on the judgment of their transportation supervisors and on weather forecasts to determine when to close school “Stay tuned; we’re not out of the woods yet,” was Maple Valley Superintendent of Schools Kim Kramer’s ’s response * >> 2 "“’S’iskn. •• | latapa^ Alma College students named to dean’s list city sWpta. i MbjJii . 1 (ta^bii ■44 ® iii^K 'tad 'taiiamfc ®5 ItHsCbh tahfJOffi ® (tediital *°* tataty (JJ Mj, FA J pa;liKDfflj& । felstafcH' fe IK jj lf(Hj, FA J j Hi® • I®*8 hWtm jffl Be« Ta OiMu ini- • Is® hfci-ftl’ I itUuW^ ifr Alma CqIIc^p. has named 357 students to the dean’s list for outstanding academic performance during the 2007 Fall Term. Students who achieve a 3.5 or better grade point average during a term, while carrying a minimum of 13 credits, at least eight of which are evaluate grades, are named to the dean’s list. The following local stu­ dents made the dean’s list: • Senior Alyssa Gooch of Vermontville, a 2004 gradu­ ate of Charlotte High School, the daughter of Joe and Teresa Gooch of Vermontville. when asked what his district was planning to do to make up the 29.5 educational hours it has already lost due to weather-related delays and cancellations during the cur­ rent school year. School districts have the option of either increasing the length of the school day or adding extra days on to the end of the school year. Kramer said he is not pre­ pared to say what his district will do but added that the deficit of classroom hours was, “already too great,” to merely add a few minutes onto each school day. “We had eight cancella­ tions and two delays and we’ve already used up the hours we had built into our calendar to make up for dis­ ruptions. So at this point we’re 29 and a half hours in the red,” he said. “We have a lot more winter ahead, and we’ve had a lot of experience with snow in the spring and the freeze-thaw cycle mak­ ing for very icy and treacher­ ous roads causing further delays and cancellations. So it makes no sense to have a serious discussion or make any decisions yet.” Since the state no longer mandates the number of days school must be in session, the Lakewood district changed from 180 to 166.5 student days of school. The state now mandates that schools must schedule a min­ imum of 1,098 hours of instruction. “We are given 30 hours that if school is canceled for any reason, we do not have to make the time up. After 30 hours, the time must be made up,” said Lakewood Superintendent Mike O’Mara. Lakewood Public Schools, as of Feb. 7, had exceeded the 30 hours. May 9, which was initially a staff profes­ sional development day, will be a regular school day, he said. All students will be required to attend school May 9. The cancellation Monday, Feb. 11, and any further cancellations of school result in adding days at the end of the school cal­ endar in June. Delton Kellogg School District has exceeded the 30 hours allowed by the state, but they do not have to make up any days yet. Superintendent Cindy Vujea said the district has about 13 hours left to use before they need to start adding time to the end of the school year. Hastings Area Schools Superintendent Rich Satterlee said, “Right now we’re still okay.” Hastings has two hours left to use before they exceed the amount of time allowed Citizens encouraged to vote in Barry Conservation District election Residents of Barry County aged 18 and over are asked to vote in the Barry Conservation District Board of Director’s election. Four candidates—Scott Hanshue, Joseph Lukasewicz, Christina Tilbury and Doug Westendorp—are in the run­ ning for one seat on the fivemember board. Residents may cast absentee ballots in the election at the district office, 1611 S. Hanover, Suite 105, Hastings, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday until Feb. 29. Absentee ballots can tie mailed to residents who call to request them at (269) 948­ 8056 ext. 3. Ballots may also be cast in person at the elec­ tion, which will be held on March 1 between 12 and 12:30 p.m. at the Pierce Institute during the Get Connected: Conservation Opportunities for Private Landowners conference. WANTED: PIANIST/ACCOMPANIST for the Lakewood Area Choral Society by the state. Satterlee said if that does happen, the school staff will figure out the best way to make up the time. Thomapple Kellogg schedules time within the school year, especially dur­ ing the winter trimester in anticipation ofweather-relat­ ed delays and closings. At the Feb. 11 school board meeting Superintendent Rider told the board that he will be meeting with mem­ bers of the Thomapple Kellogg Education Association and support staff group to discuss what to do if additional closings bring them “to the cusp” of having to add time to the schedule. Scheduling athletic contests isis “a nightmare” according to Hastings Athletic Director Mike Goggins. At Thomapple Kellogg, Hastings and Delton, sched­ uling athletic events when schools are closed is done on a “case-by-case” basis. TK’s Athletic Director Brian Balding explains the process as first consulting with the superintendent, transportation supervisor, road commission and others at around 10 a.m. If a deci­ sion cannot be made at that time, they repeat the process at noon. If the road conditions are thought to be safe, a non­ mandatory practice may be scheduled for varsity teams from 2 to 4 p.m. This allows student athletes to travel to and from school in daylight. For games, the athletic • directors consult with the road commissions, police agencies and the. opposing team’s school to make a decision on whether to hold an evening contest. If the opposing team cancels all activities when there is a snow day, then the game is canceled. Balding stressed that a decision to hold a game is based on safety not on whether it is easy to schedule a make-up date. On days when schools are open but weather conditions deteriorate, athletic depart­ ments may decide to cancel games, reduce times between matches, eliminate introduc­ tions or implement other time-saving measures. All the superintendents are hoping for an early spring with no fog delays or late snowfalls. Staffwriters Helen Mudry, Sandra Ponsetto and Megan Lavell contributed to this article. CALENDAR OF EVENTS Feb. 16 Feb. 19 Feb. 20 Feb. 21 Feb. 21 Feb. 25 Feb. 26 Feb. 26 Mar. 3 Mar. 5 Mar. 10 Rabbit and Cavy Breed Expo, 10 a.m., Bull Creek Veterinary Clinic. Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. New Leader Orientation, 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. Rendezvous Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. R.U.P. Training (9 a.m.-12) and Testing (12:30-3 p.m.), Clarksville Experimental Station. Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings ‘ 06667532 ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A SAFE, RELIABLE, AND CARING ENVIRONMENT FOR YOUR CHILD BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL? THE MAPLE VALLEY LATCHKEY PROGRAM OFFERS: Safe and convenient delivery to your child's school building: No need to walk to a bus stop or wait outside in inclement weather. 5 Available childcare when the school schedule changes: When there is a school delay... the morning session *»!* of the Latchkey Program is open at 6:00 a.m. Homework Assistance: The Latchkey Program works with the students' teachers to coordinate homework needs & iojo® The Lakewood Area Choral Society, now in its 23rd year, is seeking a pianist to immediately assume the accompanying responsibilities for this 100-voice adult choir. The choral soci­ ety season runs from January through October with rehearsals twice a month on Monday nights. Previous choral accompa-. nying experience is necessary. Salary is negotiable and com­ mensurate with experience and education.. Contact Dr. Robert C. Oster, artistic director and conductor, for more information: । 269-945-9081. Send resume to Dr. Oster at 523 Lakeside $ Drive, Hastings, MI, 49058 or by e-mail at jwoster@yahoo.com. Minimum of television and video time: We have videos available, but we don't have time for them. We are too busy having fun. Staff trained in CPR and First Aid For more information on the Maple Valley School Latchkey Program contact Terry Woodman at 852-9421 or visit us in the multi-purpose room at Fuller before or after school to see what our program has to offer MV children. — �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, February 16,2008 — Page 6 Wtotr Akmutr tike (Qaac ’s about the precious cargo it carries. As a local independent agent, we can design an insurance program that’s just right for you and your family. Give the people you love Safe. Sound. Secure.® protection from Auto-Owners Insurance Company. 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Junior high formal dance The junior high will be holding a formal dance from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 22. Tickets are $4 for the dance. Some parents have asked, "What exactly does "formal" mean?" Good. question. Students are encouraged to "look sharp," dresses and ties can be lot of fun at a cool event like this. Girls may prefer to wear dress pants and a nice top. The bottom line is no jeans. Hillary Leatherman, one of the folks organizing this event, said she still needs help with chaperones. If you would like to volunteer please give her a call (517) 852-9275. This is a really neat opportu­ nity for your kids. Encourage them to go and have a good time. 538 Parenting classes offered grade at Maplewood Elementary and will continue to expand until all Maple Valley students in grades three through eight will have at least 20 minutes of Spanish instruction twice a week. “They will have to be able to hold a basic conversation in a foreign language: Order a meal in a restaurant, get directions, or greet a friend and ask about their family and the weather by the time they finish eighth grade,” said Cade. “The teachers have been thrilled to see how easy it is fot the students to learn a new language because it is not strange to them. If you wait until they are 14 years old it is a lot It is not too late to sign up for the "Love and Logic" parent classes offered in Charlotte at the Eaton Intermediate School building. This technique is proven to work and improves many aspects ofthe family. Parents who have attended say they feel that it is very valuable. Many say that the informa­ tion and training has made a large impact on the quality of life in their families. How Snow days great is that? The class will be from Wow, we sure have had a 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, lot of time off for bad weath­ Feb. 19, through April 1. Dannielle L. Prough er. We are currently over the Give it a try—we all have state-allowed hours for things we can improve on school closures. Discussions and learn from as parents. Navy Airman Apprentice on how to make up time are Call Jodi Anthony at the Dannielle L. Prough, daughter of Cindy L. Shilton of taking place, and we will let EISD (517) 543-5500. you know when/how the Nashville and Randy S. Prough of Athens, recently days will be made up. Stay Challenge completed U.S. Navy basic tuned. . . we'll let you know when we have a final word So, here is your challenge training at Recruit Training from administration. Exam for the week (and it is very Command, Great Lakes, Ill. During the eight-week prodates may be pushed back a easy to do) Say one positive week to allow for additional thing to each of your family gram, Prough completed a time to complete this members every day for a variety of training which trimester's work. Keep watch week. At the end of the week included classroom study and ,of the billboard in front of reward yourself and your practical instruction on naval the school. The information family with ice cream or a customs, first aid, firefightwill be posted. We will let special treat. We all are busy, ing, water safety and suryou know of any other date but give it a try and see what vival, and shipboard and airchanges in the next neat changes come from this. craft safety. An emphasis was also placed on physical Counselor's Comer. In the Have a great week. fitness. meantime, please encourage The capstone event ofboot camp is "Battle Stations". This exercise gives recruits 113 N. 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SERVING OUR COUNTRY SCHOOL harder for them.” Cade, Otto and Rodriguez said the third and fourth grade teachers have been very receptive to the pro­ gram and some have tried to incorporate Spanish into their regular classroom activ­ ities as well. “I have had some of the teachers say they play the music I leave with them in the classroom,” said Rodriguez. “One teacher said she asks her students to ask to use the bathroom in Spanish as well as English if they can,” said Otto. “The teachers have been very eager to share the good news of how much their stu­ dents are learning, and how comfortable and enthusiastic they are,” added Rodriguez. For this year’s fourth grade class, Otto has devel­ oped a “passport” lesson plan where students learn about a variety of Spanish­ speaking countries by ‘trav­ eling’ around the world to places such as Cuba, Mexico and Columbia, learning about the different cultures and customs while tying in with cross-curriculum lessons of geography, math and science. The fourth graders are currently studying the life cycle of ofplants, plants, so so Otto Otto isis teaching teaching them the shapes, and colors of leaves and the names of the parts ofplants and how to state the scientific method in Spanish. “They are learning how language works and it’s not a big hurdle at this age,” said Otto, “They are learning phonetics and how to sound out words.” Cade and Otto both said that studies have shown that when students are taught bi­ lingually, it reinforces the lessons. Also, students who study a foreign language do better on standardized tests because it teaches them how to be analytical. The program also increas­ es the students’ awareness of Spanish cultures from around the world. “The kids are really expanding their knowledge beyond tacos and sombreros,” said Otto. “By the time they are fin­ ished, they will know that there are 22 Spanish-speak­ ing countries around the world in Asia, . Africa, Europe and South America,” said Cade. However, Cade would liketo see Maple Valley students start their foreign-language education in kindergarten. “Right now, we are teach­ ing them colors, shapes, sounds and kindergarten stuff in third and fourth grade. But I hope that we can start teaching them Spanish in kindergarten so they will be able to use Spanish lan­ guage resources when they study Latin America in sev­ enth grade.” Rodriguez noted that studying Spanish culture also MAPLE VALLEY opens up a study of other world cultures. “No culture is perfectly isolated, they are all influ­ enced by other cultures,” he said. “We talk about Mexican polkas but it origi­ nated in Latvia and came to Mexico with immigrants. So, when you study one culture, it opens up on to another and enriches everyone.” Right now Cade, Otto and Rodriguez hope they can parlay their recent recogni­ tion into additional fundingg to expand the program. “Maple Valley was only one of 13 schools across the state to get an award, and it is impressive that a very small community has been able to meet the challenge,” said Rodriguez. “We really appreciate the support the district has given this program but need the money if it is going to expand,” said Cade. “I live in Lansing and I know they have a Chinese immersion program but that is only for select students enrolled in that program. In Maple Valley, foreign language is available to all our students, and they are thriving. We were able to get it started on a shoestring, but we are going to need more funding in order for it to grow. If there is money out there to fund these immersion pro­ grams, there should be See SCHOOL, next page Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service N-MA|NSTfDlUadqlI CEOcIiCaUinC 227NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 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 - ABR Home 517-852-5066 Rick Winegar, Realtor - GRI e-PRO Cell 269-838-2884 Jeff Weiler, Realtor 517-852-1915 Country Kettle Cafe THORNAPPLE LAKE - $88,90011 $72,50011 IN NASHVILLE ATTENTION YOUNG COUPLES! Shows like new, 1998 mfg. home, Hard to find a nicer 'first home* for central air, double lot. Call Rick or the price. 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Our budget can’t continue to absorb these kinds of shocks” said Nashville Village Council President Frank Dunham, who noted that with cuts in state rev­ enue sharing, the village’s budget is already very tight Council Trustee Mar Coll who also sits on the EMS board, said the service was asking for the additional $7,600 from each of its three supporting municipalities to cover shortfall due to increased payroll and fuel costs and decreased revenues due to unpaid patient bills. “Are we to understand that the shortfall is due in part to people without insurance not being able to pay their ambu­ lance bills?” asked Trustee Mike Kenyon. “That’s part of it,” said Coll. “There’s also a lot of paperwork delays and things like that that slow pay­ ments.” “This is a problem that is not going to go away,” said Kenyon. “This needs to be brought under control,” said Dunham. “There is no way we can continue to take hits like this. The village has very little room with its own revenues and expenses.” “But what can we do?” asked Coll. “We have to make adjust­ ments,” said Dunham. “Everyone in this town has family or friends that need this service. My own mom used it three times last year. As long as the service isn’t doing stupid stuff, we can’t say we’re not going to help them,” said Kenyon. “The service is going to have to go through their budget and make cuts some­ where,” said Dunham. Village Clerk Cathy Lentz said that as a resident she doesn’t like to see the ambu­ lance left empty and running behind local eating establish­ ments while personnel are inside getting their meals. Lentz and others on the council and in the audience suggested the EMS could save money by not using the ambulance for food runs. Trustee James Dunham said that its obvious the EMS needs to look at making cuts but added, “We don’t want to deny them the money because they need it and they are the life support for our community.” In other business, the vil­ lage council: • Set 7 p.m. Thursday, March 27, as the date for a public hearing on a proposal from Chris Friberger, a Department of Natural Resource employee, who has volunteered his own time and expertise to help the vil­ lage devise a plan to remove the dam on the Thomapple River. .• Heard an update from Melissa Strotheide on Family Entertainment’s pro­ posal to bring a “Country in the Valley” event to Nashville in August. • Approved the resigna- tion of Debbie Allen from the village planning and zon­ ing committee and the appointment of Jason Strotheide to fill one of three vacant seats on the same committee. • Tabled discussion and adoption of the proposed 2008-2009 village budget until the Feb. 28 meeting of the council to allow the finance committee a chance for further review. SCHOOL, continued from previous page money to fund programs like ours that provide foreign lan­ guage education for all stu­ dents.” In other business, the board: • Heard from high school seniors Lauren Pierce and Duane Eldred regarding the board’s decision to change the way class standing was computed with this year’s graduating class rather than waiting to establish the change with this year’s freshman class. They ques­ tioned why ACT test scores factored so high in the rank­ ing system and not honors classes taken at the school. Board Trustee Kevin Rost said he would bring the mat­ ter up at the next school improvement committee meeting. • Approved the high school baseball team’s annu­ al spring training trip to Easley, SC, during spring break, April 4 to 12. Vermontville Township Library receives grant The Vermontville Township Library was recently awarded, for the second time, a grant from the Wilson H. Craig Jr. Private Foundation. The Foundation was creat­ ed by Wilson H. Craig, Jr., who passed away in 1998. Craig’s vision was to provide financial support to educa­ tional programs in the fields of astronomy, mathematics, science; engineering, tech­ nology, inventiveness, criticali thinking* and creativity. The foundation foundation' solicits requests by invitation only, and chooses different schools arid libraries ran­ domly each year based on geographic location. The grant, totaling $2,907, was used to purchase items for the library collection that adhered to the guidelines set by Craig. The items pur­ chased for the library include the following book collec­ tions: How Stuff Works Set: Marshall Brain’s How Stuff Works, Marshall Brain’s More How Stuff Works, That’? Disgusting Set: Disgusting Animals, Disgusting Bugs, Disgusting Foods, Disgusting Jobs, Disgusting Places, Disgusting Plants, The Earth and Space Set: Beyond the Solar System: From Red Giants to Black Holes, Earth and It’s Moon; Jupiter, Neptune, and Other Outer Plariets, Mercury, Mars; and Other Inner Planets, Space Objects: Comefs, Asteroids; and Meteors, The Sun, The Solar System Set: Earth, Jupiter, Mars, Mercury, The Moon, Neptune, Pluto, Saturn, The Sun, Uranus, Venus, The World of Insects Set: Ants, Bees, Beetles, Butterflies, Dragonflies, Flies, Grasshoppers, Moths, Forensic Science Projects Set Blood and DNA Evidence, Fingerprints, Forgery, Hair, Clothing and Tire Track Evidence, Cool Stuff Set : Cool Stuff 2.0, 06667534 Starlite Kitchens & Baths Visit website for Online Coupon! www.StarliteKitchens.com/promotion Cabinetry for nearly all budgets! Free house call & estimate! Remodel/NewConstruction Jennifer Neel) (616) 889-1340 1039 Fourth Ave, Lake Od essa, MI -- Inside Thompson Interiors Cool Stuff and How it Works, Best Science Fair Projects Set: Cell and Microbe Science Fair Projects, Chemistry Science Fair Projects Using Acids, Bases, Metals, Salts, and Inorganic Stuff, Chemistry Science Fair Projects using French Fries, Gumdrops, Soap and Other Organic Stuff, Earth Science Fair Projects, Ecosystem Science Fair Projects, Electricity and Magnetism Science Fair Projects, Environmental Science Fair Projects, Forces and Motion Science Fair Projects, Genetics and Evolution Science Fair Projects, Light, sound and Waves Science Fair Projects, Planet Earth Science Fair Projects, Plant and Animal Science Fair Projects, Plastics and Polymers Austin Ledford watches as his brother, Nick, puts the finishing touches on his roller Science Fair Projects, Science Fair Projects About coaster made with the K’nex Amusement Park set received by the library as part of the Properties of Matter, the latest Wilson H. Craig Foundation Grant. Water Science Fair Projects, Weather Science Fair Dinosaurs Set: Armored Pachycephalosaurus, Accessories Kit, GreenProjects, Dinosaurs, Duck-Billed Parasaurolo. phus, thumb Greenhouse, K’nex Gareth Stevens Vital Dinosaurs, The Fastest Sarchsuchus, Imperator, Amusement Park Experience Science Earth Science Set: Dinosaurs, Feathered Spinosaurus, Troodon, Set, Real Bridge Building, Air and Weather, Biomes dinosaurs, Flying Giants of I Spy Set: I Spy: A Book Giant Floor Puzzles: Rain and Ecosystems. Earth’s Dinosaur Time, Giant Meat­ of Picture Riddles, I Spy Forest Frogs, Marble Run, Core and .Crust, Earth’s Eating Dinosaurs, Giant Extreme Challenger!, I Spy Constellation Globe, and Resources, Properties of Plant-Eating Dinosaurs. Fun House, I Spy Gold The Explorer Graphic Relief Water, Horned Dinosaurs, Sea Challenger, I Spy Mystery, I Globe. Rocks and Fossils, Math Giants of Dinosaur Times, Spy School Days, I Spy Riddles Set: The Best of The Smallest Dinosaurs, The Spooky, Night, I Spy COBB WEll DRILLING Times, The Grapes of Math, Smartest Dinosaurs, Challenger!, I Spy Treasure Math Appeal, Math Fables, Discovering Dinosaurs Set Hunt, I Spy Ultimate (REPAIR Math Fables Too, Math for One: Allosaurus, Challenger!, I Spy Year • 7 Day Service • Pumps Installed & Repaired All Seasons, Math Potatoes, Ankylosaurus, Apatosaurus, Round Challenger! • Service On Submersible Pumps Math-terpieces, Meet the Brachiosaurus, Diplodocus, The grant also allowed • 2" - 5” Well Drilling and Repair Ichthyosaurus, Iguanodon, for the purchase of creativity 30 Years Experience Pteranodon, Stegosaurus, items to be used inside the Estimates Available Triceratops, Tyrannosaurus library. These items include: 517-726-0377 356 N. Pease Rd., f « Rex, Velociraptor, Wooden Geo-boards, Lady Vermontville Discovering Dinosaurs Set bug Land Insect Habitat, Richard Cobb Two Maiasaura, Root-Vue Farm and David Cobb Ml Lie. *1748 Hansbarge Heating & Air Conditioning i irFNcsm INSURED Vermontville, Ml COLE HANSBARGER Owner RUUD Featuring Ruud Bas Furnaces and Air Conditioners. Full Line of Indoor Air Quality Products • FREE Estimates �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, February 16,2008 — Page 9 Lion eagers close regular season against K-Christian Maple Valley’s varsity boys’ basketball team has lost seven in a row, and things aren’t going to get any easier any time soon. The Lions take on the number one team in the state in Class C to close out the regular season this coming Thursday night, Kalamazoo Christian. Galesburg-Augusta scored a come from behind victory against the Lions Thursday night in Kalamazoo Valley Association action, 61-55. The Lions jumped ahead in the ball game 12-5 in the opening quarter. The Rams then rallied to pull within four points at the half by scoring 21 points in the sec­ ond quarter. In the second half the Rams made their mark at the free throw line, knocking down 15-of-22 attempts, and outscored Maple Valley 35­ 25 over the course of the final 16 minutes. Adam Gilbert led Galesburg-Augusta’s come­ back, scoring 11 of his team high 25 points in the second quarter. Zach Faust and Shaun Groetsema added 12 points each for the Rams. Maple Valley received 11 points and seven rebounds from Dustin Houghton, nine points and seven boards from Ryan Schroder, and ten points and five rebounds from Kyle Fisher. The Lions are now 5-14 overall this season, and 3-10 in the KVA. While the Lions were stuck in a losing streak this week, Hastings came to Maple Valley Tuesday hav­ ing won two in a row. The Saxons pushed that to three with a 56-40 win over the Lions. The Saxons built a 23-16 lead in the first half, then exploded for 24 points in the third quarter to turn a good lead into a big lead. “They played a zone and we moved the basketball inside out quite a bit,” said Saxon head coach Don Schils. “We moved the bas­ ketball and got good looks and guys just hit shots.” Ryan Vogel led the Saxons on the night with 21 points. Ryan Cain chipped in 13 points. Those two com­ bined for 21 ofthe Saxons 24 third quarter points. Stephen Tolger chipped in seven points for the night, and Curtus Cowles had a solid all-around game with four points, five rebounds, three steals, and three assists. The Saxons put together all that offense, while still staying focused on the defen­ sive end of the floor. “We wanted to make things difficult for Quick and Houghton, their two leading scores, and for the most part we did a real good job on them,” said Schils “Jordan Rambin, we always want him guarding their best player. He’s got a lot of length and does a great job as an on the ball defend­ er.” He also has help behind him too. Adam Skedgell had five blocks on the night, including a couple early in the first quarter to set the tone for what would happen when the Lions were able to penetrate past the first line of Saxon defense. Quick finished with 12 points, but hit just three field goals all night. Houghton had just three points, on a three which accounted for the Lions’ first points of the night in the opening quarter. Jeff Burd added nine points for Maple Valley. Lion ladies just short in last two Kalamazoo Valley contests by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Lions had the Comets right where they wanted them Friday night, but couldn’t hold on. Kalamazoo Christian spoiled the Maple Valley varsity girls’ basketball teams’ final home game of the season, scoring 20 points in the fourth quarter to take a 45-34 Youth and adult soccer sign-up nights coming up The Maple Valley Youth Soccer program is making plans for its spring soccer season. In order to receive a secured spot on a team, play­ ers must register at the Maple Valley High School Cafeteria on Feb. 20 or Feb. 26. Registration will be held from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. each night, and is open to anyone between the ages for four and 15. Practices will begin the week ofApril 14, and will be held in the evenings. Games will be played on Saturday mornings from April 19 to May 31. Any questions can be directed to Brenda Green at (517) 852-1626. Those same nights (Feb. 20 and Feb. 26) at the same time, sign-ups for an Adult Soccer League will take place at well. Anyone who wishes to play soccer, brush up on their knowledge of the game, or just have fun is invited to come join a team. The league is open to any­ one between the ages of 16 and 60. Games will be played starting at 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 19 and end­ ing on May 31. Players must sign up to join in the event. Any questions can be direct­ ed to Scott Eldridge at (517) 726-0748. BASEBALL TBYOUTS Maple Valley Amateur Baseball is holding tryouts for the 14 & under league and the high school: Saturday, Feb. 23 from 9 am-Noon Please arrive by 9:30 a.m. for the parent meeting. Any questions, contact Jim at 517-726-1484 06667754 or Martin 517-726-0741 Jhank FROM THE FAMILY OF Cecil Valdick Thank y°u f°r Y°ur cards and prayers. They were greatly appreciated. Special thank you to Pastor & Mrs. Lester DeGroot, Pastor & Mrs. Deano Lamphere, Pastor & Mrs. Matt Rhode, Daniels Funeral Home & Hospice of Charlotte. Janet Valdick Cheryl & Terry Pierce & Family, Denise & John Kent & Family Mark & Angie Valdick & Family Brenda & Eric Valiquette & Family 06667692 victory. The Lions led by five points heading into the fourth quarter 30-25. The Comets hung with the Lions, and midway through the period Kalamazoo Christian’s Aly Habecker knocked down a three-pointer that put her team up two and shifted the momentum in her team’s favor. It was her only bucket of the night. The Comet lead grew to four and then six as the Lions’ confidence slipped. “That’s on me a little bit, and us as a coaching staff,” said Lion head coach Landon Wilkes. “We’ve got to make sure they keep that confidence up. “The improvement these girls have made this year are unbelievable. They’ve lasted through everything we’ve gone through and just keep battling back.” The Lions last chance to battle back comes this coming week, as they open the postseason as part of the Class B district tournament hosted by Gull Lake. Maple Valley will meet either Gull Lake or Charlotte in the district semifinals Wednesday night at 7 p.m. Maple Valley finishes the regular season with a record of 10-9, and a 5-9 mark in the Kalamazoo Valley Association. With the lead up to six on Friday night, the Lions were forced foul, to and Kalamazoo Christian turned a tight game into an 11 point win. The Comets had a big night at the free throw line, not just a big fourth quarter, going 14-of-22 from the line. Amanda Engbers was 6-of-6 from the stripe, and finished with ten points. Tracy DeKoekkoek led the Comets with 16 points. Maple Valley led the game 15-9 after one quarter, and still held a 20-17 advantage at the half. Turnovers plagued the Lions during the second and fourth quarter scoring droughts. Jen Kent led the Lions on the the night night with with 16 16 points. points. Shawndenae Rost added five points and Ashley Gonser four for Maple Valley. On Tuesday night, the Lions suffered another tough defeat as Galesburg-Augusta scored a 48-46 victory on its home court. The teams were back and fourth in the fourth quarter Putnam Library to again host free tax assistance Two more days of free tax assistance will be offered at Putnam District Library in Nashville. Due to the suc­ cess of this service in January, a volunteer will again be available to assist Maple Valley area residents with their tax preparation. This volunteer has back­ ground in accounting and worked as an H&R Block tax preparer. She will once again volunteer her knowledge to help others save money by doing their own taxes. The dates for this special opportunity are Tuesday, Feb. 19, and Wednesday, Feb. 20. Advance registra­ tion for a one-hour time block from 3 to 7 p.m. Tuesday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday is request­ ed. Stop by or call the library (517) 852-9723 to sign up. Twelve spots are available. Putnam District Library is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday and Wednesday, 3 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, and 9 a.m. to noon Saturday. ^w The Lions’ Jen Kent (right) averaged 15 points per game in her team’s final two KVA contests last week. (File photo) until the final seconds when the Rams knocked down one of two free throw attempts to go up two. The Lions had a couple attempts to go after a game-tying score, but were unable to get a shot off. bit short again,” Wilkes said. Kent led the Lions with 14 points on the night, and Lizzy Stewart and Kayla Shaw chipped in eight each. Amber Bom led the Rams with ten points, and Sarah “We had great defensive Hamilton and Ali Dawson intensity. The kids worked had nine each. hard. We just came up a little BOBBIN'S * Jump Start Service 'Tire Service *Lotk °Ut Swvice 'We ,unk Ca" Call: Jeffor Chris JEFF DOBBIN'S (269) 945-0191 Owner, JeffDobbin, ASE Master Technician 1847 E. M 79 Hwv Hastings, Ml 49058 AUTO SERVICE, INC. xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx^^y; Maple Valley Youth Soccer Spring i Season Sign Ups i Date: Wednesday, February 20, 2008 I Tuesday, February 26,2008 Time: 6:00PM to 8:00PM Place: Maple Valley High School Cafeteria Cost: $20.00 Ages: 4-15 8 1 > ^> Registration Deadline: Tuesday, February 26 Questions call: Brenda Green at 517-852-1626 2222222222kX2222222222222!2X2222222222 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, February 16,2008 — Page 10 Maple Valley Vermontville Township accepting petitions for August election CLASSIFIEDS CALL... The Maple Valley News (269) 945-9554 Business Services Help Wanted Farm CABINETRY STARLITE KITCHENS serves all of your cabinetry needs. Jennifer Neeb works within your budget and offers free house calls and estimates. Show­ room located inside Thomp­ son Interiors in Lake Odessa. Call (616)889-1340 or visit StarliteKitchens.com/promotion for an online cou­ pon! 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Progressive Dems to show film The Progressive Democrats ofWest Michigan will host a West Michigan premiere showing of “Uncounted,” a new docu­ mentary film about the vot­ ing system, Thursday, Feb. 21, at the Thomapple Emergency Services Building, 128 High St., Middleville. “Uncounted” examines how easy it is to change elec- tion outeomes and under­ mine election integrity across the United States. The film ends with a call to action, offering ideas, identifying coalition partners and pro­ viding the tools to get the job done. Dbors open at'6:30 p.m. with the film starting at 7 p.m. Contact Patricia Wilson at wilough@yahoo.com or (269)795-4412. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: Tor everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics (269) 945-9554 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. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY UROROMDQ n jdllOZ — NOTICE — OPEN POSITION The Village of Nashville has three open positions on the Nashville Events Committee. Anyone interested in applying can bring or send your letter of application to the Nashville Village Office which is located at 203 N. Main St., P.O. Box 587, Nashville, MI 49073. Cathy Lentz Village Clerk UOOO l ooz WOOD FOR SALE The Village of Nashville will be taking sealed bids on the wood acquired from the recent tree removals done on village property. All bids must be received by February 29, 2008. They will be opened and the highest bid accepted at the council meeting scheduled for March 13, 2008. For more information please con­ tact Darrell Clements at 517-852-9571. 06667079 Anyone interested in run­ ning for a seat on the Vermontville Township Board during the Tuesday, Aug. 5, election may pick up a nominating petition at the Vermontville Village Office or by contacting Village Clerk Sharon Stewart (517) E.A.R.T.H. = EDUCATED ANIMAL Rescue and Teen Haven is in urgent need of HAY DONATIONS. We will come pick it up, clean out your bam of old hay (Any type ofhay that isn't moldy). E.A.R.T.H. 501(c)3 is a non-profit organization. All donations are tax deduc­ tible. PLEASE CALL (269)962-2015 726-1159. The following township positions will be up for election in August: Supervisor, clerk, treasurer and two trustees. Petitions must be filed with the town­ ship clerk by 4 p.m. Tuesday, May 13. Delton schools holding chess tournament Saturday March 1 Delton Kellogg will hold its first chess tournament Saturday, March 1, at Delton Kellogg High School. EARTH has many animals The event is open to available for adoption. In­ students from kindergarten cluding cu ng horses, orses, dogs, ogs, cats, rabbits and goats. Right now through eighth grade from we are having a Adopt-A- any school district. Students Cat special for $40! All cats will play five five matches are UTD, spayed and tested. against other students at Also many small lap dogs for adoption. Many nice rid- their grade level. There will ing horse and pasture pets. be prizes and concessions, as Adopt 1 horse and get the well as a chess supply store. second for no adoption fee!! Early registration is $10, www.earfhservices.org 269­ and the deadline is 962-2015. Wednesday, Feb. 27. Students can register early by calling (269) 623-9277 and leaving their name, grade level, phone number, address and school district. The $10 can be paid the day of the tournament. Registration the day of the event is $15. NEWS EWING WELL DRILLING INC. 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VERMONTVILLE s s Now accepting MasterCard & Visa Wanted: Standing Timber Call Hughes Logging LLC Since 1980 Leonard Hughes Jr. (517) 852-9040 Log With Horses or Skidder 06664087 Registration begins at 8:30 a m. March 1, and the tournaments run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, call Dirk VanDiver at (269) 623­ 9275. 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. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a cer­ tain mortgage made by: Daniel J. Lindemulder and Christine M. Lindemulder, Husband and Wife to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., solely as nominee for Maxim Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated December 19, 2005 and record­ ed January 9,2006 in Instrument # 1158690 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mort­ gage was assigned to: HSBC Bank USA, N.A., as Trustee on behalf of ACE Securities Corp. Home Equity Loan Trust and for the registered holders of ACE Securities Corp. Home Equity Loan Trust, Series 2006-ASAP3, Asset Backed Pass-Through Certificates, by assignment dated July 13, 2007 and recorded August 8, 2007 in Instrument # 20070808-0000640 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eighty-One Thousand Four Hundred Sixty Dollars and Thirty-Six Cents ($181,460.36) including interest 7.75% 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 vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on February 28, 2008. Said premises are situ­ ated in City of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 6 of Thornapple Riverside Plat, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as record­ ed in Liber 5 of Plats on Page 55. Commonly known as 7135 Bouman Drive, Middleville Ml 49333 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later. Dated: JANUARY 23, 2008 HSBC Bank USA, N.A., as Trustee on behalf of ACE Securities Corp. Home Equity Loan Trust and for the registered holders of ACE Securities Corp. Home Equity Loan Trust, Series 2006-ASAP3, Asset Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester’ Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 08-86210 ASAP# 977870 01/26/2008, 02/02/2008, 02/09/2008,02/16/2008 6666682? 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: Jonathan Wright, A Single Man to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc, solely as nominee for Crevecor Mortgage Inc, Mortgagee, dated January 10, 2006 and recorded January 25, 2006 in Instrument # 1159329 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was assigned to: HSBC Mortgage Services Inc, by assignment dated August 8,2007 and recorded August 17, 2007in Instrument # 20070817-0001009 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eighty-Eight Thousand Eight Hundred Sixty-Nine Dollars and Forty-Two Cents ($188,869.42) including interest 7.9% 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 vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on February 28, 2008. Said premises are in situated Township of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Parcel 4: That part of the Northeast one-quarter of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, described as: Commencing at the North onequarter corner of said Section; thence South 00 degrees 25 min­ utes 54 seconds West 555.49 feet along the West line of said Northeast one-quarter to the place of beginning; thence South 89 degrees 39 minutes 44 sec­ onds East 255.45 feet; thence South 00 degrees 20 minutes 16 seconds West 60.00 feet; thence South 06 degrees 07 minutes 35 seconds West 60.00 feet; thence South 00 degrees 04 minutes 17 seconds West 243.31 feet; thence North 8939 feet 44 minutes West 251.12 feet;.thence North 00 degrees 25 minutes 54 seconds East 363.00 feet along the West line of said Northeast one-quarter to the place of begin­ ning. Subject to and together with an easement for ingress, egress and utility purposes over a 66 foot wide strip of land, thence centerline of which is described: That part of the Northeast onequarter of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, described as: Commencing at the North one-quarter corner of said Section; thence South 89 degrees 39 minutes 44 seconds East 652.35 feet along the North line of said Northeast one-quarter to the place of beginning of said centerline; thence South 00 degrees 04 minutes 17 seconds West 588.50 feet; thence North 89 degrees 39 minutes 44 sec­ onds West 400.55 feet; thence South 00 degrees 20 minutes 16 seconds West 27.0 feet to the place of ending of said centerline. Also over a 60 foot radius curve, the radius point of which is the above described place of ending of said centerline. Commonly known as 3122 Cedar Brook Drive, Hastings MI 49058 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption peri­ od shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later. Dated: JANUARY 23, 2008 HSBC Mortgage Services Inc, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 08-86215(HSBC) ASAP# 977372 01/26/2008, 02/02/2008, 02/09/2008, 02/16/2008 oeeeessa �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, February 16,2008 — Page 11 WRESTLE, continued from page 12 SW Miss ssS -S <NS N^S » S<» 15 ^v^5L 5SSSS LSn nS ill iS to.tJo JJStSStSSo.ot.o J'Jtttej. 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Cowell defended conference crowns did finish turning Newton, and scored a pin in 1:57. they won a year ago for Delton as well, and Mark (Photo by Brett Bremer) Loveland (103), Johnie Tory Roberts (152), Tony ished fourth. Wood (130), and Martin Corwin (160), Chad Rhodes Delton Kellogg senior Workman (160) won their (171), and Jon Currier (285). heavyweight Octavio first individual league titles. James Samann (145) and Romero won his third The other individual Cody Crittenden (130) fin- straight league champi- champions on the day were Pennfield’s Brandon Case (135) and Holden Warren Maple Valley Athletic Boosters (152), Galesburg-Augusta’s Andy Belluomini (171), and Parchment’s Jacob Koole (140). Saturday, April 19, 2008 The Lions’ team season Mulberry Gardens Banquet Facility ended Wednesday nighty as the Lakev/dfid Vikirfgfi first 975 N. 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Pennfield was second with 161, followed by Maple Valley 154, Parchment 89.5, Galesburg-Augusta 71, and Olivet 30. Maple Valley in its second season .in the KVA finished second to the Panthers once again, this time in a second place tie along with Pennfield. “I thought we wrestled well,” said Delton Kellogg head coach Rob Heethuis. “I thought we finished what we started. We dominated the league during the season, and we pretty much dominat­ ed the tournament.” Six of the seven Delton Kellogg wrestlers who won individual titles were the top seed going into the tourna­ ment, with Chris Miller at 215 pounds who has just returned to the team after an injury kept him out of the line-up for much of the sea­ son being the only exception. Maple Valley had two champions. Senior Tyler Corwin and junior Dusty Cowell both defended titles from a season ago, as Corwin won the 125-pound championship and Dusty Cowell was first at 189 pounds. Corwin was the only top seeded wrestler who had to Announcing The Arrival of Now at the local community bank you already know and trust! Maple Valley’s Tony Corwin (top) closes in on a pin of Parchment’s Brady Roberts during their 160-pound con­ solation finals match last Saturday at the league tourna­ ment. (Photo by Brett Bremer) face three opponents on the day. He took care of the first two quickly, pinning Parchment’s Ryan Baker in 23 seconds and then sticking Galesburg-Augusta’s Tony Belluomini in 1:30. In the championship round, Corwin scored a 12-0 major decision over Pennfield’s Jake Troutman. That left Corwin time to cheer on his teammates the rest of the afternoon, and he was even one of the most vocal supporters of Pennfield’s Mark Boyer dur­ ing the 145-pound champi­ onship match. Corwin defeated Boyer for the 125pound KVA championship a year ago. Boyer took the 145-pound title this year, knocking off Parchment’s Cody Roberts 9-2. There were plenty of Maple Valley wrestlers to cheer for as well in the championship and consola­ tion finals. In fact, all of them reached the final round, placing in the top four in their weight class. The Lions’ other champion, Cowell, pinned Parchment’s Brian Newton with three seconds left in the first period of the 189-pound championship match. Maple Valley’s Ron Smith (112 pounds) and James Cramer (215) both placed second. Third place finishers for the Lions were Zach Baird (103), Wayion Eaton (119), Tyler Franks (135), Lucas Brumm (140), See WRESTLE, page 11 • FREE Financial Planning • Retirement Planning IRA’s, 401 K’s, Rollovers, Transfers •Annuities Fixed, Variable, Indexed, Immediate • Mutual Funds • Stocks & Bonds • College Planning Certified FinancialPlanner™ CJ/jH • Tax Exempt & Tax Deferred Strategies Askyourfavorite • Long Term Care and bank employee Life Insurance about scheduling an appointment. 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(Photo cour­ tesy of Ron Wells, Superior Photography). � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/822/MapleValleyNews_2008-02-23.pdf d2ce47a104970466dfcb7d531ecd708b PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 227 EAST STATE ST HASTINGS Mi 49058 “--------------------------------------------- LE VALL news Hastings Public Library 227 E State St Hastings Ml 49058-1817 MVN Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 136-No. 8, February 23, 2008 A local paper oftoday! Ambulance service faces deficit woes by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter The Castleton-Maple Grove-Nashville Emergency Medical Service (EMS) recently asked for and received an additional $6,700 in support from the three communities it serves in order to cover an approxi­ mately $17,499 deficit as of Jan. 31 and help balance the budget for the remaining two months of the 2007-2008 fis­ cal year. Now, township and EMS officials are seeking ways to fund the service without put­ ting additional strain on the cash-strapped municipalities. Each year, Castleton and Maple Grove townships and the village of Nashville con­ tributes 19,000 each to the EMS to cover operational costs not covered by income from insurance and patient payments. The service also receives one-quarter of a mill from taxpayers in each municipality. However, funds generated by the millage may only be used for ambulance equip­ ment and building mainte­ nance, not operational costs. While the Nashville Village Council voted unani­ mously to approve the EMS request for additional funds and members of the council said the EMS provided a vital and important service to the community, council pres­ ident and EMS board mem­ ber Frank Dunham said, "This can not continue," echoing the sentiment expressed by Castleton Township Board Trustee Dave DeMond, in a letter to the editor, which appears in this week’s edition of The Maple Valley News. Dunham said that the vil­ lage, which has tightened its belt in the face of decreased funding from the state, is running on a very lean budg­ et and has little funding available to be used to cover unexpected deficits at the EMS. Dunham suggested the EMS find a way to tighten or cut its expenses. However, other EMS board members and officials say such measures would be difficult, if not impossible. "There’s no fat in the EMS budget either," said EMS and Maple Grove Township Board President Rod Crothers, who also noted that the largest part ($15,783) of the recent deficit was due to payroll, which is directly linked to the service’s shift from a vol­ unteer force offering Basic Life Support (BLS) to an Advanced Life Support (ALS). "We only have one volun­ teer left on the service, with an ALS we have to rely on paid personnel," he said. "We actually have four volunteers but only one who is on the schedule regularly," explained EMS Director Tina Fein. "When we moved from a volunteer to a paid staff, which is required for Advanced Life Support serv­ ice, we are now required to have a paramedic and an EMT (emergency med­ ical technician) on duty 24/7 and that accounts for the increase in the payroll," said EMS Board Clerk and Treasurer Lorna Wilson, who is also the treasurer for Castleton Township. Cutting EMT and para­ medic wages is not an option, according to Fein. "They are making close to minimum wage as it is," she said. "Our paramedics make $9.75 and hour and the EMTs get $7.75 and that’s the top of the range." The local EMS, which was founded in 1977, began the transition from BLS to ALS in 1998 and became a full-time ALS in 2000. The change was made due to the increased number of calls the service was responding to and the increase in training mandated for EMTs and paramedics. The EMS serves a popula­ tion of approximately 6,700 people living within 80 square miles, including parts of Vermontville and Kalamo townships. The service cur­ rently has 27 staff members, 22 of whom are part-time paid employees, Fein, the full-time paid director, and the four volunteers. Staff members have credentials ranging from medical first responder to registered nurs­ es with paramedic licenses. Wilson noted that it takes almost two years of training to become a licensed para­ medic, and before a person can become a paramedic they must first become an EMT, which requires at least 20 months of training before certification. "There’s a lot of training required now, and that’s why we don’t have as many vol­ unteers," she said. "It costs almost $8,000 to become a paramedic. They can’t afford to volunteer after they spend that much on training." "And, continuing educa­ tion is required every two to three years. That’s an addi­ tional $300 to $600 for certi­ fication," added Fein, who noted that EMTs and para­ medics who work for hospi­ tal-operated ambulance serv- See EMS, page 3 Indoor book sale, new items at Putnam District Library Nicholas Osborn (left) and Connor Wood (right) brush some yellow teeth clean. Putnam District Library in Nashville is currently holding an indoor book sale. Stop by and browse the cc?iand healthy. lection of books, audiotap® Students also practiced videos, and DVDs for sale.good tooth brushing tech­ Prices range from 25 cents nique. to $2 per item. All proceeds support the library’s public programs and collection. Donations of gently used materials are always wel­ come; they are added to the library’s lending collection, book sale room or ‘free’ cart. The book sale room is always open to the public during regular library hours which are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday and Wednesday, 3 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, and 9 a.m. to noon Saturday New items added to the library’s collection this month include: Adult non-fiction The Audacity of-Hope by Barack Obama The Secret by Rhonda Byrne 3 Cups ofTea by Greg Mortenson Heroes Among Us: Firsthand Accounts of Combat from toothbrush. Early 4s learn about dental hygiene This week, students in the Early 4s program at Fuller Street Elementary School in Nashville learned about den- tal hygiene. They discussed what a dentist does during a visit and how to keep teeth clean Students participate in a game of "hot America's Most Decorated Warriors in Iraq and Afghanistan by Major Chuck Larson 3:16: The Numbers of Hope by Max Lucado Cruise: Tom The Unauthorized Biography by Andrew Morton It’s All About Him by Denise Jackson The Encyclopedia of Urban Legends by Jan Harold Brunvand Fiction Snow Flower & the Secret Fan by Lisa See The Other Boleyn Girl by Philippa The Boleyn Gregory Inheritance by Philippa Gregory Beverly Hills Dead by Stuart Woods The Secret Between Us by Barbara Delinsky The Appeal by John Grisham Duma Key by Stephen King 7th Heaven by James Patterson The Abstinence Teacher by Tom Perrotta Stranger In Paradise by Robert B. Parker The Book Thief by Markus Zusak The Killing Ground by Jack Higgins See LIBRARY, page 3 In This Issue... • Local students named essay contest winners • Maple Valley attends FFA leadership contest • Valley sends five through to individual regional • The Revue auditions for Suessical, Jr. this week �Just Sey ’As Advertised m the Maple Valley News' Saturday. February 23. 2008 — Page 2 calendar of events Feb. 25 Feb. 26 F eb. 26 Mar. 3 Mar. 4 Mar. 5 Mar. 8-9 Mar. 10 Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting. 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church. Rendezvous Meeting. 7 p.m.. Extension Office. R.U.P. Training (9 a_m.-12) and Testing (12:30-3 p.m.), Clarksville Experimental Station. Goat Developmental Committee Meeting. 7 p.m.. First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Dog Developmental Committee Meeting. 6:30 p.m.. First Presbyterian Church in Hastings. Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m.. Expo Center. Poultry Leader Training. Kettunen Center. Horse Developmental Committee Meeting. 7 p.m.. First United Methodist Church in Hastings. From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Ambulance funding issue needs to be addressed To the editor: I’ve been on the Castleton Township board for 12 years, some good says some not so good. One problem with the board throughout the 12 years, has been how to fund the ambulance. This letter in no way reflects on the job our ambu­ lance crew or fire department does for us every day - a fine group of people. The township collects onequarter of a mill for ambu­ lance equipment and mainte­ nance of buildings but that money cannot be used for operation. Each year the three entities - Maple Grove Township, COBB WELL DRILLING (REPAIR •7 Day Service • Pumps Installed & Repaired • Service On Submersible Pumps • 2" - 5" Well Drilling and Repair 30 Years Experience Estimates Available 517-726-0377 356 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Richard Cobb David Cobb Ml Ucf1746 Maple Valley attends FFA leadership contest On Feb. 12, Maple Valley FFA members hosted a lead­ ership contest held at Maple Valley High School. The Maple Valley FFA had numerous people attend the contest with many friends and family watching. Maple Valley competed in five different contests. The Agricultural Issues team placed first and earned a gold award. Members of the team are Amber Cantrell, 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. Corner ot 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 It may be cold outside, but not too cold to be thinking golf for 2008. The Hayes Beach Green Beach (HGB) Wellness Center is offering customized golf conditioning Castleton Township and the Village of Nashville - each contribute $19,000 to oper­ ate the ambulance depart­ ment We just contributed anoth­ er $6,700 out of our budget to meet expenses. This cannot continue on. There has to be a permanent fix for this problem. The ambulance is much too valuable of an asset to let fail. Surrounding communities are facing the same problem. As a board, we have put off asking for more millage for too long. Some way, some how, the ambulance depart­ ment has to stand alone and not be funded out of the township budget. AH opinions, positive or negative, are welcome, but in the end, we as taxpayers are going to decide the fate of a very necessary part of our community. I’m sure you are aware of some of the problems. We’ve gone from a volunteer group to ALS (Advanced Life Support) and mostly a paid crew. Jobs leaving the state have taken the insurance coverage with them. Medicaid and Medicare only pay a small part of the cost, and some people can’t pay at all. If you ask for the service, be sure its necessary to go to the hospital in an ambulance. If someone can take you by car, it saves money. Some calls are called nuisance calls. We cannot afford these. One continuing problem is that the master plan for Barry County discourages com­ mercial and industrial growth in the eastern part of the county. There were 25 building permits in Castleton Township last year. Residential property costs in government services $1.25 for every dollar they pro­ duce, whereas commercial cost 65 cents for every dollar they produce, with no no growth. This problem will not go away. Some solutions, increase funds voted for ambulance to three-quarters or 1 mill arid use the addi­ tions for operation. This, will require a vote on passage. Some say divide the county into four areas and have a large company service that, but you lose local service and local control. There will be a meeting to come. Stay informed and get involved! Thank you David DeMond Castleton Township FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St. • (517) 726-0258 Sunday Morning Worship Sunday School .............. -10 a.m. Family Worship............... 0-11 am. with fellowship afterwards Wed. night: Pioneer Club .. .6-7:15 p.m. K-6th grade Family dinner 5:30 p.m. (dub members only) PASTOR: ISRAEL YOUNG 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 GRACE COMMUNITY 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 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 PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRESHAM 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. . 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. . PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 Teams that are moving on to regionals are the Agricultural Issues Team and Jr. High Conducts of Meeting. Jennifer Curtis will go on to compete individual­ ly in Prepared Public Speaking. Regional Leadership Contests were scheduled to take place at Cassopolis High School Thursday, Feb, 21. HGB Wellness Center offering free winter golf conditioning LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT GRACE WORLD OUTREACH CENTER Luke Wymer, Alicia White and Caitlin Hale. Maple Valley also had a junior high contestt team which was the Jr. High Conducts of Meetings. The team consisted of Jessica Rushford, Jamie Curth, Shelby Anderson, Beth Richter, Tracii Janousek, Chase Andrews and Dale White. The Jr. High Conducts of Meeting Team placed first and earned gold. Emily Eldred, Ashliegh Penny, Josh Norton, Eric Scott and Kristen Cantrell. Also placing first and earning a gold was Jennifer Curtis in Prepared Public Speaking. Sarah Rowly competed in Creed Speaking and placed third and earned a gold award. The Demonstration team placed fourth with a silver award. Team members are m. m. PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-7264)526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Senrices 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages .. .10:30 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 gests Jackson. Pre-season programs through personal programs are popular and training, individual or group extremely effective when classes. A free informational ses­ conducted three months prior to hitting the links." sion from 9 to 10 a.m. Jackson points out that Thursday, Feb. 28, will be held at the wellness center golf pros often incorporate for the Fifth-Annual Golf specific exercises into their and post-training Workshop, featuring PGA pregolf professional Ron regimes. "The wise golfer incorpo­ English and certified person­ rates exercises using a multi­ al trainer Cheryl Jackson. Those who sign up for the discipline approach. They full program will join look for programs that utilize English and Jackson for yoga, pilates, weighted rota­ eight weeks of structured, tional movements and varied sport-specific golf exercises balance equipment to chal­ and lessons. lenge the participant’s Off-season conditioning is skills," explains Jackson. one of the most important To sign up for the free ses­ variables in a golf game, sion on Feb. 28, call the according to Jackson. She HGB Wellness Center (517) explains that exercises to 543-1050 ext. 1683. build cardiovascular For more information endurance, strength, flexibil- about HGB and its services, ity, balance and mental focus including a directory of its more than 70 doctors from a can improve a golf game. "If you or someone you variety of specialties, visit love is a golfer, consider www.hgbhealth.com. adding golf conditioning in the pre-season months," sug- ^Diana’s cP£ace The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Tuesday - Friday S.E. Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd, PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship ............... 8:30 a.m (Includes Children's Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST . CHURCH .. M-79 West Sunday Schoo Worship ......... PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE 10 a.m. 11 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616)945-9392 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School.............................. 9:45 A.M. Service 11 a P.M. Service........................................7 Wed. Service ............................ 7 p.m. 1-517-852-9481 hk 00663407 00 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH . Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service ...... 9:30 aim. Sunday School................ 11:15 a.m. PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 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 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 SOUTH KALAMO 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 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies: United Methodist Women: 2nd Tues. Ray VanderLaan's videos, “That the World May Know," will be showing at 7 p.m. every Sunday night through March 16 , �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, February 23, 2008 — Page 3 Local students named essay contest winners Three students from Maple Valley Jr. High School. have been named local winners in the 39th annual America and Me Essay Contest, sponsored by Farm Bureau Insurance. The three students, who earned the first, second, and third place awards, respec­ tively, for their school are: Casey Eldridge, Savannah Carroll and Makenzi Leinhart. All three received award certificates for their achievement. As the school’s first place winner, Eldridge’s name also will be engraved on a plaque for permanent display in the school. Eldridge’s first place essay now advances to the state-level competition, from which the top 10 essays in Michigan will be selected. Those 10 winners, who will be announced in April, will receive plaques, cash, and United States savings bonds valued from $500 to $1,000. In addition, the top 10 essayists will be honored at a banquet in Lansing, meet with some of Michigan’s governmental leaders, and be the featured guests at a Lansing Lugnuts minor league baseball game dedi­ cated in their honor. A team of finalist judges that include a high-ranking Michigan government offi­ cial and the sponsoring teachers of last year’s top two statewide winners, will determine the ranking of the final 10 statewide winners this year. Several thousand eighth grade students from more than 500 Michigan schools participated in the 2007­ 2008 America and Me Essay Contest, which was conduct­ ed with the help of Farm Bureau Insurance agents across the state. The topic of the 2007 —2008 contest was "My Personal Hero." Started in 1968 and open to all Michigan eighth grade students, the contest encour­ ages Michigan youngsters to explore their, roles in America’s future. As a sponsor of the con­ test, Farm Bureau Insurance has earned 11 national awards from the Freedoms Foundation at Valley Forge. inside. Fein said that the ambu­ lance is left running while EMS staff are at the grocery store or restaurants because certain medications, such as the cardiac drug, epineph­ rine, need to be kept at a con­ trolled temperature between 59 and 86 degrees Fahrenheit. She noted that if the drug, which is the num­ ber- one drug used when a patient is in full cardiac arrest, is not stored at the proper temperature it can lose up to 64 percent of its potency. "We leave the ambulance running to keep the drugs at the proper temperature, not for our own warmth and comfort," said Fein. "Also, we keep it running when it s away from the station because if we should get an emergency call and it doesn’t start that could cause a real problem. After four minutes without oxygen, cells start to die off. A fast response is crucial." The need for a fast response is another reason Fein defends the use of emergency vehicles when staff members go out to buy groceries or meals. "I’ve been in restaurants when someone has gone into full arrest," she said. "If I have all the equipment there, I can do something instead of having to drive back to the station, get the ambulance and come back. And after all, we don’t make police offi­ cers leave their guns at the station when they are on duty and get something to eat. We want them prepared to han­ dle emergencies." Fein also said that EMS staff patronizing local estab­ lishments creates good pub­ lic relations’ for the EMS. "It gives us a chance to meet people in the communi­ ty and for them to get to know us, so we’re not strangers when we have to show up at their house on a call," Fein explained. "We really do try to keep costs down. Our budget is bare bones," said Wilson. "We are going to need more support in the future," added Crothers. "Costs are increasing and they’re not going to .go down. We’re going to need to look for more support." "Ifthe people want service 24/7, we’re going to need more support and that might mean a millage," said Castleton Township Board President Jud Cooley. "We have no option but to be a 24/7 service,” said Crothers. Fein noted that while the local EMS can arrive on the scene in a matter ofminutes, it could take 30 minutes or more for an ambulance to arrive from Hastings. "And, like we said before, cells start to die after four minutes without oxygen,” repeated Fein. “Time is criti­ cal when someone is in full arrest.” Wilson said the Village of Nashville and Castleton and Maple Grove townships would soon set a date for a public meeting. • "We want the people of the community to come and give us some input about pur direction and information about what kind of service the people would like to see apd what we can do to increase funding," she said. "There are no easy solu­ tions." EMS, continued from page 1 ices make approximately $13 to $14 an hour. "Sure, some people would like to make more money but they work here because they know we need the help," said Fein. "The only other gov­ ernment-funded EMS in Barry County is Thomapple Township which is funded by a millage and I know they are struggling, too. All serv­ ices, government and private are struggling, but some are doing better than others. We don’t have as large a popula­ tion and don’t have the call volume. But, no matter how many calls you go on, ifpeo­ ple can’t pay, they can’t pay." And, that is the crux of the problem, according to Wilson. As tough economic times have gripped the state, more and more people are finding themselves without jobs and medical insurance and are unable to pay bills. "We’re well aware of the economy in the state of Michigan," she said. "People lose their jobs and health benefits but they still use our service, and that’s what we’re here for. But there are more people out there now who don’t have the ability to pay." Wilson estimated that she sends approximately $5,000 to $8,000 in unpaid bills to a collection agency every month. "But, we only do that after we’ve tried to work with people for three months," she said, adding that the EMS is willing to work out payment plans for those who can’t l m afford to pay their bills all at once. "Some people pay $25 or $50 a month; I figure $50 is better than nothing and the people are trying to do the best they can in very difficult times." Costs keep going up for the EMS, as well as for pri­ vate citizens, Wilson noted. "The cost of insurance, fuel and utilities is going up 'and so is the cost of sup­ plies," she said. "We need to replace supplies and equip­ ment. This year we had to purchase a new suction unit because the old one was no longer repairable, and equip­ ment like that is expensive." "We truly only purchase things we use or desperately need," furthered Fein. "And replace things that are no longer safe to use," added Wilson. "We try to use donations from the community to buy equipment," noted Fein. "Thank goodness for dona­ tions or I don’t know what we would do." "As time goes on, we are finding ourselves dealing with more and more unfounded mandates from the state," said Wilson. "We’re required to have electronic run sheets, and while the software is free, the computer needed to run it will cost about $10,000." Some people in the com­ munity have suggested that the .EMS staff could cut down on fuel expenses by not driving the ambulance to the local grocery store or restaurants and leaving it running while staff goes SOUTHING CHIIICI ; w<** 7 uw ” Jack & Judy s l =e»w»‘0w w^'„, . m w«0®fP* fU«M» 113 N. Main Nashville 517-852-9700 Hours: Open 7 Days 6AM-8PM Country Kettle Cafe 9 9 Stop In & Try Our PIZZA WRAP SUNDAY SPECIALS • Swiss Steak Nashville’s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! 5? 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In the 125-pound champi­ onship match, Corwin pinned Delton Kellogg’s Jeff Town in 3:30. It was Corwin’s third pin of the day. He stuck Centreville’s Kaleb Powell in the quarter­ finals, and Lakewood’s Ryan Brown in the semi’s. “He was tough,” Corwin said of Town. “I saw him at the beginning of the year actually. He had the first take down on me, then I pinned him. He’s gotten a lot better. Yeah, he’s gotten way better actually.” Corwin is-also much better now than he was at the by Brett Bremer Sports Editor After winning the 125pound weight class at last Saturday’s Division 3 indi­ vidual district wrestling tour­ nament at Otsego High School, Maple Valley senior Tyler Corwin has two more goals on his list to make this a satisfying season. “I’m hoping to get two more firsts,” Corwin said. “That’s my goal. Then I’ll be satisfied.” Corwin was one of four Lions to finish in the top four in their weight class Saturday, earning a spot in today’s individual regional tournament at Pennfield High School. Tory Roberts was second at 152 pounds, Full service hair, nail and tanning salon 226 N. Main Nashville Walk-Ins Welcome 517-852-1757 Evening I Tanning l Available BEGINNING MARCH 3RD Call to find out about our great deals! Spring Break is Coming! Start Your Tan Today! s 8 The Lions Tory Roberts (top) fights to keep Pennfield’s Holden Warren from crawling out of his grasp during their 152-pound championship semifinal match at Saturday’s Division 3 individual district tournament hosted by Otsego. (Photo by Brett Bremer) beginning of the year. It was a rough start to the season for the senior, who placed third at the state finals last year in Division 4 at 125 pounds. He made it through two weeks of the varsity football season, before deciding it was time to have a nagging hip injury checked out. That was the end of his football season. Doctors found that his femur was rubbing on his hip bone, and tearing up lig­ aments in the process. After numerous tests, and finally surgery, the problem was repaired. The day after his last surgery Corwin was back on the sideline for the Maple Valley varsity foot­ ball team’s game, but in a wheelchair. He missed the first four or pounds while Cramer was Centreville’s David Reed to in 1:32 by finish fourth. five weeks of the wrestling pinned season, then in one of his first matches back was defeated by Thornapple Kellogg’s Kyle Dalton in December. “When I lost to Dalton, I was worried,” Corwin said. “I’m still worried I won’t do as good because I haven’t had the mat time. “The last couple weeks I’ve been wrestling, I’m feel­ ing pretty good though.” Corwin was only beaten one other time all season, and is now 42-2 on the year. The top four finishers at today’s regional will earn a spot in the Division 3 state finals at the Palace of Auburn Hills March 6-8. Corwin was one of two Lion medallists at last year’s finals. Ron Smith has the The Lions’ Lucas Brumm (right) and Lakewood’s chance to go back after fin­ ishing third’ at 112 pounds Darrin Durkee butt heads during their 140-pound conlast Saturday. He topped solation semifinal match at Saturday’s individual district Belding’s Josh Headworth 7- tournament. (Photo by Brett Bremer) 0 in the consolation finals. Roberts had a solid day for the Lions, winning a couple Dependable, Lockouts tight decisions. He topped damage-free • Tire Service Edwardsburg’s Jim towing! s Burghduf 2-0 in the quarter­ • Accident finals, then downed Recovery Pennfield’s Holden Warren • Long-Haul 6-3 in the semi’s. In the 152ft pound championship final, Off-Road Lakewood’s Levi Phelps ca/t 9 A£ "O191■ downed Roberts 8-3Jeff Dobbin or Chris VanZalen <2S3> <2S3> In the other final round matches for Maple Valley Saturday, Cowell pinned Owner, JeffDobbin, ASE Master Technician Comstock’s Matt Ritchie in 1:58 to place third at 189 BBBIN'S Does Your Money Work as Hard as You Do? Is your money working as hard as it could be? Have you considered your alternatives? Investment strategies of the past may not be the best going forward! If you’ve had changes in your life, it’s time to take a second look at your financial goals. Our financial consultant can help you stay on top ofthe issues affecting your financial future and investment performance. Put Your Money to Work Todayl Why not schedule a complimentaryfinancial review? Hastings City Bank Securities are offered by UVEST Financial Services, member FINRA/SIPC. UVEST and Hastings City Bank are independent entities. 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"People are justifiably upset that their property tax assessments continue to increase while their property values decrease," said Calley, R-Portland. "The town hall meeting is a chance for people to voice their concerns as well as learn more about how prop­ erty tax assessments are determined." Legislation recently intro­ duced in the Michigan House to help alleviate the housing crisis will be discussed at the meeting. Calley also has a free guide to property tax assessments and appeals which will be available at the hearing and at his office if residents are unable to attend. For more information about the town hall meeting or any other issues, residents may contact Calley at (517) 373-0842. The Revue auditions for Suessical, Jr. this week The Revue has set audi­ tions for its upcoming chil­ dren’s theater production of “Suessical, Jr.” Auditions for second through fifth grade children will be held 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 24. Fifth through eighth grade chil­ dren will audition from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday, Feb. 25, in the Vermontville Opera House, 211 S. Main Street, Vermontville. Families with children who span both age groups may have all their children audition on the same day. The Revue will cast approximately 45 fourth through eighth graders and 20 second and third graders. The second and third grade children will be split into two groups who will perform on different weekends. Performances are May 2 to 4 and 9 to 11 with 7 p.m. shows on Friday and Saturday and 3 p.m. shows on Sunday. On Friday, May SOCIAL NEWS Hansbargers to celebrate golden wedding anniversary The family of Jerry and Anna Lou Hansbarger would like to wish them a very happy golden anniversary, February 8, 2008. 2 and 9 there will be a special matinee performance for local schools. Parents will be responsible to get their children to and from the theater. Rehearsals will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Mondays Tuesdays and Thursdays, starting Feb. 28 Parents are asked to bring their children a few minutes early to the audition to fill out paperwork. Parents are requested to clearly print their e-mail addresses, since that is The Revue’s main method of dis­ persing information to par­ ents. Children will be called back in groups of five to six to learn a portion of one of the songs and sing for the director, music director, and producer. Some children will be asked to stay until the end to read from the script. If a child does not get asked to stay, that doesn’t mean they aren’t in the show. There are many parts in a variety of sizes for even the least expe­ rienced actor or actress. Parents and children are encouraged to bring some­ thing to do while waiting during the auditions. Due to the number of chil­ dren expected to audition during the two days, no cour­ tesy calls will be made to children who do not get in the show. The staff at The Revue apologizes for the inconvenience, but ask that parents and children under­ stand that the short period of time auditions and the first rehearsal make it a nearly impossible task. Most chil­ dren getting parts in the show will be notified by email. All cast members will be contacted by the evening of Wednesday, Feb. .27. A Name That You Can Trust Located at the Intersection of M-43 & M-50 Driver Education for students M years, 8 months or older |f SEGMENT I CLASS March 3 - 20 April 7 - April 24 SEGMENT II CLASS March 25 - 27 May 27 - May 29 'The Traffic Scene, teaches with up to date materials and safe automobiles. Parent Quote To obtain a registration, call (517) 566-7229 Instructors structors Roger John Maurer POMPANO BEACH, FLORIDA - Roger John Maurer, age 82. died Monday, February 4, 2008. at Holy Cross Hospital in Ft Lauderdale. A funeral mass was cele­ brated at St. Henry Catholic Church in Pompano Beach Wednesday. February 20. He will also be remembered at the monthly service in John Knox Village, Pompano Beach, where he and his wife, June, have lived for the past five years. Roger was bom on May I, 1925, in Lansing to John T. Maurerr and Germaine Hebert Maurer, the oldest of 14 children. He attended Nashville High School, grad­ uating in 1943. He married the former June Benson June 19, 1948 in Hastings. He was a member of the U.S. Marines Corps and served in the South Pacific in 1944-45 and upon returning, attended MSU, East Lansing. He graduated in 1948, mar- ried, became secretary treas­ urer. in Hart, with the Federal Land Bank. He was later transferred to St. Joseph and joined Wm. C. Roney and Co., brokerage firm, where he was manager until he retired in 1995. He and his wife became snowbirds and enjoyed Florida winters until his stroke in 2003 when they became permanent residents of John Knox Village. Roger was a devoted hus­ band and father. He and June had three sons. Roger Jr. of Pompano Beach, twins. Rev. Daniel L. Maurer of Vladivostok. Russia, and David L. Maurer of Ypsilanti and foster daughter. Candi Boersma of Coloma. He enjoyed golf, bowling, bridge and many other activ­ ities with his many friends and family members. Roger is also survived by his brothers, John, Julius, Joseph, Thomas, Richard, Victor, Edgar; sisters, Alice Keeler, Sr. Gertrude, Martha, Germaine "Gerry” Orzula and Susan Bahs and was pre­ ceded in death by one broth­ er Don aid. His final resting place will be at Mt Calvary Cemetery in Hastings when his son Fr. Dan comes home to perform last rites and burial at a later date. 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Adopt 1 horse and get the second for no adoption fee!! www.earthservices.org 269­ 962-2015. « SALES: FILLMORE EQUIP­ MENT of Hastings is seek­ ing a sales person for John Deere lawn & garden and commercial equipment. Can­ didates must nave sales ex­ perience, an outgoing per­ sonality and mechanical ap­ titude. Excellent math skills and retail finance experience helpful. Fax resume to 269­ 945-5958. mix. Friday, Feb. 29 No School. Monday, Feb. 25 Chicken tenders. Mashed potatoes, apple slices, cookie. Tuesday, Feb. 26 Mini pancake wraps. Potato wedge, applesauce, Rice Krispie Treat. Wednesday, Feb. 27 M.W. Walking Tacos. Fuller. Tur. Tetrazzini. Whole kernel com, grapes, Goldfish Crackers. Thursday, Feb. 28 French bread pizza. Tossed salad, juice push-up, snack ’ ROTICE Vermontville Maple Syrup Corporation^ will be £ 3 TAPPING TREES w i n V e r m o n t v i lle. ............... .. .. . . .. .. . . . . £ f* you do not want your trees tapped please put a white cloth around your trees. 2008 BOARD OF REVIEW NOTICE Vermontville Township P.O. Box 215 Vermontville, MI 49096 2008 BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING SCHEDULE The Vermontville Township Board of Review for 2008 will be held at the Vermontville Opera House, 230 S. Main St. on the following dates: Tuesday, March 4,7:00 p.m. for an Organizational Meeting. Petitions will be heard on: Monday, March 10,9:00 a.m. to 12:00 and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. = Appeal Hearing. Tuesday, March 11,1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. = Appeal Hearing. The Board of Review will meet as many more days as deemed necessary to hear questions, protests, and to equalize the 2008 assessments. By board resolution, residents are able to protest by letter, provided protest letter is received prior to March 8. The tentative ratios and multipliers for each class of real property and personal property for 2008 are as follows: Agricultural Commercial Residential Industrial Personal Property RATIO MUL 50.00% 50.00% 50.00% 50.00% 50.00% 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 Americans With Disabilities (ADA) Notice: The Township will provide necessary reasonable services to individuals with disabilities at the Board of Review meetings upon three (3) days notice. Contact Russell Laverty, 6967 N. Ionia Rd., Vermontville, MI. Telephone No. 517.726.1115. April. This change is to betbet­ ter accommodate the sched­ ules of board members. A decision will be made at the April meeting as to future meeting dates and times. The public is always welcome to attend these meetings. SOCIALNEWS E.A.R.T.H. = EDUCATED ANIMAL Rescue and Teen Haven is in urgent need of HAY DONATIONS. We will come pick it up, clean out your bam of old hay (Any type of hay that isn't moldy). E.A.R.T.H. 501(c)3 is a non-profit organization. All donations are tax deduc­ tible. PLEASE CALL (269)962-2015 SCHOOL MENUS Maple Valley Elementary Menu The Putnam District Library Board will meet at 6 p.m. on the third Tuesday of the month in March and Maple Valley Jr ./Sr. High Lunch Menu Monday, Feb. 25 Sweet/sour chic.rice. Broc. and cauliflower, applesauce, fortune cookie. Tuesday, Feb. 26 Chicken pot pie. Scalloped potatoes, veg. medley, P/A & Man. oranges. Wednesday, Feb. 27 Quesadilla., Mexican rice, whole kernel com, pears. Thursday, Feb. 28 H.S./Kellogg Cottage Inn. Cottage Inn. Green beans, carrots and celery, Jell-o w/fruit. Friday, Feb. 29 No School. Note: Entree’s available daily: Cheeseburger, variety ofchicken sandwiches, pizza, peanut butter and jelly sand­ wich, fish sandwich, honey and peanut butter sandwich, 6 ozs. yogurt w/string cheese. Sides available daily: garden salad, juice, fresh fruit. Milk is included with all full meal purchases. Second available on vegetables at no additional charge. Assorted bread choices daily. Wood-Foltz Dayton-Wells Jacey Wood would like to announce the engagement of her mother, Carleen Sue of Maple Valley to Brian Foltz of Ohio. A summer wedding is planned. Chuck and Jackie Reese of Nashville and Paula Wells of Stanton and Jefferay and Kaylene Wells of Stanton are pleased to announce the engagement oftheir children, Brenda Kay Dayton and Jeffrey Arthur Wells, II. The bride is a 2003 gradu­ ate of Maple Valley High School. The groom is a 2000 graduate of Central Montcalm High School. An April 12,2008 wedding is being planned. LEGAL NOTICE Agnes Price to celebrate 90 years Agnes Price is turning 90 the public in attendance. on Feb. 23rd. Children, ed.Approved the agenda as print­ grandchildren and great Minutes from the January grandchildren with 35 in meetings were approved. Accepted the attendance celebrated on Feb. treasurer’s 16. Wish her a happy birth­ reports as printed. Approved the bills in the day. Send cards to Agnes amount of $9491.44. Price, Thornapple Manor Approved the appropriation for Rm. 103B, Hastings, MI $15,000.00 transfer from General fund to Township Improvement 49073. ATTENTION: Vermontville Residents On the first Monday of the month, the Vermontville Fire Department will be testing the emergency siren. 06661497 Synopsis CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD February 6,2008 Recited the Pledge. Called to order by J. Cooley, Supervisor. All board members were pres­ ent. There were three people from Thanks: Vermontville Fire Department fund. Committee reports were given and placed on file. Amended the Township Improvement fund. Approved an additional appro­ priation payment to the EMS for operations. Correspondence was viewed by the board and the public if they wished. Public comment was heard. Heard board comments. Adjournment. Lorna L Wilson, Clerk Attested to by J. Cooley, Supervisor ossbtbt? Charles Wait celebrates 80th birthday Charles Wait is celebrating his 80th birthday on February 29th, 2008. If anyone would like to send him a card to wish him a Happy Birthday please send to 4391 River Rd., Hastings, MI 49058. 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 WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Richard Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE I Now accepting MasterCard & Visa 1995 FORD 3/4 TON OTICE TO VIL GE RESIDENTS SIDEWALKS MUST BE CLEAN OF SNOW * TRUCK FOR SALE The Village of Nashville will be taking sealed bidss on the 1995 Ford 3/4 ton 4 wheel drive pickup truck including plow with 69,116 miles. The truck can be seen at the village garage weekdays between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. but you must contact Darrell to make an appointment to take it for a test drive. All bids must be received by March 5, 2008. They will be opened at the DPW meetings scheduled for that same day and the highest bid brought to the council meeting scheduled for March 13, 2008 for consideration. The village reserves the right to accept or reject any/all bids. For more information please contact... DARRELL CLEMENTS at 517-852-9571 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 C requires all occupants of any property located within the n Village of Nashville to clear any accumulations of ice orr II snow from the public sidewalks adjoining the property / // within 24 hours ofthe accumulation or placement ofsnow fr or ice on the sidewalks. Xf Thank you Nashville Village Clerk 06668029 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, February 23,2008 — Page 7 Lion cheer team places sixth at the Lakewood Cheerfest Maple Valley’s varsity competitive cheer team fin­ ished sixth in the Division 3- 4 standings at last Saturday’s Lakewood Viking Cheerfest. The Lions scored a 180.5 The Lion cheerleaders try to fire up the crowd during their round one performance at Saturday’s Viking Cheerfest at Lakewood High School. (Photo by Molly Benningfield) in round one, 153.310 in round two, and a 220.0 in round three. Ovid-Elsie won the Division 3-4 meet, with 710.766 points. Lakewood was second in Division 3-4, with a team score of 709.236. Thomapple Kellogg fin­ ished with 709.580 points handily topping the second place team in the Division 2 standings, Charlotte, which finished with 674.662 points. Hastings was third among the six Division 2 teams, with a score of 657.454. The host Vikings actually finished ahead of Ovid-Elsie in round two and three, scor­ ing a 204.736 in round two and 298.5 in round three. Ovid-Elsie had a 201.766 in round two, and a 289.5 in round three. The difference was the opening round. Lakewood scored a 206, and Ovid-Elsie a 219.5. “That would have been a good win for us,” said Lakewood head coach Kim Martin, “a big confidence boost. However, the girls now know they can hang with the big boys.” TK had the days’ second best score in round one, with a 212.5, and closed things out with a 193.080 in round two and 304.0 in round three. The Saxons were just behind the Trojans after one round, with a 208.0 to start things off. Hastings then scored a 184.454 in round two and 265.0 in round three. Rounding out the Division 2 standings, Lowell was fourth with a score of 654.752, Wayland fifth with 651.530, and East Lansing sixth at 594.703. Behind Ovid-Elsie in the Division 3-4 meet, Allegan was third with a score of 644.486, followed by Central Montcalm 594.736, Delton Kellogg 555.062, Maple Valley 553.810, and Saranac 543.300. A total of 13 varsity teams and eight junior varsity teams competed at Lakewood Saturday. OvidElsie’s junior varsity team won that meet with a final score of 662.380. Lakewood was second at 610.044 and Maple Valley cheerleaders hold their teammates high Hastings third with a above the mats during their performance at Lakewood 566.956. on Saturday. (Photo by Molly Benningfield) Comets top Lions in final KVA game The top team in the state in Class C, Kalamazoo Christian, came to Maple Valley Thursday night an knocked off the Lion varsity boys’ basketball team 81-52 to end the regular season. The Lions hung right with The Lions’ Jared Smith (right) tries to work his way around a Comet defender during Thursday night’s regular season finale. (Photo by Perry Hardin) the Comets for one quarter. Dustin Houghton scored nine of his 15 points in the open­ ing quarter, and the two teams came out of the period tied at 17.-' Maple Valley’s offensive attack couldn’t keep up the rest of the night though. The Comets outscored the Lions 19-7 in the second to take control of the game. Kenneth Quick finished with 21 points, six rebounds, and three assists to lead the Lions. JeffBurd added seven points. Kalamazoo Christian got 14 points from Stephen Gould, 12 from Mike VahderPoleg, and 11 from Corey Scheffers. Maple Valley now turns its attention to this week’s Class B district tournament, hosted by Gull Lake. The Lions open play against Charlotte at 5:30 p.m. Monday. 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Lakewood Vikings beat a stubborn Hastings quintet 38-26 Wednesday in the first semi­ final game and Gull Lake came from behind to beat a determined Maple Valley team 44-38 in the nightcap. “We didn’t play extremely well tonight,” said Gull Lake Coach Mike Balcom, “and Lion senior Lauren Pierce gets some help from a teammate as she tries to lose Gull Lake’s Jamie Smith. (Photo by Perry Hardin) we will have to be at our best Friday against Lakewood. “They are the type ofteam that doesn’t show a lot of offense, they save their best for defense. They try to scrap out enough points to get a lead and then they clamp down on the defensive end of the floor as well as anybody we have played all year.” Maple Valley coach Landon Wilkes said after the game he was proud of the effort his Lions put forth. “We played hard through­ out the entire game,” Wilkes said. “I am very proud of our kids. We have a young team but I am not using that as an excuse. We have six sopho­ mores on the team and this was a good test for us against a very well coached team and one of the elite teams in the state. “I think our kids played well.” Well enough, in fact, to take a 32-21 lead into the final eight minutes. But forced to switch from a zone that had frustrated Gull Lake and in particular their excel­ lent outside shooter, Carrie Grubius, all night the Lions had to use a man to man press down the stretch and the Blue Devils won it at the free throw line, “We didn’t shoot very well from the free throw line in our first game this week,” Balcom said. “I think we were something like three for 11 in the fourth quarter. “But we were 13 for 16 in the fourth quarter tonight and that was the difference. “We were able to get a bit of a lead and they had to foul. We did what we had to do down the stretch and we feel very fortunate to come away with a victory. “Maple Valley played us as tough as we have been Commission on Aging Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Hearty Menu Monday, Feb. 25 Turkey and Swiss parslied potatoes, Calif, blend vegeta­ bles, apple, flour tortilla. Tuesday, Feb. 26 Zita w/Italian sausage, diced beets, broccoli, spiced apples. Wednesday, Feb. 27 Sliced turkey w/mashed potatoes, diced carrots, diced pears, jello, dinner roll. Thursday, Feb. 28 Chicken and bean casse­ role, sweet potatoes, pineap­ ple tidbits, wheat bread. Friday, Feb. 22 Cheese ravioli, green beans, Brussels sprouts, banana. played all year. They deserve all the credit. They pushed us hard and fortunately we responded.” Grubius led Gull Lake with 11 points but she hit only t\yo three point shots, her specialty all year. “I think we did a good job ofkeeping her offher mark,” Wilkes said. “But we were forced to foul down the stretch and they were smart enough to have the ball in her hands.” Grubius and Jamie Smith each had 11 points for Gull Lake, while Kate Petty added 10. Maple Valley was led by 6’ sophomore Jennifer Kent, who finished with a game high 16. Kent showed she will be a force in the future, playing outstanding at both ends of the floor. She was the only Lion in double fig­ ures. Elizabeth Steward fin­ ished with eight. Maple Valley finished their season with a record of 10-11. In the opener, Lakewood and Hastings struggled on offense early. Neither team could find the net and the game was scoreless for near­ ly five minutes of the first quarter until Brandi Hurless finally drove the lane and scored. It was only 4-2 at the end of the quarter, •Lakewood enjoying the slim lead. Defense was the order of the night for both teams as Viking Alexis Brodbeck was the only player to finish in double figures. She had 10. Hurless led Hastings with nine points and Veronica Hayden finished with eight. Lakewood enjoyed leads of 14-8 at the half and 27-15 going into the final eight minutes. Hastings never got closer than 10 points (32-22 and 35-25) in the final quarter. Cold Menu Monday, Feb. 25 Cold chicken thigh, com O’Brian, pineapple tidbits, saltine crackers. Tuesday, Feb. 26 Roast beef w/cheese, mari­ nated vegetables, fruit com­ pote, wheat bread. Wednesday, Feb. 27 Seafood pasta salad, com and tomato salad, diced peaches. Thursday, Feb. 28 Egg salad, sweet and sour carrots, mandarin oranges, wheat bread. Maple Valley senior Ashley Gonser has a shot turned Friday, Feb. 29 aside by the Blue Devils’ Megan Grimes. (Photo by Tuna salad, tomato salad, Perry Hardin) applesauce, wheat bread. Activities Calendar Monday, Feb. 25: Hastings - Beg. Tai Chi 8:30 Maple Valley Athletic Boosters a.m.; Card Making 12:30 p.m. Crafts/Music 10:30 a.m.; Watercolor 1 p.m.; Kinship Saturday, April 19, 2008 Care 7 p.m. Delton - Bingo; Kathy Davis 11:15 a.m. Mulberry Gardens Banquet Facility Property Tax Info. 975 N. Main St. (M-66), Nashville, Ml Tuesday, Feb. 26: 06667922 Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 * Registration begins at 5 pm a.m.; Beg. Line Dance Noon; * Buffet Dinner begins at 6 pm Bible Study 12:30 p.m.; Red * Drawing starts at 7 pm Hat TBA Call for details; Only 250 tickets being sold/18 Winning Tickets Haircuts make appt. GL _____(need not be present to win) Cards 10:30 a.m. RESERVE YOUR TICKET TODAY Wednesday, Feb. 27: Hastings - Nails; Music with NAME_____________________________ Sam; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m. Delton Birthday Party; ADDRESS_________________________ Reminiscence. CITY, STATE________________________ Thursday, Feb. 28: Hastings ZIP CODE_________________________ - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; PHONE #_________________________ Beg. Line Dance Noon; Beading 5 p.m. Nashville Number of tickets__________ @$100 ea TV Time. Delton See any Athletic Booster Member for tickets or Puzzles/Trivia. _ MAIL PAYMENT TO:_ Friday, Feb 29: Hastings Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 Tai Gearhart a.m.; Mixed Media Painting 825 S. Hanover St., Hastings, Ml 49058 9:30 a.m.; Model Railroad 12’ (269) 967-1219 p.m. Woodland - Visiting. REVERSE RAFFLE * 250 Tickets Available/First Come First Serve � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/822/MapleValleyNews_2008-03-01.pdf 56242ae12625670f8d3dcf7d360fbcc2 PDF Text Text I PRSRTSTD US POSTAGE PAID HASTI?,)GSMI MI I PERMIT wn 7 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 136-No. 9, March 1, 2008 Nashville Village Council approves 2008-09 budget by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The Nashville Village Council unanimously approved its budget for the 2008-09 fiscal year, which featured $4,800 in cuts since the proposed budget was pre­ sented during its first meet­ ing of the month. Village Finance Committee Chairman Mike Kenyon said he appreciated the fact that village employ­ ees came to the table earlier this month willing to forgo their scheduled wage increases if it meant helping the village balance its budg­ et. “Fortunately Cathy (vil­ lage clerk Cathy Lentz) found a math error and we were able to make other cuts so we didn’t have to go there; but we appreciate that the employees were willing to put their wages on the table,” he said. “The finance committee is very pleased that we can present this amended budget without touching personnel wages or services to the village. “But you may need a sweater or a fan when you come into the office, he quipped. The finance committee decreased the administrator and parks line items in the general fund budget by $1,000 each and the cut the proposed $21,100 budget for the village planning commis­ sion down to $11,100 by spreading the work and cost of changes to the master plan over two years and by offer­ ing the Castleton-Maple Grove-Nashville Emergency Medical Service (EMS) $25,000 in support rather than the $28,800 the EMS board requested from each of the three municipalities that support it Before the vote on the budget, Trustee Jack Holden asked ifanyone had talked to the EMS board about the vil­ lage’s “counter offer.” “I talked to (EMS treasur­ er) Loma (Wilson) and she said, ‘If that’s all they can do, I completely understand. Go with it,”’ said Nashville Trustee and EMS Board Member Mary Coll. The EMS board which requested and received an additional $6,700 in support each from Castleton Township, Maple -Grove Township and the Village of See COUNCIL, page 11 Maple Valley teacher founds ladies friendship group Rose Dunham, who has been teaching in Maple Valley schools for 31 years, is inviting women of all ages to attend a ladies friendship group which meets from 4 to 5:20 p.m. every Tuesday in her home located at 8110 W. Vermontville Highway, Vermontville, one-half of a mile east of the Mobil sta­ tion, on the north side of the road, just before Brown Road. Dunham said the goal of the group is to encourage area women to build friend­ ships and support each other, along with discussing topics of interest that will strength­ en women and their homes. "Having worked with fam­ ilies in Nashville and Vermontville for 31 years through the schools, the fam­ ilies have a special place in my heart. I think this is an opportunity to really strengthen our community," See GROUP, page 11 Vintage automobiles are on display in Nashville’s Riverside Park during the annual car show. (File photo) Planning begins for annual car show In January, members of the Nashville Car Group began making plans for its eighth annual car show, which will be held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 14, in Riverside Park, behind the businesses on the west side ofdowntown Nashville. As always during the event, door prizes will be given away throughout the day and trophies, will be awarded at 2 p.m. A week­ end of garage sales is being planned for the village, and the Castleton-Maple GroveNashville Fire Department is planning to hold a pancake breakfast as it has done in previous years. Putnam District Library is planning an art show and used book sale the same day. However, members of the car club discussed how to get other local groups and organ­ izations involved. Club members have said the annu­ al car show is an opportunity for local churches and clubs to earn money for their organizations while getting involved with and supporting the community. Each year, the car club donates proceeds from the show to the vil­ lage’s "Wish Upon A Star" program and other local charities. This year, the car club will See SHOW, page 7 Maplewood Elementary names March Students of the Month Each month, the teachers and staff of Maplewood Elementary School in Vermontville select one stu­ dent from each grade to be recognized as "Student ofthe Month," based on citizenship. The Students ofthe Month for March are Anthony Mahler from Susan Luyendyk’s sixth grade class, Hunter Hilton from Patty Braun’s fifth grade class; and Jennifer Hay fro Pat Campion’s fourth grade class. Sponsors providing awards to the Students of the Month include Good Time Rose Dunham reads a book while seated in the living room of her Vermontville home. In This Issue Anthony Mahler Pizza, Moo-ville Creamery, Nashville Subway, Roush’s Hunter Hilton Sidewalk Cafe, Charlotte Wendy’s and Charlotte Jennifer Hay Burger King. • Maple Valley Pharmacy helping with online tax filing • Fuller Street Elementary announces March events • Third graders learn life skills to prevent substance abuse • Lions seniors Roberts and Corwin headed to the finals �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, March 1,2008 — Page 2 Botox, other cosmetic procedures available in Charlotte The fountain of youth has arrived at Hayes Green Beach (HGB). Drs. Kimberly Johnson and Erica Magers at Charlotte Medical Group are now offering cos­ metic Botox treatments to men and women who want to improve their appearance and help erase the signs of time. Botox is administered by injection and works to visi­ bly smoothe and soften lines and wrinkles, said Johnson. "People use Botox for a number of areas where they want to look younger, explained Johnson, who has been certified in Botox ther­ apy for nearly three years. "One of the most common uses is to reduce frown lines between eyebrows, but there are also benefits to using it on the forehead and around the eyes, among other places." Improvements are typical­ ly seen within a few days and may last up to four months, although results may vary, added Johnson. Magers, who is trained in dermatology as well as fami­ ly medicine, points out that there is minimal discomfort with the procedure. The average appointment time for a Botox injection is 20 to 30 minutes, and there are minimal side effects. "It’s safe, quick and easy," she explained. Botox is a purified protein produced by the Clostridium botulinum bacterium. According to Magers, it works by blocking the trans­ mission of nerve impulses to the injected muscles, thus reducing activity ofthe mus­ cles that cause persistent lines to form. Botox is. now the No. 1 cosmetic service in the coun­ try, according to Johnson. It is utilized by both women and men. "Last year there were about three million cosmetic treatments with Botox," she said. "Of these, 10 percent were men." Cosmetic Botox treat­ ments are not covered by Erica Magers insurance. HGB is offering an introductory rate of $10 per unit; the number of units administered depends on Kimberly Johnson which areas are being treat­ ed. Payment is expected at the time of service. Patients must be over 18 years of age. People interested in hav­ ing Botox® should call Charlotte Medical Group for an appointment at (517) 541­ 5848. Johnson and Magers will be available at the HGB HealthFest March 15 to talk with patients about the pro­ cedure. The doctors will be expanding the cosmetic medicine component of their practices soon with laser hair removal, vein therapy and other aesthetic treatments. For more information about HGB and its services, including a directory of its more than 70 doctors from a variety of specialties, visit www.hgbhealth.com. Maple Valley Pharmacy helping with online tax filing Free filing of federal and state taxes is available online for those who earn less than $50,000 per year, but many HASTINGS 4 www.GQTI.com Goodrich UALITY iIrtAATlCtKDCb 269-945-SH0W Downtown Hastings on State St. king Seats • All Digital Sound Drink Refills • 25c corn refills BIG SCREE M.00 people do not have access to a computer, printer or the Internet to take advantage of this service through www.icanefile.org. Maple Valley Pharmacy has cleared space and pre­ pared a computer and printer to offer community residents the opportunity to file their 2007 federal and state taxes by e-filing. "Our concern is for those that are not accessing the Earned Income Tax Credit that is available for lowincome families. If, by offer­ ing the use of equipment we can help, we will, " said Shane McNeill, owner of Maple Valley Pharmacy. L Last year, more than $14.7 million was not claimed by Barry County residents through the Earned Income Tax Credit. Families with two or more children who earn less than $37,783 (single parent) or less than $39,783 (married couple) in 2007 are eligible for a credit of up to $4,716. Families with one child who earn less than $33,241 (sin­ gle parent) or less than $35,241 (married) in 2007 are eligible for a credit of up to $2,853. Workers without a quali- ALL SEATS except adult evening Deadlineextendedfor Hero $6.50 © Stadium Seating O No passes SHOWTIMES 3/1 - 3/6 SPRING MATINEES Saturday & Sunday 10 & 11 AM 371-3/2 SHREK THE THIRD (PG) O ©SEMI-PRO (R) 12:05, 2:20, 4:35, 6:50, 9:20 FRI/SATLS 11:35 O VANTAGE POINT (PG-13) 11:05, 3:15, 5:25, 7:35, 9:45 FRI/SATLS 11:55 ©THE SPIDERWICK CHRONICLES (PG) 11:20,2:00, 4:20, 6:40, 0:00 FRI/SAT LS 11:15 JUMPER (PG-13) 1:50,4:10,7:00 FOOL’S GOLD (PG-13) 11:10,9:10 FRI/SATLS 11:45 The Barry County United Way Volunteer Center is still accepting nominations for the sixth annual “Everyday Hero” awards. Bonnie Hogoboom, Barry County United Way Volunteer Center director, invites community members to identify volunteers who go “above and beyond” through their service and nominate them for an award. “The Everyday Hero award is a fantastic way to show someone that the gift of service they give to others is appreciated,” said Hogoboom. “You still have time. We are extending the deadline for submitting the nominations until March 7.” Nomination forms are available at Hastings City Bank, MainStreet Savings Bank, Barry County Chamber of Commerce, Barry County United Way, Delton District Library, Felpausch in Hastings and Delton, Thomapple Township Hall, Freeport District Library and the village offices in Nashville and Woodland. The filled forms can be sent to the Barry County United Way Volunteer Center, 450 Meadow Run, Suite 300, Hastings, MI 49058. Hogoboom can e-mail a copy of the nomination forms, upon request. For more information, call the volunteer center at (269) 945-4010. 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 1 st & 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..... 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 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St. • (517) 726-0258 Sunday Morning Worship Sunday School.............. 9- 10 a.m. Family Worship............. 10- 11 a.m. with fellowship afterwards Wed. night: Pioneer Club .. .6-7:15 p.m. K-6th grade Family dinner 5:30 p.m. (club members only) PASTOR: ISRAEL YOUNG 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 Jove. “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 ........... 1 a.m. Evening Worship ...... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: ’ Prayer Meeting......... ......... 7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School.................. 9I45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... P.M. Worship............ 11 a.m. .......... 6 Wednesday Evening: Worship ’........................................... 7 REV. ALAN METTLER 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 PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org . KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Services 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages .. .10:30 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mite East ofM-66,. 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday School ................. 10 a.m. A.M. Service.................... 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service ......................... 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY 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 CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST 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. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Located on the comer ofState and Washington streets Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday Worship Service............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School ................ 11:15 a.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 fying child who earn less than $12,590 (single) or less than $14,590 (married) in 2007' are eligible for a credit of up to $428. Access to additional computers for e­ filing is also available at the Hastings City Bank main office in Hastings, the Barry County United Way office or the YMCA. Assistance is also avail­ able for those who are filing electronically and do not have a routing or savings account number for their refund to be deposited into. Hastings City “ Bank, MainStreet Savings Bank and Union Bank are offering free savings accounts for 6 months with a voucher that can be obtained from the Barry County United Way office. Free tax preparation for people with low income is available at Community Action' Agency by -appoint­ ment only, Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. To set up an appointment call the CAA at (269) 948­ 4260. For questions or assis­ tance, contact the Barry County United Way at (269) 945-4010. liana’s cP£ace The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Tuesday — Friday S.E. Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE .6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship................ 8:30 a.m (Includes Children’s Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Schoo Worship.......... 0 a.m. 1 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road Sunday 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 PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies: United Methodist Women: 2nd Tues. Ray VanderLaan's videos, “That the World May Know," will be showing at 7 p.m. every Sunday night through March 16 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, March 1, 2008 — Page 3 Fuller Street Elementary announces March events Project Find Wednesday, March 26, Project Find will be held at Castleton Township Hall, 915 Reed St., in Nashville. Anyone who has a child 2 to 4 years old and is concerned about his or her speech or other areas of development may bring their children to this event. Watch for details in the Maple Valley News. March is Reading Month Reading Month is under­ way again at Fuller Street Elementary. This year, the school’s theme is "Reading Road Trip," with a special emphasis on activities that promote reading as a fun and enjoyable experience. This year’s reading goal is 3,200 minutes. This goal will be achieved ifevery stu­ dent reads for 15 minutes per day. Ifa child misses reading a day, he or she may read longer another day. Children have a reading log, and when he or she reads 15 minutes, parents are asked to initial one box. Students have received two calendars—one with school day activities, such as dress- up days and special features; and one with "athome activities." Parents ini- tial the calendar as their child completes each "at-home activity." When all activities have been completed and ini­ tialed, students may return the initialed calendar to school and receive a prize. ECC News In the past month, students have learned about trans­ portation, Valentine’s Day, and colors and shapes. Some of the activities they have enjoyed include playing with boats in the water at the sensory table, finger painting hearts, and playing "I Spy." They read books such as: Shapes, Shapes, Shapes by Mercer Mayer. The next themafic unit will be healthy See FULLER, page 6 Fuller Street Principal Jason Miller asks teachers to sign up for a day and time when he can read to their classroom. Pictured are (from left) Angela French, Tammy Wilde, Natalie Donovan, Glenda Steward, Jennifer Miller and Cindy Baker. !*> States, families, individuals urged to join fitness challenge ,*$•* *•• Ww Ww, iWalkw»m .*W kteiHa I 61 * MW® ।। Xu ! Bffil Tana Hoban and Just Me and My Bicycle by Gina and Students sign up to read to their principal, Jason Miller. Pictured are (from left) Tori Dickinson, Alexandria Grindey, Jaleah Bumford, Aaron Shaver, Liam Boldrey, Cayden Courier and McKenna Quinn. Grain marketing program set for March 11 Eaton County Farm Bureau and Eaton County Michigan State University Extension will host a grain marketing meeting for agri­ culture producers March 11, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Extension office in Charlotte. This meeting will cover strategic grain marketing tools to increase profitability and reduce financial risks. MSU marketing specialists Roger Betz and Jim Bilker will be lead speakers. Those interested should call the Eaton County MSU Extension office at (517) 543-2310 to register. There is no registration fee. Pets suffer in home foreclosures Most everyone is aware of the increased number of houses succumbing to fore­ closure by banks. Barry County has not been spared. Often, families who have owned these homes also have pets. When these fami­ lies realize they will no longer be able to live in their homes, the family pet or pets sometimes becomes another problem to deal with. If the family is lucky, they will move to a place where the pet can remain with the family. Sadly, this is not always the case. Across the country, and right here in Barry County, animal control officers are being called to homes where pets have been abandoned. Often these animals have gone for long periods oftime without food or water. Sometimes the officers are called in too late to save the pet. Other pets are being abandoned in rural areas, left to fend for themselves. Farmers have found dogs wandering their property, and house cats are appearing in what are wild, or feral, cat colonies. The Barry County Humane Society would like Now Scheduling Appointments MAPLE^VALLEY Accounting and Tax, LLC Jill Vanderhoef, Enrolled Agent 8870 Valley Hwy., Vermontville, MI 517-852-1500 to remind everyone that the County Animal Control Shelter does not charge a fee to bring an animal to the facility. Those who have found themselves in foreclo­ sure (or a similar situation) who have one or more pets needing homes are asked not to abandon the animals. By taking it to the County Animal Shelter, the pet will be housed and fed and have a chance for adoption. Animal abandonment is illegal and causes much suf­ fering for the animals. We Specialize in: • Individual Taxes • Farm Taxes • Small Business Taxes • Bookkeeping The President’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports is launching the first National President’s Chal­ lenge - a six-week physical activity challenge to encour­ age Americans to be more active. It kicks offMarch 20, but registration begins March 1. “The National President’s Challenge is a great way for Americans of all ages and abilities to challenge themselves to become healthier and lead more active lives,” says Acting Surgeon General Steven Galson, M.D., M.P.H. “Physical activity is incredibly important for liv­ ing well and living longer because it helps us maintain a healthy weight, build strong bones and reduce the risk of many serious dis­ eases, like heart disease, Type 2 diabetes and depres­ sion.” Many people remember the President’s Challenge, which began in 1966, as the youth fitness test they did in school. The program is now something everyone can par­ ticipate in, including youths, adults, seniors, and people with disabilities. This is the first time in its history that the President’s Council is issuing a challenge to all Americans to be active 30 minutes a day, five days a week. Joining the National President’s Challenge is easy and free. Everyone aged 6 and older is encouraged to be active five days a week for six weeks. To complete the challenge, adults 18 and older need to be active 30 minutes a day, while youths aged 6 to 17 need to be active an hour a day. Participants can set goals, log their activity, see their progress and challenge them- selves to become healthier. They can also join as an indi­ vidual or with a group — a great way to get friends, fam­ ily and co-workers moving. To register, participants can go to www.presidentschallenge.org. Mayors and governors across the country will also be participating in the National President’s Challenge by urging individ­ uals and families in their cities and states to join in getting active. The state with the highest participation will be declared the national win­ ner, and special recognition will be given to governors of the top five participating states. “With obesity rates rising and more than 25 percent of Americans leading sedentary lives, it’s more important than ever for Americans to get active,” says Melissa Johnson, executive director of the President’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports. “We hope that people across the country will rise to the challenge and join the nation in leading healthier, more active lives.” Registration for the National President’s Challenge begins March 1 and will conclude April 3. The challenge kicks off March 20, the first day of spring and concludes May 15 during National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, giving participants eight weeks to complete the sixweek program. Participants can register at www.presidentschallenge.org Cat shot in Castleton Township A cat in Castleton Township is recovering from a wound suffered after being hit with a pellet gun Feb. 15. The owner of the cat said her feline went out between 2 and 3 p.m., and when the cat returned at 9 p.m. it was act­ ing strangely. She said she investigated and discovered the wound. The cat was treated and released by a vet, and no sus­ pects have been identified. Maple Valley Syrup Association will he tapping very soon! Tie a white string around any tree you don’t want tapped! Thank You Carls, Eaton Federal Savings Bank, Maple Valley Pharmacy and Bosley Pharmacy for carrying our syrup! Ifyou are interested in volunteering or have any questions call Bonnie White 852-9189. �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, March 1,2008 — Page 4 Terry B. Hanyzewski VERMONTVILLE Dale IV. Cook NASHVILLE - Dale W. the Mackinac Bridge togeth­ Cook, age 72, of Nashville er. Dale has been a member of passed away Monday, February 25, 2008, peaceful­ the Nashville Baptist Church for over 50 years dating back ly at his Nashville home. Dale was bom in to its beginning at the small Charlotte, on August 7, Evangelical United Brethren 1935, the son of the late Church. Dale was an avid sports Willis W. and Marie E. fan and was always active (Boyles) Cook. He was raised in the even through his battle with Charlotte area and attended cancer. He loved to play Vermontville schools gradu­ softball, and played comating in 1953. Dale contin­ petatively as recently as last ued his education spending summer at the age of 72. He also the family two years at Grand Rapids was School of Bible; then com­ "Quarterback" for those back pleted his apprenticeship at yard football games with his children and grandchildren. General Motors. Dale worked for General He also enjoyed hunting, Motors for 44 years as fishing and playing chess, machine repairman until checkers and other games. At the age of 64 Dale retiring in 2003. Dale was the husband of joined the Nashville Fire Patricia (Shook) Cook. The Department. couple was married at the Even through his battle Nashville Baptist Church on with cancer Dale was ready June 30, 1984. The couple and willing to help. When his lived in the Nashville area illness limited his ability to during their married lives go on a fire-run he was at the together. deparjnent making coffee, Dale and Patricia loved to directing traffic, and helping spend time with their church with the pancake breakfast. family and friends watching His biggest joy was partici­ TV with the "Group". They pating in fire prevention also enjoyed travelling week at the local school together and have visited helping to educate young several places world wide people on the importance of including England, Israel, fire safety. and Alaska. Every year they ■Dale's competative nature looked forward to walking made him a perfect fit at the annual "water ball" competi­ tions which Dale's team of firefighters won in Delton. Dale is survived by his beloved wife Patricia; two daughters, Diane (Ernesto) Cantu Doreen (William Fey; four sons Bunge) Daniel (Jan) Cook, David (Helen) Cook, Dennis Cook, Douglas (Laurie) Cook; a daughter, step Ginger Friddle, and two step sons James (Vickie) Friddle, and Brian (Carmen) Friddle. 'Dale is also survived by four brothers, DeVere (Carol Ann) Cook, Duane (Bobbie) Cook, Dorr (Bobbie) Cook, Darwin (Elizabeth) Cook and his 30 grandchildren, and 13 great grandchildren He was preceeded i*n death by his granddaughter, Samanth Cook. Funeral services were held at The Nashville Baptist Church, on Friday, February 29, with Lester DeGroot officiating. Interment took place immediately following the funeral service Millerburg Cemetery Memorial Contributions can be made to the Nashville Fire Department, or the Nashville Baptist Church. Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. “Our Historic Places” essay contest is for fourth graders The Michigan Historic Preservation Network (MHPN) announce its third annual essay contest, entitled “Our Historic Places.” the contest, which is open to all fourth grade students, cele­ brates Michigan’s local his­ toric places and gives stu­ dents a chance to explore them. MHPN believes that par­ ticipation in the contest will encourage students to become historians in their own communities, encourag­ ing them to write about a his­ toric place in their own hometown. Essays should describe one historic site in the student’s community. This may be a historic home, commercial building, school, house of worship, farm, cemetery, bridge or other site. The chosen site should be at least 50 years old. Successful essays must briefly describe the historic site, explain its significance to the local community, and discuss the importance of its preservation for both the stu­ dent and future generations. Entries should be no more than 500 words (two typed or three handwritten pages). As part ofthe contest, edu­ cators may download a free basic historic preservation lesson plan to introduce the topic to their students at www.mhpn.org. The essay contest deadline is March 21, with the win­ ning essays announced at MHPN’s 2008 conference in May. Visit www.mhpn. “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 563365 con me & Fami,y Owner/Manager org or call (517) 371-8080 for complete rules and entry forms. The Michigan Historic Preservation Network is a non-profit organization that advocates for Michigan’s historic places to contribute to the state’s economic vitality, sense of place, and connection to its past. Terry B. Hanyzewski, age 52, of Vermontville passed away Saturday, February 23, 2008 peacefully at Vermontville home. Terry was bom in South Bend, Indiana on November 9, 1955, the son of the late William G. and Billie Jo (Miller) Hanyzewski. He was raised in the South Bend, Indiana area and attended schools there graduating high school in 1974. He was the husband of Janice (McMillan) Hanyzewski. The couple was married in Gahanna, Ohio on April 29, 1989. They lived in the South Bend area for several years until relocating to the Vermontville area to follow new career oportunities Terry worked as a plant superintendent at Aucilla Inc. in South Bend, Indiana for over 30 years. He also worked for Bridge Water in Lansing for several years after relocating to Michigan. He was a boy scout leader for several years and was a member of the "Order of the Arrow" and achieved the rank of Eagle Scout. He spent most of his sum­ mers at the family cottage on Thomapple Lake where he enjoyed boating and fishing. Along with his wife Janice the couple loved to travel and have visited several places throughout the world. Terry loved to help others and was very involved with his church; specifically the Stephen Ministries and the "Cup of Water" fund. Terry is survived by his beloved wife, Janice; three daughters, Danielle (Brent) Morton, Shirley (Phillip) Crutcher, Alexandria (Todd) Helpingstine; a son, Terry Alvin (Erica) Hanyzewski; his four brothers, Tom Miller, Ted Hanyzewski, Tim Hanyzewski, and Troy Hanyzewski. He is also survived by his 10 grandchildren. He was proceeded in death by an infant grandchild Funeral services will be held at The First United Methodist Church in Hastings, at noon on Saturday, March 1, 2008 with Pastor Cathy Brown officiating. The family will receive visitors one hour prior to service time beginning at 11 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church in Hastings The family has asked memorial contributions be sent in lieu of flowers to the "Cup of Water" Ministries. This ministry is designed to help families with financial needs during their time of crisis. Contributions can be made directly to: "Cup of Water Ministries," Hastings First United Methodist Church, 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. CALENDAR OF EVENTS Mar. 3 Mar. 4 Mar. 5 Mar. 8-9 Mar. 10 Mar. 13 Mar. 15 Mar. 15 Mar. 18 Mar. 29 Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Dog Developmental Committee Meeting, 6:30 p.m., First Presbyterian Church in Hastings. Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Poultry Leader Training, Kettunen Center. Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Dairy Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Shooting Sports Developmental Committee Meeting, 5 p.m., Barry County Conservation Club. Winter Trap Shoot, 6 p.m., Barry County Conservation Club. Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Location TBA. Swine Workshop, 9 a.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. SOCIAL NEWS Cooley-Graham Eckert-Felder Vermontville Township Kelley Marie Eckert of Debra Cooley and Steven Library offers assistance Graham wish to announce Clinton Township and Paul The Vermontville Township Library has secured the services of a vol­ unteer who is available to help community members grasp the basics of how to function in a Windows envi­ ronment and explore "cyber- Henry Felder ofNashville are their engagement. Deb is a second grade engaged to be married. space" through hands-on The bride-to-be is the experiences using the World teacher for Maple Valley Wide Web, e-mail, news Schools. Steve is employed daughter of Anthony and Kimberly Eckert of Clinton groups, chats, blogs, at Kent Oil & Propane. libraries, and databases. A July 26,2008 wedding is Township, and her fiance is the son of Henry and Topics can include operat- being planned. Catherine Felder of ing-system concepts; docu­ Nashville. ment concepts; creating, Kelley and Paul are both open, save, save as, delete; graduates of Wayne State folder concepts; creating University. Both chose folders, moving documents careers in the field of educabetween folders; tool bars; tion. cut, copy, paste. There will A June 2008 wedding is be an overview some basic planned. software programs, such as Word, Excel (spreadsheet) and more. The actual topics dis­ cussed will be determined by the needs of the students. This one-on-one assistance will be done by appointment, using library equipment. To make an appointment for computer assistance, con­ tact the library (517) 726­ 1362. CALL 269-945-9554 any time for Action-ads! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, March 1,2008 — Page 5 Fuller Street third graders learn life skills to prevent substance abuse by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Terese Maupin-Moore, a school-based preventionist with Barry County Substance Abuse Services (BCSAS), is currently teaching third grade students at Fuller Street Elementary School a six-week Life Skills course designed to prevent substance abuse among young people. Last week, Maupin-Moore spent half an hour in each of Fuller Street’s four third grade classrooms talking to students about friendship— what it means to be and have a friend. Maupin-Moore asked the students what they liked to do with their friends and the children listed playing video games, riding bikes and other activities. “Sometimes my friend gets mad at me when I don’t want to do the same thing,” said a boy in Nichole Hansen’s class. “Do we always have to like what our friends like?” asked Maupin-Moore. “Can we like different things and still be friends?” “It would be kind of bor­ ing if everybody liked the same thing,” responded a girl in the same class. Matt Schaub shows his drawing of friendship to Terese Maupin-Moore, a school-based preventionist with Barry County Substance Abuse Services, who is teaches a six-week life skills course to third and seventh grade students in schools throughout Barry County. Fitness instructor certification available at HGB Wellness Center The Hayes Green Beach (HGB) Wellness Center is hosting an Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA) Group Exercise Instructor Certification Class Saturday, March 1, for anyone interest­ ed in becoming a group exer­ cise instructor. AFAA is the world's largest fitness and telefitness educator. The class will be a review of AFAA's basic exercise standards and guide­ lines, anatomy, exercise sci­ ence, exercise evaluation and exam criteria. The day will conclude with practical and Full written exams. Participants must be CPRcertified and have some experience teaching group exercise. Self study materials are also available from AFAA and must be reviewed before the class. The cost is $299 for nonHGB employees and $225 for HGB employees or mem­ bers of the wellness center. To register, call Jake Campbell (517) 541-1050, ext. 1360. For more information about HGB and its services, visit www.hgbhealth.com. service hair, nail and tanning salon 226 N. Main • Nashville 517-852-1757 Spring Break $K*"nUnU vr>rErE SPECIAL offer good through 3/31/2008 W# (1 Month Unlimited) (EVENING TANNING AVAILABLE) Michelle Snowdeni Hours: (Starting Tue., March 11 & Sat., March 15)) s Tuesdays 9-5 • Every Other Saturday 9-12 \Acryllcs • Manicures • Pedicures Call for your appt, toda Maupin-Moore and the students discussed how friends sometimes compro­ mise and participate in activ­ ities that aren’t necessarily their favorite things to do and next time their friend might do the same for them. “There’s what we call a give-and-take in friendships,” said Maupin-Moore. “But sometimes our friends might want to do something that isn’t safe for their bodies and that’s when we have to be our own best friend and decide what is safe for our bodies.” Maupin-Moore then read a poem “Jelly Beans Up Your Nose” that illustrated the point that sometimes it is best not to follow the crowd, because following the crowd could be dangerous. “What does the poem mean? Maupin-Moore asked after she finished read­ ing. “Don’t stick things up your nose,” volunteered a student. “Just because someone cool does something doesn’t mean you should do it too,” said another. “Yes, you don’t have to do something just because someone cool does it. You have to be your own best friend first and keep your body safe,” explained Maupin-Moore. Next Maupin-Moore led the children through a survey of personality traits that make a person a good friend such as creativity, caring, a sense of humor, loyalty and more. When students fin­ ished their surveys, she asked them to turn their papers over and draw a pic­ ture of them enjoying one of their favorite activities with a friend. “This is a federally approved, research-based program that teaches chil­ dren basic life skills that they can use to prevent substance abuse, and meets the Michigan Model for Health, ” said Maupin-Moore, who has been teaching the bourse to third graders in every school district in Barry County for six years. “My first third graders are now in eighth grade and my first seventh graders are now graduates.” The third grade program is reinforced in seventh grade with a six- to eight-week program called Project Alert, Students on Northwestern Ohio dean’s list The University • of Northwestern Ohio has released its dean’s list for the January 2008 session for stu­ dents in its college of tech­ nologies. Mark Herr of Bellevue and Adam Fox and Jordan Munsters of Sunfield were among the full-time students who achieved a grade-point average of 3.5 or better. Barry County Substance Abuse Service school-based preventionist Terese Maupin-Moore talks to students in Nichole Hansen’s third grade class about what it means to be a friend. which is geared toward help­ ing pre- and young teens make healthy choices. Maupin-Moore said she will begin teaching Project Alert in area schools Friday, March 14. “These programs target third and seventh grade stu­ dents because statistics show that these are the ages when children are making choic­ es,” said Maupin-Moore. “In the third grade Life Skills class, the students learn about self-esteem, decisionmaking, how to be a good friend, smoking, how to say, ‘no,’ how to keep our bodies safe, and how to take pre­ scription medication safely.” Maupin-Moore said that Starlite Kitchens & Baths while the Life Skills program recently lost some regional See LIFE, page 6 Visit website for Online Coupon! www.StariiteKitchens.com/promotion Cabinetry for nearly all budgets! Free house call & estimate! Remodel/NewConstruction Jennifer Neel) (616) 889-1340 1039 Fourth Ave, Lalee Od essa,, MI — Inside Thompson Interiors ARE you LOOKING FOR A SAFE, RELIABLE, AND CARING ENVIRONMENT FOR YOUR CHILD BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL? THE MAPLE VALLEY LATCHKEY PROGRAM OFFERS: Safe and convenient delivery to your child's school building: No need to walk to a bus stop or wait outside in inclement weather. Available childcare when the school schedule changes: When there is a school delay... the morning session of the Latchkey Program is open at 6:00 a.m. Homework Assistance: The Latchkey Program works with the students' teachers to coordinate homework needs Minimum of television and video time: We have videos available, but we don't have time for them. We are too busy having fun. Staff trained in CPR and First Aid For more information on the Maple Valley School Latchkey Program contact Terry Woodman 852-9421 or visit us in the multi-purpose room a Fuller before or after school to se our program has to offer MV children. --- �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, March 1,2008 — Page 6 FULLER, continued from page 3 living. With this unit, stu­ dents will explore nutritious foods, good hygiene prac­ tices and visiting the doctor and the dentist. Early 4s In March, Early 4s stu­ dents will learn about Dr. Seuss, the circus, transporta­ tion and grandparents. They are going to see the Shrine circus Wednesday, March 12. The children said they are excited to see all of the animals and circus perform­ ers. Kindergarten Kindergartners celebrated the 100th day of school by bringing 100 things to count and counting by tens. They had a special 100th day treat and have been practicing writing numbers and count­ ing by Is, 2s, 5s and 10s. Kindergartners are also learning to count money. In social studies they are learning about core demo­ cratic value and truth. They also talked about how impor­ tant it is to tell the truth. Students have learned most letters and sounds and are learning to apply them to their reading and writing. Teachers say they kinder­ garten students are excited to discover that they can read. Students take home many lit­ tle books to practice. Along with journal writing, stu­ dents write class books to read. For reading month, the hall is decorated with race­ cars driven by many differ­ ent characters. Come and visit the kindergarten to share in the excitement. First Grade News Parents can help their first grade students at home by following up the school’s 100th day of school celebra­ tion and discovering how many ways to count to 100. For reading month, look for a calendar of events and complete each activity with the children. It is important for parents to read to and read with their first graders every ay and show them how much fun books can be. Riddle for the month: How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a ti one way to exp longer words.) ets of change count it; they Always be on th fun ways to use tion they are school. Second Gra Each classro assessing skill cards that wil home March math facts, telling time, frac­ tions, and spelling words with vowel teams (ai, ay, ea, ee, oa, oe). It is important to encour­ age children to do their very best every day whether for a test or seatwork. In math, students are working on measuring to the nearest inch, subtraction facts and carrying with answers over 99. Parts of stories such as plot, setting and characters is an area students work on when reading a story. Students also are reviewing the four syllable types in spelling (closed, open, magic e, vowel team). Not only will this help with spelling but also when sounding out unknown words. During reading month, encourage children to read, read and read some more. Reading is a:skill that will always be needed and can always be improved upon. LIFE, continued from page 6 Alex Musser, Kyle Hoover and Taylor Lloyd draw pictures showing things they like to do with friends during a life skills class taught by Terese Maupin-Moore. funding, it is now receiving funding through Barry County United Way. The staff at BCSAS has “jug­ gled” its budget to allow the program to continue in coun­ ty schools. “It used to be an eightweek program but now we’re doing it in six,” said Maupin- Moore. “We’re just doing more with less because we didn’t want to ask the schools to fund the pro­ gram.” Fuller Street third grade teacher Amanda Archer said she and other teachers really appreciate Maupin-Moore’s efforts. “Terese is always so patient and kind with the kids,” she said. “They really do listen to what she says and they talk about it later. It really deals with everyday life and is very appropriate for their age. I like that it aligns with the Michigan Health Model.” Gaelic Storm, Glenn Miller Orchestra to perform in Charlotte The traditional Irish/Celtic band, Gaelic Storm, will bring its high-energy music to the Charlotte Performing Arts Center Wednesday, March 12, at 7:30 p.m. Featured in the block­ buster movie Titanic, Gaelic Three students from Maple Valley Junior High School have been named local winners in Storm performs more than the 39th annual America and Me essay contest, sponsored by Farm Bureau Insurance. 125 dates a year and routineThe three students who placed first, second and third place, respectively, for their school ly breaks attendance and merchandise sales records, are Casey Eldridge, Savannah Carroll and Makenzi Leinhart. pushing. its popularity All three received certificates for their achievement. beyond the world music Three Jr. high students named essay contest winners genre and into the main­ stream sector. Tickets are $27 and may be purchased by calling the Charlotte Performing Arts Center box office at (517) 541-5690. Good seats are still avail­ able. Tickets also are avail­ able online at www.CPAC presents.com. Groups of 12 or more may take. advantage of a group sales discount for this per- formance. Call the box office for more information. A limited number of seats are available for the Glenn Miller Orchestra perform­ ance Sunday, March 9, at 7 p.m. It is best to purchase tickets to this event directly through the box office at (517) 541-5690. Quantities are limited. For additional informa­ tion, contact Gavin Smith at (517) 541-5691. Fuller Street, Putnam partner for a Road Trip In honor of March is Reading Month, Fuller Street Elementary . and Putnam District Library have joined to support students as they embark on a Reading Road Trip. In addition to the many activities and events sched­ uled at Fuller Street Elementary designed to encourage young readers, the library is hosting three spe­ cial reading month events. Students are encouraged to bring to the library their ‘License to Read,’ which they will be issued at school. They will then receive a ‘Passport to Read’ from the library. Each time they attend a library event and continue on their reading journey, library See TRIP, page 10 (excludes sale items) 33% OFF W/j McCall, Simplicity ^’ & Kwik Sew Patterns < ______- ENDS 3/31/08 - 218 E. State St., Hastings • 945-9673 1 J OPEN: Monday-Thursday 8 am-530 pm; OPEN:Monday-Thursday8am-530pm; Friday 8 am-7 pm; Saturday 9 am-5:30 pm H) Hulst Cleaners Pick-Up Stat/on~~|— �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, March 1,2008 — Page 7 BCF scholarship deadline is April 1 by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Erin Welker from the Barry Community Foundation said she hopes students remember that the deadline to apply for scholar­ ships through the online application process is April 1. The new online process began Jan. 28. Students may fill out the form and apply for up to 10 scholarships. The deadline for applying is April 1. “We think this will save paper and perhaps encourage students to apply for scholar­ ships they might not have known about,” said Welker. New federal guidelines for scholarship donors have made this move necessary for many local groups. The first step for students is to fill out a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form. This is required to establish financial need. Information about filling out the FAFSA is available at www.fafsa.org. Financial aid officers encourage students to submit the FAFSA by March 1. Welker said students must have an e-mail address before filling out the online form. “Free e-mail addresses are available from several differ­ ent providers,” explained Welker. “Students who do not have an e-mail address should check with their guid­ ance office for assistance.” Those who do not have access to a computer at home may use computers at local libraries or again check with their schools to see if a com­ puter may be used there. Students can go to the main menu at www.barrycf. org, click on the scholarship link, and follow the direc­ tions for filling out the form. “We encourage students to print out their form before they click the submit button. They have to send in a hard copy of the application by April 1,” she added. “Following the directions SHOW, continued front page 1- —w pi i kut^i tenk irbeihi rtnt's MW A mimClutt use all-terrain vehicles to make it easier for physically challenged people to view the automobiles and take part in other activities, such as oldies music provided by Nashville’s own "Music Man" Kyle Christopher. The car club’s next meet­ ing is set for 7 p.m. Monday, March 3, at the St. Cyril Catholic Church hall located on Maple Street in Nashville. Anyone interested in help­ ing or getting involved with the event is urged to contact a car club member: Tim and Cindy Allwardt, Pee Wee Andrews, Bernie and Ruth Hickey, Fred Bylsma, Pat and Denny Priddy, Dan Kellogg, Terry Kellogg, Pat and Larry Hynes, Larry Hook and Loretta Pixley, Bill and Bonnie Maker, Ralph Rasey or Barney Silsbee. Those who would like more information also may call Ruth Hickey at (517) 852-0925 or Ralph Rasey (517) 726-0036. for each scholarship is important.” Welker noted. “Some scholarships will require an additional essay, so it is really important to follow the instructions.” Another technique stu­ dents should use is to write their essays using Microsoft Word. “This way, students will be able to spell-check their essays, then cut and paste them to the application,” she said. “Spell-checking is not available on the foundation site.” Other requirements may be letters bf recommenda­ tion. The number of recom­ mendations may vary among scholarships. The grade point averages may be different for scholar­ ships, as well. Students may apply for up to 10 scholarships on the online application. They do not have to have been accepted by a college or uni­ versity at the time they apply for a scholarship. Essays that are required include long- and short-term goals, the student’s greatest challenge, community serv­ ice, the person who influ­ enced the student's career path, and why they are applying for a scholarship. Each essay can be no longer than 500 words. “This is about one page of typing,” Welker says. “We want students to write detailed, but short, essays.” SOCIAL Students also will have to Websites. (269) 945-0526. send in photos of themselves Students who need help In 2009, the online appli­ no larger than a 4-by-6-inch filling out applications cation process is expected to print. They should always should call the Foundation at begin on Jan. 1. print two copies of their application before hitting the “submit” button. One will be submitted with any additional require­ ments and a photo to the Foundation by April 1. The Sunfield United The Sunny Crest Youth Students should keep one copy of the application at Methodist Church is inviting Ranch is now under con­ men and boys ofthe commu­ struction, and is located on home. Welker stressed that each nity to a Palm Sunday break­ M-43, west of Sunfield. The menu will include application will be assigned fast, March 16, at 7:30 a.m. The church is located at 227 scrambled eggs and ham, a number and that members Logan, at the comer of Third rolls, orange juice, milk and of the committee reviewing and Logan streets. coffee. the scholarships will not Ron Coppess from Sunny During the breakfast an know the name of the stu­ Crest Youth Ranch will be offering will be received that dents submitting applica­ speaker this year. Coppess will go to Sunny Crest Youth tions, only a number. and his volunteers have been Ranch. “We want all students to a positive force in the com­ Please RSVP to the church know that the applications munity, to bring about the at (517) 566-8448 or e-mail will be reviewed fairly and reality of a future home for sumcoffice@centurytel.net impartially,” Welker said. boys. Raychel Morrish will by March 10 to make a reser­ The online application provide special music. vation. also may be used by those applying for non-traditional scholarships such as the Mom’s scholarship or the Located next to M-66 Tire at Business and Professional 7765 Saddlebag Lake Rd. (M-66) Women’s scholarship. Applicants for these scholarLake Odessa, Ml ships should follow the to your Car, Truck, requirements. 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Learn to get the most from e-commerce during the "E­ Commerce Web Page Design and eBay Sales Workshop" sponsored by Eaton County Michigan State University (MSU) Extension Thursday, March 6, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the West Campus of Lansing Community College. Participants will receive hands-on training in e-commerce Web page design, online auction access and computer safety and security issues. Instructors are Tom Donaldson of LCC’s Michigan Small Business and Technology Development Center; Dan Machuk, a registered eBay instructor; and George Silva, MSU Extension educator in Eaton County. The $50 registration fee, which includes handouts and lunch, is due by Feb. 29. The class is limited to 15 partici­ pants. To register or receive more information, contact the Eaton County MSU Extension office at (517) MENUS 543-2310 or fax (517) 543­ 8119. More information and the registration form can be found at http://webl.msue. msu.edu/eaton/ecommercewebpage.pdf. Maple Valley Elementary Menu Charlton Park receives conservation bookshelf IMLS and its cooperator, endeavor to computerize the the American Association collection, by providing upfor State and Local History to-date resources concerning (AASLH), will award a total national best practices in of 2,000 free sets of the museum work,” said Keith IMLS Bookshelf by the end Murphy, interim administra­ tor at Charlton Park. of 2008. “We are pleased to “Charlton Park holds jn trust a broad spectrum of announce the first group of artifacts, ranging from large IMLS Bookshelf recipients. agricultural equipment to These small libraries and textiles to pocket watches. museums are taking up the The IMLS Bookshelf will charge to care for America’s assist the park staff as theyheritage,” said Anne-Imelda Radice IMLS director. “A recent national study tells a sobering story about the state of America’s library and museum collections. Without immediate action, we stand to lose important Nashville Red Cross Ions. Dean said the Red Cross collections that are at the Blood Drive Chairperson Doreen Dean deemed the appreciates the owners and heart ofthe American story.” Charlton Park is among February blood drive at staff of Mulberry Gardens Mulberry Gardens a success. Restaurant and Banquet the first to receive this essen­ “The February blood drive facility for allowing them to tial set of resources based on went very well despite the use their space each month an application describing the bad weather,” she said. “We and for everything they do to needs and plans for care of had 52 donors present and help the drive run smoothly. were able to get 47 pints of The next blood drive is set blood. The donors were for 1 to 6:45 p.m. Thursday, treated to sandwiches and April 10, at Mulberry. homemade cookies.” Gardens Restaurant and The Vermontville There were two first-time Banquet Facility, 975 N. Township Library will celedonors and four donors Main St., Nashville. "March is Reading received pins: John Miller, Donors must-be at least 17 brate six gallons; John Goodner, years of age, weigh 110 Month" with three special on Tuesday three gallons; Judith pounds or more and be in programs evenings. Starring, one gallon; and reasonably good health. March 11, the library will Kari Zimmerman, seven gal-' Treasured objects and arti­ facts held by Charlton Park will be preserved for future generations with help from the IMLS Connecting to Collections Bookshelf, a core set of conservation books, DVDs, and online resources donated by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), the pri­ mary source of federal fund­ ing of the nation’s museums and libraries. Weather doesn’t deter Nashville area donors its collections. The IMLS spotlight on the needs of Bookshelf focuses on collec­ America’s collections, espe­ tions typically found in art or cially those held by smaller history museums and in institutions, which often lack libraries’ special collections, the human and financial with an added selection of resources necessary to ade­ texts for zoos, aquaria, pub- quately care for their collec­ lic'gardens, and nature cen­ tions. The Institute of Museum ters. Its addresses such topics as the philosophy and ethics and Library Services is the of collecting, collections primary source of federal management and planning, support for the nation’s 122,000 libraries and 17,500 emergency preparedness, and culturally specific con­ museums. The institute’s servation issues. mission is to create strong The IMLS Bookshelf is a libraries and museums that crucial component of connect people to informa­ Connecting to Collections: A tion aijd ideas. The institute Call to Action, a conserva­ works at the national level tion initiative that the insti­ and in coordination with tute launched in 2006. IMLS state and local organizations began the initiative in to sustain heritage, culture, response to a 2005 study by and knowledge; enhance Heritage Preservation docu­ learning and innovation; and menting the dire state of the support professional devel­ nation’s collections. The opment. To learn more about multi-faceted, multi-year ini­ the institute, please visit tiative shines a nationwide www.imls.gov. Monday, March 3 Toasty dog. Tater -tots, pineapple, cookie. Tuesday, March 4 Cheesie bread sticks. Spaghettios, carrot sticks, peaches. Wednesday, March 5 Letter shaped nuggets. Mashed potatoes, peaches, letter shaped snacks. Thursday, March 6 Fuller Cottage Inn. Pizza Hot Pocket. Tossed salad, pears, animal crackers. Friday, March 7 No School. Maple Valley JrJSr. High Lunch Menu Monday, March 3 Cheesie bread sticks. Spaghettios, carrot sticks, apple crisp. Salad Bar. Tuesday, March 4 Grilled cheese. Tomato soup, green beans, peaches. Mexican Bar. Wednesday, March 5 Fried chicken. Mashed potatoes gravy, coleslaw, applesauce. Mini Bar. Thursday, March 6 Kellogg Cottage Inn. Chili w/com bread. Whole kernel com, asparagus, pears. Burger/Chicken Bar. Friday, March 7 No School. Note: Entree’s available daily: Cheeseburger, variety of chicken sandwiches, pizza, popularity of comic books, peanut butter and jelly sand­ and graphic novels for young wich, fish sandwich, honey and peanut butter sandwich, 6 people. March 25, the library will ozs. yogurt w/string cheese. hold a "Pigeon Party" cele­ Sides available daily: garden brating the "Pigeon" books salad, juice, fresh fruit. Milk written by Mo Willems. All is included with all full meal purchases. Second available ages are welcome. All programs will begin at on vegetables at no additional 6:30 p.m. -in the library. charge. Assorted bread choic­ Registration is suggested but es daily. not required. Library celebrates reading month hold a bedtime story hour for parents and young children. March 18, a special, pro­ gram for the 10 and older crowd, "Get graphic @ your library" will be held. This will explore the growing Snow and ice buildup can slow or delay mail service As the area experiences snowfall and ice storms this winter, the United States Postal Service requests help in clearing snow and ice from the approach to mail boxes. “Mountains of snow and rivers of ice in front of mail boxes play havoc , with mail delivery,” says Sabrina Todd, Postal Service Maple Valley Athletic Boosters REVERSE RAFFLE Saturday, April 19, 2008 Mulberry Gardens Banquet Facility 975 N. Main St. (M-66), Nashville, Ml * Registration begins at 5 pm * Buffet Dinner begins at 6 pm * Drawing starts at 7 pm Only 250 tickets being sold/18 Winning Tickets (need not be present to win) 06667922 RESERVE YOUR TICKET TODAY NAME_______________ ._____________ ADDRESS _________________________ CITY, STATE _______________________ ZIP CODE _________________________ PHONE # _________________________ Number of-tickets@$100 ea See any Athletic Booster Member for tickets or __________MAIL PAYMENT TO: Tai Gearhart 825 S. Hanover St., Hastings, Ml 49058 (269) 967-1219 * 250 Tickets Available/First Come First Serve spokesperson for the Greater Michigan District. “Your help in maintaining a clear path to the mail box - includ­ ing steps, porches, walkways and street approach — will help us maintain consistent delivery service.” Customers receiving door delivery should make sure their sidewalks, steps and porches are clear. Customers receiving curbside delivery should remove snow piles left by snow plows to keep access to their mailboxes clear for letter carriers. According to Todd-, deliv­ ery service may be delayed or curtailed whenever streets or walkways present haz­ ardous conditions for letter carriers or when snow is plowed against mailboxes. The U.S. Postal Service cur­ tails delivery only after care- COBB WELL DRILLING GREPAIR • 7 Day Service • Pumps Installed & Repaired • Service On Submersible Pumps • 2” - 5” Well Drilling and Repair fill consideration, and only as a last resort. Any curtailed mail is attempted the next delivery day. Customers might want to consider putting their mail on hold if hazardous condi­ tions are expected at thenlocation for more than three days, advises Todd. “We appreciate the efforts of dur customers as they work to provide their mail carrier with a safe approach to the mail box,” she adds. Collection boxes.also need to be kept clear for cus­ tomers to deposit their mail and for the U.S. Postal Service to collfect the mail for delivery, Todd says. Residents and businesses with collection boxes near their property are asked to keep them clear of snow and ice. Maple Valley business owners group to meet The Maple Valley busi­ ness owners group will hold its next meeting at 7 a.m. Monday, March 3, at the Castleton Township Hall, 915 Reed St., Nashville. The group currently is dis­ cussing the possibility of a Downtown Development Authority for the village of Nashville. The public is wel­ come to attend. Wanted: Standing Timber call Hughes Logging LLC Since 1980 Leonard Hughes Jr. (517) 852-9040 Log With Horses or Skidder 06664087 Hansbarge Heating 30 Years Experience Estimates Available 517-726-0377 356 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Richard Cobb David Cobb Ml Lie. #1748 LC S INSURED Vermontville. Ml COLE HAIVSBAREER Owner RUUD Featuring Ruud Eas Furnaces and Air Conditioners. 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PLEASE CALL (269)962-2015 SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies TRIP, continued from page 6 staff will stamp the students’ passports. Tuesday evening, March 5, preschool and lower-ele­ mentary-age children and their families are invited to a special nighttime story time at the library. This evening will be a celebration of Dr. Seuss and will feature books and activities honoring this favorite author. Everyone is welcome to wear pajamas and slippers to the library for this event, which begins at 7 p.m. Two daytime story times are scheduled for 11 a.m. Friday, March 7 and 21. There is no school for Maple Valley students on these days, and parents are encour­ aged to bring preschool and lower-elementary-age chil­ dren. Books and activities both days will focus On the theme of travel. Join the fun with friends at the library. Putnam District Library serves all students of Maple Valley Schools and residents of Castleton, Maple Grove, and Assyria townships. Library hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays arid Wednesdays; 3 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays; and 9 a.m. to noon on Saturdays. Hayes Green Beach Hospital (HGB) wants to remind patients who use its sharps disposal program that Tuesday, April 1, will be the last day the hospital will accept red hazardous materi­ als containers. After that, the BD Safe Clips will be the only sharps container that will be accept­ ed. The BD Safe Clip is a con­ venient way to store up to 1,500 needles, according to Randy Owens, HGB’s facili­ ties director. "Simply clip off the insulin syringe or pen needle and it is stored safely in the BD device," he explains. "The syringe is then safe for regular household trash." HGB’s previous program exchanged and replaced patients’ holders with a red biohazard container. On April 1, however, the hospi­ tal will accept only the BD Safe Clips. "Until then, red biohazard containers or heavy plastic laundry detergent bottles with a lid will be accepted, however, milk cartons will not be accepted as needles can poke through, posing a hazard for staff who handle them," says Owens. Sharps containers may be brought to the HGB outpa­ tient registration desk from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays until the end of March. A staff person trained in medical waste will meet patients to take the sharps and provide patients with a free BD clip. "Safety is a No. 1 issue for the hospital," Owens states. "We also take pride in being able to offer the clips free of charge as a community service. We hope people will take advantage ofthis offer." For more information, call (517) 541-5920; WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Richard Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 0076 NASHVILLE NASHVILLE HWY. HW VERMONTVILLE ! 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. Now accepting MasterCard & Visa womwo 06663312 2008 BOARD OF REVIEW NOTICE Vermontville Township P.O. Box 215 Vermontville, MI 49096 2008 BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING SCHEDULE The Vermontville Township Board of Review for 2008 will be held at the Vermontville Opera House, 230 S. Main St. on the following dates: Tuesday, March 4,7:00 p.m. for an Organizational Meeting. Petitions will be heard on: Monday, March 10,9:00 a.m. to 12:00 and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. = Appeal Hearing. Tuesday, March 11,1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. = Appeal Hearing. The Board of Review will meet as many more days as deemed necessary to hear questions, protests, and to equalize the 2008 assessments. By board resolution, residents are able to protest by letter, provided protest letter is received prior to March 8. The tentative ratios and multipliers for each class of real property and personal property for 2008 are as follows: Agricultural Commercial Residential Industrial Personal Property RATIO MULTIPLIER 50.00% 50.00% 50.00% 50.00% 50.00% 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 Americans With Disabilities (ADA) Notice: The Township willl pro­ vide necessary reasonable services to individuals with disabilities at the Board of Review meetings upon three (3) days notice. Contact Russell Laverty, 6967 N. Ionia Rd., Vermontville, MI. Telephone No 517.726.1115. ... Youth soccer extends registration deadline The Maple Valley Youth Soccer program has extended its registration deadline to Friday, March 7, because of the weather and road condi­ tions during the scheduled sign-up nights. This will be players’ last chance to register for the spring soccer season. Registration is open to EARTH has many animals available for adoption. In­ cluding horses, dogs, cats, rabbits and goats. Right now we are having a Adopt-ACat special for $40! All cats are UTD, spayed and tested. Also many small lap dogs for adoption. Many nice rid­ ing horse and pasture pets. Adopt 1 horse and get the second for no adoption fee!! www.earfhservices.org 269­ 962-2015. LEGAL NOTICE EWING WELL DRILLING Deadline approaching for change in INC. sharps disposal program at HGB OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP Commission bdlfU CoUfilU Farm anyone between the ages for four and 15. Practices will begin the week ofApril 14, and will be held in the evenings. Games will be played on Saturday mornings from April 19 to May 31. Any questions can be directed to Brenda Green at (517) 852-1626. NOTICE There will be a public informational meeting concerning the Castleton-Maple Grove-Nashville EMS service on March 6, 2008 at the Castleton Township Office at 7 p.m. The office is located at 915 Reed St. Nashville, MI 49073. The public is encouraged to attend. Auxiliary aids and services will be provided to individuals with dis­ abilities at the meeting upon five days notice to the Secretary/TYeasurer of the board. Individuals with disabilities requiring these aids or services should contact the Secretary/TYeasurer in writing or by calling: Lorna L. Wilson, Secretary/TYeasurer Castleton Township 915 Reed St. P.O. Box 679 Nashville, MI 49073 517-852-9479 This notice is in compliance with Michigan’s Open Meetings Act Public No. 267 of 1976 as amended. 06668269 STATE OF MICHIGAN JUDICIAL DISTRICT 56TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION/POSTING AND NOTICE OF ACTION CASE NO. 07-1599-DO Court Address 1045 Independence Blvd., Charlotte, Ml Court telephone: 517-543-7500 Plaintiff Jana L. Merica 1923 S. Perkey Charlotte, Ml 48813 v Defendant Cory Roy-Don Merica 309 Cleveland Nashville, Ml 49073 TO: Cory Roy-Don Merica IT IS ORDERED: You are being sued by plaintiff in this court to obtain a judgement of divorce. You must file your answer or take other action per­ mitted by law in this court at the court address above on or before APRIL 15, 2008. If you fail to do so, a default judgment may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint filed in this case. A copy of this order shall be published once each week in MAPLE VALLEY NEWS for three consecutive weeks, and proof of publication shall be filed in this court. A copy of this order shall be sent to CORY MERICA at the last known address by registered mail, return receipt requested, date of the last publication, and the affidavit of mailing shall be filed with this court. Date: 2/20/08 8 Judge Thomas S. Eveland For everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics (269) 945-9554 on Aging Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Hearty Menu Monday, March 3 Chili, peas and carrots, mandarin oranges, saltine crackers. Tuesday, March 4 Shepards pie, Calif, blend vegetables, diced peaches, wheat bread. Wednesday, March 5 BBQ chicken, stewed tomatoes, carrots, grape juice, hamburger bun. Thursday, March 6 Spaghetti noodles, mari­ nara sauce and meat, winter blend vegetables, pineapple tidbits. Friday, March 7 Scrambled eggs, pancakes, country potatoes w/onions and peppers, orange juice. Cold Menu Monday, March 3 Italian pasta salad, tomato salad, pineapple . tidbits, whole wheat bread. Tuesday, March 4 Chicken pasta salad, broc­ coli raisin salad, plums, saltine crackers. Wednesday, March 5 Pork w/Swiss cheese, mari­ nated vegetables, diced pears, wheat bread. Thursday, March 6 Sliced turkey, carrot raisin salad , mandarin oranges, wheat bread. Friday, March 7 Cottage cheese, pea and cheese salad, tropical fruit, wheat bread. Activities Calendar Monday, March 3: Hastings - March Birthday Party; Card Making 12:30 p.m. Crafts 10:30 a.m.; Watercolor 1 p.m.; Nashville 5 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, March 4: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Beg. Line Dance Noon; Bible Study 12:30 p.m. GL Cards 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 5: Hastings Nails; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m.; Kathy Davis 10:45 a.m. Property Tax Info. Delton - Mini Massage 10:30 a.m.; Reminiscence. Nashville - BP Clinic. Thursday, March 6: Hastings - Morehouse Kids; Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Beg. Line Dance Noon; Beading 5 p.m. Nashville Kathy Davis 11:15 a.m. Property Tax Info. Delton Puzzles/Trivia. Friday, March 7: Hastings - Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m.; Mixed Media Painting 9:30 a.m.; Model Railroad 12 p.m. Woodland - Visiting; Mini Massage 11 a.m. Village Planning Commission Meeting Dates 2008-2009 March 11,2008 April 8,2008 May 13,2008 June 10,2008 July 8,2008 August 12,2008 September 9,2008 October 14,2008 November 11,2008 December 9,2008 January 13,2009 February 10,2009 March 10,2009 April 14,2009 May 12,2009 June 9,2009 July 14,2009 August 11,2009 ♦♦Meetings begin at 7pm at the village office, 121 Eastside Drive, Vermontville, MI 49096 Any person or persons requiring accommodations should contact the Village Clerk at 726-1429. The Village ofVermontville has adopted policies of non-discrimination and complies with all federal, state and local laws of the American with Disabilities Act. 06668274 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, March 1,2008 — Page 11 Fuller students raise funds for American Heart Association NW W *SS I &' by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Last week, 30 second and third grade students at Fuller Street Elementary skipped class and skipped rope for an hour to raise $1,473 for the American Heart Association by participating in Jump Rope for Heart. The children who collect­ ed pledges for the American Heart Association spent an hour jumping and skipping rope, some even attempting the double-Dutch orjumping with one or two friends while the soundtrack from High School Musical played, and sipping water and munching cookies . donated by the Nashville Subway restau­ rant. “This is the second year we’ve done Jump Rope for Heart,” said volunteer organ­ izer Angela Rhode. “The main reason we do this fundraiser is because it allows our students to raise money to help fight heart disease and get involved in the community while they also do something that is healthy for their hearts.” The student who brought in the most pledges, third grader Audrey Reid, who raised $180 for the American Heart Association, was rewarded by being named “Principal for a Day,” and recently spent a day shadow­ ing Fuller Street Elementary principal Jason Miller. **s Ajtl °fetlt A *£S *SJ at^L 8:: *SB J** ’feta; ■; ' *2 fei'H •*i» 5’^mfa] mfa] »!ta> •Mlh! Pfc F|fe.feii *K** r»; Mite fed i I Ww |f*iM*ilMlit '“iHn Eg" Into, fed I; । . ta-WnjNII ; llkfehsfe. er ’ !«M[il(Mil M.fedi Hisms-Kite fid iMufnptiW 6 Dttai-feiW® in: te® fert-BFIk ltasij> !C jHiji^-fed® Bfc Uk M 8 yu yukli^ es W ft® fi $ _ jl 0£J1 w1*1® i* . uffl uffl 13 A# These three girls try jumping rope together during the Jump Rope for Heart fundraiser. Fuller Street Elementary volunteer Angela Rhode leads second and third grade students through stretches before they start jump roping during the school’s Jump Rope for Heart fundraiser. COUNCIL, continued from page 1 Nashville to balance the services budget for the remainder ofthe 2007-08 fis­ cal year. Village council trustee James Dunham asked if the extra funding was enough to keep the EMS, “in the black,” for* the rest of- the year. “Hopefully. If not, we’re going to have to have an awful lot of bake sales,” quipped Coll, who. added that the EMS board has scheduled a special public hearing for 7 p.m. Thursday, March 6, to discuss the ser­ vice’s budget woes and what can be done to alleviate them. In other action related to the 2008-09 budget, the council approved a motion to increase the wages of all fulland part-time Department of Public Works (DPW) employees and Nashville police officers and the vil­ lage water clerk by 50 cents and the village clerk’s wages by 75 cents per hour. The council also unani­ of temporary zoning admin­ mously approved a motion to istrator Ron Bracy, effective charge the equipment fund April 1. The village will post directly for the cost of all parts and services fees for equipment rather than taking money from the general fund. In other action the council: With all of the snow • Amended the 2007-08 Nashville has been receiving, budget to reflect changes in Fuller Street Elementary revenue and expenditures. kindergarten teacher Andrew General fund revenues Peabody thought it would be increased by $56,407 and a good idea to take his kids expenditures increased by sledding. It would be no ordi­ $106,713, leaving an ending nary sledding party, but a general fund balance of sledding party his students $361,430, a $50,306 would have to earn. decrease in what had been One of the first things projected. Peabody explains to his chil­ • Updated the parks policy dren is the "Good Behavior so it matches the application Gumball Machine." This form requiring a $50 deposit gumball machine is tacked up for cleanup when a village to his wall, with 10 gumballs park is used for an event. surrounding the machine. • Voted 4-3 to deny a Each time the students do motion to reestablish the vil­ something wonderful, as a lage events committee which class, Mr. Peabody puts in a was created on a trial basis in gumball. When the gumball August of 2005 and expired machine is full, a ‘prize’ is August 2007. awarded. • Accepted the resignation So far this year students have filled it three times, said Peabody. First, the children earned a popcorn party, then they earned extra free time with peace. We shared a couple of the ‘toys,’ and lastly his Scriptures on peace versus classroom had the sledding worry, a discussion followed party. Peabody said the kids giving each lady a chance to had a great time and are lookshare her thoughts on the ing forward to filling it up topic or ask questions. That and maybe going sledding lasted about 30 minutes. again. ular business hours. • Appointed James Dunham to a vacant seat on the village planning commis­ sion. Kindergarten class goes sledding GROUP, continued from page 1 —----------------------said Dunham. The first meeting was held Feb. 26, and the next meeting is set for Tuesday, March 4, •and continuing every Tuesday. The meetings will last about an hour, maybe an hour and 20 minutes. The women attending the first meeting ranged in age from 25 to 53 years of age and the meetings are very informal, said Dunham. "We eat (low-calorie) and chat for about 30 minutes and the ladies share things that were happening in their day, then we move to a planned topic lesson," she said. "Last week we dis­ cussed how to handle the things that cause us to worry • and replacing that worry with the position; anyone interested in the job should apply at the village office during reg- Sharing is totally optional, Students in Andrew depending,on each person's Peabody’s kindergarten level of comfort." class pose for a photo dur­ Dunham said that struc­ tured childcare with activi­ ing their sledding party. ties; stories and snacks will Pictured are (front row, be available onsite, when she from left) Brooklyn Peters, knows in advance that chil­ Grant Mohler (second row) dren will be attending. She Jaydi Briones, Caseyjo added that if there is enough Hoyle, Blake Joppie, interest she would also begin Lexxis Musser, (back row) another group, which would Chloe Williams, Steven meet on Tuesday evenings Preston, Jade Scott and from 7 to 8:20 p.m. Emily Iszler. For more information, call Dunham (517) 726-0369.6 Kindergarten students in Andrew Peabody’s class pose for a photo during their sledding party. Pictured are (front row, from left) Brent Newsome, Jiliann Moore, (sec­ ond row) Sean Benedict, Leah Priesman, Dalton Hosey, Trevor Duffey, Collin Thames, Brock Horton, (back row) Eli Nelson, Heath Flower, Ethan Tabor, Aubrie Ross and Kaycie Schrader. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, March 1,2008 — Page 12 Lions seniors Roberts and Corwin headed to the finals Maple Valley’s Tory Roberts (front) tries to break free from the grasp of Brooklyn Columbia Central’s Steve Foust during their 152-pound consolation finals match Saturday at Pennfield. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Maple Valley will be sending a pair of seniors to the Division 3 individual state wrestling finals at the Palace of Auburn Hills this coming weekend. The Lions’ Tyler Corwin and Tory Roberts had to bat­ tle their way through conso­ lation brackets last Saturday, at Pennfield High School during the regional tourna­ ment. Corwin came out the other side as the third place finisher in the 125-pound weight class, and Roberts was fourth at 152 pounds. Corwin, who was a state medallist a year ago in Division 4, had hoped to add two more championships to his resume after winning a district title. That plan was derailed by Durand’s Eric Telford. Telford downed Corwin 9-6 in the consola­ tion semifinals at the region­ al, then went on to win the regional title with a 9-6 win over Montrose’s Cody Wray in the finals. Corwin was knocked down into the “blood round”, the consolation semifinals where wrestlers either win and, advance to the state finals or see their post’sea‘ The Lions’ Tyler Corwin (left) works for hand control in his 125-pound consolation final match against Williamston’s Victor Theis Saturday at the Division 3 individual regional tournament hosted by Pennfield High School. (Photo by Perry Hardin) son come to an end. There, Corwin topped Pennfield’s Jake Troutman 12-0. In the consolation finals, Corwin pinned Williamston’s Victory Theis in 3 minutes 40 seconds to finish third. Roberts had a couple do­ or-die matches in the 152pound bracket. Roberts was downed by Brooklyn Columbia Central’s Steve Foust 3-1 in the opening round of the tournament. To start off the consola­ tion rounds, Roberts topped Edwardsburg’s Jim Burghduf 8-1, then earned his spot at the Palace with a 2-1 victory over Pennfield’s Holden Warren. In the con­ solation finals, Roberts again met up with Foust and this time was downed 4-3. Lion 189-pounder Dusty Cowell and 215-pounder James Cramer both advanced to the consolation semifinals, but came up one win short of reaching the state finals. The individual finals at the Palace start Thursday after­ noon, at 2:30. Wrestling then continues throughout the day Friday and Saturday. Lions able to outsmart Orioles, but not Vikings The Lions’ Matt Hall (35) tries to slow down Lakewood’s Wade O’Mara in the post during the first half of Wednesday night’s district semifinal contest. (Photo by Brett Bremer) by Brett Bremer Sports Editor It’s not only true in the classroom. It’s true on the basketball court too. Studying pays off. Just ask Maple Valley varsity boys’ basketball coach Keith Jones. Jones doesn’t like the zone defense. For one thing, teams in a zone sometime struggle to find someone to box our on rebound opportunities. His team already has to work hard to outrebound other teams. But Jones saw tape of Eaton Rapids taking on Charlotte during the regular season. The Greyhounds had success slowing down the Orioles with their zone, and he decided to give it a shot in Monday’s Class B district opener at Gull Lake; “That’s the first time we’ve zoned a whole game,” Jones said. “If they were going to get it back down to three, we were going to go man at the end.” The Lion lead was just two points with 51 seconds left, but Dustin Houghton and Kenneth Quick com­ bined to knock down 5-of-6 free throw attempts the rest of the way as their team closed out a 67-60 victory. Any studying the Lions did after their first meeting with the Lakewood Vikings wasn’t enough though as they met again in the district semifinals Wednesday. Lakewood scored a 67-39 win over the Lions, to advance to Friday’s district championship game against Gull Lake. Four three-pointers by Lakewood point guard Eddie Salazar in the opening quar­ ter helped the Vikings pull out to a 24-9 lead to start 06668309 Store Hours: Monday * Thursday *79 Friday & Saturday 9-9 Never Sundays Spring is just around the corner. March is Garage Sale Month at MOO-ville. Come check things out from Tues. - Sat. MILK] Soft wsew,rv-we .is. back oa.n.wd so .ios iluuniiwchi,, «Saturday, March 1. MILK Check out our new line ofAmish cheeses. Many of you have asked about the petting farm, they come back weather permitting in April. Tours will also begin in April. Ga Featured Ice Cream Flavors: Magnificent Maple « Luscious Lemon Improved Birthday Cake Support Local Farm Fresh Milk 5875 S. M-66 Hwy, Nashville • M LK 517-852-9003 MILK things off. Maple Valley cut the Viking lead to nine points in the. second quarter, at 29-20, but Lakewood went on a 12­ 3 run the rest of the way. “Every time we made little run, they’d turn around and double it on us the other way,” Jones said. Quick led the Lions with 18 points on the night. Dustin Houghton chipped in nine points. No other player for Maple Valley had more than three points. “We didn’t have the legs obviously, and it showed up in the shots,” Jones said. “Lakewood played real well.” The Vikings got 19 points from Salazar on the night, and 13 from Nick Hilley. Justin Keller added eight points for Lakewood, and Michael Barbour and Logan Lake had seven each. “I was really pleased with the way we executed our zone offense,” said Lakewood head coach Mark Farrell. “We expected teams to try that against us during the tournament.” After trailing by as many as eight points in the second quarter against Charlotte Monday, the Lions battled back to take a 39-37 lead as Quick scored seven consecu­ tive points for his team in the middle of the third. . Kyle Fisher then put an offensive rebound back up and in for a four-point Lion edge, and his team never trailed again. Quick finished the night with 25 points and five rebounds. Houghton had 19 points and five boards. Jeff Burd chipped in 11 points for Maple Valley. Charlotte got 19 points from 6-4 senior center Brendon Rankin, and 16 and 11 points from guards Chet LaFave and Derrick Southern. “We really concentrated on Rankin, their strong post player,” said Jones. Rankin had nine points in the first six minutes of the game, as the Orioles were able to get the ball inside the Lion zone. “I knew he was very strong, and very quick with his moves and I knew he did­ n’t like physical play per say,” Jones said of Rankin. “Once we got around and started fronting him, we had a little better success with him.” Maple Valley’s Jeff Burd (left) goes in for a lay-up as he’s chased down by Charlotte’s Brendon Rankin during the second half Monday night. (Photo by Brett Bremer) DOBBIN'S Call: Jeffor Chris (269) 945-0191 1847 E. M 79 Hwv 9^. Hastings, Ml 49058 • Jump Start Service • Tire Service ‘Loclt Out Service 'We Buy lunk Cars JEFF DOBBIN'S AUTO SERVICE, INC. Owner, Jeff Dobbin, ASft Master Technician � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/822/MapleValleyNews_2008-03-08.pdf 9a3e1ef3345edee51df50eb2e654ba12 PDF Text Text MMSKUIMMV WHSTSIMEW T MVN Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 136-No. 10, March 8, 2008 Community members say they will support Nashville EMS by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Thursday night, during a special meeting of the Castleton - Maple Grove Nashville Emergency Medical Service (EMS) Board of Directors, members of the community had an opportunity to ask questions and express their opinions about the service, which is currently experiencing finan­ cial difficulty. "I’m a member of the ambulance service. This area can’t afford lose the ambu­ lance. We don’t want to pick money over life," said Nashville EMT Nick Ewing, who echoed the. sentiments of many when he said he would support the idea of additional millage to fund the EMS. Like Ewing, most of those who attended the meeting were members or employees of the boards or municipali­ ties or were employees of the EMS. At the beginning of the meeting, EMS Board Chairman Rod Crothers explained that the board was looking for opinions from the community about the future and funding for the EMS. He gave a brief overview of the current financial situation at the EMS. The service recently asked for and received an addition­ al $6,700 in support from each of the three communi­ ties it serves in order to cover an approximately $17,499 deficit as of Jan. 31 and help balance the budget for the remaining two months of the 2007-08 fiscal year. Now, township and EMS officials are looking at ways to fund the service without putting an additional strain on the Martha Zemke: Founder of the sugaring-off I I I I I I I I I I By Ron Maloney This year’s sugaring-off was a huge success and it is only fitting to remember the founder of the event, Mrs. Martha Zemke. Mrs. Zemke, started the event in 1975 after retiring from a 41-year career as a teacher and counselor. She was a graduate ofNashville High School and Western Michigan University and served as a teacher for both Maple Valley and Bay City Central schools. She also sweet stuff.” served as president of the By the end of the night, Michigan Education she decided that people in Association from 1966 to town had not understood 1967. the importance of the pick­ At. the first event, Mrs. les, because not one of the Zemke brought a jar of jars had been opened, and pickles for each table the pickles were dropped because this was the com- from the menu from that mon practice out in the day forward. rural neighborhoods at the Mrs. Zemke was a spe­ time,s he stated that “pick- cial lady who dedicated her les eaten between batches time and efforts to the comof maple sugar allowed one munity in so many ways. to consume more of the She served as the head of the Ladies Christian Assoc­ iation, twice on the board of trustees. She also had affili­ ations with the Eaton County Chapter of Retired School Personnel and was an active member of the Vermontville Historical Society. So as the community enjoys another season of Maple sugar products, keep in mind Mrs. Martha Zemke, and don’t forget the pickles! FFA competes at regional level On Feb. 21, members of the Maple Valley FFA attended regional competi­ tions in Cassopolis. Maple Valley FFA was represented in three different contests— Agricultural issues, junior high conduct of meetings and prepared public speaking. The Agricultural Issues team members included Ashleigh Penny,, Josh Norton, Emily Eldred, Amber Cantrell, Kirsten Cantrell and Eric Scott. The team placed third with a gold award with their presentation Jr. High members include Chase Andrews, Dale White, Matthew Scott, Beth entitled, "Outdoor Richter, Shelby Anderson Jaime Curth and Jessica Rushford. Furnaces, are They the Right Choice?" Members of the Junior High Conduct of Meetings team included Jessica Rushford, Jaime Curth, Shelby Anderson, Beth Richter, Matt Scott, Dale White and Chase Andrews. The team placed third with a gold. The only solo competitor, Jennifer Curtis, participated in prepared public speaking and received a silver award with her speech entitled, "Wildlife vs. Society." “All FFA members did an outstanding job with their presentations and represented Maple Valley FFA very well,” commented Maple The Ag Issues Team was made up of Eric Scott, Amber Cantrell, Josh Norton, Valley advisor Aaron Saari. Ashliegh Penny, Kristen Cantrell and Emily Eldred. cash-strapped municipalities. Each year, Castleton and Maple Grove townships and the village of Nashville con­ tribute $19,000 to the EMS to cover operational costs not covered by income from insurance and patient pay­ ments. Recently both Castleton and Maple Grove townships approved increas­ ing their annual support to $28,000 per year, while the village of Nashville, increased its support to $25,000, due to budget con­ straints. The service also receives one-quarter of a mill from taxpayers in each municipality. However, funds generated by the mill­ age may only be used for ambulance equipment and building maintenance, not operational costs. During the meeting, in answer to a question. from audience member Don Wiggins, EMS Board Treasurer and Clerk Loma Wilson stated that a large part ofthe EMS deficit is due to clients not paying their bills. She estimated that $70,000 dollars worth of bills did not get paid last year. "That’s a increase and it’s more than it’s been histori­ cally," said Crothers. Wilson attributed the increase in unpaid bills to the state’s failing economy, high unemployment rates and record number of people without medical insurance. "We try to work with peo­ ple for three months, but if they refuse to pay, we send their bill to collections and then we only get 50 percent of that," she said. Wilson noted that the EMS tries to work with clients who don’t have insur­ ance and are experiencing financial difficulties, even if it is just $10 or $50 a month. "If you could collect all the bills due, you’d be sol­ vent?" asked Wiggins. "Yes," replied Crothers, “but historically there has always been a certain per­ centage that we couldn’t col- lect." "If the board is going to ask the community for addi­ tional millage, I think it will help sell the idea to the com­ munity if they know the deficit is due to the $70,000 in uncollected bills. It gives a rationale," said Wiggins. Wiggins had earlier ques­ tioned whether Kalamo Township—which only pays $5,000 a year for serviceshould be asked for addition­ al funds. Crothers noted that the EMS only serves 10 sections of Kalamo Township and that Kalamo also pays $5,000 in support to similar services in Vermontville and Bellevue that serve other sections of the rural town­ ship. Castleton Township Trustee Jerry Reese asked if it would be legitimate to ask Kalamo to pay $800 per sec­ tion since Castleton, Maple Grove and Nashville paid that amount. "Kalamo doesn’t own the EMS station or equipment, like the townships and the village do, so it would be dif­ ficult to bring them up to parity. They don’t have any ownership in the EMS. They are just paying operating costs," said Castleton-Maple Grove-Nashville Fire Chief Bill Wilson, who was in the audience. "Does Kalamo want repre­ sentation on the EMS board? Do we want to become a regional service?" asked Crothers. "We have been in talks with Kalamo and Vermontville (townships) about establishing a regional EMS, but that’s as far as it has gone." Wiggins noted that there are only two municipally funded EMS facilities in Barry County and asked what type of emergency services covered the other communities. "They contract with a pri­ vate company," said Loma See EMS, page 3 In This Issue. • Toddler Time offers fun Thursday • Hastings City Bank promotes two • Bishop Keaton visits Kalamo United Methodist Church • Fuller Street Elementary celebrates Dr. Seuss’ birthday • Maple Valley High School presents Andrew Lloyd Weber musical �nuKtuaumsnrai Just Say 'AslttverteetJ Si IfiafJaAe Valley News’ Saturday, March 8,2008 — Page 2. Vermontville girl donates hair to charity Last month, when Teresa Primm got her hair cut, she wanted to donate her shorn Jocks to charity. But she did­ n’t have quite enough to Free ATV safety classes offered in Eaton County donate to Locks of Love, which requires that donated hair be at least 10 inches in length. So when her stylist at Supercuts in Hastings sug­ gested she donate her hair to a Michigan-based charity Children Without Hair, she jumped at the chance. "I wanted to help kids who were less fortunate than I am," said Primm, a sixth grade student in Susan Luyendyke’s class at Maplewood Elementary in Vermontville. Primm also said she was excited that her hair would benefit a'child in the state of Michigan. Eaton County Sheriff Mike Raines has announced free ATV safety classes. The Eaton County Sheriffs office will be conducting these classes Monday and Tuesday, March 24 and 25, from 6 to 8 p.m. each night in the Sheriff’s Department training room, 1025 Independence Blvd., Charlotte. To be eligible, students must be at least 12 years old. Class size is limited to 20 people. Please call Jerri Nesbitt at (517) 543-5257, or (517) 372-8217, ext. 5257 to register. oc ng eat• gta oun Rm Drink Refill* • 25c corn refills BIG SCREE $4.00 ALL SEATS except adult evening $6.50 OStadiumSeating QNopasses SHOWTIMES 3/8 - 3/13 FREE Toddler Time kids show off the Valentines they made for their parents in February. Pictured are (front row, from left) Caden Faurot and Olivia Meeker, (back row, from left) Lilly Faurot, Jessica Curth, Nicholas Osborne, Cheyenne Martin, Juliann Meeker, Carleigh Lundquist and Garrett Backe. Toddler Time offers fun every Thursday Do the kids need a change of scenery? Bring them out to Toddler Time, listen to stories, play games, make a craft, dance and sing, run and jump, and best of all make some new friends. Toddler Time is held at 11:15 a.m. every Thursday in •the preschool room of the Vermontville Teresa Primm of Vermontville holds the hair she had Congregational Church and cut for Children Without Hair, a Michigan-based charita­ typically lasts about 40 min­ ble organization that provides wigs for children who utes. have lost their hair due to chemotherapy or illness. and occasionally unique guest speakers. The program is specifically . geared for children ages 0 to 5 years of age, but children of all ages are welcome. Toddler Time themes for the month are as follows: March 6, lions; March 13, St. Patrick’s Day; March 20, maple syrup; and March 27, lambs (real baby lambs are coming to visit). The easiest way to find Toddler Time is to park in the back of the church and use either ofthe entrances on the west end of the building. The program is run entire­ ly by volunteers of Eaton 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, ABC’, 123s, a craft project SPRING MATINEES Saturday & Sunday 10 & 11 AM 3/1-3, SURF 'S UP < PG I O© 10,000 B.C. 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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 (616) 963-7710 MINISTER: VIRGINIA HELLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 8. Main St. • (517) 726-0258 Sunday Morning Worship Sunday School.............. 9- 10 a.m. Family Worship.............. 10- 11 a.m. with fellowship afterwards Wed. night: Pioneer Club .. .6-7:15 p.m. K-6th grade Family dinner 5:30 p.m. (dub members only) PASTOR: ISRAEL YOUNG 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 We Specialize GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 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 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 PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org CHESTER GRESHAM UNITED GOSPEL CHURCH METHODIST CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship S.11 a.m. Evening Worship............................. 6 Wednesday Family Night Service ......... .6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 930 a.m. Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday . KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Services 9:00 & 1030 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages .. .1030 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile Cast 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 NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School............... 11:15 a.m. PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN 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.................. 830 a.m (Includes Children's Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Schoo Worship ...... 0 a.m. 1 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services: ........... 3:15 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 in: • Individual Taxes • Farm Taxes • Small Business Taxes • Bookkeeping 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 Worship Service .................. 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service .......6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service........... 7 p.mAWANA................ 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH • 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 930 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies: United Methodist Women: 2nd Tues. Ray VanderLaan's videos, “That the World May Know, ’ will be showing at 7 p.m. every Sunday night through March 16 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, March 8,2008 — Page 3 COUNSELOR’S CORNER Second trimester ends Students have just com­ pleted the second trimester. Report cards for grades 7 to 12 will be sent home with students the week of March 17. Be sure to contact teach­ ers with any questions or concerns. Remember that you can access daily grades for your child online via Skyward Family Access. You just need- a password. Mrs. Garvey can help you get a password if you have not received one. It is fine for students to use the pass­ word, as well. The site is secure and helps students to monitor their own progress. Parents also can monitor attendance, lunch money and discipline from this site. Attendance One of the biggest factors contributing to student suc­ cess is good attendance. We find that many of our stu­ dents who* are struggling have a histpry of poor atten­ dance. If students are ill, please help them by empha­ sizing the importance of completing missing assign­ ments and meeting with teachers for help on new concepts they may have missed. Students who have six or more unexcused absences are at risk of losing credit which may cause stu­ dents to graduate later than their classmates. "Tag, You’re It!" The junior high will soon begin the annual game oftag. This is a game Mrs. McCaul started two years ago. Basically, the kids are given several cards that have the word "Tag" on it. They are to do a random act of kind­ ness for someone, write the action on the tag card and ‘tag’ someone else. That per­ son does something kind for someone else, signs the card, and tags another. This is a fun way to pass kindness to others around the school. This time of the year some­ times gives us all the ‘blahs.’ Parents could certainly play the game, too, by remember­ ing how much better the world can be when we show kindness to others. Michigan Merit Exam High school juniors will be taking the Michigan Merit Exam (formerly known as the MEAP) March 11, 12 and 13. Students who score well on these will be eligible to receive a scholarship from the state of Michigan to use at state colleges and univer­ sities. Students will be taking the ACT exam as part of this battery of tests. Colleges use ACT scores to determine admission. We cannot emphasize the extreme importance of doing well on these tests. Scholarships Mrs. Yager has many scholarship applications available for seniors. Please encourage your senior to apply for scholarships, espe­ cially the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship. By spending an hour or so, stu­ dents may earn thousands of dollars to help them to com­ plete a college degree. The process is not involved or complicated, and we are always happy to assist. Last year, our Maple Valley High School Seniors received more than $228,000 in schol­ arships from local, state and private scholarship founda­ tions. Do not miss this opportunity. EMS, continued from page 1 BE Wilson. "No millages?" asked Wiggins. "No," she replied. "The communities they serve generate enough runs to cover the cost of service," said Crothers. "But, I think they provide poor coverage. In Hastings, they have one ambulance to cover the city and four townships. And, if we contracted, the response time would be longer; it could be up to a half and hour.” EMS director Tina Fein noted that after four minutes without oxygen brain .cells begin to die. When someone asked about the EMS’s transition from a volunteer to a full­ time service, Fein noted that when the EMS first began, training to become an EMT or a paramedic was cheaper and easier. "Now it costs $1,600 to be a Basic EMT. We hold class­ es at the station so that decreases the cost to $800. But, to become a paramedic that takes another year and half and another $8,000 to $16,000; plus there’s contin­ uing education every two to three years to keep licensed," she said. "With the raising cost of training, it’s hard to find people who are willing to volunteer their time. We’re like all the other serv­ ices, they all have a hard time finding volunteers." Fein added that it wasn’t enough for EMS personnel to be licensed. She said they need approximately two years of on-the-job training to become an experienced paramedic. "It’s one thing to read about doing something and it’s one thing to have some­ one actually show you how to do it; it’s another to actu­ ally do it yourself," said Fein. In a story that appeared in The Maple Valley News last month, Fein stated that local paramedics make $9.75 and hour and EMTs get $7.75. Audience member Mike Mead asked how that rate of pay compared to what EMS personnel make at other a R The JESUS Film to be shown at Grace Wesleyan Church 1302 South Hanover, Hastings, MI Saturday, March 8, 2008 6:00pm JESUS Film also for children Public Invited - Free to All Refreshments following film services. Loma Wilson said it was close to the going rate but noted that Nashville EMS personnel were mostly part­ time and did not receive benefits. "Also we have people han­ dling garbage at the transferrecycle station who make over $8 an hour," she added. Wiggins asked about the increase in unemployment expenses, up from an esti­ mated $5,000 for the 2007­ 08 fiscal year to a projected total of $13,275 for the end of the fiscal year. "Our unemployment went up, and the reason it has been so high is the dismissal of some employees a couple of years ago. We had been pay­ ing into unemployment when we were a volunteer serv­ ice," said Loma Wilson, who added that since the EMS had built up its unemploy­ ment fund that budget item would decrease. There was discussion amongst audience and board members about how the local service is used by the com­ munity. Wilson said that the earlier newspaper article alluded to people using the service for, "trivial things and then don’t pay for them—stomachaches and broken fingers." Fein said that they actually get calls from people who say their car has broken Hastings City Bank promotes two Mark A. Kolanowski, president and CEO of Hastings City Bank, has announced the following promotions: Dawn N. Braden has been promoted to branch opera­ tions administrator. Her responsibilities will include supervision of deposit opera­ tions including teller and customer service representa­ tive systems and procedures. She also will supervise the bank’s call center. Braden is a graduate of Lansing Community College Dawn N. Braden with an associate’s degree in business. She joined Hastings City Bank in 1997 include greater oversight of as a customer service repre­ the bank’s balance sheet and management sentative. After serving in financial various positions throughout •requirements, as well as con­ the bank, she was promoted tinued oversight of the oper­ to the position of branch ations areas of the bank. Heffelbower joined operations specialist in 2005. Braden and her husband, Hastings City Bank in 1990 Kert, have two children, Ivy, as operations manager. She age 11, and Nickolas, age 9, was promoted to assistant both students in the Maple vice president in 1995, con­ Valley Schools. Community troller and cashier in 1998 involvement includes serv­ and vice president of opera­ ing as a Girl Scout leader in tions and finance in 2002. She is a graduate of the Maple Valley area for the Aquinas College with a past five years. Joan M. Heffelbower has bachelor’s degree in business been promoted to the posi­ administration. She earned tion of senior vice president her master of business & chief financial officer. administration degree from Valley State Her responsibilities will Grand University and recently com- pleted the Financial Managers School at the Graduate School of Banking in Madison, Wis. Heffelbower serves as a Great Lakes regional repre­ sentative on a planning com­ mittee to set direction for banking software users. Her community involvement includes serving as treasurer for the Hastings Exchange Club. She and her husband, Richard, reside in Hastings. Hastings City Bank is a full-service community bank with offices in Bellevue, Caledonia, Hastings, Middleville, Nashville and Wayland. More information can be found on the Web at www.hastingscitybank.com. Bishop Keaton visits Kalamo United Methodist Church On Saturday, Feb. 23, Kalamo United Methodist Church was honored by a visit from Bishop Jonathan D. Keaton, resident bishop of the Michigan Area United Methodist Church. Bishop Keaton was fea­ tured speaker at the church's monthly Saturday Night Special worship service, delivering a message based on John 4:5-42 entitled, "Give me a drink." Penny Pierce, chairperson of the staff parish relations committee, presented Bish­ op Keaton with a gift of maple syrup, and because Kalamo is a Native American word meaning "honey tree," the gift will be a reminder to Bishop Keaton that Kalamo “is indeed a very sweet place.” Pierce also shared some of the exciting things happening in the church. Sherry Wendorf, assistant chairperson of the service team, and Pastor Bryce Feighner gifted Bishop Keaton with a navy blue Tshirt embroidered with the cross and flame ofthe United Methodist Church and Kalamo's mission statement, See EMS, next page "A Place to Belong." Wendorf has provided all church members with these COBB WELL DRILLING T-shirts to wear as a sign of belonging and to encourage others*to become part of this • 7 Day Service Mfl • Pumps Installed & Repaired nW community of faith. • Service On Submersible Pumps nt Three years ago, Bishop • 2” - 5" Well Drilling and Repair Mj Keaton challenged the annu­ 30 Years Experience al conference to grow by 10 Estimates Available percent in membership and 5 517-726-0377 8 356 N. Pease Rd., VlX I percent in giving. If so, MIY | S to Vermontville w Bishop Keaton said he would Richard Cobb wear red flannel pajamas to David Cobb H| I preside over the annual conMl Lie. f1748 (REPAIR Joan M. Heffelbower ference meeting. Kalamo United Methodist Church has more than met this challenge for each of the past three years. In recogni­ tion of this accomplishment, Jerry Bukoski, lay leader, presented Bishop Keaton with a robe and flannel paja­ mas, both in "Kalamo blue" and embroidered with the Starlite cross and flame and Kalamo's mission statement. Bukoski also shared encour­ aging words about the growth in programs and out­ reach of the church. For more information about Kalamo United Methodist Church, contact www.kalamochurch.org or call (517) 541-1144. Visit website for Online Coupon! www.StarliteKitchens.com/promotion Kitchens & Baths Cabinetry for nearly all budgets! Free house call & estimate! Remodel/NewConstruction Jennifer 1sTeeb (616) 889-1340 1039 Fourth Ave, Lake Od essa, MI — Inside Thompson Interiors Including Dessert, Soft Drink everages! 11:30 am, 1:00 pm &.2:30 pm CALL TODAY! 877-852-0106 ‘ estaurant (Banquet (Facility R “Where every meal is a banquet” 975 N. Main-(M-66 N. ofNashville), Nashville Open M-F 6 am - 9 pm, Su 6 am - 3 pm w0w666w84.7m8 ulberrvg.com 70 �Just Say 'A* Advertised m the Maple Valley News' Saturday, March 8.200B — Page 4 EMS, continued from previous page drwn or the weather is bad and they don't want to drive and they have a doctor's appointment in Hastings. "They are basically using us for a taxi service.’ she said *We make them sign a paper stating that they know they will have to pay for the transport, but it doesn't mean they will/ ’We always have to be there; we can't second guess. We have a duty and an obli­ gation to take a call no mat­ ter what; we can t pick and choose. You never know what you are going to get into when you get there.’ said James Dunham, a Nashville Village Council trustee. Fein agreed. ’We never truly know, and we respond to every cal) and take them seriously.’ she said. it if the ambulance was tak­ ing someone to the hospital for something minor and we missed a call for someone who was in cardiac arrest," said Crothers. Although there were ques­ tions about how the service got into its current financial stale and what it was doing to try to prevent it from hap­ pening in the future, every­ one who spoke during the meeting said they would sup­ port a millage that would ensure the continuation of a locally owned and operated EMS. "Keeping the ambulance in our community is a top priority, and we should do whatever needs to be done to keep it," said Dunham. ’I accept the fact that we need to pay a millage. A mill will not bail us out but a mill will help," said Castleton CALENDAR OF EVENTS Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Dairy Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Shooting Sports Leaders’ Meeting, 6 p.m., Barry County Conservation Club. Winter Trap Shoot, 7 p.m., Barry County Conservation Club. New Leader Orientation, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Location TBA. Swine Workshop, 9 a.m.. First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Mar. 10 Mar. 13 Mar. 15 Mar. 15 Mar. 17 Mar. 18 Mar. 29 113 N. Main Nashville 517-852-9700 Jack & Judy’s Hours: Open 7 Days 6AM-8PM Come join us for Country Kettle . Cafe . St. Patrick’s Day Monday March 17th Corned Beef & Cabbage Make plans now to have 3 Easter Dinner^ with us and enjoy jUJM Baked Ham & Yams/jWfc Nashville's Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices. Swiss Steak Baked Chick & Dressing I Fresh Strawberry Shortcake 06667663 At the same time I’d hate Township Trustee Dave Maple Valley Athletic Boosters REVERSE RAFFLE Saturday, April 19, 2008 Mulberry Gardens Banquet Facility 975 N. Main St. (M-66), Nashville, Ml * Registration begins at 5 pm * Buffet Dinner begins at 6 pm * Drawing starts at 7 pm 06667922 Only 250 tickets being sold/18 Winning Tickets (need not be present to win) RESERVE YOUR TICKET TODAY NAME ADDRESS _______________ CITY, STATE ZIP CODE_________________ PHONE# _________________________ Number of tickets ________ @$100 ea See any Athletic Booster Member for tickets or MAIL PAYMENT TO: Tai Gearhart 825 S. Hanover St., Hastings, Ml 49058 _____________(269) 967-1219 * 250 Tickets Available/First Come First Serve De.Mond, "Will the mill increase the township budget and then the township puts the money toward the EMS?" Castleton Township Supervisor Jud Cooley said, "1 reckon the township will ask for an additional mill for Commission 5dl; U CCXIH U on Aging Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Hearty Menu Monday, March 10 Chicken Alfredo, bowtie pasta, peas and carrots, stewed tomatoes, pineapple tidbits. Tuesday, March 11 Sweet and sour meatballs, rice, broccoli, com. Wednesday, March 12 Beef stew, Brussels sprouts, diced peaches, wheat bread. Thursday, March 13 Turkey noodle casserole, lima beans, diced carrots, mandarin oranges. Friday, March 14 Baked potato, American Cheese, broccoli, spiced apples. Cold Menu Monday, March 10 Peanut butter and honey, marinated vegetables, diced pears, wheat bread. Tuesday, March 11 Chicken slice, tomato salad, mandarin oranges and pineapple tidbits, wheat bread. Wednesday, March 12 Chicken pineapple salad, cucumber salad, spiced apples, saltine crackers. Thursday, March 13 Roast beef w/cheese, carrot raisin salad, mandarin oranges, wheat bread. Friday, March 14 Tuna salad, broccoli raisin salad, applesauce, wheat" bread. Activities Calendar Monday, March 10: Hastings - Crafts 10:30 a.m.; Music/Mini Massage 9 a.m.; Watercolor 1 p.m.; Card Making 12:30 p.m.; Kinship Care 7 p.m. Delton - Bingo. H,W,N - Reminiscence. T uesday, March 11: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Beg Line Dance Noon; Bible Study 12:30 p.m. GL Cards 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 12: Hastings - Low Vision Support 1:30 p.m. Nails; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m. Delton - Reminiscence. Thursday, March 13: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Beg Line Dance noon. Nashville - TV Time. Delton - Puzzles/Trivia. 14: Friday, March Hastings Mixed Media Painting 9:30 a.m.; Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m.; Model Railroad noon. Woodland Visiting. Nashville Nashville 5 11:30 a.m. Volunteers available to help with State of Mich. Tax credits by appointment only. Home Heating Credits. Homstead Property Tax cred­ its. 8:30 a.m.-l p.m. M.T.Th til April 15. operation and then it can be used for equipment, opera­ tion of the ambulance and fire department, and maybe some money can go into the township’s road and equip­ ment fund." Mead asked what an addi­ tional mill would cost the average taxpayer. Crothers said it would mean an additional dollar for each $1,000 oftaxable value. He clarified that if the board requested an additional mill it would be dedicated solely to the operation of the EMS. "The fire department and the EMS are two of the most vital and important entities in our community, and we need to keep them up to date because they are the back­ bone of our community and we need to protect them at all costs," said Bill Wilson. "Even with the economy and the loss of jobs and insur­ ance, we still need to pay our bills so we can save people." Loma Wilson added that when the EMS was estab­ lished 15 years ago, it made 100 to 125 runs that first year. In 2007, the EMS made more than 600 runs. "We don’t see that number going down; it will go up and that is what prompted us to become ALS (advanced life support)," she said. We thought this was something the community needed." Audience member Orvin Moore had this to say, "A few of us in this room worked hard to establish 911 for Barry County; we all felt strongly that it would help our emergency services run better. And, I think that in this case, with advanced life support, if we have a loved one who needs an ambu­ lance, we don’t care if the ambulance is owed $70,000, we only care that the ambu­ lance gets there in time. If it takes one mill to make that happen, then, that’s what we need to do." Moore agreed with Crothers that the additional millage would need to be dedicated solely to the EMS and not used for roads or the fire department. "I agree with you," said Loma Wilson. Audience member Earl Wilson said that while a pri­ vate service would, "put an ambulance in our station for little or no cost. We’d be down to one ambulance serv­ ing the village and the town­ ships like in Hastings. It would be my guess that it would increase response See EMS, page 6 SOCIAL NEWS Lackscheide-Behrndt united in marriage Kyle Lackscheide and Julie Behmdt were united in mar­ riage February 9, 2008 at Mandalay Bay resort in Las Vegas, NEvada. The parents of the groom are Craig Lackscheide and Christine Lackscheide of Vermontville. The parents of the bride are Edward Behmdt Jr. of Nashville and Becky and Blain Becktold of Spring Lake. Kyle and Julie are both graduates of Maple Valley High School. Kyle is a graduate of Olivet College and is now employed at Lowell High School as a physical science and biology teacher. Julie is a graduate of GRCC and working-at Saint Mary’s Hospital and Metro Health Hospital in Grand rapids as a reg­ istered CT Tech, and is currently at Grand Valley State University working on her master’s in physician assistant studies. A reception in summer of 2008 is planned. Full service hair, nail and tanning salon 226 N. 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Pictured are (front row, from left) Mara Pena, Michael Brown, Shea Redding, (back row, from left) Dustin Cook, Christopher Davis, Noelle Rhode, Alyssa Gonser and Emily Gonser. Valley Plows & More of Vermontville Proudly announces that we stock an assortment of QUALITY UWhich nited States Flags are ma(le in the United States. If we do not carry it, we can get it quickly CALL 269-945-9554 any time for Action-ads! Please contact us for all your flag needs at: 517-726-1591 141 N. Main St, Vermontville Please supportyour Local Business MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service NASHVILLE ’ Phone (517) 852-1915 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com * Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI Tammy Wilde and her second grade class model the paper "Cat in the Hat" head­ gear they made. 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HUNTER SAFETY EDUCA­ TION CLASS: There will be a Hunter Safety Education Class held at the Green Light Driving School, 301 N. Main, Nashville, MI on Sunday, March 29, 2008 from 8:15am5:00pm and on Sunday, March 30, 2008 from 2:30pm4:30pm at the Barry County Conservation Club in Hast­ ings. Both sessions must be attended to receive certifica­ tion. Pre-registration is re­ quired. The cost will be $7 and lunch will be provided on Saturday. For registration or questions, call Gary White at (517)852-9189. THE FAMILY OF James Samann would like to thank every trhye­one who contributed to the James Samarm Memorial Fund. Your contributions were greatly appreciated. The money purchased a weatherband/radio/CD player and speakers for the new fire truck, also a Stihl chainsaw for the depart­ ment. We would also like to thank the ladies at Independent Bank for all the work they put into this account for us.. 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Second Hand Comers downtown Hastings. (269)945-5005 EMS, continued from page 4time by twice as much." "Since we hired a full-time director at the EMS, the response time has gone down drastically," said Bill Wilson. "They are out the door in one minute. Before, with volunteers, we were looking at six or seven min­ utes. Going to a full-time service helps but it comes at a cost, and I am willing to pay that cost." Dunham said he was also willing to pay. "Contracting with Mercy or LifeCare is not an option," he said. "I want us to have our own ambulance, our own police with our own people. This is our town, and I want to keep it local." Wiggins said he thought the community might pass the millage if the EMS board provided the public with solid information. "The board needs to put realistic numbers on paper and let the public make its decision to fund or not to fund," he said. "I’d like the millage to be good enough to' provide rea­ sonable salaries so we can get and keep good personnel," Nashville Village Council trustee Mike Kenyon. "I think if we ask for a millage it will pass, but I just don’t want to scrimp. Let’s make it so it is enough." Audience member Carroll Wolff asked how long the EMS could operate at its cur­ rent level of funding. "We couldn’t get through this coming year," said Crothers. "We didn’t hold this meeting to scare or threaten people. We just want to hear what people have to say about finding funding to keep it going.” Crothers noted that the board wasn’t proposing a millage at this time, just looking for input. • Kenyon asked when the - WANTED The Village of Vermontville Position - Deputy Clerk Residency in the village not required. The position is for 15 to 20 hours per week. Deadline - March 22,2008' 121 Eastside Dr. Farm P.O. Box K, SAP PAILS: 100 wheeling pails with covers, 616-318­ 3688. Vermontville, MI 49096 WANTED: Crop land to rent for the 2008 season. (517)726­ 1145 [ Farm\ Child Care Questions 517-726-1429 Shirley Harmon Vermontville Village Clerk 06668535 FROST HEATING 8 COOLING _________QUALITY, VALUE 8 SERVICE 2008 BOARD OF REVIEW NOTICE Vermontville Township P.O.Box 215 Vermontville, MI 49096 2008 BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING SCHEDULE The Vermontville Township Board of Review for 2008 will be held at the Vermontville Opera House, 230 S. Main St. on the following dates: Tuesday, March 4,7:00 p.m. for an Organizational Meeting. Petitions will be heard on: Monday, March 10,9:00 a.m. to 12:00 and 1:00 p..m. to 4:00 p.m. = Appeal Hearing. Tuesday, March 11,1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. = Appeal Hearing. The Board of Review will meet as many more days as deemed necessary to hear questions, protests, and to equalize the 2008 assessments. By board resolution, residents are able to protest by letter, provided protest letter is received prior to March 8. The tentative ratios and multipliers for each class of real property and personal property for 2008 are as follows: RATIO MULTIPLIER Agricultural 50.00% 1.00 Commercial 50.00% 1.00 Residential 50.00% 1.00 Industrial 50.00% 1.00 Personal Property 50.00% 1.00 Americans With Disabilities (ADA) Notice: The Township will provide necessary reasonable services to individuals with disabilities at the Board of Review meetings upon three (3) days notice. Contact Russell Laverty, 6967 N. Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml. 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Box 587, Nashville, MI. 06668525 (517) 852-9565 8 E.A.R.T.H. = EDUCATED ANIMAL Rescue and Teen Haven is in urgent need of HAY DONATIONS. We will come pick it up, clean out your bam of old hay (Any type ofhay that isn't moldy). E.A.R.T.H. 501(c)3 is a non-profit organization. All donations are tax deduc­ tible. PLEASE CALL (269)962-2015 board would put a proposed millage increase on the bal­ lot, if that is the route they decided to go. Loma Wilson said a vote would be held in August, so the increased tax millage could be put on the tax roles Dec. 1. "It seems that all EMSes go through cycles where they have problems, and this is ours," said Demond. "I think it would be a real shame to let ours fall on its face...We have equipment and person­ nel, now we just need financ­ ing." LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF MICHIGAN JUDICIAL DISTRICT 56TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION/POSTING AND NOTICE OF ACTION CASE NO. 07-1599-DO Court Address 1045 Independence Blvd., Charlotte, Ml Court telephone: 517-543-7500 Plaintiff Jana L. Merica 1923 S. Perkey Charlotte, Ml 48813 v Defendant Cory Roy-Don Merica 309 Cleveland Nashville, Ml 49073 TO: Cory Roy-Don Merica IT IS ORDERED: You are being sued by plaintiff in this court to obtain a judgement of divorce. You must file your answer or take other action per­ mitted by law in this court at the court address above on or before APRIL 15, 2008. If you fail to do so, a default judgment may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint filed in this case. A copy of this order shall be published once each week in MAPLE VALLEY NEWS for three consecutive weeks, and proof of publication shall be filed in this court. A copy of this order shall be sent to CORY MERICA at the last known address by registered mail, return receipt requested, date of the last publication, and the affidavit of mailing shall be filed with this court. Date: 2/20/08 p5 Judge Thomas S. Eveland NOTICE Open Position The Village of Nashville has an open position for the Village Zoning Administrator. The salary is $2000 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. A job descrip­ tion will be available in the village office. Anyone wishing to apply can bring or send your resume/application to the Nashville Village Office which is located at 203 N. Main St., P.O. Box 587, Nashville, MI 49073, on or before 5:00 p.m. on March 19,2008. 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. Cathy Lentz Village Clerk 06668527 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, March 8,2008 — Page 7 The Cat In the Hat visits Putnam Library In celebration of March is Reading Month, the feline made famous by Dr. Seuss visited Putnam District Library, a stop on his reading road trip. The Cat in the Hat dropped in on the library’s night-time ' story time Tuesday evening—bringing with him his usual surprises and mischief. To kick off the evening, and to connect with Fuller Street Elementary’s reading theme, library staff assisted young visitors by issuing a reading passport which they embossed using an old-fash­ ioned seal press from the library’s upstairs local histo­ ry rooms. Children also had the opportunity to vote for their favorite Dr. Seuss book. And the winner was Horton Hears a Who. Storytime was introduced by library director, Shauna Swantek, who thanked everyone for coming in their pajamas and extended a spe­ cial thanks to Early Childhood Connections of Eaton County for its contri­ bution to the evening. ECC donated a magnetic Dr. Seuss book for each family in attendance. After reading the donated story, Dr. Seuss Cleans Up, Swanetk intro­ duced Grandma Deb ■ who shared the story Go, Dog. Go! and modeled a ‘fantasti­ cally creative’ hat. All 28 children in atten­ dance were delighted to greet The Cat in the Hat, who many thought resembled the library’s assistant director, Emily Mater. The Cat in the Hat shared a video clip he starred in and spoke in dif­ ferent languages. He also shared one ofhis favorite Dr. Seuss stories, Yertle the Turtle. While he was read­ ing, a special delivery arrived for him. When he opened the package, there were enough Cat in the Hat hats for everyone. This event was followed by a daytime’story time on Friday. Another story time will be held at 11 a.rri. Friday, March 21. Maple Valley students do not have school this day and parents are encouraged to bring all lower elementary and pre­ school children. Children are encouraged to remember to bring their reading passport and get it stamped. Photos taken at the night­ time story time may be picked up at the library dur­ ing a library event or during regular library hours. SCHOOL MENUS Maple Valley Elementary Menu Putnam district Library volunteer Deb Crandall (aka Grandma Deb) shows off her party hat. Farmers workshop to be held in Nashville Michigan State University Extension is sponsoring a meeting for livestock pro­ ducers to learn about improving their management of livestock manure nutrients for crop production. The meeting will take place at Mulberry Gardens, one mile north of Nashville on M-66, Tuesday, March 18. Registration will begin at 9:45 a.m., with the meeting starting at 10 a.m. Program topics will include: • Identifying and prevent­ ing farm discharge • On-Farm Composting 101 • New opportunities for J removing farm animal mortalities - BODA 2007 • Getting the most from manure nutrients • On-farm example of vari­ able-rate manure appli­ cation Program speakers will include Michigan State University Extension Educators; Natalie Rector, manure nutrient management field specialist; Charles Gould, nutrient management educator; and Phil Taylor, dairy educator. In addition to the Extension educators, Laverne Bivens from LaDine Farms in Bellevue will report on his farm’s experience with variable-rate manure application to improve manure nutrient utilization. The cost of the program is $20, payable at the door and covers program materials and lunch buffet. Pre-registration is requested by Monday, March 17, and may be made to Phil Taylor at the Eaton County MSU Extension office at (517) 543-2310 or by e-mail to taylo262@ msu.edu. Please direct questions about the program to the same. THE TRAFFIC SCENW Name That You Can Trust Located at the Intersection of M-43 & M-50 Driver Education for students 14 years, 8 months or older Payment Plans Available SEGMENT I CLASS SEGMENT II CLASS April 7 - April 24 April 30 - May 15 March 25-27 May 27 - May 29 "The Traffic Scene, teaches with up to date materials and safe automobiles." Parent Quote To obtain a registration, call (517) 566-7229 Instructors Dan Cobb, Phil Smith & Roily Krauss Monday, March 10 Sack Lunch Day. MW Taco Pocket. Fuller: PBJ. Carrot sticks, apple slices, Rice Krispie Treat. Tuesday, March 11 Ravioli. Bread stick, whole kernel com, applesauce. Wednesday, March 12 Fried chicken. Scalloped potatoes, pears, cookie. Thursday, March 13 Pizza. Tossed salad, fruit cocktail, birthday cake. Friday, March 14 Mini corn dogs. Baked beans, banana, choc, graham bites. Maple Valley JrJSr. High Lunch Menu Monday, March 10 Chicken enchiladas. Whole kernel com, refried beans,pears. Salad Bar. Tuesday, March 11 Chicken parmesan. Glazed carrots, green beans, man­ darin oranges. Breakfast Bar. Wednesday, March 12 Ravioli. Whole kernel com, cauliflower w/cheese, fruit cocktail. Deli Bar. Thursday, March 13 Chicken pot pie. Cheesie potatoes, celery w/p. butter, peaches. Mexican Bar. Friday, March 14 Variety of Hot Pockets. Potato wedge, broccoli w/cheese, applesauce. Country Chicken Bar. Note: Entree’s available daily: Cheeseburger, variety of chicken sandwiches, pizza, peanut butter and jelly sand­ wich, fish sandwich, honey and peanut butter sandwich, 6 ozs. yogurt w/string cheese. Sides available daily: garden salad, juice, fresh fruit. Milk is included with all full meal purchases. Second available on vegetables at no additional charge. Assorted bread choic­ es daily. Jared Mater and friends laugh at the silly antics of a Dr. Seuss story Deadline for Palm Sunday, Holy Week news is Tuesday Lent is nearing its close with Palm Sunday on March 16, followed by Holy Week and Easter on March 24. Any area church represen­ tatives who would like infor­ mation about their services or activities included in the column printed in the March 13,20,15 and 22 newspapers should submit information to J-Ad Graphics byTuesday, March 11. Information can be emailed to Patricia Johns at patricia@j-adgraphics.com. Information also may be sent by fax to (269) 945-5192. Please put “Attention Patricia” on the cover sheet. Please include the date and time of services, location, and directions, if necessary. Also please include a tele­ phone number for a contact person. The Palm Sunday and Easter services article will be printed on a space-available basis. 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When asked about the leading characters Rosin replied, "Nick Smith vocally is doing an outstanding job as the lead role of Joseph. Kathleen Welch, who also choreographed some of the shows numbers, lends much vocal strength and creativity to the role of the narrator, however this is a true ensem­ ble show. “Joseph’s 11 brothers quite often steal the show with their energy and ensem­ ble power. At times, they will leave the audience gasp­ ing for air with their brute vocal strength and personali­ ty. The ‘dream girls’ are Joseph’s groupies who accompany him on his jour­ Abraham’s family in Joseph and the “Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.” ney throughout the show, lending dancing energy and vocals. Chris Caldwell, Chris Loveall and Aaron Remus each deliver personal December, he had a stroke son," she said. "He was in the seizures, some of them quite by Sandra Ponsetto solo numbers that are and developed a staph infec­ hospital most of December severe. Staff Writer extremely entertaining. "The Vermontville Saturday, March 15, the tion that went through his except for five or six days at “In addition, there is a Vermontville United brain, blood, bladder and Christmas, all ofJanuary and Township ambulance service youth chorus of 20 fourth Methodist Church will hold lungs, and that’s why he part of February. I stayed was a wonderful help when through ninth graders that are an all-you-can-eat spaghetti needed a tracheotomy and with him the whole time he he recently had a grand mal the focus ofthe story’s prem­ seizure. They did everything dinner to benefit Josh Hall, a ventilator," said Cindie. was in the hospital." ise. If you have never seen a Now that he is home, Josh they could as quickly as they 21-year-old Vermontville "Josh needs 24-hour care. musical, this is a great show man with spina bifida, who The doctors (at Children’s needs 14-hour care. He did could and got him to to cut your teeth on. If you recently underwent 13 brain Hospital of Michigan' in receive some nursing care Sparrow Hospital," she said. have seen musicals, you will surgeries and three tra­ Detroit) wouldn’t let Josh through the state, but his "They are very caring and love this show’s diversity cheotomy surgeries since come home until we got a long-time nurse had to take concerned and did a good and energy." generator in case of a power another job while he was job. They are really great." Dec. 1. Cindie said she is grateful Proceeds from the dinner outage. Josh no longer uses hospitalized. "We just met a new nurse for all the help she and Josh will be used to help cover the the ventilator during the day cost of many of his medical but he still needs it at night and it will probably take two have received. needs, which are not being when he is sleeping.” or three weeks to get her "I’ve never had to ask for met by insurance such as a Cindie explained that trained," said Cindie. "Josh help in my life. 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MV Superintendent by Sandra Ponsetto viewing for the BISD Staff Writer superintendent’s post in Maple Valley April, he said he still Superintendent of Schools intends to honor that Kim Kramer is one of five promise. candidates the Barry "My first reaction, when Intermediate School I was asked to interview District (BISD) Board of was, ‘No.’ Since I have Education has selected to been in ‘The Valley’ I’ve interview for the superin­ had people call and ask me tendent’s post held by to interview for a superin­ James Hund, who will tendent’s post in another retire June 30. Hund has district, but I’m not inter­ 35 years of service with ested in climbing the lad­ the district, the last six and der to make more money a half as superintendent. and a name for myself at When Kramer was hired this stage of my career. as the superintendent of I’m about doing what’s Maple Valley Schools in best for the kids of Barry July of 2004, he told the County. I have no desire to board of education he leave. I want to fulfill my planned to retire from commitment," he said. Maple Valley. And, "But, this is a unique situa­ although he will be inter- tion where perhaps I could to interview for BISD post do something to benefit all of Barry County including Maple Valley, two-thirds of our district is in Barry County." He explains, "There are some people in Hastings who have formed a com­ mittee to study an opportu­ nity for Kellogg Community College to work with Hastings and Delton-Kellogg Schools to provide technological edu­ cational opportunities for their students. I have been sitting in on those meet­ ings, very quietly because Maple Valley is not a part of that ISD. But, I have had a lot of experience working with technologi­ cal education centers. In Maple Valley, we have 50 to 70 students who go to Lansing Community College for technical train­ ing everyday; in the past I have worked with the Allegan Tech Center, so I became a resource for the committee." Kramer said that while people on the committee and in the Hastings com­ munity have actively per­ suaded him to apply for the post, he said it is important that the public understands that he has not talked with members of the BISD board and he does not have, "an inside track." "I did not and am not seeking this post and I have not talked to any members of the BISD of Board Education. Japanese student visits Fuller Street Fuller Elementary recently had a visit from Qiao Li, better known as ‘Lily,’ a college student from Chiba, Japan, who participated in an exchange program between Michigan State University and Hosei University in Tokyo during the fall semester. Lily returned to the United States to continue learning English and is attending . Lansing Community College. Robin Hamilton, a spe­ cial education teacher at Fuller Street invited Lily to join Hamilton’s classroom for two days. March is Reading Month and Lily said she enjoyed reading children's books in English and also writing children's names using katakana and hiragana, two different Japanese syllabaries. See JAPAN, page 3 about it. But, they know I just want to talk to the ISD and explore the possibility of helping Maple Valley," he said. The other candidates for the post are Jeff Jennette, Lloyd Kirby, Phil L. Haack, and Mary Vliek. Vliek is currently assistant superintendent of Hastings Area Schools. All interviews will be held at the BISD office, 535 W. Woodlawn Ave., Hastings, and the schedule is as follows: Jennette, 6 p.m. Monday, March 24; Kirby 8 p.m. Monday, March 24; Kramer, 6 p.m. Monday, April 7, Haack, 8 p.m. Monday, April 7; and Vliek, 5:30 p.m., Thursday, April 10. Maple Valley schools to make up inclement weather time Due to the cancellation of nine school days and three two-hour delays so far this year, the Maple Valley School district is required to add days and hours to the calendar to . meet state requirements for instruction­ al time. The state does give school districts an allowance of 30 hours (approximately five days) for such cancella­ tions. However, since weather and other circumstances this year have made it necessary to go beyond this ‘grace’ time, Maple Valley officials See SCHOOL, page 2 MV Board of Education hears report on lawsuit Lily joins one of Tammy Wilde's second grade students, Olivia Kyle, wearing a Kimono Kyle was given by her father who just returned from serving in the military in Japan. Kyle is also holding her name written in Japanese. Nashville Village Council gets update on DDA by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Orvin Moore, a member of the Maple Valley Business Owners Group, gave the Nashville Village Council an update on the group’s progress in estab­ a lishing Downtown Development Authority (DDA) in the village. Moore provided the coun­ cil with a map and descrip­ tion of the proposed area which would comprise the Nothing has gone on behind closed doors," he said. "But, I have been pressured to interview for this position, and I said I would to talk to the board to see if there is a match. "And if we can work together, we’ll see," he said. "The board and I will talk to see if maybe I can help Maple Valley regard­ ing early childhood educa­ tion and technological training by taking this post. Kramer said the Maple Valley Board of Education knows that he will be interviewing with the BISD. "The board is aware of the interview and, of course, has mixed feelings DDA. It includes: the entire length of Main Street (or M­ 66) from the southern to northern village limits, the area between M-66 and Brumm Street and between M-66 and the edge of the Thornapple River on the west side of the village and from the south shore of the Thornapple mill pond down State Street and including Railroad Street. The areas behind the exist­ ing business district and the river and mill pond were included, in the event of future development, said Moore. Moore said that Jay Kilpatrick from Wolverine Engineering in Grand Rapids, the firm which helped establish Lake Odessa’s DDA and is help­ ing to update the one in Hastings, will attend the council’s next regular meet­ ing set for 7 p.m. Thursday, April 10. “He will go over what needs to be done to establish a DDA, and it will be a good time for council members to ask questions,” said Moore. In other business the coun­ cil approved: • The payment of March bills totaling $266,162. • The resignation of Jason Strotheide from the Nashville zoning board. • The sale of the village’s 1995 Ford truck to Mike Shapley for $801. by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer During the regular March meeting of the Maple Valley Board of Education Monday night, superintendent Kim Kramer reported that Pamela Harwood, a ‘special master’ appointed by the Michigan Court of Appeals, has ruled “unequivocally,” in favor of the plaintiff school districts, including Maple Valley, which have filed a class­ action lawsuit against the State of Michigan. A letter presented to the board from Thrun Law Firm, P.C., which provides legal services for the Maple Valley School District, includes this statement from Harwood regarding the Adair et. al. v. State of Michigan et. al. case: "Simply put, the increased record-keeping and reporting requirements imposed on the school districts by the state is See BOARD, page 4 In This Issue.. • Vermontville Township Library offers wool-spinning class Play-School has openings Craft month events being held The sap is running in Maple Valley Rainforest animals visit Maplewood Elementary • Corwin scores 150th win • • • • �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, March 15,2008 — Page 2 Vermontville Township Library offers wool-spinning class SCHOOL, continued from page 1 have scheduledt JBak«ri|>*j time to remain eligible for the full amount of state aid. The district will add min­ utes to the school day and also will add four days to the school’s calendar. Beginning March 17, five minutes per day will be added through the end of the school year. Elementary buildAigs will begin five minutes earlier, the Jr./Sr. High School will adjust its class schedule to begin two minutes earlier in the morn­ ing and end three minutes later in the afternoon. These time changes should be noted for students who are dropped off or walk to school at the elementaries end ofthe school year. These make-up days will be Friday, May 30, and Monday through Wednesday, June 2 to 4. If it is necessary to cancel or delay any more school days, that time will be made up on Thursday, June 5. and students who are dropped off or picked up at the Jr./Sr. High School. This will not affect the bus sched­ ule, since students are already being dropped off at the buildings in time to meet this new schedule. In addition to the daily time change, full days of school will be added at the is $6 per person. This fee will cover the lesson, a spin­ dle, and a ball of wool rov­ ing. Pre-registration and Pre­ payment are required to hold a place in the class. Contact the library to register or for more information. Ever wanted to learn how to spin wool by hand? This class will teach participants how to spin wool using a Navajo spindle. The class will be held 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 3, at the Vermontville Township Library. The cost of the class In Praise of Spring GOOD TIME PIZZA fit tf. Spring is thefavorite seasonfor 501 North Main, Nashville manypeople, perhaps because the iv after its long winter dormancy. In 852-1985 Chumacon Cafe K world seems to come back to life fjl. J-K W 0 someparts ofthe country, winter is 202 H. Main St., Nashville, MI 49073 Sun.-Thurs. 6 am-2 pm; Fri. & Sat. 6 am-8 pm so long and cold that we really are 517-852-2500 left to wonder how anything living OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK outside could survive such drastic HAPPY TRAILS... conditions. But then, every spring THE GARDNERS: SHIRLEY AND RICHARD the robins return, the trees burst (f % firth with greenery, andflowers bloom, seemingly overnight. 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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 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 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St. • (517) 726-0258 Sunday Morning Worship Sunday School............... 9- 10 a.m. Family Worship .. 10- 11 a.m. with fellowship afterwards Wed. night: Pioneer Club .. .6-7:15 p.m. K-6th grade Family dinner 5:30 p.m. (dub members only) PASTOR: ISRAEL YOUNG 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 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM GRACE COMMUNITY 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 Wednesday Family .Night Service ......... 6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 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 PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. . PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Sendees 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages .. .10:30 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 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship.................... 8:30 a.m (Includes Children’s Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST . CHURCH . M-79 West Sunday Schoo Worship............ PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................. 11:15 a.m. PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 10 a.m. 11 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School.................... 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service...................................... 11 a P.M. Service........................................ 7 Wed. Service ............................ 7 p.m. MVP massage therapy ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH . 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 . 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 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies: United Methodist Women: 2nd Tues. Ray Vanderbaan’s videos, “That the World May Know," will be showing at 7 p.m. every Sunday night through March 16 06652103 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, March 15,2008 — Page 3 ---V--e--r--m---o---n--t-v--i-lle library JAPAN, continue All the children at Fuller Street were able to hear Lily speak in Japanese over the intercom. She encouraged the children to "Read, read, read." The children were sur­ prised to hear Lily sing ‘Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star’ in Japanese, too. MSU will participate in the exchange program again next fall and is looking for host families. Students live in the dorm, and host families par­ ticipate in a variety of activi­ ties with the students. Anyone interested in host­ ing an exchange student may contact Hamilton at Fuller Street Elementary School (517)852-9468. announces new holdings Lily and Robin Hamilton's students have a traditional Japanese snack, using chopsticks to mix it before they eat. Lily is holding a huge fish, which she named Rainbow, for Reading to a Stuffed Animal Day. Arts Council scholarship applications available In keeping with the defini­ tion of scholarship, a founda­ tion of aid or support of the scholar, the Thomapple Arts Council of Barry County is pleased to announce that the 2008 summer arts scholar­ ship application process is underway. Scholarship funds are made possible through the Sue Drummond Arts Endowment held at the Barry Community Foundation. Drummond co-founded the Thomapple Arts Council in 1985 with the desire to expose the youth of Barry County to arts and culture through various programs. She believed strongly in the benefits of creative expres­ sion for all individuals. Her legacy lives on through the Sue Drummond Scholarship Fund that was established in 1998 after her untimely death to cancer. The fund provides finan­ cial assistance to young stu­ dents of Barry County who want to pursue their artistic talents through educational programs and/or courses including summer camps and workshops. Applicants must be resi­ dents of Barry County and currently be enrolled in grades 7 through 11. The scholarships are awarded once annually dur­ ing the spring, and all appli­ cations are reviewed by a committee. The 2008 applications are due Friday, March 28. Application forms and infor­ mation may be found on the TAC’s website, www.thornapplearts.org. For more information, call (269) 9452002. Exploration Days calendar, information released Youngsters can learn new ideas and skills in a multi­ tude of interest areas, experi­ ence first-hand life on a major college campus, make new friends from across the state, and participate in a wide array of recreational opportunities through 4-H Exploration Days, June 18 to 20, at Michigan State University in East Lansing. Exploration Days involves nearly 3,000 youth partici­ pants and adult chaperons from all parts of Michigan in hands-on learning sessions, field trips and leisure oppor­ tunities. The theme this year is "Michigan 4-H: 100 Years and Growing." Exploration Days is open to youths aged 11 to 19 as of Community Play-School has openings The Community Play­ School program held at Fuller Street Elementary has openings. The program meets from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Monday afternoons through the school year. Children 2 to 5 years of age are welcome to attend with an adult (parent, grandpar­ ent, care provider, etc.). Younger siblings may attend, provided they are not disrup­ tive, since classroom space is 'Diana’s DCace 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 limited. The primary focus of this program is to introduce school-readiness in a fun and playful manner. The curricu­ lum will include ABCs, 123s, calendar skills, pre­ reading, colors and shapes. In addition, the program will include some field trips and guest speakers. Tuition is free of charge, although a one-time supply fee of $10 per child is required upon enrollment, and. each family will be required to bring snacks at least once. Space is limited to 20 children. To register, call Amy Laverty-Meeker at (269) 948-3732. Jan. 1. The cost is $165 for 4-Hers and $175 for youths who are not 4-H members. The fee covers all meals, lodging, a T-shirt, skill development sessions, Wharton Center entertainment, a dance, swimming and other recreational activi­ ties. Teens and adults interest­ ed in attending 4-H Exploration Days can pick up a registration book at the Eaton County Michigan State University Extension early to get first choices. For more information, office. Registration begins March 18 and registrations contact the Eaton County are entered on a first-come, Extension office at (517) first-served basis. Register 543-2310. Now Scheduling Appointments We Specialize in: Jill Vanderhoef, Enrolled Agent 8870 Valley Hwy., Vermontville, MI 517-852-1500 Rocking Seats • All Digital Sound Free Drink Refills • 25c com refills BIG SCREE $4.00 ALL SEATS except adult evening $6.50 (§) Stadium Seating O No passes SHOWTIMES 3/15 - 3/20 FREE 1 SPRING MATINEES ' Saturday & Sunday 10 & 11 AM I 3/15-3/1 BARE WE DOME YET? (PG) | O © DR. SEUSS’ HORTON HEARS A WHO! 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M-66 Hwy, Nashville • 517-852-9003 milk �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, March 15, 2008 — Page 4 BOARD, continued from page 1 an attempt by the state to shift the burden to comply with these additional require­ ments to the districts without appropriating the necessary costs to comply. The result is a shifting of the record-keep­ ing and reporting require­ ment burden from the state to local units of government in violation of the Headlee Amendment. The fact that the state provides a percent­ age ofschool district funding does not mean that the state can impose additional man­ dates upon the districts with- out appropriating the neces­ Appeals, adding. "We will sary costs to perform those be requesting that the court of appeals enter declaratory mandates." Kramer said that the judgment in favor of the Harwood opinion agreed plaintiff school districts, with the Maple Valley Board consistent with the special of Education’s, "argument master’s opinion. We will that the Center for also be requesting that the Educational Performance court of appeals award reim­ Information (CEPI) require­ bursement of costs and attor­ ments are unfunded man­ ney fees to the plaintiff school districts, as expressly dates.” According to the letter provided for in the Headlee from Thrum the state now Amendment" has 21 days to file an objec­ In his report, Kramer said tion to Harwood’s opinion that it was ironic that mem­ with the Michigan Court of bers of the administrative office staff had just attended a training sessions put on by the state regarding reports and data required by CEPI. He said the trainers stressed throughout the session that more changes would be com­ ing in the future that would passed down from the state to local school districts. "It is difficult for small districts like us to wear many different hats and to keep up with all of the changes and additional information the state needs," he concluded. In other business, the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope sets Reading Day The Maple Valley Community Center of Hope (MVCCOH) will host a Reading Day in celebration ofMarch is Reading Month. During regular hours 10 a.m. a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday, March-29, special guests will read various chil- dren's stories to local kids. Children are encouraged to bring their favorite blankets to sit on, a friend and their imagination. Parent and MVCCOH vol­ unteer Sandra Mullins says, "A new book equals a new adventure." Sandra's son, Skylar, said "Reading helps you learn. I like reading all the time because they have cool books about strange and unusual real-life facts." While the children listen to stories, parents can browse through the center’s clothing racks to see if there is anything they would like. The MVCCOH holds a clothing pantry from 10 a.m. until noon every Saturday. The food pantry continues to serve from 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesday. Maple Valley board: • Discussed early child­ hood education. Kramer said the board needs to discuss options and then let the com­ munity know what type of program it will offer next year, adding that the staff and administration had come up with several ideas to expand the existing Early 4s program. Several board members said they thought it was important to offer both morning and afternoon ses­ sions. Some board members expressed concern that many families in the district could not afford the $160 per month tuition for the pre­ school and that the district should allocate some funds to expand the program. • Went into closed ses­ sion at Kramer’s request to discuss his annual evaluation by the board, which will pre­ sented at the regular open meeting Monday, April 21. caiFNDAR OF F.VF.NTS Shooting Sports Leaders’ Meeting, 6 p.m., Barry County Conservation Club. Mar. 15 Winter Trap Shoot, 7 p.m., Barry County Conservation Club. Mar. 17 New Leader Orientation, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Mar. 18 Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Mar. 19 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Mar. 20 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m.. Expo Center. Mar. 24 Rabbit/Cavy Mandatory Meeting, 7 p.m.. First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Mar. 27 Rabbit/Cavy Mandatory' Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Nashville-Vermontville sub­ Mar. 29 Swine Workshop, 9 a.m., First United station," said Consumers Methodist Church in Hastings. Energy spokesperson Terry Mar. 29 Teen Leadership Workshop, 9 a.m., Community Room of the Courts & Law DeDoes. "Five hundred and Building. eighty-eight of those same Deadline for 4-H Enrollments. customers were without April 1 Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, power from 3:17 to 4:40 a.m. April 2 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Tuesday when workers had April 3 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. to shut down the circuit to April 11-14 2008 4-H Dairy Conference, Kellog g make repairs and take care of Biological Station. the branches that were caus­ April 14 Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 ing the problem.” p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Mar. 15 Tree branches cause Nashville and Vermontville power outage by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Tree branches downed wires and caused 2,553 Consumers Energy customers in Nashville and Vermontville to lose power from 8:15 p.m. Monday evening until 2:51 a.m. Tuesday morning. "The downed wires caused a fuse to be tripped ay the (From left) Alli Hickey, Evan Adrianson, Easter Bunny, Grant Adrianson and Jarrett Hickey took part in a previous hunt. Grace Community Church to hold Easter Egg Hunt Grace Community Church of Nashville is sponsoring an Easter Egg Hunt at Putnam Park Saturday, March 22, at 10 a.m. Children from infant through sixth grade are wel­ come to join in the fun in searching for hundreds of candy-filled eggs. Prizes, even bikes, will be awarded. Children should bring their own bucket or sack. The hunt will take place rain or shine. The sap is running in Maple Valley by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer "Some people say we’re running about two weeks late this year, but really it varies from year to year, depending on the weather," said Monte O’Dell, a Vermontville Maple Syrup Corporation volunteer as he helped gather sap along Main Street Wednesday afternoon. The corporation tapped trees March 1 and had its first collection and boil on March 8. While the season may or may not be running late, the association’s syrup produc­ tion will go a little faster thanks to its new reverseosmosis machine. "Some guy from Dewitt donated it to the corporation a couple ofyears ago, but this is our first year using it, so we still have some bugs to get out of it," explained cor­ poration President Steve Hayes, as he worked to repair and adjust the machine at Maple Manor. "We figured with the rising gas prices, we’d give it a try this year. Hayes added that the reverse-osmosis procedure concentrates the sap and takes the water out of it, which decreases the boil time. "Reverse osmosis is used to purify water by removing the sediments," said Hayes. See SAP, page 10 The new reverse-osmosis machine. 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 06663365 co, . mes & Family Owner/Manager �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, March 15,2008 — Page 5 Craft month events being held at library Putnam District Library’s Tuesday night craft club is continuing its series of events during March in honor of National Craft Month. Local crafters from Barry and Eaton counties are displaying their creations throughout the month for public viewing during regu­ lar library hours. Interested crafters are invited to submit up to three pieces for dis- play. Call or stop by the library for more information. In addition to the ongoing display, the library is provid­ ing an opportunity to learn, or refresh, craft skills. At 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 18, the Craft Club will meet as usual. Everyone is invited to bring a project to work on and socialize. On the evening of Tuesday, March 25, at 6 p.m., the library will host Nashville resident Lyle French, who is a long-time button collector. He will share some of his collection with attendees and discuss the many ways buttons teach about history and culture. Two Saturday workshops also are planned; they will both be hosted by library director and mixed-media artist, Shauna Swantek. At 10 a.m. Saturday, March 22, there will be a demonstration of metal embossing. Attendees will be invited to experiment with this tech­ nique and create a unique piece of jewelry. Materials for this are free for the first 15 who register in advance. At 10 a.m. Saturday, March 29, Swantek will share instructions for making a purse with playing cards and packing tape. The work­ shop is free; however, this project requires attendees to prepare materials in advance. A list of materials needed may be picked up at the library upon registration. Both Saturday programs are ideal for teens or adults of all abilities. The library serves Nashville and the townships of Castleton, Maple Grove and Assyria. Visitors are always welcome. The public may view the craft displays during regular library hours which are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday and Wednesday; 3 to 8 p.m. Tuesday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday; and 9 a.m. to noon Saturday. Registration for workshops may be done in person or by phone at (517) 852-9723. Michigan Centennial Farm Association annual meeting to be held in Nashville 'WEuIbi Larry J. Wagenaar, execu­ tive director ofthe Historical Society of Michigan, will be one of the featured speakers at the 2008 annual meeting of the Michigan Centennial Farm Association (MCFA) which will be held Tuesday, April 15, at Mulberry Golf Course, 955 Main St., in Nashville. Registration will begin at 9 a.m. with the program beginning at 9:30 a.m. The cost is $20 per person, which includes lunch and morning refreshments. Wagenaar will discuss the transfer of the MCFA from the Michigan Department of History, Art and Libraries to the Historical Society of Michigan, due to take place July 1. The program will feature Stephanie Slim, 2007 MCFA scholarship recipient who will give a presentation on her Michigan State University internship pro­ gram in New Zealand. MCFA president Robert Wilson will provide an overview of the organiza­ tion’s new Website, which gives details about applying for centennial farm certifica­ tion as well as current Michigan centennial farms and their history. The site also lets association mem­ bers post a profile ofthe his­ tory of their centennial farms. The centennial farm pro­ gram began with the Michigan Historical Commission in 1948 with support from Consumers Power Company, Detroit Edison Company, local cooperatives and farm groups. Since its inception, it has recognized more than 6,000 farms that have remained in the same family for one hundred years or more and their contributions to Michigan agriculture. A sesquicentennial farm pro­ gram was established a few years later to commemorate farms that have remained in the same family for more than 150 years. The MCFA was estab­ lished in 1955 as an organi­ zation to bring together cen­ tennial farm owners. For Free boating safety classes being offered The Eaton County Sheriff’s Department will conduct free boating safety classes Monday, Wednesday and Friday evenings on the following dates: • • April 21, 23 and 25 • May 5, 7 and 9 • May 12, 14 and 16 • June 2,4 and 6 • June 16, 18 and 20 Classes will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. each night in the Sheriffs office EOC room, 1025 Independence Blvd., Charlotte. This course is designed for all boaters—personal water- Maple Valley band concert this week The public is invited to attend a free Maple Valley Band Festival Concert at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 18, in the high school auditorium. The Maple Valley Band usually attends a Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association (MSBOA) com­ petition somewhere in the state of Michigan in the win­ ter. This year, the band pro­ gram has planned a Festival Concert at the school and has arranged for three MSBOA judges to be present. The band will be judged using the same standards as the formal MSBOA competition, only at a later date due to school days missed because of weather. After each group plays, one of the judges will work with the students for 10 min­ utes from the podium. The band department hopes that this will be a more meaning­ ful experience for the kids and help continue the growth in the program. craft operators, hunters or fishermen operating out­ board utility boats, skippers of family ski boats, sailing enthusiasts and others. All boaters must follow the same nautical rules, regulations and courtesies of the water, and all are subject to the same forces of nature while boating. Since boating often is a family activity, the course may be of value to all mem­ bers of a boating family. Qualified and experienced instructors will provide instruction as a public serv­ ice. There is never a charge for instruction. While the content of the student manu­ al serves as the basis for this course, it also will serve as a reference book in basic boat­ ing long after the course work is complete. The course meets the educational standards of the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators, and fea­ tures a final examination as required by state law. To be eligible, students must be at least 12 years old anytime during the boating season. Call Jerri Nesbitt at (517) 543-5257 or (517) 372-8217 ext. 5257 to register. NEWEST CITIZEN ANNOUNCED BOY, Collin Robert Munford,, born at North Ottawa Community Health System, on March 5, 2008 to Jeff and Angie Munford (Gordon) of Grand Haven. Weighing 8 lbs. more information on MCFA or its annual meeting, visit www.michigancentennialfarm.org or contact Karen Redman, administrative assistant, at (517) 882-5314 or e-mail her at karen.red- man@michigancentenniafarms.org. For advance registration for the annual meeting, inter­ ested parties should send name, address and phone number along with a check for the total number attend­ ing to: MCFA Annual Meeting, PO Box 80151, Lansing, MI 48908. Advanced registrations must be received by April 1. Easter egg hunt breakfast at Kalamo UMC The public is invited to experience God this Easter season at Kalamo United Methodist Church. Traditional Palm Sunday services will be held Sunday, March 16, at 9 and 10:30 a.m. There will be a Maundy Thursday foot-washing serv­ ice on March 20 at 7 p.m. Come share this unique experience. An Easter egg hunt will be held Saturday, March 22, at 5 p.m. for small children. Following the egg hunt will be a Folk Music Easter Eve service beginning at 6 p.m. There will be a nursery and activities provided for the children. Easter worship services will be held at 9 a.m. with breakfast starting to be served at 9:45 a.m. and the second worship service to begin at 10:30 a.m. The breakfast will be provided by the Kalamo United Methodist Women and will include egg casseroles, rolls, muffins and fruit. Guests who cannot attend services may listen to a radio broadcast at 9 a.m. every Sunday on WLCM 1390 AM. Kalamo UMC is located eight miles west of Charlotte on M-79 to Ionia Road, then 1.5 miles south. For more information contact www.kalamochurch.org or call (517) 541-1144. AagbJDdE^iSGgHh PARENTS OF MAPLE VALLEY PRESCHOOLERS (Ages 2-1/2 to 4) LT >■ -r ir- Are you concerned about your child’s development? Are there difficulties with speech, coordination, behavior or learning? I4K M Eaton Intermediate School District is assessing Maple Valley preschoolers (aged 2-1/2 to 4) as a service to parents. While children are being tested, parents will have an opportunity to talk with the preschool team about services. If you are interested, please call Fuller Elementary Office Staff at (517) 852-9428 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. for an appointment. The testing will be done at The Castleton Hall on Wednesday, March 26, 2008. rr "r -rr rr THIS IS NOT KINDERGARTEN ROUNDUP! The testing will be done by appointment only. Please call (517) 852-9468 for your appointment by March 25, 2008. We look forward to seeing you! s vvrfTbs Sponsored by Maple Valley- Public Schools and Project Find, Eaton Intermediate School District. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, March 15,2008 — Page 6 Rainforest animals visit Maplewood Elementary by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The theme for March is Reading Month at Maplewood Elementary is ‘Reading in the Rainforest.’ Tuesday, Megan Shannon from Preuss Pets in Lansing’s historic Old Town brought four exotic animal friends to visit the students. Shannon brought a parrot, rose-haired tarantula, giant African millipede and a whip-tailed scorpion. With the exception of the bird, most of Shannon’s friends were not very cuddly look­ ing, but that didn’t prevent an enthusiastic response from the students who asked dozens of questions about Seth Gurd holds a parrot after Maplewood Elementary’s rainforest animals assembly. (Photo by Bob Smith.) each animal she showed them. The students wanted to know long a parrot lived. "Fifty to 60 years," said Shannon. "Can your parrot talk?" "Parrots can have vocabu­ laries of about 125 to 150 words, but this one just likes to whistle." "How many legs does a millipede have?" "About 1,500." "What does he eat?" "He eats fruits and vegeta­ bles. That makes him a what?" asked Shannon. "A herbivore," said the students. "How long will he live?” “About 10 to 15 years in captivity, less in the wild." "What does the tarantula eat?" "Crickets and baby mice." "Eeeew!" "What does that make him?" "A carnivore." Shannon explained the unique behaviors and charac­ teristics of each animal, and where each species originat­ ed, but stressed that all the animals at Preuss Pets are bom and raised in captivity; none are captured in the wild. After the show Seth Gurd, a fourth grade student in David Hustwick’s class who won a reading month con­ test, got to hold the parrot and talk with Shannon. ARE you LOOKING FOR A SAFE, RELIABLE, AND CARING ENVIRONMENT FOR YOUR CHILD BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL? SCHOOL MENUS Maple Valley Elementary Menu Monday, March 17 Grilled cheese. Tomato soup, celery w/p.butter, St. Patrick’s Day Treat. Tuesday, March 18 Chicken tenders. Roll, cheesie potatoes, applesauce. Wednesday, March 19 M.W.: Quesadilla. Fuller: Turkey Tetrazzini. Whole kernel com, grapes, pudding. Thursday, March 20 M.W. Cottage Inn. Pizza Hot Pocket. Tossed salad, pineapple man. oranges, Teddy Grahams. Friday, March 21 Good Friday. No School. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High Lunch Menu THE MAPLE VALLEY LATCHKEY PROGRAM OFFERS: Safe and convenient delivery to your child's school building: No need to walk to a bus stop or wait outside in inclement weather. Available childcare when the school schedule changes: When there is a school delay... the morning session of the Latchkey Program is open at 6:00 a.m. Homework Assistance: The Latchkey Program works with the students' teachers to coordinate homework needs Minimum of television and video time: We have videos available, but we don't have time for them. We are too busy having fun. Staff trained in CPR and First Aid For more information on the Maple Valley School Latchkey Program contact Terry Woodman at 852-9421 or visit us in the multi-purpose room at Fuller before or after school to see what our program has to offer MV children. Megan Shannon from Preuss Pets in Lansing shows Maplewood Elementary students a tarantula. — Monday, March 17 Turkey tetrazzini. Green beans, glazed carrots, pineap­ ple. Salad Bar. Tuesday, March 18 Club sandwich. French fries, sliced cucumbers, peaches. Mexican Bar. Wednesday, March 19 Chicken nuggets. Mashed potatoes, peas and carrots, cinnamon apples. Asian Bar. Thursday, March 20 Kellogg Cottage Inn. Cook’s choice. Friday, March 21 Good Friday. No School. Note: Entree’s available daily: Cheeseburger, variety ofchicken sandwiches, pizza, peanut butter and jelly sand­ wich, fish sandwich, honey and peanut butter sandwich, 6 ozs. yogurt w/string cheese. Sides available daily: garden salad, juice, fresh fruit. Milk is included with all full meal purchases. Second available on vegetables at no additional charge. Assorted bread choic­ es daily. Megan Shannon shows a parrot native to South American rainforests. (Photo by Bob Smith.) Girl Scouts selling cookies Friday It's Girl Scout Cookie time again. Girl Scout Troop 91 will be holding a cookie sale on Friday, March 21, from 1 to 5 p.m. at Independent Bank in Vermontville. The girls also will be at Carl's Market in Nashville Saturday, March 29, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. All the favorite cookies are back, including Thin Mints, Samoas, Trefoils and Tag-a-longs. 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Date Phone Address Signature HASTINGS REMINDER OTHER MARSHALL COMMUNITY AD-VISOR BATTLE CREEK SHOPPER NEWS P.O. Box 163 • Battle Creek Ml 49016 • 965-3955 • Fax 968-8586 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, March 15, 2008 — Page 8 Maple Valley FFA represented at 80th state FFA convention On Wednesday, March 5, through Friday, March 7, 10 Maple Valley FFA members along with four chaperones attended the Michigan FFA Convention on the campus of Michigan State University. Maple Valley FFA mem­ bers attending this year’s convention were Amber Hamilton; Amber Cantrell, Brittiney Stambaugh, Josh Norton, Jennifer Curtis, Kristen Cantrell, Hillary Ruffner, Ashliegh Penny, Chelsea Hale, Emily Eldred and chaperones Bonnie Cantrell, Kim Eldred, Student Teacher Mrs. Brown and Advisor Aaron Saari. At this year’s state con­ vention, Caitlin Hale and Chelsea Hale were members of the State FFA Chorus. Caitlin also tried out for the National FFA Chorus and was recommended at the state level to forward her application for a chance to sing at the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis this October. On Wednesday evening, the Maple Valley group as a whole also received a chap­ ter award. They received a National Chapter Award which was a gold rating. The chapter will be recommend­ ed to forward its application to the National FFA Organization to receive national recognition in Indianapolis. Also Wednesday evening, Ashliegh Penny received an Outstanding Junior Degree. State Degree: Jennifer Curtis L to R Hillary Ruffner, Brittiney Stambaugh, Amber Cantrell, Emily Eldred, Josh Norton, and She was the lone recipient this year from Maple Valley to receive this degree. Maple Valley’s official delegates this year were Alicia White and Kristen Cantrell. These members voted on state decisions and also attended a reception at the state capitol as part ofthe representation of the Michigan FFA. This year, Maple Valley had three members receive state proficiency awards. Ashliegh Penny received a excellence in the supervised silver award in the area of agricultural experience pro­ equine entrepreneurship for grams and have displayed her horses. Amber Hamilton leadership skills at the chap­ was the state winner for agri­ ter level. cultural sales for her work at This year, Maple Valley Hughes Hide and Fur. Her also had six students receive application may be forward­ their state degrees from the ed to the national level. Michigan FFA Association. Jennifer Curtis also received Josh Norton, Emily Eldred, a silver in specialty animal Amber Cantrell, Hillary production for working at Ruffner, Brittiney Binder Park Zoo. These Stambaugh, and Jennifer awards were given to mem­ Curtis were the recipients of bers who have achieved the state FFA degree. This year Maple Valley had four members receive scholarship recognition. Amber Cantrell, Emily Eldred, Jennifer Curtis, and Brittiney Stambaugh received the scholarship for earning a grade point aver­ age of 3.0 or higher. Overall, Maple Valley had a very successful conven­ tion, and members thank everyone who came and sup­ ported them to make it a very successful year, said advisor Aaron Saari. Top L to R: Jennifer Curtis, Britiney Stambaugh, Amber Cantrell, Josh Norton, Emily Eldred: Bottom: Kristen Cantrell, Alicia White, Chelsea Hale, Caitlin Hale, and Ashliegh Penny. Ashliegh Penny - Outstanding Junior Degree Winner 06668822 K | DOBBIN 65, Ml BOBBIN'S Call: Jeff or Chris (269) 945-0191 Hastimos, Ml 490 SB • Jump Start Service • Tire Service • Lodi Out Service • We Buy Junk Cars JEFF DOBBIN'S AUTO SERVICE, INC. Annual Fireman’s Dance this month The Vermontville Township Fire Department will hold its 88th Annual Fireman’sDance at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 29, at Road Runners, 177 S. Main St. in Vermontville. The cost is $10 per person and includes a dinner buffet and dancing to live music starting at 8 p.m. There will also be door prizes and raf­ fles throughout the evening. All proceeds will benefit the fire department. Commission 5dP U CCXBVU on Aging Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Hearty Menu Monday, March 17 Irish boiled dinner, diced carrots, green jello w/pears, wheat bread. Tuesday, March 18 Ziti w/chicken, Calif, blend vegetables, com, apple juice. Wednesday, March 19 Roast turkey, mashed pota­ toes and gravy, asparagus, banana, wheat bread. Thursday, March 20 Scallop potatoes and ham, broccoli, applesauce, dinner roll. Friday, March 21 Baked pollock, rice, green beans, winter blend vegeta­ bles, tomato juice. Cold Menu Monday, March 17 Pea and cheese salad, mari­ nated carrots, mandarin oranges, wheat bread. Tuesday, March 18 Hard boiled eggs, black bean tomato salad, pineapple tidbits, wheat bread. Wednesday, March 19 Turkey w/Swiss cheese, marinated vegetables, spiced apples, flour tortilla. Thursday, March 20 Chef salad, tomato salad, diced peaches, saltine crack­ ers. Friday, March 21 Cheese cubes, broccoli raisin salad, plums, whole wheat crackers. Activities Calendar Monday, March 17: Hastings - Music with Sam; Crafts 10:30 a.m.; Watercolor 1 p.m.; Card Making 12:30 p.m.; St. Pats Fun 11 a.m. Delton Nashville 5 11:30 a.m.. H,W,N - Reminiscence. Tuesday, March 18: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Beg Line Dance Noon; Bible Study 12:30 p.m. GL Cards 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 19: Hastings Nails; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m.; Red Hats PJ Party Caledonia Big Boy 9 a.m. Delton - Reminiscence. Nashville - Mini Massage 10:30 a.m. Thursday, March 20: Hastings - Line Dancing 9;30 a.m.; Beg Line Dance noon; BP Clinic; Caregiver’s Sup. 3:30 p.m.; Cancer Support 1 p.m. Nashville - TV Time. Delton - Puzzles/Trivia. Friday, March 21: Hastings - Exercise 9 a.m.; Easter Party 10:30 a.m. Nashville - Friendship Feast. Volunteers available to help with State of Mich. Tax credits by appointment only. Home Heating Credits. Homestead Property Tax credits. 8:30 a.m.-l p.m. M,T,Th til April 15. Wanted: Standing Timber Call Hughes Logging LLC Since 1980 Leonard Hughes Jr. (517) 852-9040 Log With Horses or Skidder 06664087 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, March 15,2008 — Page 9 Little League baseball and softball sign-up coming up Sign-ups for the Maple Valley Little League (MVLL) will be held Tuesday March 18 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Maple Valley High School Cafeteria. The cost is $30 for players from ages six to 12, and $25 for four- and five-year-old boys and girls who wish to be a part of the combined T- Ball program. Youngsters ages six to eight will be a part of the Pee Wee baseball and softball programs. Children nine- and ten-yearsold will be a part of the 10- > Under division in baseball and softball. Those children 11- and 12-years old will be part ofthe 12-Under baseball and softball divisions. Ages will be determined as ofJune 1, 2008. Checks should be made out to Maple Valley Little League. The deadline for sign-ups will be March 18. Those who register after Mach 18 will be charged a $10 late regis­ tration fee and the child will be placed on a waiting list. If room is available, the child will be placed on a team. If Maple Valley baseball player Chris Caldwell and softball player Mercedes Angus no room is available, a full refund • will be given. get together with Mrs. Powers’ Early 4’s Class at Fuller Street Elementary for “March Children placed on the wait­ is Reading Month”. ing list will be placed on a first-come, first-serve basis. Each player must have a Terri Hurosky, from the Maple Valley High School girls’ softball program, reads Dr. Seuss’ “Green Eggs ball glove. Cleats are recom­ and Ham” to a class at Fuller Elementary as part of mended, but tennis shoes will be allowed. Each child “March is Reading Month”. will receive a hat and team T-shirt, included with their The Albion College sign-up fee. Team shirts women’s basketball team must be worn for all games. The MVLL will continue ended its season with a loss on with its commitment to in the championship game of improve the overall Little the Michigan Intercollegiate Association League Program this season. Athletic There is once again a com- Tournament. The Britons enjoyed an mitment from both the varsity softball and baseball outstanding season, winning coaches at Maple Valley 22 games (the third-most High School to be involved wins in a season in school in the development of not history) and finishing second only all players at all levels, in the MIAA. but also all coaches as well. Megan Garvey, the Maple Valley’s High daughter of Raymond School programs recently Garvey and Charlene Garvey went to Fuller Street of Nashville and a graduate Elementary to take part in of Maple Valley High “March is Reading Month”, School, contributed to the not only as an opportunity to Britons’ success on the court. read to the kids, but also to Garvey played in 26 games. She was one of Albion's use it as a chance to promote starting guards in 25 conthese sign-ups. Any questions can be tests. She was Albion's directed to Baseball Director fourth-leading scorer, averKyle Booher at (517) 852- aging 8.8 points per game. 1510, Softball Director Jody She posted a season-high 21 Maple Valley baseball player James Cramer shows Franklin (517) 726-0387, or points in Albion's Feb. 7 win Megan Garvey in action for the Britons. (Photo by off the pictures in the story he is reading to students at Program Director Bryan over MIAA rival Olivet Dave Trumpie) Fuller Street Elementary. Carpenter at (517) 726-1391. College. Megan Garvey ends year as Albion’s fourth-leading scorer ** ■ faofa E<- Wih l'r' •® M'fesiia. M H u; 'felUji; Sih ““] h 11 u Dtij • Mi IHit HW-tais® taht, .W II itlaM it fobs tai fei I HkUOpitl' I MslMiu ffrfitsiif.ttll kiw ■ M: Mit 1 hfiCikfaiiBiiM uMni-ta®® Ljiillt-lWW Holy week services set in the area by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The next several days are the most solemn and most collaborative time in the Christian calendar. Area churches will be observing COBB WELL DRILLINC CREPAJR • 7 Day Service • Pumps Installed & Repaired • Service On Submersible Pumps • 2" - 5” Well Drilling and Repair 30 Years Experience Estimates Available 517-726-0377 356 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Richard Cobb David Cobb Ml Lie. *1748 Palm Sunday March 16, fol­ lowed by the solemnity of Holy Week with Good Friday services. Then the joy of the resurrection shines forth on Easter Sunday. Churches in the area have the following serv­ ices and events: Dowling area The Country Chapel United Methodist Church encourages everyone to start the week with them for breakfast. The church will host its first community breakfast Saturday,. March 15. The breakfast is from 8 to 11 a.m. at the chapel at 9275 S. M-37 Highway. This is the first of a series. of breakfasts which will be served on the third Saturday of each month. The menu includes pan­ cakes, French toast, eggs to order, bacon, sausage, milk juice, coffee or tea. This is to be a time of fel­ lowship for neighbors and friends. The cost is free but donations are accepted. For more information call (269) 721-8077. Lakewood area St. Herman Orthodox Church in Woodbury, like other Orthodox churches throughout the world, will be celebrate Easter April 27 this year, about a month later than their Catholic and HEALTH INSURANCE • HEALTH INSURANCE • HEALTH INSURANCE Protestant neighbors. 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The first service will be at 2 p.m. and the sec­ ond at 7 p.m. This year, the service will be held at the Sunfield church, located on the comer of Third Street and Logan. Call the church at (517) 566­ 8448 for directions. SAP, continued from page 4------------------------------------------"But, in syrup making, we remove the water and keep the sediments because that’s what is used to make syrup. A lot of producers have switched to this method. HUNTERS! MANY NEW bows in stock now! Try them at our range! Turkey calls, ammo, decoys & guns. Al & Pete's Sport Shop 111 S. Jef­ ferson Street Hastings (269)945-4417. * Pumps * Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe * Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Richard Ewing Owner PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. 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If you fail to do so, a default judgment may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint filed in this case. A copy of this order shall be published once each week in MAPLE VALLEY NEWS for three consecutive weeks, and proof of publication shall be filed in this court. A copy of this order shall be sent to CORY MERICA at the last known address by registered mail, return receipt requested, date of the last publication, and the affidavit of mailing shall be filed with this court. Date: 2/20/08 Judge Thomas S. Eveland 8 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, March 15,2008 — Page 11 Corwin scores 150th win and 2nd state medal by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Maple Valley senior Tyler Corwin had an emotional weekend at the Palace of Auburn Hills, as he closed out his high school wrestling career with his second appearance in the individual state finals. Corwin scored his second state medal, placing fifth in Division 3’s 125-pound weight class. He had a 4.-2 The Lions’ Tory Roberts is lifted up and taken down by Roscommon’s Jon Domsitz during the third period of •their consolation round match Friday morning at the individual state finals. (Photo by Brett Bremer) record over the course of the three-day tournament. After ‘his 4-2 win over Goodrich’s Kirk Britton in the match for fifth place, Corwin lingered in the arena a bit “After that match I was balling,” Corwin said. “It hit me after they raised my hand. No more matches, no more matches in high school anyway.” “(Coach) Ricketts told me to look around and soak it all in.” One meet official saw him hanging around and instead of rushing him out, took him on one last walk around the arena. “It’s unbelievable, the Lion senior Tyler Corwin gets some support from his coaches Chris Ricketts (left) Palace in general,” Corwin said. “Being here with all the and Tony Wawiernia (right) after his final match Saturday at the individual state finals. wrestlers, I don’t really (Photo by Brett Bremer) know how to say it. With all the talent here, it’s a privi­ Darrin Crowder 13-3 in the second round of consolation lege to be with everybody.” Corwin won the 150th to assure himself of a medal. “I’m happy with my match of his career in the career and how it unfolded,” consolation quarterfinals, knocking off Montrose’s Corwin said. Another Lion senior, Tory Cody Wray 6-4 in overtime. Dundee’s Pete Rendina then Roberts also saw his high got the best ofCorwin, 5-0 in school career end over the weekend. He was pinned by the consolation semifinals. Heights He came to the finals with Madison hopes of earning a state Lamphere’s Josh Swanson in championship, but saw those the opening round of the dashed when he fell to Big tournament Thursday night, fell 6-5 to Rapids’ Garrett Schaner in then the championship quarterfi­ Roscommon’s Jon Domsitz nals Friday. Schaner went on in the first round of consola­ Friday morning. to finish as the runner-up to tion Swanson went on to finish Midland Bullock Creek’s runner-up to Pinconning’s Ryen Mieman. After that loss, Corwin Corey Woodruff in the defeated Chippewa Hills’ flight. Some cheer teams learn that bigger may be better IE ■ SWtOFBCOI Ulf MW®' asnf^ tis was 13 «n8*K k Ob** * WT j iif#® * gtiVea a !0$.W QrttH^ :?fe ?fe ?f by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Last year it was just over eight points. This year, Lakewood’s varsity competi­ tive cheer team came up about 15 points short of a spot in the Division 3 state finals. For the second straight season, Lakewood finished third at their Division 3 regional tournament Saturday. Otsego, the region­ al hosts, took the regional championship with a score of 719.380. Lansing Catholic was second with a score of 701.536. Lakewood placed third with 686.568 points. The top two teams from each regional across the state Saturday earned a spot in this weekend’s state finals at the Delta Plex in Grand Rapids. Lakewood head coach Kim Martin said she thinks her team will have to make some changes next season in an effort to get over that third-place hump. “Numbers hurt us this year,” said Martin. They have implemented a couple multipliers in round 2 and round 3 that give bigger teams with more girls on the mat an advantage. Lansing Catholic puts 14 girls on the mat and start out at a higher point base than we do because we only put ten. They automatically start out six to nine points higher in round two and ten to 15 points higher in round three.” They ended up beating us Come join us for tH> ’%<* Jack & Judy’s* St. Patrick’s Day Monday March 17th $ Corned Beef & Cabbage iz>UM“ UM A*z z M ij K^y. i Country Kettle Cafe Nashville *s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! 113 N. Main Nashville 517-852-9700 Make plans now to have Easter Dinner . with us and enjoy a. Baked Ham & Yams Swiss Steak Baked Chick & Dressing Fresh Strawberry Shortcake OUR BURGERS ARE ALL 1/3 LB! Hours: Hungryfor Pizza? Don't NeedAll the Carbs? Open 7 Days 6AM-8PM Try our Pizza Wrap & Pizza Spit! by less than a point in round Zeeland West. In round two and round three. “If we three, Lakewood tallied a had put the same numbers on 294.5, which was also the the mat as them, we would fourth best score in that have ended up with the sec­ round behind Otsego, Maple Valley’s Tyler Corwin (right) fights for a take ond place spot and a bid to Lansing Catholic, and Paw the state finals.” Paw. down against Goodrich’s Kirk Britton during the first It was tough on a lot of “We have figured we are period of their 125-pound bout for fifth place Saturday at small schools. Maple Valley going to have to play the the Palace. (Photo by Brett Bremer) placed 14th in the 15-team game next year and put more meet, with a final score of girls on the mat,” said 553.805. The Maple Valley Martin. “We will have nine Lions scored a 166.0 in the returnees from this year’s opening round, 152.805 in team, and eight JV returnees. round two, and 235.0 in We will definitely have the round three. numbers and the skill to The Vikings didn’t do make our rounds bigger.” themselves any favors in In the final team standvIfso>we nee(iyou! round one, making a few too ings, Zeeland West was ‘‘ - .’Especially if you have extra bedroom many mental mistakes. fourth with a score of space for a small sibling group or a teenager. No-obli­ Lakewood scored a 201.0 in 675.450, followed by gation, no-cost Foster Parenting Classes for singles the opening round, which Allegan 664.724, Paw Paw and couples are offered yearly in Barry County, and they are coming right up! An information night will be was the fifth best score ofthe 657.071, Coloma 642.798, offered at the new Hastings Library this Wednesday, round. Otsego scored a 212.5 •East Jackson 625.965, March 19th at 6:15PM, with childcare and pizza avail­ to start things off, and Albion 619.777, Delton able upon registration. The 24-hour class will be held Lansing Catholic 214.5. That Kellogg 594.312, Portland Saturdays, April 19, May 10, 9-4, with an orientation put Lakewood in a hole 593.660, Hopkins 579.115, April 16, 6-9. For information or to register for either early. Pennfield 565.684, Maple either, telephone: (517) 627-2672 or e-mail: “We came back out with Valley 553.805, and Mueller-Hayes-J@michigan.gov our best round two and three Hillsdale 505.812. of the season,” Martin said. “Our round three was the cleanest round three of the night. We were the only school to execute every stunt and not have any falls. It was a huge disappointment to my team.” Lakewood scored a Vermontville, Ml ■LICmENeSEnD DUUB 191.068 in round two, for the INSURED COLE HANSBARGER Owner fourth best score in that round behind Otsego, Featuring Ruud Gas Furnaces and Air Conditioners. | Lansing Catholic, and Full Line of Indoor Air Quality Products • FREE Estimates Could you provide a loving home to a foster child? Hansbarge Heating & Air Conditioning �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, March 15,2008 — Page 12 Maplewood starts reading month with assembly (Kelly Murton, To end the festivities, a VanderHoef Dennis brought the Maple Valley and softball players to talk to Committee Maplewood School staff and the kids about how important Martha Parks, Anne Baker, students High School Jazz Band to reading is to remain eligible Bob play as the students entered to play sports. Also, some of Smith) took turns showing of their own and led the stu­ the cheerleaders showed off kids some samples of the activities and prizes that they dents in a rousing cheer, also Tuesday, 4, March participated in a ‘March is Reading Month’ kick-off The assembly. theme for this year’s busy month is ‘Reading in the Maplewood and student WILX Channel Jeremy caster Rainforest.’ Former assembly. the 10 sports- Sampson heir skills with cheers about reading. The Smith, and Laura few of the male teachers donned cheerleading outfits of their own. will be seeing throughout the Reading Month month. spoke to the student body Maple Valley High School graduate and sportscaster Jeremy Sampson speaks to the students about the impor­ tance of reading. about how important reading is in his career. He also read a Paul Harvey baseball story about the ‘Chicago curse.’ Baseball Carpenter Coach Bryan brought along some Maple Valley baseball Maple Valley High School coach and some of his softball and baseball players talk about reading. The Maple Valley High School cheerleaders lead a reading month cheer at Maplewood Elementary. CertainTeedEI Fiberglass Insulation AMERICA’S CABINETMAKER Cabinets Guardian Fiberglass Insulation Plywood Lumber iConic no omnec.to .qualityA.qnudaersye-n, Oak Pine Molding USG fl Plumbing g^3/i Supplies Armstrong Ceiling Tile Paints Hand & Power Tools Qak Dry Mix S^Crete & Supply Maplewood teachers Hal Maxon, Bob Smith, Matt Powers and Josh Meersma donned cheerleader garb and led a few cheers during the assembly. Vinyl Sidin ng The World Leader in Specialty Building Products. "Innovation is our most valuable asset" Marque-Line I! DOOR SYSTEMS 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 A K Janics * P>LLED Propane : Ml Station ACCEPTING BIDS FOR LAWN MOWING EQUIPMENT The Village of Nashville is soliciting bids for a 2008 72” - 28 to 30 hr. power commercial grade diesel lawn mower. The lawn mower must also have the following: front runner, 2 wheel or opt of 4 wheel drive, hard cab and heater, rear weight kit and rear discharge. Any questions can be directed to Darrell Clements at 517-852-9571. Bids must be submitted in writing to Darrell Clements at the sewer plant located at 202 Water Alley before 3:30 p.m. on March 28, 2008. If mailing your bid please send it to the Village ofNashville, 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 587, Nashville, MI 49073 and must be received-by the village by March 28, 2008. The Village of Nashville reserves the right to reject any and all -bjdjL- --------------------------- --------------- � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/822/MapleValleyNews_2008-03-22.pdf a5f55234d54c8d9c1a0f792542e94f96 PDF Text Text asngsucrary HASTINGS PUBLIC LISRAH/ MAPLE VALLA MVN 227 EAST STATE ST HASTINGSMi49058 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 136-No. 12, March 22, 2008 Independent Bank makes donation to Maplewood 6th grade camp by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Thursday morning Nicole Vyha, manager of Independent Bank’s Vermontville branch, pre­ sented Maplewood Elementary School Principal Fred Davenport with a check for $201.14 to help defray costs for students attending the school’s annual 6th grade camp, which is set for May 14 to 16 this year. "We put a canister out on the counter to collect money and on the last Friday of each month we have ‘Casual Because We Care,’ day and anyone who wants to wear jeans to work on that day can make a donation to the cause," explained Vyha. "This check represents dona­ tions from the canister in Vermontville and ‘Casual Because We Care’ donations from our branches in Vermontville, Potterville, Charlotte, Bellevue, and Richland. Each month one bank gets to decide where the funds will go, and we thought, ‘Hey! What about sixth grade camp? They could use the money." Davenport said he and the students and staff at Maplewood appreciate the donations, "This will send four kids to camp," he said indicating the check. "Fundraising is getting more and more difficult for schools because we are deal­ ing with a tough time for Michigan’s economy, so we are trying to find different sources of funding for sixth grade camp." So many Maple Valley High School students have such fond memo­ ries of camp and want to come back each year to serve as camp counselors that the school has to conduct interviews to decide who can attend. Fred Davenport Davenport said that con­ tinuing sixth grade camp is important because it has been a tradition in Maple Valley for many years. "Generation after genera­ tion has gone to sixth grade camp," he said. "But it is get­ ting extremely expensive. It is a two-night, three-day out­ door education experience that includes transportation to and from camp, food and activities delivered by certi­ fied camp personnel, and all that costs money." Davenport said all stu­ dents are asked to pay $50 to off-set the cost of camp but that doesn’t come close to covering all the expenses. Some families can’t afford even the $50 fee, he said, which is why donations are so important for the continu­ ation of the program. "We will definitely have camp this year, but the future of sixth grade camp is up in the air," he said. "That is why we are trying to estab­ lish relationships with busi­ nesses in the community so we can keep this alive." Vyha and Kelly Williams, an employee at Independent Bank, said people in the community are also very supportive of sixth grade camp and the school’s fundraising efforts. "We heard so many stories from people who remember going to camp when they were kids or have a child or relative that went," said Vyha. . "My daughter went to sixth grade camp and she loved it so much she went to the same camp during the summer another year," said Williams. Davenport added that so many Maple Valley High School students have such fond memories of camp and want to come back each year to serve as camp counselors that the school has to con­ duct interviews to decide who can attend. "That’s why we want to partner with businesses like Independent Bank and Kelly’s Gas, whose company and employees are always so supportive. We want to keep this alive," he added. Davenport said individu­ als in the community want the tradition to continue. "I had someone walked into my office, behind my desk, and handed me a $50 bill and I knew what it was for, he didn’t have to say a word," said Davenport. "He didn’t want any attention or recognition, he just wanted to support our camp. "I think everybody is grateful that- we live in a community that cares so much about its kids. I don’t know what our shortfall will be for this year. We won’t know until it gets closer to camp time; but I know we’ll be going this year," he said. Nashville Syrup Association collecting and boiling sap by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter After two years with rel­ atively short maple syrup seasons, Nashville Syrup Association members are burning the proverbial mid­ night oil trying to keep up with this year’s so far long and productive season. "We started collecting g and boiling Friday, March 14, and we’ve already got better than 2,000 gallons back, and it is still run­ ning," reported syrup asso­ ciation volunteer Herb Frith on Tuesday. "As long as it keeps freezing and thawing we’ll keep collecting and boiling." Thursday morning found volunteers Blair Hawblitz, Lloyd Priddy and Tim Smith in the sugar shack Lloyd Priddy and Tim Smith keep an eye on the sap as it boils in the Nashville bright and early, watching gallons of boiling sap as the Syrup Association’s sugar shack located on the' south end of Putnam Park in fragrant steam wafted from Nashville. the rooftop chimney and lingered in the cool, sunny put in about 14 or 15 hours predicting high tempera­ residents around Putnam air around Putnam Park. a day," said Priddy. "But, tures in the upper 30s and Park might be enjoying the "We usually start around sometimes we’ll boil all overnight lows in the mid- sweet scent of maple syrup 8:30 in the morning and end night." 205 until at least the middle 24 hours a day over the around 10 or 11 at night; we With weather forecasters of next week, it looks like weekend. Maplewood Elementary Principal Fred Davenport receives a check for $201.14 from Vermontville Independent Bank Manager Nicole Vyha. "Next year we will probably have to get more creative." Anyone who wants to sup­ port the Maplewood Elementary sixth grade camp can drop off a donation in any amount at Independent Bank, 194 Main St., Vermontville or the office of Maplewood Elementary, 170 Seminary St., Vermontville. The donations are appreci­ ated by the students said Vyha, "We have had a lot of the kids who walk to school stop in and say, ‘Thank you for helping.’ It is just the sweetest thing.” Maple Valley FFA holding auction by Ashliegh Penny FFA Reporter The Maple Valley FFA invites the public to its third annual member auction Thursday, March 27, at 7 p.m. in the high school audi­ torium. The member auction is being sponsored by the FFA Alumni. Laverne Yutzy will serve as the auctioneer and all proceeds will go to the MV FFA Alumni to sponsor conventions, programs, and leadership training for Maple Valley FFA members. Rather than goods coming across the auction block, services will be up for bids. The FFA members willingly sign up on a sheet before­ hand, then get "auctioned off' to donate their time to help a business, community member, or even a family member with any help they might need. Bidders may ‘purchase’ an FFA member(s) for up to 8 hours’ worth of labor. The labor to be performed must be done by Oct. 1. Anyone is allowed to attend or take a bid. Anyone with questions about this event can contact Aaron Saari, Maple Valley FFA Advisor at (517) 852­ 9971. In This Issue • Maple Valley High School to present • • • • annual “Band Bust” Entrants wanted for annual children’s parade Visitors read to children during March is Reading Month Winter All-County teams announced Local teens to serve on court �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, March 22. 2008 — Page 2 Vermontville library to offer digital scrapbooking workshop series This workshop will go over equipment and supplies needed, finding supplies and services, resource guide to online stores, and freebies. Other series topics will include: basics of creating personal scrapbook pages, how to begin, using layers and shadows, journaling, and layout ideas. It will also guide partici­ pants in finding great inspi­ rations by becoming active in the digi-scrap communi­ ties, chats, galleries, blogs Would you like to explore the hobby of digital scrap­ booking but don't know where to start? An easy, hands-on introductory course will guide you step by step in learning the basics of digital scrapbooking with­ out feeling overwhelmed. Starting at 7 p.m. Wednesday. April 2, Vermontville Township Library will begin the work­ shop series with the pro­ gram, What is Digital Scrapbooking? Historical society meeting Thursday Michigan State Library dis­ continued Ancestry.com at local libraries as of Oct. 1. However, Michigan resi­ dents can access Heritage Quest from their home com­ puters for free. Sedore will talk about all of the new free sites to research on the Internet, either from home computers or at a local library. The Vermontville Historical Society will hold a potluck dinner at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 27, fol­ lowed by a short program featuring Jan Sedore, who will speak about genealogy and how to use online resources to trace family trees! After Michigan’s econo­ my took a dip last year, the EWING GARDEN CENTER & LANDSCAPING (FORMERLY HAMILTON BLACK DIRT PLUS) J New Location Across the street at 5715 South M-66 New Owners Chris & Becky Ewing If you need dirt or gravel before just give us a call . 517-852-1862 r* Call us*| * and get / vour projects­ booked now! fji LANDSCAPING SPRING CLEAN-UP 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 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 New DVDs — August Rush, Mary Poppins 40th Anniversary Edition, Nancy Drew, Dan in Real Life, Bee Movie, No Country For Old Men, Atonement, I Am Legend, Enchanted, The Seeker. 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 p. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 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 a.m. Evening Worship....................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family .Night Service ......... 6:45 p.m. . by Kate Maloy, The First Patient, Firefly Lane by Kristin Hannah, Eight Dogs Named Jack and fourteen other stories from the Detroit streets and Michigan Wilderness by Joe Borri, People of the Book by Adult fiction — The Girl Who Stopped Swimming by Joshilyn Jackson, Hide by Lisa Gardner, Ice Trap by Kitty Sewell, As the World Churns by Tamar Myers, The Senator’s Wife by Sue Miller, Every Last Cuckoo Geraldine Brooks, My Heart Remembers by Kim Vogel Sayer, The Night Following by Morag Joss, Now You See Him. by Eli Gottlieb, See LIBRARY, page 11 Building an Entrepreneurial Community in Barry County The HomeTown Partners Entrepreneur Pillar, established by the Barry Community Foundation, is committed to creating an entrepreneurial community culture throughout the county by developing resources, programs and services to serve local entrepreneurs and smallbusiness owners. An Entrepreneurial Advisor’s Forum from 3 to 5 p.m. Monday, March 24, in the Pennock Hospital Conference Room will be Denise M. Dennis will be inducted into the Alpha Nu Eta Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa at Kellogg Community College April 2. Dennis, from Nashville who is majoring in healthrelated professions, is the daughter of Bobby Don Dennis and Diane Marie Dennis of Swartz Creek. Established in 1918 by two-year college presidents, Phi Theta Kappa is the oldest honor society serving twoyear colleges around the world. FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St. • (517) 726-0258 Sunday Morning Worship Sunday School............... 9- 10 a.m. Family Worship............... 10- 11 a.m. with fellowship afterwards Wed. night: Pioneer Club .. .6-7:15 p.m. K-6th grade Family dinner 5:30 p.m. (club members only) PASTOR: ISRAEL YOUNG ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES computers that they will bring to the workshop may also register. Please stop in or call the library to day* to register for this programand go from "clueless to glue­ less.” New on the shelves at Vermontville Township Library Hastings. The BIZ! offers free confidential business counseling services through volunteers who, to date, have assisted more than a dozen local entrepreneurs. “The counseling services aided my foresight and cleared a path for moving forward with my business plan,” said Laura Valentine, new local business owner of Laura’s HE Art Studio located at 118 N. Michigan Avenue in Hastings. The creation of an advisors network will supplement the existing business counseling services The society serves to rec­ to provide a wider array of ognize and encourage the technical expertise and the of mentorship academic achievement of addition two-year college students opportunities. The March 24 forum will and provide opportunities for individual growth and devel­ provide information on the Partners opment through honors, HomeTown leadership and service pro­ Initiative, an update on the gramming. Students must progress being made through rank in the top 20 percent of the entrepreneurial pillar their class to be invited to and an explanation on the membership in Phi Theta value of becoming involved Kappa and must maintain as an advisor. high academic standing dur­ Call Lynn Hatfield at the ing their enrollment in the Chamber of Commerce at two-year college. (269) 945-2454 or e-mail held to enlist volunteer business professionals (active and retired) to join a network of counselors and mentors providing services through a program called The BIZ! The entrepreneurial group, the Barry County Chamber of Commerce and the Barry County Economic Development Alliance have partnered to create and support The BIZ! as a local business resource center located at the Chamber of Commerce office in LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT GRACE WORLD OUTREACH CENTER Training Lab which will pro­ vide them with a projector and additional laptop com­ puters for student use. There is no charge for this work­ shop, but due to limited seat­ ing, registration is required. Participants owning laptop designed. A variety of Curth’s creations are current­ ly on display at the library. This workshop series will be ‘hands-on.’ The library staff has secured use of the Woodland Library Cooperatives Mobile her at lynn@barrychamber.com to RSVP for the forum, or contact Valerie Byrnes at valerie@barrychamber.com with questions regarding the pillar. The BIZ! or other entrepreneurial endeavors. Area residentto be inducted Opening April 19th . and more. Workshop instruc­ tor MaryAnne Curth of Curth's Digital Designs, independent contractor for Digi by Design (www.digibydesign.com) will supply students with some free items she has 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 PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 1050 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Services 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages .. .10:30 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 ml. south of Nashville) Sunday School....................... 10 a.m. A.M. Service..................... 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service ............................ 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship.................. 8:30 a.m (Includes Children’s Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Schoo Worship........... PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 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.............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................ 11:15 a.m. PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN At Home: 852-0685 i Church Phone: 852-2043 10 a.m. 1 a.m. ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH . SHOWTIMES 3/21-3/27 FREE SPRING MATINEES * Saturday & Sunday 10 & 11 AM I 3/22-3/23 BRATZ(PG) O© DRILLBIT TAYLOR (PG-13) 11:45, 2:10,4:50, 7:10, 9:30 FRI/SATLS 11:45 O SHUTTER (PG-13) 1:20, 3:25, 5:30, 7:35,9:40 FRI/SATLS 11:45 O©BB. SEUSS’ HORTON HEARS A WHO! (G) 12:15, 2:20,4:30, 6:50, 9:00 FRI/SATLS 11:10 O NEVER BACK DOWN (PG-13) 2:00,7:20 10,000 B.C. (PG-13) 11:30,4:40,9:50 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 . 241'5 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 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies: United Methodist Women: 2nd Tues. Ray VanderLaan's videos, “That the World May Know," will be showing at 7 p.m. every Sunday night through Marc �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, March 22, 2008 — Page 3 ij Maple Valley High School to present annual “Band Bust xs “ ..“b4 hl ' s lu **** JS ** •ZS ZS * itS it Chris Caldwell and Jed Wieland will emcee this year’s Band Bust. With all the laughter, dancing and jumping around it may look like Maple Valley High School band stu­ dents are goofing around, but they are actually hard at work preparing skits, dances and musical routines for their annual “Band Bust” slated for 7 p.m. Friday, March 27, and Saturday, March 28, in the high school auditorium. The public is invited to attend this annual event, which serves as a fundraiser for the. band program and gives the students an oppor­ tunity to flex their creativity outside of the regular band repertoire. This year, the funds are earmarked for a band trip. Tickets are $5 each and are available at the door. Band Bust organizers said, “The theme is' ‘Final Band Bust.’ If you love Saturday Night Live, then you’ll love Band Bust, so come out and support our band!” Maple Valley High School band students practice one of their skits. *tx Elmer Z. Lehman UNION CITY - Elmer Z. Lehman, eman, age 77, o of Unon Union City, passed away March 21, 2008 at Battle Creek Health System. Arrangements are pending at Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. snss WlJIlfM ■>««<raa CALENDAR OF EVENTS OtBft.’jiaHii KHHW }!IKBIW1 ■sKatisstj MBIUHW UUftliiW JfreeI Sikawll CH jOUfflWtf CH® ***« si RjjtW* 0 ... - If us®** ;.$ n » aii10'’'" jii1 •*£>! <„■ <■ i „ r'd 'd^ X r* Z& MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Rabbit/Cavy Mandatory Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Mar. 25 Shooting Stars Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Barrry County Conservation Club. Mar. 26 Pony Clinic, 6:30 p.m., Cindy Pike’s residence. Mar. 27 Rabbit/Cavy Mandatory Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Mar. 29 Benefit Horse Show, 10 a.m., G-3 Arena at 4850 E. Dowling Rd. Mar. 29 Dog Training Techniques Workshop, 9:30 a.m., Hastings Public Library. Mar. 29 Swine Workshop, 9 a.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Mar. 29 Teen Leadership Workshop, 9 a.m., Community Room of the Courts & Law Building. Mar. 29-30 Hunter Education Class. April 1 Deadline for 4-H Enrollments. April 2 Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. April 3 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. April 12 Bi-State Poultry Clinic, MSU Anthony Hall. April 11-14 2008 4-H Dairy Conference, Kellogg Biological Station. April 14 Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Mar. 24 • Lockouts • Tire Service • Accident Recovery • Long-Haul & Off-Road ■ co//.Jeff Dobbin or Chris VanZalen <a63> DOBBINS 945 "0191 ■ s Owner, JeffDobbin, ASE Master Technician _________over 20years experience Adam Zank and Lizzie Smith practice their “Dance of the Devil.” U ® Open Tuesday — Friday S.E. Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 Ty 1 ,06663407 Now Scheduling Appointments MIEItl lb rm The Place to Gofor Professional Styling We Specialize in: • Individual Taxes MAPLE^VALLEY • Farm Taxes Accounting and Tax, LLC • Small Business Taxes Jill Vandcrhoef, Enrolled Agent 8870 Valley Hwy., Vermontville, MI 517-852-1500 • Bookkeeping You don't have to drive far to enjoy what the area has to offer. Advertise your business in the March 29th special section of The Reminder and see your ad in SPRING COLOR! Call 269-945-9554 for more information! �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, March 22. 2008 — Page 4 History buff to share unusual collection Many of us have old but­ ton boxes or tins at home. Some belonged to genera­ tions before us. Opening the lid and rifling around offers a tactile journey down memo­ ry lane. For one Barry County resident, his moth­ er’s button box has led him down a much more adventur­ ous path. Lyle French, of Nashville, will present an informative talk about his extensive but­ ton collection this week at Putnam District Library. He offers this as introduction to his collection: "I have col­ lected or kept things given to me since I was a small lad, and have always been inter­ evening. Attendees also will ested in history, geography, have the opportunity to and art of which buttons are admire the craft displays so much a part. I do not col­ throughout the library during lect any particular type of the evening. Putnam District Library buttons, but I do admire and cherish the enameled buttons serves the Village of Nashville, and the townships of long ago the best." The evening begins at 6 of Castleton, Maple Grove, p.m. Tuesday and is part of and Assyria. Visitors are the library’s celebration of always welcome. Hours of operation are 10 National Craft Month. French’s talk will allow a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday and him to share the many Wednesday; 3 to 8 p.m. aspects buttons teach about Tuesday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. culture—as well as being Friday; and 9 a.m. to noon useful closures. All history, Saturday. For more informa­ art, and craft enthusiasts are tion, call the library staff at invited to attend what is sure '(517) 852-9723. to be an entertaining Larry K. Tower NASHVILLE - Larry K. Tower, age 69, of Nashville, passed away Saturday, March 15, 2008 at home in the presence of his family. Bom October 28, 1939 in Curtisville, he was the son of Leon and Caroline Tower. He was a professional painter and worked in Ann Arbor for many years. He enjoyed hunting, hunting sto­ ries and all the hunters who came to hunt on his land. Larry was survived by his four children, Letitia Tower, Domino Tower, Laurie Tower and Loren Tower 11 grandchildren; three great grandchildren; his sister, Ruth Casler; his Aunt Carol Starry; many nieces; nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his mother, father, stepfa­ ther and three brothers. Visitation and funeral will be held at Daniel’s Funeral Home on M-79 in Nashville on Saturday, March 22, at 1 p.m. Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. March 22, 2008 at Daniels Funeral Home. Following the funeral there will be a potluck at the Barryville Methodist Church on M-79 Nashville. In lieu of flowers memori­ al contributions may be made to Larry Tower memo­ rial fund at Eaton Federal Savings Bank, Nashville. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville. Mhu Counlu Commission on Aging Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Hearty Menu Monday, March 24 Pea soup with ham, Calif, blend vegetables, diced pears, wheat bread. Tuesday, March 25 Hamburger, diced carrots, Brussels sprouts, applesauce, hamburger bun. Wednesday, March 26 Macaroni and cheese, cau­ liflower, stewed tomatoes, fruit juice. Thursday, March 27 Polish sausage, sauerkraut, broccoli, pineapple tidbits, hot dog bun. Friday, March 28 Pizza casserole, chopped spinach, winter blend vegeta­ bles, diced peaches, jello. Cold Menu Monday, March 24 Calif. Reuben spread, broccoli bacon salad, diced pears, rye bread. Tuesday, March 25 Mealoaf, marinated veg­ etables, applesauce with cin­ namon, wheat bread. Wednesday, March 26 Egg salad, sweet and sour carrots, mandarin oranges, wheat bread. Thursday, March 27 Ground bologna, cucum­ ber salad, tropical fruit, wheat bread. Friday, March 28 Ham and pasta salad, tomato salad, spiced apples, wheat bread. Activities Calendar Monday, March 24: Hastings - Music with Sam; Crafts 10:30 a.m.; Watercolor 1 p.m.; Card Making 12:30 p.m.; Kinship Care 7 p.m. Delton - Bingo. Tuesday, March 25: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Beg Line Dance Noon; Bible Study 12:30 p.m. GL Cards 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 26: Hastings - Nails; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m. Delton Birthday Party; Reminiscence. . Thursday, March 27: Hastings - Line Dancing 9;30 a.m.; Beg Line Dance noon; Beading 5 p.m. Nashville TV Time. Delton. Puzzles/Trivia. Friday, March 28: Hastings - Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m.; Model Railroad noon; Mixed Media Painting 9:30 a.m. Woodland - Visiting. Volunteers available to help with State of Mich. Tax credits by appointment only. Home Heating Credits. Homestead Property Tax credits. 8:30 a.m.-l p.m. M,T,Th til April 15. MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS MICHIGAN SCHOOL READINESS PROGRAM (MSRP) FULLER ELEMENTARY OPEN HOUSE 7:00 PM THURSDAY, APRIL 3, 2008 MSRP CLASSROOM/FULLER Raggedy readers visit Early 4s program Students in Shannon Powers’ Early 4s class were surprised by some raggedy guest readers in their classroom during March is Reading Month. Della Mayhew and Kristi Bean, employees from the Nashville Subway, dressed up like Raggedy Ann and Raggedy Andy and shared a book with the class. "The children loved their energy, and they did a wonderful job," said Powers. • See the classroom • Learn about the state funded free preschool program in the morning • Hear about the district’s desire to add a tuition based program in the aftenoon “Our Family Serving Yours” Qualifications Registration Packets Tuition Amount Time Lines 06669281 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 IM3os6(B365 „. & Family Owner/Manager �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, March 22, 2008 — Page 5 What’s new and interlibrary loan at Putnam Putnam District Library in Putnam librarian Shauna Nashville serves the resi­ Swantek. “In addition, we dents of the village of keep a record of patronNashville and the townships requested titles and authors. of Castleton, Maple Grove If you have a recommenda­ and Assyria. tion, please stop at the circu­ “In order to best serve our lation desk and : let us know, patrons, the staff makes pur­ so we can consider it for pur­ chasing decisions in several chase. ways. Within our budget, we “Also at the circulation purchase from a Putnam desk, you may request that District Library’s Top the item(s) be obtained Authors list, and we watch through our interlibrary loan lists of current bestsellers service. This service allows and new authors,” said us to request items from COUNSELOR’S CORNER Freshman class the next school year. We will start meeting with small groups of eighth grade stu­ schedules dents next week. We will by Valerie Hynes McCaul explain their choices and The freshmen have fin­ suggest classes they can take. ished choosing their classes They will be bringing their for next year. Schedules schedules home for parents were due back March 20. We to look at and sign. These will be processing them in must be returned to us by the the next couple of weeks. If deadline for your child to you are new to the district have first chance at our avail­ and your child didn't bring able classes. Classes fill up home a schedule sheet for fast, so make sure to encour­ you to sign, call us as soon as age your child to get his/her schedule in as soon as possi­ possible. ble. Thanks, we appreciate Barry County offers par­ your help with this. enting classes Parent classes offered Barry County Mental locally Health is offering a new Vermontville Bible series of parenting classes from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. Church has started a brand Wednesday nights on the new series by Dr. James second floor of the profes­ Dobson. Pastor Dan and his sional building in Hastings. wife Phyllis will be leading No childcare is available, but the group. This free series is the class is free. To register called “Your Child” and cov­ call (269) 948-8041. A cer­ ers discipline and a wealth of tificate of completion will be parenting tips by experts. It is given at the end of this pro­ in video format with discus­ sion to follow. The sessions gram. run from 9:45 to 10:45 on Tag is back The middle school offi­ Sunday mornings. Spring Break cially started its annual tag Wow, spring break starts game last Thursday. Students do something nice for each soon, and we hope you will other and pass the kindness spend some time enjoying to someone else. It's a lot of your kids over the week. If fun, and the teachers get into you are not heading ‘south’ it, too. There will be a draw­ for warmer weather this year, ing for a $10 prize,the week you can still take advantage after spring break. The most of some of the great creative and thoughtful resources in Michigan, "right in your own back yard". The entries will be entered in the drawing. Play it at home, too. Michigan History Museum It's a lot of fun, and boy, in Lansing is a wonderful, hands-on, free (Yup, that's don't we all need that this right, free!) opportunity that time of year. will only cost you the price Eighth grade schedules of gas. Check it out and have It's that time of year to some fun. Enjoy the break. begin creating schedules for Water Garden Seminars g April 18 & 19 Callfor details and Reservations other libraries to loan to our patrons. We will gladly try and secure a copy of any title for you. In short, ifyou don’t see it on our shelves, don’t despair. Simply ask one of the friendly Putnam District Library’s staff members for assistance,” she added. New this month on the shelves are: Adult non-fiction Step Up!: How to Win More and Lose Less in Business by Daniel Grissom; Lunch Boxes and Snacks by Annabel Karmel; Good Intentions: Nine Hot-Button Issues Viewed Through the Eyes of Faith by Charles M. North and Bob Smietana; Midlife Manual for Men by Stephen Arterbum and John Shore; Old Friend From Far Away: The Practice of Writing a Memoir by Natalie Goldberg; Improving Your Credit Score by Lita Epstein; The Game of My Life: A True Story of Challenge, Triumph, and Growing Up Autistic by Jason "J-Mac" McElwain; The F.A.S.T. Diet by Tony Dean; How Would Jesus Vote: A Christian Perspective on the Issues by D. James Kennedy Ph.D. and Jerry Newcombe; Complete Compost Gardening Guide by Barbara Pleasant and Deborah Martin; Where Did I Leave My Glasses?: The What, When and Why of Normal Memory Loss by Martha Weinman Lear. Fiction The Kommandant’s Girl by Pam Jenoff; Wash and Die by Barbara Colley; Nineteen Minutes by Jodi Picoult; The Soul Thief by Charles Baxter; Broken Flowers by V. C. Andrews; Killer Heat by Linda Fairstein. Fiction mystery A Crazy Little Thing Called Death by Nancy Martin; The Purrfect Murder by Rita Mae Brown; ScrubA-Dub Dead by Barbara Colley; Married to the Mop by Barbara Colley Christian fiction Christ the Lord: Out of Egypt by Anne Rice; Christ the Lord: the Road to Cana by Anne Rice. Romance Charm! by Kendall Hart; Honor Thyself by Danielle Steele. Fiction western Shavetail by Thomas Cobb. Juniors Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Redrick Rules by Jeff Kinney; I Wish That Had Duck Feet by Dr. Seuss; Cat in.the Hat Beginner book Dictionary in Spanish by P. D. Eastman; Horton Hears A Who by Dr. Seuss; Valentines Are For Saying I Love You by Margaret Sutherland; Queen of Hearts by Mary Engelbrett; If You’ll Be My Valentine by Cynthia Rylant. Juniors non-fiction Heroes for Civil Rights by David A. Adler Young adult What If...Everyone Knew Your Name? by Liz Ruckdeschel and Sara James Young adult Christian fiction Project Girl Power by Melody Carlson Diary of a Teenage Girl: Just Ask by Melody Carlson Playing With Fire by Melody Carlson Movies Sydney White, Michael Clayton, Daddy Day Camp, Becoming Jane, Into the Wild, Mr. Magorium’s Wonder Emporium, Elizabeth: The Golden Age, Rendition, Dan In Real Life, Bee Movie, Nancy Drew (starring Emma Roberts), Underdog, No Country For Entrants wanted for annual children’s parade Some ofthe youngest visi­ tors to the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival will have an opportunity to strut their stuff during the annual children’s parade slated for 11 a.m. Saturday, April 26, in front of the syrup festival stage in downtown Vermontville. The theme of this year’s children’s parade is “The Big Three: Kids, Maple Syrup, and Trees.” The children and their par­ ents will start lining up in 616-698-1030 front of the Vermontville Opera House at 10 a.m. All children who partici­ pate in the parade will receive tickets for rides, maple candy and Frisbees. In addition, $40 will be award­ ed for first place, $30 for sec­ ond place, $20 for third place and $10 for fourth place. No animals are allowed in the parade. For more information, call Mary Fisher (517) 726-0670. The Salon AU TH PIRKS OF AN UPSCAU SALON right here in nashville waiting for nun 207 N. Main Street • Nashville 517-852-0313 KENRA Platinum Line Stop in and pick up some up today! You will love it! ? ? o Hours: Closed Sun. & Mon. • Tues. - Thurs. 10-7 • Fit. 9-5 • Sat. 9-2 o'' >6 q Foryour convenience, please use back entrance. q “FiLfor Golf’ Event WHAT: Golf swing and posture assessment event at Hastings Orthopedic Clinic. The $15 registration fee will be donated to the 2008 Relay for Life of Barry County. WHEN: April 1, from 1 pm until 5 pm. WHY: The golf swing requires stability in some joints and flexibility in others. Each participant will receive a personal 15 minute assessment and an assessment sheet with postural recommendations from a physical therapist. WHERE Hastings Orthopedic Clinic, 840 Cook Road, Hastings 5^opfo/ HOW. Call the office at 1-800-596-1005 to register. Bring your 5-iron or use ours! 840 Cook Rd., Hastings, MI 49058 Phone: 269-945-9520 • Toll Free: 800-596-1005 9340 Kalamazoo Ave. • Caledonia, Ml 49316 Spring/Summer Hours M-F 9-5:30 • Sat 9-2 • Closed Sunday www.apolslandscaping.com Old Men Putnam District Library is open Monday and Wednesday 10 to 6; Tuesday 3 to 8; Friday 10 to 5; and Saturday 9 to 12. Visitors are always welcome. Contact us on the web @ www.hoc-mi.com �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday. March 22, 2008 — Page 6 Visitors read to children during March is Reading Month During March is Reading Month, teachers at Fuller Street Elementary in Nashville have invited a vari­ ety of visitors to come to their classrooms and read to students. Some ofthe readers are well known to the stu­ dents. such as their principal Jason Miller. Others like State Rep. Rick Jones and the mascot for the Grand Rapids Griffins Hockey team aren’t as familiar to the students but are no-less welcome. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject io 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 diuti mi nation." 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 arc hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD tollfree telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. State Rep. Rick Jones reads a book to the students in Cindi Baker’s second grade class; Griff, the mascot from the Grand Rapids Griffins hands out treats to Fuller Street Elementary students. 06663312 COBB WELL DRILHNG (REPAIR • 7 Day Senrice • Pumps Installed & Repaired • Service On Submersible Pumps • 2" - S” Well Drilling and Repair 4 Yrs. 300 Hrs Limited Warranty • W-twsepoww. iTorgue”* Pdiid# System , Edge™ Xtea Cutting System » < wh—i pfr 4 Yrs 500 Hrs Limited Warranty 4 Yrs. 700 Hrs. Limited Warrant)' • ^-horsepower. V-Twm engine • 27-horsepowei, (Torque’" Power System • 4T or 5C Edge"’ Xtra Catting Sys­ tem • 4r.STorCEdge*Xtia Cutting System • Standard traction assist • M-time « wheel draw 30 Years Experience 226 N. Main • Nashville 517-852-1757 Estimates Available 517-726-0377 356 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Cheryl Pierce owner/styllst Richard Cobb David Cobb Ml Uc. #1748 06669194 I Hours: Mon. 9-2, Tues.-Fri. 9-5, Evenings By Appt., Sat. 9-12 am unit nuuk school iu Michigan Driver and Traffic Safety Education Association Member 517-852-0000 certified gold star dealer 301 N. Main (M-66), Nashville Fillmore Equipment, Inc. 2900 N M-43 Highway Hastings, Ml (269) 945-9526 Segment I Start Dates: March 31 April 28 May 27 Segment II Start Dates: March 31 May 27 FREE Parent Meeting, Friday, March 28th @ 7pm SUMMER SEGMENT I CLASS DATES NOW AVAILABLE D74CUBD08Q2 RLV10031RHR-4c-00228024 MHTT * fegwftjrR We partner with parents for SAFE teen drivers �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, March 22, 2008 — Page 7 Kindergarten teachers Andrew Peabody and Kelly Gardner dress as twins for Twin Reading Day. Fuller second graders dance as teacher Robin Hamilton plays the bagpipes on St. Patrick’s Day. Tammi King’s first grade students display their leprechaun traps. 06669204 IjllflflfAl Sabrina Grindey, Ford Faynor and Nathan Gorman help storyteller Karen Czarnik tell a tale. Ei Vf f<«■I■■I■ EElii IIf Real Estate Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service HMST NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 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 Rick Winegar, Realtor - GRI e-PRO Cell Home 517-726-0223 269-838-2884 Jerry Reese, Realtor - ABR Jeff Weiler, Realtor Home 517-852-5066 517-852-1915 REDUCED TO $85,000! NEAR SAUBEE LAKE, MOVE-IN CONDITION 3 bedrooms, main floor laundry, clean, well maintained oak cabiUpdated - approx. 1,900 sq. ft., 4 nets. Attached 2 car garage. THORNAPPLE LAKE - $88,9001! Schools, Shows like new, 1998 mfg. home, bedroom, 2 full bath home with Lakewood many central air, double lot. Call Rick or fenced back yard, MFL, large improvements including windows kitchen and dining, huge living and siding and many updates. Homer. (LK-26) NEW LISTING IN NASHVILLE Alyssa Gonser, Jaclyn Groves, Savanuh Fletcher and Stacie Ellison enjoy Twin Reading Day. FROST HEATING 8 COOLING QUALITY, VALUE 8 SERVICE • New Construction Designed and Installed • Boiler Service and Installation • Radiant Floor and Celling Installation • Duct Cleaning and Sanitizing HEATING & COOLING PRODUCTS • Complete Air Conditioning Service and Installation • Tankless Water Heater Sales and Service • 24 Hour Phone Service • Free Estimates Serving Your Community for Over 40 Years Lake Odessa (616) 374-7595 Nashville (517) 852-9565 bedrooms (poss. 3), gorgeous IN NASHVILLE kitchen, 1st floor laundry, 3 seaNOW $55,0001! sons porch. Blacktop drive to a 2 bedroom home, on corner lot, 24x32 garage and 14x24 shed. 1 appliances included, also some year home warranty provided by other furnishings. Possession at seller. (N-37) close! Call Rick or Homer. (N-31) NASHVILLE! 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1st floor laundry, 2 car garage 2/heated workshop. Patio & 3 seasons room, central air, fenced yard. Call Homer (N-157) or Rick. VACANT PARCELS 2.2 ACRES NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE. On main road - surveyed, perked, modulars acceptable. Nat. gas available, roiling with some trees. Land Contract terms. Call Homer. PRICE REDUCED! (VL-114) 3 ACRES PERKED & SURVEYED: Rolling terrain, seeded to hay, seller financing available. North of Vermontville, blacktop road. PRICE REDUCED! Cali Homer. 2+ ACRES North of Vermontville, blacktop road, natural gas available, surveyed, perked. Contract terms. Call Homer. -(VL-155) (VL-34) 4 ACRE BUILD SITE Paved road in the COUNTRY. Perked, surveyed, easy commute to Lansing, Battle Creek. Great location, close to hunting & fishing! Culvert and drive are IN w/permit. MV schools. 4 miles north of Vermontville. Call Rick. (VL-149) 60 ACRES - FARM fit HUNTING LAND. REDUCED TO $ 185,0001 Approximately 30 acres woods. Call Homer or Rick. (VL-159) �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, March 22,2008 — Page 8 Maple Valley puts 15 on All-Barry County teams by Brett Bremer Sports Editor While a few seniors ended fine varsity careers this win­ ter season, at Maple Valley a number of youngsters came into their own as well. The Lions placed the only junior on either of the All­ Barry County boys* basket­ ball teams this fall. A trio ofLion sophomores and one junior earned spots on the all-county girls’ bas- ketball teams. That means there will be plenty of talent back next winter as the Maple Valley teams look to continue to improve. Here is.a list of the 2007­ 08 Winter All-Barry County first and second teams. Boys’ Basketball First Team Kenneth Quick - Maple Valley: Quick was named Maple Valley’s MVP at the conclusion of the year, fol­ lowing a first team all-con­ ference nod in the KVA. He averaged 15 points per contest, as well as five rebounds and 2.5 assists to lead the Lions. He shot 77­ percent from the free throw line this season. Other members of the all­ county first team are Lakewood’s Eddie Salazar, Michael Barbour, and Nick Hilley, Thomapple Kellogg’s Nate Manning, Delton Kellogg’s Nick Blacken, and Hastings’ Ryan Cain. Boys’ Basketball Second Team Dustin Houghton Maple Valley: The lone junior on the two all-county teams, Houghton was named honorable mention all-con­ ference in the KVA this sea­ son. He averaged 11.2 points per game, along with four rebounds per contest as The 2007-08 All-Barry County girls’ competitive cheer well. Other members of the all­ first team. Team members are (front from left) Mandy Dye, Heidi VanderHeide, Angel Mazzucco, Lauren county second team are Tandy, (middle row) Brittney Gardner, Melanie Lakewood’s Wade .O’Mara, Delton Kellogg’s Tony Brodbeck, Charlese Smith, Whitney Holaski, (back) Reeves, Thomapple Sara Radant and Kelley Daniels. Missing from photo is Kellogg’s Andrew Gilbert Brittany Lepard. and Joshua Thaler, and Hastings’ Ryan Vogel and Stephen Tolger Girls’ Basketball First Team Visit website for Online Coupon! www.StarliteKitchens.com/proniotion Cabinetry for nearly all budgets! Free house call & estimate! Remodel/NewConstruction Jennifer Neeb (616) 889-1340 1039 Fourth Ave, Lake Odessa, MI — Insirle Thompson Interiors Jennifer Kent - Maple Valley: The Lions’ sopho­ more center led her team in scoring and rebounding, with 10 points arid' 5.5 rebounds per game. On the defensive end she averaged 1.7 blocks per contest. She is a two-year varsity letter winner so far, and was named all-conference in the KVA this winter. Leslee Rigelman - Maple Valley: Another sophomore playing her second season with the Lion varsity, Rigelman averaged 8.8 points arid 3:9 rebounds, 1.8 steals and 2.2 rebounds per game. She was named first team all-conference in the KVA this season. Other members of the all­ county first team are Lakewood’s Alexis Brodbeck and Ashley Morris, Delton Kellogg’s Rachael Williams, Thomapple Kellogg’s Kate Scheidel, and Hastings’ Brandi Hurless. Girls’ Basketball Second Team DINNER - 7=00 P.M. Prime Rib - Chicken Potatoes - Vegetables Salad - Dessert - Beer & Wine - Refreshments Over 25 Gunslll Bows, Hunting Equipment Food Plot Supplies, Kids and todies Tables And Much More. DOORS OPEN AT 5:00 P.M. TKSKKfTi / INFfMtMA TIOX CONTACT: FOe Chark Minton Brian llfasti.it Jorl M air utt Jim Xlrador Dick Serhatr 6IM17 2W 517-511 0191 517 726 0025 51' 950 25S6 517 202 0488 TIOET FRICE INCLVbES A 1-VEAIt QbMA OR RENEWAL Individual: $45 (in advance) / $50 (at doer) Married Couple $65 (in advance) / $70 (of door) Children (15 and under); $15 W* >1 On'S : tK p I n» qtw kfo his weight class this season, then earned a runner-up fin­ ish in the individual district tournament in Division 3 before placing fourth at regionals. 171 Chad Rhodes - Maple Valley: Rhodes finished third at his weight class at the Kalamazoo Valley Association tournament this season. He ended the year with a record of 34-17, coming up one win short of qualifying for the individual regional tournament in Division 3. 189 Dusty Cowell - Maple Valley: Cowell was the OFFERED 2 WAYS Members ofthe all-county first team are Delton Kellogg’s Matt Loveland, Mark Loveland, and Quinn DeBolt, Hastings’ Matt Watson, Gage Pederson, Tom McKinney,. McKinney, Ryan Bosma, Josh Morehouse, and Justin Jevicks, Lakewood’s Mason Blackmer, Darrin Durkee, Levi Phelps, and Cody Orszula, and Thornapple Kellogg’s Kyle Dalton, Dan Lydy, and Chris Westra. Wrestling Second Team OOMS SEE WHY WE AM THS FASTEST SftOWZNS OUTbOOft ORGANIZATION. MT VOUft TICKETS HOWM ond straight state medal this season, placing fifth in Division 3’s ’s 125-pound weight class at the Palace of Auburn Hills. Corwin won an individual district championship this year, then finished third at his team’s regional tourna­ ment. He was also confer­ ence champion in the KVA this year, dominating his weight class at the league meet. 152 Tory Roberts - Maple Valley: Roberts made his first trip to the individual state finals this year, finish­ ing the season with a 43-14 mark. Roberts was the third place finisher in the KVA at Bailey Flower - Maple Valley: The Lions’ junior center averaged 7.6 points and 5.3 rebounds per game this season. She led her team in field goal percentage at 47-percent Flower, a physical pres­ ence down low for the Lions, was named honorable men­ tion All-KVA this season. Ashley Gonser - Maple Valley: The Lions’ senior forward averaged 7.1 points and 5.1 rebounds per game in her fourth varsity season. Gonser shot 46-percent from the floor this year. See COUNTY, next page Gonser closed out her career by being named honorable mention in the Kalamazoo Valley Association. Lizzy Stewart - Maple Valley: A sophomore guard, Stewart averaged 6.6 points, 1.7 steals and 1.3 assists per game for Maple Valley in her second year on the varsi­ tyStewart was also one of the Lions’ top free throw shooters, knocking down 64­ percent of her attempts. The 2007-08 All-Barry County boys’ basketball first Other members of the all­ team. Team members are (front from left) Nick Blacken, county second team are Lakewood’s Chelsey Dow, Nate Manning, Eddie Salazar, (back) Kenneth Quick, Laurel Mattson, and Lauren Nick Hilley, Michael Barbour, and Ryan Cain. Shaffer, and Hastings’ Veronica Hayden. Wrestling First Team Dinner - Displays - Auctions - Exhibits - Games - Raffles The 2007-08 All-Barry County girls’ basketball first team. Team members are (front from left) Brandi Hurless, Alexis Brodbeck, Ashley Morris, Rachael Williams, (back) Leslee Rigelman, Jen Kent, and Kate Scheidel. 125 Tyler Corwin - Maple Valley: Corwin won his sec- - 40 acres and house $229,900 fFcfe - 4-5 acres and house $109,900 Farm house with acreage, 3 bed­ " rooms, some natural wood­ work, several outbuildings. River running through property. Vermontville 35 acres - $124,900. Great hunting, lots of wildlife, river runs through entire property. coLouieu. BANKGRQ DAN MARTIN 517-204-3424 COLDWELL BANKER a— a UNITED CHARLOTTE — |s 520 Robinson Rd., Charlotte 8 Hansbarge Heating & Air Conditioning Cut & Mail To: QDM A. 6782 Allegan Rd,, Verrnantville, Mi. 49096 FImw wnd mu Efanquel ticket* WMndMdual SIfl ur door) M>'i M»(rlt>(| Couple tfB faM doat) fft(Child (15 and undarl 06669277 N»nw Addrea* a«r Phone I mall LICENSED Vermontville, Ml INSURED COLE H4WSB4R6ER Owner Featuring Ruud Bas Furnaces and Air Conditioners. Full Line of Indoor Air Duality Products • FREE Estimates �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, March 22,2008 — Page 9 COUNTY, continued from previous pag Kalamazoo Valley Association champion at 189 pounds this season, after scoring a pin over Parchment’s Brian Newton in the finals. Cowell then went on to score a third place finish at his team’s Division 3 region­ al tournament, before finish­ ing the year with a record of 35-17. Other members of the all­ county second team are SCHOOL MENUS Delton Kellogg’s Johnnie Wood and Martin Workman, Hastings’ Austin Endsley, Alec Wilcox, and Trent Brisboe, Lakewood’s Tucker Seese, Brennan Simon, Kurtis Powell, and Ryan Steverson, and Thomapple Kellogg’s Mike Craven and Cody Clinton. Competitive Cheer First Team Brittney Gardner Maple Valley: A four-year member of the Maple Valley varsity team and a captain this season, she earned all­ region honorable mention honors this season. “Brittney has made many contributions, but the one she will be remembered by is her ability to lead,” said Lion head coach April Wagner. “She has helped set a solid foundation for our cheer pro­ gram. ” Other members of the all­ county first team are Delton Kellogg’s Mandy Dye,Hastings’ Sara Radant and Brittany Lepard, Lakewood’s Whitney Holaski, Kelley Daniels, Charlese Smith, and Melanie B rodbeck, and Thomapple Kellogg’s Heidi VanderHeide, Angel Mazzucco, and Lauren Tandy. Competitive Cheer Second Team Terran Geething Maple Valley: A four-year member ofthe Maple Valley varsity team, and a team cap­ tain this year, Geething was one of the Lions’ flyers. “She excels in precision and facials,” said Lion head coach April Wagner. “Her most valuable contribution to our team is her beautiful jumps.” Caitlin Hale - Maple Valley: Excelling with her vocals and facials, Hale had a fine first season for the Lion varsity cheer team. “She served as a strong base in round three,” said Lion coach April Wagner. “Caitlin has stepped up to the plate and is willing to try new things.” Stephanie Schaffer Maple Valley: Another firstyear member ofthe Lion var­ sity team, Schaffer was a strong all-around cheer­ leader for the Lions who was hot only an excellent tumble but had solid facial andjump skills. “She served our team not only as a main base, but also as a flyer,” said Lion head coach April Wagner. “She has stepped up to take on the responsibilities that have been handed to her.” Other members of the all­ county second team are Delton Kellogg’s Chana Gehrmen, Cara Phelps, and Emma Garrison, Hastings’ Molly Koutz, Lakewood’s Lauren Erb, Alecia Hansbarger, and Courtney Ellison, and Thomapple Kellogg’s Jen Noffke and Brittany London. Boys’ Swimming & Diving First Team Members ofthe all-county team from the Thomapple Kellogg-Hastings co-op team are Jacob Bailey, Tom Huerth, Josiah Jenkins, Tyler Swanson, and Jacob Wescott. iviapit vaiicj Hastings business donates welders to local schools Monday, March 24 No School. Tuesday, March 25 Sloppy Joes/Chips. Whole kernel com, Jell-0 w/fruit, fruit roll-up. Wednesday, March 26 M.W. Lucky Lunch Day. MW: Chicken Fries. Fuller: Chicken Sand. California blend veg., applesauce, cook­ ie. Thursday, March 27 French bread pizza. Tossed salad, sherbet, Goldfish Crackers. ’ Friday, March 28 French toast sticks. Sausage, potato wedge, juice. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High Lunch Menu Monday, March 24 No School. Tuesday, March 25 Tater tot casserole. Whole kernel com, fresh veg. med­ ley, pears. Pasta Bar. Wednesday, March 26 Mini com dogs. Tater tots, baked beans, peaches. Potato Bar. Thursday, March 27 HS/Kellogg Cottage Inn. Cottage Inn. Whole kernel com, celery w/p.butter, mandarin oranges. Hot Dog Bar. Friday, March 28 Lasagna and B. stick. Broccoli w/cheese, carrot sticks, pineapple. Subway Bar. Note: Entree’s available daily: Cheeseburger, variety of chicken sandwiches, pizza, peanut butter and jelly sandwich, fish sandwich, honey and peanut butter sandwich, 6 ozs. yogurt w/string cheese. Sides available daily: garden salad, juice, fresh fruit. Milk is included with all full meal purchases. Second available on vegetables at no additional charge. Assorted bread choices daily. by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter Industrial arts students at Maple Valley High School have an opportunity to learn how to use a MIG welder, and the Hastings High School maintenance depart- Ridgeway-Haff William and Melva Ridgeway of Delton wish to announce the engagement of their daughter, Pamela Sue Ridgeway to Donald Eugene Hall, the son of Harold and Geneieve Hall of Delton. The bride-elect is a graduate of Delton Kellogg High School, is attending Ross Medical Education Center to become a medical assistant. The groom-elect is a graduate of Delton Kellogg High School and currently owns C&H Service. An April 11th wedding is being planned at Prairieville Bible Church at 6:30 p.m. Friends and customers of C&H Service are all invited to join us for this very special occasion. ment also has a new MIG welder thanks to donations from Glen Guernsey, the owner of Glen’s Gas and Welding, 2264 South M-37 Hwy., Hastings. Last fall, Guernsey donat­ ed the approximately $4,000 MIG welder and another $1,000 in gas and other welding supplies to Maple Valley High School to help its industrial arts program. He also donated a MIG welder and supplies to the Hastings High School’s maintenance department. "I’m able to make dona­ tions due to the support I receive from my loyal mer­ chants and customers," said Guernsey, who has grand­ children who attend Maple Maple Valley High School industrial arts teacher Andy Romes (front, left) shakes Valley schools. And Guernsey said that hands with Glen Guernsey, the owner of Glen’s Gas and Welding in Hastings after with continued support, he’d Guernsey donated a MIG welder to the school. Also pictured are Maple Valley High like to make further dona- School industrial arts students (from left) Josh Fulford, Randy Quantrell, Krista tions to both school districts. Stevens, Cody Leinhart, "I’m working with NDT Brandon Phillips, and Group in Grand Rapids, a Austin Tabor. company that offers certifi­ cation in seven different als playground, but with a types of welding and trying program like that they would to raise enough funds that I be able to see that with some can put in a welding station training and hands-on expe­ We build on our reputation...just ask our customers! where students can test for rience, they could be certi­ welding and earn certifica­ fied and get a real job." tion," he said. "I’d like to set itit up up so so the the students students could could get certified and then NDT Group would refer them to companies companies looking looking for for somesomeone certified for that type of Building dreams Since 1978 welding." New Construction and Home Improvement Maple Valley High School 122 S. Lincoln, Charlotte industrial arts teacher Andy Romes said he is excited 517) 543-1718 about the potential opportunities for his students. 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PLEASE CALL _<269)962-7015 TB HORSES: 50+ to choose from, (616)292-5146, (616)693-2909. — NOTICE — MAPLE GROVE TOWNSHIP A public hearing on the proposed Maple Grove Township budget for the coming fiscal year, April 1, 2008, through March 31, 2009, will be held in conjunction with the annual meeting at the township hall, 721 Durkee St, Nashville, on Saturday, March 29, 2008, at 1:30 p.m. The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the proposed budget will also be a subject of this meeting. 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 517-852-1859. A special meeting of the Maple Grove Township Board will be held immediately following the annual meeting. Susie Butler Maple Grove Township Clerk 06668834 Vermontville Township P.O. Box 215 Vermontville, MI 49096 Vermontville Township will be holding a budget hearing on March 27, 2008 at the Vermontville Opera House at 7:00 p.m. before the regular monthly board meeting. A copy of the budget will be avail­ able for public inspection at the Vermontville Public Library and Vermontville Village Office beginning Tuesday, March 25, 2008. The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to sup­ port the proposed budget will be a subject of this hearing. Vermontville Township Board will provide necessary, reason­ able auxiliary aids and services to individuals with disabilities at the meeting upon two days notice to the Township Board. Individuals requiring aids or services should contact Sharon Stewart, Clerk, by writing to P.O. Box 215, Vermontville, MI 49096 or calling 517-726-1159. • omssim WANTED: Crop land to rent for the 2008 season. (517)726­ 1145 Lorna L. Wilson Castleton Township Clerk 915 Reed St. PO Box 679 Nashville, MI 49073 517-852-9479 06669141 Nashville Firemen ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT PANCAKE 8 SAUSAGE BREAKFAST SATURDAY 8 SUNDAY MARCH 29 8 30 00A.M Business Services BARN ROOFING & SID­ ING: 55' bucket truck, (269)945-9836/(616)292-6967. 1:00 P.M ADDLTS $5.00 kids $3.00 UNDER 5: FREE 06669143 LEGAL NOTICE SYNOPSIS CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD March 5, 2008 Recited the Pledge. Called to order by Clerk L. Wilson. All board members were pres­ ent except J. Cooley. There were five people from the public in attendance. Approved the agenda with additions. Appointed J. Reese as meet­ ing moderator. Minutes from the February meeting were approved. Accepted the treasurer’s reports as printed. Approved the bills in the amount of $14,855.98. Approved the appropriation for $10,000.00 transfer from General fund to Township Improvement fund. Discussed the 2008-2009 budget. Committee reports were given and placed on file. Approved the township board meeting dates and the deposito­ ries for the township funds. Heard a presentation on estab­ lishing a DDA. Correspondence was viewed by the board and the public if they wished. Public comment was heard. Heard board comments. Adjournment. Lorna L. Wilson, Clerk osssana NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Vermontville Village Council Thursday 4-3-08 at 7 p.m. For consideration of ordinance amendment: Ordinance No. 08-01 THE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE HEREBY ORDAINS: AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND ARTICLE ONE, UTILITIES AND INFRASTRUCTURE, CHAPTER 2, SECTION 2.9 VIL­ LAGE WASTEWATER SYSTEM ORDINANCE BY THE ADDITION OF THE FOLLOWING LANGUAGE: ARTICLE ONE - UTILITIES AND INFRASTRUCTURE CHAPTER 2 - VILLAGE WASTEWATER SYSTEM To read in its entirety as follows: SECTION 9 2.9 J. MAINTENANCE OF SERVICES. The owner of property into which Sewer is connected to by a service pipe will be required to install and maintain in perfect order, at his own expense, the said service pipe from the village right ofway to his premises, including all fixtures there­ in provided for removing or carrying sewerage away. In case such service and fixtures are not so kept in repair, the Village ofVermontville may file complaint with the County Health Department for condemnation of said premises. Any expenses incurred in this process shall be paid by the property owner. Location: Village Office at 121 Eastside Dr. VERMONTVILLE VILLAGE COU «« ACCEPTING BIDS FOR LAWN MOWING EQUIPMENT The Village of Nashville is soliciting bids for a 2008 72” - 28 to 30 hr. power commercial grade diesel lawn mower. The lawn mower must also have the following: front runner, 2 wheel or opt of 4 wheel drive, hard cab and heater, rear weight kit and rear discharge. Any questions can be directed to Darrell Clements at 517-852-9571. Bids must be submitted in writing to Darrell Clements at the sewer plant located at 202 Water Alley before 3:30 p.m. on March 28, 2008. If mailing your bid please send it to the Village ofNashville, 203 N. Main, P.O. Box 587, Nashville, MI 49073 and must be received by the village by March 28, 2008. The Village of Nashville reserves the right to reject any and all bids. ---------- .----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 06668952 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, March 22,2008 — Page 11 Three local teens to serve on queen’s court during syrup festival by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Three juniors from Maple Valley Senior High School— Emily Boltz, Teketha Pifer, and Danielle Tobias—will represent Vermontville and the Vermontville Maple Syrup Corporation during the annu­ al Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Friday, April 27, through Sunday, April 29. Emily Boltz is the daugh­ ter of John and Pam Currier of Nashville. She volunteers at the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope in Nashville and works on various community- and school-related projects through Maple Valley High School’s leadership class and works as a waitress at Good Time Pizza. In her spare time, Boltz likes stamping, tanning in the sun and shop­ ping with friends. Teketha Pifer is the daughter of Wendy Pifer of Vermontville. She plays soc­ cer, and her hobbies include scrapbooking, tubing, swim­ ming, boating spending time with family and friends and collecting sap. Pifer has helped the Benedict family collect sap for the past two years and plans to help again this year. Danielle Tobias is the daughter of Keri Tobias of Nashville. She participates in 4-H and enjoys stamping cards and scrapbooks, mak­ ing blankets, playing the trumpet and being with friends and family. 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Main, Nashville • 517-852-9680 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/822/MapleValleyNews_2008-03-29.pdf 88aecf2a27f17c250734b11f0be8d484 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 227 EAST STATE ST HASTINGS Ml 49058 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 136-No. 13, March 29, 2008 MVHS students promote Jimmy V Foundation for third year When it comes to support­ ing a cause and showing school spirit, students of Maple Valley High School are at the forefront. The school participates in a vari­ ety of fundraising events throughout the year, getting students and staff involved, but nothing quite compares to "The V Foundation for Cancer Research" or other­ wise known as "Jimmy V event." Jassen Dowling, high school accounting and junior high computer applications teacher spearheads this event with the help of Lonnie Spencer, high school science and teacher. Dowling heard of this national fundraising campaign through ESPN Radio and has hosted it at the high school for the past three years. "The first year we hosted this, we raised under a $1,000. Last year we raised about $1,400 and nearly $1,000 this year," said Dowling. The V Foundation awards 100 percent of all new direct cash donations and net pro­ ceeds of events directly to cancer research and related programs. Staff and students who wish to participate, donate a minimum of $5, and receive a Jimmy V pin or wristband, with an inscription of "Don’t give up,..don’t ever give up!" a Spirited motto coined after Jimmy "V" Valvano’s ESPN awards speech. With a $5 donation Maple Valley staff also earned the right to wear favorite team apparel to school, to visibly show support for cancer research. "My accounting class is responsible for tracking all donors and amounts through an Excel spreadsheet, as well as checking in students in during a finale event of an ice cream party held in our cafeteria,” said Dowling. “Mr. Spencer's class helps create promotional signs which are distributed throughout the school, and our leadership class students and National Honor Society Maple Valley High School students who participated in the Jimmy V fundraiser form a V with their arms, signifying their support to the Jimmy V Foundation. students also help with the final stages of the event." Doug and Louisa Westendorp owners of Mooville Creamery of Nashville have committed to donating ice cream and toppings for the nearly 300 students and staff who participate, and have dbne so since the event’s inception. "It’s a great way to end the event; students gathering for a common cause, and with the generosity of Moo-ville, we are able to say thank you to all who supported the event," added Dowling. "The Jimmy V event gives the stu­ dents a chance to help raise money for a great organiza­ tion and help in the fight against cancer. Everyone has had someone in their life or knows of someone who has been diagnosed with cancer and we are raising money in their honor. "We have had a large group of staff at the high school participate every year and our superintendent has allowed us offer this event school-wide for the last two years." The V Foundation for Cancer Research was found­ ed 14 years ago by ESPN and Jim Valvano, the pas­ sionate and committed for­ mer NC State basketball coach and award-winning broadcaster, as he battled cancer. Significant work has been accomplished during that time; The V Foundation has raised more than $70 million and awarded cancer research grants in 37 states See JIMMY V, page 3 Nashville holds public hearing about Thornapple River dam by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer It was standing-room only in the Nashville Village Hall Thursday evening when the Nashville Village Council held a two-hour public hear­ ing on a proposal to remove the dam on the Thomapple River behind Good' Time Pizza. During the hearing, vil­ lage residents asked ques­ tions and expressed concerns regarding the condition and ownership of bottom land that would be exposed if the dam were removed, the loss of the mill pond, lowering the water table and the effect on wildlife and property val­ ues. Chris Freiburger of Charlotte, a biologist in the habitat management unit of the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) fish divi­ sion, who has offered to donate his time and expertise should the village decide to proceed with the removal of the dam, said the questions and concerns expressed are typical of those he has heard at public hearings across the state when municipalities begin to consider dam removal. “There are always con­ cerns about flooding but basically, people are con­ cerned about change. There is nostalgia; the dam is part of the community,” said Freiburger. “Change is a big thing, whether it is fishing spot, having a river instead of a lake—change can be dif­ ficult especially when it involves a landmark in the community. But, usually it comes down to a decision based on economics for municipalities; they have to weigh maintenance costs and liabilities.” Freiburger opened the public hearing by telling the council and community members present why he was offering to donate his time and talent to the village if they decided to remove the dam. “With my work at the DNR, I typically don’t work with a municipality at the beginning of the process— with obtaining grants, doing the survey and the design process,” he said. “But my 11 and a-half-year old daughter recently died of cancer and is buried in a cemetery near Butternut Creek in Charlotte, which is a tributary of the Thomapple River. We walked around the dams on Butternut Creek and the Thomapple River behind Good Time Pizza, and we talked about the natural river courses and dam removal. She loved the rivers and what I do, and I told my wife that if she would allow me this time I would donate my services to remove those dams in memory of our daughter.” Freiburger said that if the village accepts the offer of his services he could save them nearly half of the esti­ mated $600,000 it would cost to remove the dam. Plus, if the village does apply for and receive a grant for the removal of the dam, that would also help to defray the cost. “I am offering to do this as Chris Freiburger, not a mem­ ber of the DNR,” he said. “I will help you find grants, do the survey, get permits and do everything as economi­ cally as possible.” Freiburger talked to the council about applying for an inland fisheries grant avail­ able through the DNR, the deadline for which is the end of March. He said that if the council approved a motion to apply for the grant, he would submit the application for the council. He noted that even if the village applied for the grant, the community was not “locked in;” they could still change their minds about removing the dam if the village decided it did not want to proceed with the plan in September when the grant money would be awarded. “If the grant money is not awarded until September, the village can use that time in between to conduct prelimi­ nary studies that will make the final decision,” noted Dana Strauss, a member of the Thomapple Watershed Council, who was in the audience, “And the fact that you don’t have to accept the money should also ease some fears.” Later, after the pubic hear­ ing was closed and the coun­ cil returned to regular ses­ sion, members of the council voted unanimously to apply for the grant. “We’re doing this to see if we qualify for funding, and in the meantime we can look at other options,” said Trustee James Dunham This swan was caught on camera building a nest in before he made the motion to the Thornapple River earlier this week in Nashville. apply for the grant. “And that is why I am sec- (Photo by Art Frith) onding the motion,” said fel­ low council member Mike Kenyon. “A lot of times peo­ ple think we hold a public hearing because we’ve already made up our minds • Early 4s learn about the circus about what we’re going to do, and that is not the case at • Maplewood Elementary announces all. We haven’t made a deci­ honor rolls sion, and we want to hear • MV junior high students to appear what people have to say and to look at all of our options.” on TV “I think we got a good • Nashville youths takes part in start on that tonight,” said Angus Association annual meeting Trustee Jack Holden. Nesting along the Thornapple In This Issue... Lion eagers earn All-KVA honors See DAM, page 5 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, March 29, 2008 — Page 2 Early 4s learn about the circus Earlier this month, stu­ dents in the Early 4s program at Fuller Street Elementary explored the, circus. Teacher Shannon Powers said her students had fun making clown hats and having their faces painted. The students also had the opportunity to make their CALL 269-945-9554 any time for Action-ads! 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(PG-13) FRI/SAT LS 11:45 (Parents ofMaple Valley Seniors— ask your child ifthey have completed their survey yet) e 06669772 Keilyn Carpenter, Keith Barke, and Kaelyn Brown make clown hats and have their faces painted. 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) 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 110 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG 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 & 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. FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE Wed. 5:30 p.m................. Family Supper 6:00-7:15 ..........................Pioneer Club Sun: 9:00................................. Sunday 10: 00........................................ Church 11: 00.................................. Fellowship GRACE COMMUNITY 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 Evening Worship............................ 6 Wednesday Family .Night Service ....... 6:45 p.m. . PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 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 PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mbil: grace@gc3.org GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. . . PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Services 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages .. .10:30 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH ool vice 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.................. 9:45 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 ............9:30 a.m. Sunday School............... 11:15 a.m. PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN 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................ 8:30 a.m (Includes Children's Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN 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 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................ 9:45 a.m. Worship Service .................. 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service . . .630 p.m. AWANA ............... 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies: United Methodist Women: 2nd Tues. Ray VanderLaan's videos, “That the World May Know, “ will be showing at 7 p.m. every Sunday night through March 16 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, March 29,2008 — Page 3 Maplewood Elementary announces honor rolls Maplewood Elementary School in Vermontville has announced honor roll for the 2007-08 school year First term 4th grade All A’s — Megan Bonney, Alyssa Egbert, Seth Gurd, Jordan Jenkins, Michaela Johnson, Abigail.. Smith and Corey Stephens. • A-B - Grant Adrianson, Zachary Bement, Noah Christopher, Alaina Cobb, . Charity Dietzel, Cathryn Eldridge, Brittany Fleegle, Isiah Gam, Donavan George, Brielle Hammond, Austin Hartwell, Jennifer Hay, Samantha Henion, Alli Hickey, Jarrett Hickey, Norman Hurosky, Trenton Imes, Jessica Jacobs, Tia James, Brandon Kenyon, Aaron Knoll, Wyatt Ledford, Bryson Massie, Kelli McGillis, Taylor Medina, Cheyenne Morgan, Nicole Peters, Nikota Redmond, Shamin Rowley, Aaron Swank, Jasmine Vantyle, Dominique Visser, Bailey Weiler, Brock Weiler and Austin Yates. Sth grade All A’s—Jacob Allessio, Jennelle Ames, Katie Blodgett, Katie Dixson and Jessica Fuller. A-B - Corbin Allen, Dusty Anderson, Sam Bonney, Andrew Brighton, Tanner Brownell, Erica Burkett, Trish Carpenter, Jason Cassady, Lee Christopher, Felix PenaCollier, Kodee Crouch, Jordan Denton, Sam Denton, Sydney Denton, Jessica Eaton, Taylor Fender, Hannah Hammond, Hunter Hilton, Cody. Hricovsky, Alex Hughes, Haley James, Beau Johnson, Taylor Lamance, MaKayla Lee Brown, Jon Lehman, Emma McGlocklin, Ryan Mudge, Macy Mund, Sarah Norton, Zachary Orsborn, Anna Pash, Travis Rockwell, Mercedes Scott, Jadelyn Stewart, Mariah Szymanski, Gunner Tobias, Corey Turner, Brandon Ulrich, Danielle Vandyke and Zach Wolcott. 6th grade All A A’’ss — Rebecca Allessio, Shaylynn Bement, Ivy Braden, Kyle Brumm, Jack Elliston, Dylan Kennedy, Aubrey Laubenthal, Anthony Mahler, Aleesha Peake, Kourtney White and Jordan Woodman A-B - Dan Bartoo. Kora Benit, Bailey Blodgett, Micah Bromley, Matt Christianson, Kenny Christopher, Ryan Cook, McKenzie Cornwell, Jessica Eckhoff, Joe Eddy, Storm Ewing, Taylor Fisher, Dallie Flower, Brittany Gilton, Austin Gonser, Megan Green, Michaela Grinage, Tecumseh Hakenjos, McKenna Hammond, Ryan Harston, Breanna Heinze, Gabriel Hicks, Ellen Hough, Hadley Joppie, Tyler Kersjes, Raeann Kienutske, Christine King, Aaron Krive, Hanna Kyle, McKayla Lamance, Michelle Lambert, JIMMY V, continued from page 1 and the District of Columbia. The V Foundation for Cancer Research is in the top three percent of all charities based on its sustained fiscal management, according to Charity Navigator, an evalu­ ator of charities. For more information or to get involved in the foundation, call l-800-4JimmyV. Kandys Larsen, Sara Line, Emily Mattocks, Mycah McNamara, Tad Mead, Tesla Meade, Cody Morris, Ryan Myall, Marissa Pierce, Kristin Primm, Teresa Primm, MacKenzie Richardson, Jamie Richter, Zoey Robinson, Zack Rosenberger, Brennon Russell, Niki Sailor, Josh Sanchez, Tiffany Schaub, Doug Sears, Cathleen Seaton, Garret Shaw, Chris Snook, Kaylee Tyler, Seth Trowbridge, Robert Tuller, Emily Waidelich, Courtney Walker, Samantha Wilson and Jacey Wood. Second term 4th grade All A’s — Megan Bonney, Noah Christopher, Alaina Cobb, Michaela Johnson, Nicole Peters, Abigail Smith A-B — Grant Adrianson, Jacob Allerding, Zachary Bement, Charity Dietzel, Shawna Dockter, Alyssa Egbert, Cathryn Eldridge, Donovan Erickson, Erin French, Gavin Gardner, Gabriel Gorton, Jason Green, Seth Gurd, Brielle Hammond, Samantha Henion, Alli Hickey Tayley Histed, Norman Hurosky, Trenton Imes, Jessica Jacobs, Tia James, Jordan Jenkins, Aaron Knoll, Wyatt Ledford, Lindsey Mattocks, MV junior high students to appear on TV Taylor Medina, Samantha Miller, Alissa Morgan, Brook Newsome, Kevin Nichols, Nikota Redmond, Shamin Rowley, Payton Schrader, Zandra Siple, Marcum Terpening, Savannah Vanstee, Cheyanne Vantyle, Jasmine Vantyle and Bailey Weiler. 5th grade All A’s Hannah Hammond, . Emma McGlocklin, Macy Mund and Jadelyn Stewart. A-B - Savannah Ackett, Jacob Allessio, Jennelle Ames, Dusty Anderson, Katie Blodgett, Sam Bonney, Andrew Brighton, Erica Burkett, Trish Carpenter, Jason Cassady, Lee Christopher, Kodee Crouch, Jordan Denton, Sam Denton, Sydney Denton, Katie Dixson, Jessica Fuller, MacKenzie Greenhoe, Hunter Hilton, AleX Hughes, Haley James, Beau Johnson, Brianna Jordan, Taylor Lamance, MaKayla Lee Brown, Mariah Lloyd, Sarah Norton, Zachary Orsborn, Anna Pash, Clayton Powell, Colyn Reed, Lucas Robles, Travis Rockwell, Hunter Sebastian, Charles Spencer, Ronald Strosnyder, Mariah Szymanski, Gunner Tobias, Danielle Vandyke, I Iva Weiler and Zach Wolcott. 6th grade All A’s - Dan Bartoo, Bailey Blodgett, Ivy Braden, Kyle Brumm, Jack Elliston, Taylor Fisher, Dallie Flower, Michaela Grinage, McKenna Hammond, Anthony Mahler, Jamie Richter and Jordan Woodman. A-B - Rebecca Allessio, Shaylynn Bement, Micah Bromley, Skylar Chapman, Matt Christianson, Kenny Christopher, McKenzie Cornwell, Jessica Eckhoff, Joe Eddy, Storm Ewing, Austin Gonser, Megan Green, Savanah Gross, Tecumseh Hakenjos, Ryan Harston, Breanna Heinze, Ellen Hough, Hadley Joppie, Dylan Kennedy, Tyler Kersjes, Christine King, Aaron Krive, McKayla Lamance, Kandys Larsen, Aubrey Laubenthal, Austin Ledford, Sara Line, Emily Mattocks, Mycah McNamara, Tad Mead, Tesla Meade, Cody Morris, Ryan Myall, Aleesha Peake, Marissa Pierce, Kayla Pitcher, Kristin Primm, Teresa Primm, Chandler Reckling, Zoey Robinson, Zack Rosenberger, Brennon Russell, Niki Sailor, Josh Sanchez, Doug Sears, Cathleen Seaton, Garret Shaw, Chris Snook, Seth Trowbridge, Robert Tuller, Emily Waidelich, Courtney Walker, Kourtney White and Samantha Wilson. liana’s (-P$ace The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN Six Maple Valley Junior ® High School students were | HAIR STYLING & NAILS attend aa M chosen to attend Open Tuesday - Friday competition . Quizbusters S.E. Corner ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. against Owosso Middle School at Michigan State 1-517-852-9481 University Tuesday, March 18. Representing Maple Valley were Dyllan McNamara, Jake Ewing, Makaela Bromley, Dale White and alternates, Mitchell Hamilton and Roni APRIL 25 6:00 PM THRU APRIL 27 Maugherman. Maple Valley Junior High FLEA MARKET School teacher Chris Pash is Application for vendors available. the MV Quizteam advisor Send self addressed and organizer. Maple Valley stamped envelope to: Lydia McCauley Jr./Sr. High School 5481 Brown Road Counselor Valerie McCaul Vermontville, Ml 49096 and local parents were there PH 517-543-1740 Days to cheer on the team. 517-726-0633 Evenings “The Maple Valley kids lydiamccauley@russellschrader.com did a super job representing Location: Vermontville United our school,” said McCaul. Methodist Church Lawn - Outside “They were ahead of the Only - 10x10 Booth $60.00 competition until the very Evening 6:00 PM final speed round, where TALENT SHOW Friday Downtown Owosso students made a Prizes for all age groups Three Divisions quick push and beat Maple Call for an application 7 & under Valley 250 to 230 points.” Don Rasey 8-17 years 517-726-1077 18 & over The event will be broad­ Applications also available @ vermontvillemaplesyrupfestival.com casted on WKAR Channel 23 June 29, at 4:30 p.m. VERMONTVILLE MAPLE SYRUP FESTIVAL Ross Smith, Levi Westendorp, Hannah Gardner and Tina Westendorp dish up ice cream at the fundraiser’s finale. <P Now Scheduling Appointments MAPLE^VALLEY Accounting and Tax, LLC Jill Vanderhoef, Enrolled Agent Jesse Bromley and John Knox "cream" Jassen Dowling, the fundraiser's coordina­ tor. 8870 Valley Hwy., Vermontville, MI 517-852-1500 We Specialize in: • Individual Taxes • Farm Taxes • Small Business Taxes • Bookkeeping �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, March 29, 2008 — Page 4 Egg hunt held despite heavy snow Frances W. Maure NASHVILLE Mr. Frances W. (Bug) Maurer, age 88, of Nashville passed away at Thursday, March 27th, 2008 peacefully at Thomapple Manor. Bug was bom in Maple Grove, on July 31, 1919, the son of the late Lawerence H. and Gertrude (Lennon) Maurer. He was raised in the Nashville area and attended Country .School in Dancing Anyone! Classic country dance music with round and square dancing at the Maple Leaf Grange, six miles south of Nashville on M-66. Feat­ uring Don Wagner and the Boot Kickin' Country Band. Dance starts 7p,-llpm. Doors open at 5:30pm, Saturday, April 5th. Admission $5 per person. Phone: 517-852-9178 E Laweranc Maple Leaf Grange g Sm0|(|ng X E Cloverdale Rd or Deinking Barryville, later graduating from Hastings High School in 1938. He was the widower of Margie (Tellas) Maurer. The couple was married on October 25, 1941 in Marshall. They made their home together in the Nashville area where they raised their family together. They were married for 58 years when Margie passed away in 2000. Bug proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during WWII achieving the rank of a sergeant. During the war Bug had three over­ seas deployments. He was a member of the Nashville VFW Post 8260. Bug ' worked as a Machinist at Ford Motor Company retiring in 1978. Bug had a passion for farming. It was this passion that led him to a three year hobby of building a replica of an old fashion working farm similar to the one he grew up on as a child. Bug is survived by his two Give a memorial that can go on forever Ask your funeral director for more information To Battle Creek 77521842 daughters, Carol (Robert) Fenlon, Darlene (Mark) Wilkinson; four sons Jerry (Barbara) Maurer, Don (Nadine) Maurer, David (Brenda) Maurer, Mike (Rita) Maurer. He is also survived by 21 Grandchildren, 46 great grandchildren He was proceeded in death by his beloved wife Margie, and his son Robert Maurer. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Cyril Catholic Church, Nashville, at 11 a.m. on Monday, March 31, with Father Al Russell officiating. The family will receive visitors on Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. with a Rosary Service at 7 p.m. at Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Interment will take place immediately following the funeral service Lakview Cemetery Nashville. Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. on the BCF or call (269) 945-0526. MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS Austin Livingston checks out his new after finding the lucky egg during the annual Easter egg hunt at Putnam Park in Nashville. Grace Community Church held its annual Easter egg huntt in Putnam Park Saturday, March 24, despite the early spring snowstorm which dumped several inch­ es of snow in Maple Valley. “There was a good turn out for those who were brave enough to bear the elements and the snow that was left .behind by mother nature the night before,” said Nashville Police Chief Jerry Schray. Wal-Mart donated a bicy­ cle for the Nashville Neighborhood Watch to give away at the hunt. Eight-year old Austin Livirigstoh of Nashville found this year’s “lucky egg” and won the bicycle. This is the second year the Neighborhood Watch gave away a bike. Last year’s win­ ner was Kierstyn BrisCo of Hastings. Nashville police officer Aaron Staines poses for a photo with the Easter Bunny during the Easter hunt at Putnam Park in Nashville. MICHIGAN SCHOOL READINESS PROGRAM (MSRPL FULLER ELEMENTARY OPEN HOUSE Official Notice There will be Public Meetings held on April 8 and April 17, at 7 p.m. in the Conference Center at Pennock Hospital for anyone interested in learning more about the expansion of Pennock Hospital. 7:00 PM THURSDAY, APRIL 3, 2008 MSRP CLASSROOM/FULLER • See the classroom Discussion will include the major themes that influenced the Pennock Board of Trustees’ decision for the Hospital’s expansion: quality of service, parking, single rooms for patients, additional ser­ vices, financial viability, and the ability of the Hospital to remain competitive. • Learn about the state funded free preschool program in the morning • Hear about the district’s desire to add a tuition based program in the aftenoon QUALIFICATIONS REGISTRATION PACKETS TUITION AMOUNT ! TIME LINES i 06669281 i i i Pennock ! Children and parents had fun hunting for Easter Eggs in the deep snow. 1009 W. Green St. • Hastings 06669758 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, March 29, 2008 — Page 5 DAM, continued from page 1 During the public hearing, Nashville resident Mike Snyder, who owns 400 feet of property along the mill pond, asked who would own the exposed bottom land if the dam were removed. “Someone always owns the bottom land. Sometimes it’s in the deed that the prop­ erty owners have rights to the middle of the channel or river. But, that can vary from one property to the next,” said Freiburger. Snyder expressed concern that removing the dam and lowering the water level in the existing mill pond would decrease property values. “I can provide examples around the country where an impediment (dam) was removed and it increased property values, values,”” said Freiburger. A local resident expressed concern that removing the dam would destroy habitat for mute and trumpeter swans that nest in the mill pond. “And what about the yuck, the muck, and mosquitoes?” she asked. Scott Hanshue, a fisheries management biologist for the DNR who also attended the meeting, said he was not aware of any nesting trum­ peter swans in the area. “They’re there and we love them. What about that?” said the woman. Later in the meeting another woman asked if the state Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) would conduct a study regarding migratory birds along the river. “We need to look at what we can do to enhance the entire community. We heed to work together to find out if this is the right thing to do,” she said. “I have always lived in cities where the peo­ ple worked together to do what was best for the com­ munity.” Responding to the ques­ tion about birds and wildlife, Hanshue said that a study of the Thornapple River in 2006 revealed that there were more species of fish downstream from the dam than upstream. “In terms of fish manage­ ment, opening 60 miles of mainstream river would result in better water quality and more recreational fishing activity. Overall, multiple species of fish will migrate upriver and spawn,” he said. “The impediment has been acting as a sediment basin for 100 years. And now the mill pond pretty much turns green in the summer, which is caused by an increase in water temperature, and that causes stress in the fish pop­ ulation.” Snyder said that he hadn’t noticed a problem with algae in the mill pond until the vil­ lage repaired the sluice in the dam several years ago. “It allows all the cool water on the bottom to be drawn off the bottom on a warm day,” he said. “The mill pond isn’t deep enough for thermal stratifica­ tion,” said Hanshue. “What happened to the step-down dam we were talking about a couple of years ago?” asked Nashville' resident Steve Toman. “Who profits from the removal of the dam? Not us. What about the yuck, muck and mosqui­ toes? I don’t see the benefit. We got seven trumpeter swans that come to our deck, and we bought our house because the swans were there. They say removing the dam won’t change anything. It ain’t true, people. It ain’t true.” Another resident, Jim Jarman asked what would happen to Thomapple Lake if the dam was removed. Toman said that while everyone was talking about fish he, his wife and another woman were concerned about the swans and water­ fowl on the millpond. “What about us on Reed Street?” he asked. “There are two houses for sale and more in foreclosure. Can you tell me my property value won’t go down? Nashville took a mortal hit in the ‘70s when the railroad left When the railroad left, the town died.” “About the mosquito issue, it would be less because there will be mov­ ing, rather than still, water that they breed in,” respond­ ed Freiburger. “As for the muck, we aren’tjust going to take out the dam and let the sediment go because that would cause problems, and we have to worry about pro­ tecting the piers of MDOT’s bridge (on M-66 at the west­ ern edge of the mill pond). When you remove a dam, you don’tjust, ‘let ‘er rip.’” Freiburger then showed the council and members of the audience photographs of several step-down dams. “All the examples I am showing you are step-down dams that use rock structures to create a set of rapids that would maintain the elevation of the river so the sediments wouldn’t‘be let go,” he said adding that just one year after the dam was removed in Charlotte there are already more species of fish upstream than there were before the removal. According to Freiburger the ‘W’ weir, or step-down system, would retain sedi­ ment while allow the migra­ tion of more species of fish further upstream. “With regard to concerns about mud flats and ugly, stinky messes, whenever you remove a dam there are already natural seed banks in the sediment. And within two weeks they will start to sprout,” said Freiburger. Council Member Wayne Parent-teacher conferences set Conferences for Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School, will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, April 2, and Thursday, April 3. There will be no school Friday, April 4, which begins spring break. School will resume Monday, April 14. Nashville, will hold its next meeting 7 a.m. Monday, April 7, at the Castleton Township Hall, 915 Reed St., Nashville. Members ofthe group will be formulating questions to ask Jay Killpatrick, a repre­ sentative from Wolverine Engineering of Grand Rapids, who will attend the 7 p.m. Thursday, April 10, Mary Trowbridge to celebrate 80th birthday Mary Trowbridge will be celebrating her 80th birthday on April 2nd. Cards may be sent to 264 S. Main, Vermontville, MI 49096. GARDEN CENTER & LANDSCAPING (FORMERLY HAMILTON BLACK DIRT PLUS) New Location J Rew n Owners Chris & Becky Ewing Across the street at 5715 South M-66 Opening April 19tht If you need dirt or gravel before just give us a call 517-852-1864 Call us and get LANDSCAPING SPRING CLEAN-UP now! JB meeting of the Nashville Village Council. Wolverine Engineering helped estab­ lish the Lake Odessa DDA and currently is helping Hastings update its DDA. Killpatrick will provide information about how a DDA is established and to answer questions from mem­ bers of the council and the community. The public is welcome to attend all meetings of the Maple Valley Business Owners group and The Nashville Village Council. See DAM, page 1 Vermontville United Methodist men to hold breakfast fundraiser The community is invited to enjoy breakfast from 7 to 10 a.m. Saturday, April 12, at Vermontville United Methodist Church, at 108 N. Main St, and help support the Albright Christian Youth Camp. The men of Vermontville UMC will provide pancakes, sausage links, eggs (any style), Texas toast, biscuits and gravy, orange juice, milk, coffee, and water. Donations will be accept­ ed to provide arts and crafts and other supplies for the camp. Eaton MARSP to meet April 8 The Eaton Country Chapter of MARSP will hold its first meeting ofthe season at the Potterville Methodist Church at noon Tuesday, April 8. The church is locat­ ed at 105 N. Church Street, Potterville. The cost is $8 and reserva­ tions need to be made by April 1. Please send a check to Eileen Harrison, 207 Cambridge Dr., Charlotte, MI 48813. Reservations may be called in to Janet Mergener (517) 663-3702. The program will be pre­ sented by Ruth Conley, trav­ el director at the Eaton County Senior Center. She will discuss ideas for day trips in Michigan. All present and new mem­ bers are encouraged to attend and join the group for a brand new year. ★ New Calico by Blank Textiles ...frogs, tools, sports, lighthouses, flowers, batiks, butterflies, etc. ★ Notions Next Maple Valley Business Owners/DDA meeting set The Maple Valley Business Owners group, which is researching the pos­ sibility of establishing a Downtown Development Authority (DDA) in Moore asked what the dam removal would do to the water level of the mill pond and river. ...zippers, thread, buttons, patterns, quilt books QUESTIONS: ASK US... 218 E. State St., Hastings*- 945-9673 OPEN: Monday-Thursday 8 am-5.30 pm; Frida* ® am‘? Pm; Saturday 9 am-5:30 pm | Hulst Cleaners Pick-Up Station | �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, March 29,2008 — Page 6 Nashville youths takes part in Michigan Angus Association annual meeting Fuller Street observes Wacky Wednesday The Michigan Junior Angus Association leaders are pictured at the 2008 Michigan Angus Association Annual Meeting Banquet March 9 in Jackson. (Seated from left) are Erika Boehmer, Charlotte, vice president; Patricia Vaassen, secretary, and Rachael Vaassen, treasurer, both of Ann Arbor; and Kendra Merriman and Dee Anne Merriman, co-reporters/historians, both of Lowell, (standing) are Justin Ruggles, Kingston, director; Justin Kennedy, Nashville, junior livestock society representative; Chelsea Ruggles, Kingston, director of awards; Rachel Reid, Eaton Rapids, director; Mitchell and Benjamin Goheen, directors, both of Deckerville; Julie Thelen, Saline, director; and Katie Reid, Eaton Rapids, director. (Photo by American Angus Association.) As part of March is Reading Month, students at Fuller Street Elementary in Nashville participated in Wacky Wednesday, a day when they could wear their wildest, wackiest outfits to school. Pictured are Fuller Street teacher Paula Guajardo, Carson Hasselback, Noah Hansen, Billy Nelson, Ben Peters and Rebecca Peck, acting and dressing "wacky" on Wacky Wednesday. These young Michigan members won premier exhibitor awards at the 2008 Michigan Angus Association Annual Meeting Banquet March 9 in Jackson. (Seated, from left) are Julie Thelen, Saline, second; Rachael Vaassen, Ann Arbor, third; Justin Kennedy, Nashville, fourth; and Kendra Merriman, Lowell, fifth. Winning honorable mention are (standing, from left) Hayley Albrecht, Kingston; Dylan Kennedy, Nashville; Justin Ruggles, Kingston; Patricia Vaassen, Ann Arbor; Dee Anne Merriman, Lowell; and Tabitha Grochowalski, Ada. (Photo by American Angus Association.) MAPLE VALLEY KINDERGARTEN ROUND-UP If your child will be 5 years old on or before December 1, 2008, please call Fuller Street Elementary at 517-852-9468 to schedule an appointment. You will need to bring the following: • Certified birth certificate & • Proof of residency or ask for school of choice form & • Immunizations record,(last set can be given as soon as they turn 4 years old) Students will also be scheduled for a vision/hearing test. Round­ up will be at the Grace Community Church in Nashville, on 4/29, 4/30, & 5/1,2008. / Maple Valley Early Four Program Ifyour child will be 4 before December 1, 2008, please call 517-852-2075 for information on this MSRP program. premier breed­ er awards at the 2008 Michigan Angus Association Annual Meeting Banquet in Jackson March 9 were (seated, from left) Julie Thelen, Saline, second; Rachael Vaassen, Ann Arbor, fourth; and Justin Kennedy, Nashville, fifth. Winning honorable men­ tion were (standing, from left) Dylan Kennedy, Nashville; Patricia Vaassen, Ann Arbor; and Kendra Merriman, Lowell: (Photo by American Angus Association.) The Salon AU TUP PPPKS OFM UPSCAIPUPON ptsutmppfm haspviup waitims fop nun 207 N. Main Street • Nashville 517-852-0313 PRODUCTS! KENRA 06669411 ® Stop in and pick up some up today! You will love it! ® ')) ft V® . Hours: Closed Sun. & Mon. • Tues. - Thurs. 10-7 • Fri. 9-5 • Sat. 9-2 »V< F°[VOUJconvenience, please use backentrance. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, March 29,2008 — Page 7 Commission U OOQDlU on Aging Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Hearty Menu Monday, March 31 Cabbage roll casserole, rice, broccoli, spiced apples. Tuesday, April 1 Spaghetti noodles, mari­ nara sauce, mozzarella cheese, green beans, man­ darin oranges. Wednesday, April 2 Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes, tomato juice, spiced apples, wheat bread. Thursday, April 3 BBQ ribette, Brussels sprouts, carrots, pineapple tidbits, hamburger bun. Friday, April 4 Scalloped potatoes with’ ham, broccoli, diced peaches, wheat bread. Cold Menu Monday, March31 Cheese spread, broccoli raisin salad, plums, whole wheat crackers. Tuesday, April 1 Cheese cubes, marinated vegetables, diced peaches, whole wheat crackers. Wednesday, April 2 Italian pasta salad, com and tomato salad, pineapple tid­ bits. Thursday, April 3 Chicken pasta salad, three bean salad, mandarin oranges. Friday, April 4 Tuna salad, tomato salad, applesauce, wheat bread. Activities Calendar Monday, March 31: Hastings - Music with Sam; Crafts 10:30 a.m.; Watercolor 1 p.m.; Card Making 12:30 p.m.; Kinship Care 7 p.m. Nashville 5 11:30 a.m. H,W,N - Reminiscence. Tuesday, April 1: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Beg Line Dance Noon; Bible Study 12:30 p.m. GL Cards 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 2: Hastings Nails; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m. Delton Mini Massage 10:30 a.m.; Reminiscence. Nashville - BP Clinic. Thursday, April 3: Hastings - Line Dancing 9;30 a.m.; Beg Line Dance noon; Morehouse Kids. Delton Puzzles/Trivia. Friday, April 4: Hastings Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m.; Model Railroad noon; Mixed Media Painting 9:30 a.m. Woodland - Visiting. Tuesday appointments for state and federal taxes now available for those 670 years of age and older. DAM, continued from page 5 “When they removed the dam in Diamondale, the water level dropped down about a foot. But, until we get out there and do a survey and determiife the grade, you really can’t predict what will happen,” said Freiburger. “After the survey, you’ll know what you can do and what you can’t do.” Council Member Jack Holden asked about the cur­ rent condition of the dam. DEQ Dam Safety Engineer Paul Wessel said that the dam had been inspected recently. “I’d say there is nothing critical right now, but as time goes by, that will change,” he said. Holden asked how long the dam could last. “If there was a big flopd, it could go out this year,” said Wessel. “But, usually, what we see is a gradual deterioration.” “Could we just let the dam degrade without an issue?” asked Holden. “The dam isn’t going to last forever,” said Wessel. “There’s no money to repair dams?” asked Holden. “No, it would make my job a lot easier if there were,” said Wessel. Freiburger noted that the average life span of a dam was approximately 50 years. “Deteriorating dams are creating a lot ofissues across the state and country,, and municipalities are facing issues When asked about repair versus removal of the dam, Freiburger said that for most communities it comes down to a matter of funding. “There is money out there for dam removal; I don’t know of any for dam repair,” he said. Nashville resident Orvin Moore said he volunteers for Potawatomi Resource Conservation and Development, “a nonprofit organization that’s primary function is to bring resources and funding together to help communities accomplish what they feel they need to do.” Moore suggested that if the council wished to inves­ tigate options other than dam removal they could talk with that organization. Another man in the audi­ ence asked if the village would be responsible for cre­ ating a wetlands elsewhere if it removed the dam from the Thomapple River and the water level went down. Derek Haroldson, a envi- ronmental quality analyst for the DEQ, replied that a per­ mit is required before a structure can be removed and bottom land created. “Removing the dam would actually enlarge rather than diminish wet­ lands,” he said. “We would have to consider the impact both up and down stream. A lot of assessment and sur­ veying have to happen first.” Another audience member asked about flood control without the dam. “As part of the survey process, we do hydraulic modeling to see what would happen in a high-water situa­ tion, or the DEQ would not permit the removal,” said Freiburger, who added that there are only five flood­ control dams in the state of Michigan. Dunham said that that is why the council was explor­ ing its options regarding the dam, “Do we repair it or take it out? We want to do what is best for the entire communi­ ty.” Dunham asked if remov­ ing the dam would lower the water table in a way that would impact the wells that provide the village with water. Wessel said that question could only be addressed after the survey was completed. “A hydrological review is part of the whole modeling process,” said Haroldson. Village resident Ron Bracy asked Freiburger what he was looking for, in terms of action from the council. “I need a commitment from the village that this is an option they want to pur­ sue and then we can secure funds, do the survey and design and address issues as we go along,” he replied. Bracy asked what kind of matching funds the village would need to put up if it received a grant. Freiburger said it may be possible for the village to do an in-kind rather than a cash match. “In Charlotte, the city pro­ vided an in-kind match, city Department of Public Works crews, the use of dump trucks, et cetera, as their match,” he said. Freiburger noted that if the dam removal project cost approximately $600,000, the village would need an in­ kind or cash match of about $300,000. Bracy asked how long a W-weir would last. “Forever,” replied Freiburger. “It is a natural • • • • sion about shoring up the existing dam with sheet pil­ ing and rock in such a way as to allow better fish migration while maintaining the mill pond. “That would require a tremendous amount of rock,” explained Freiburger. “They looked at that option in Chesaning and found it See DAM, page 9 Hansbarge Heating &Air Conditioning LICENSED INSURED Vermontville. Ml COLE HAIMSBAHBER Owner Featuring Ruud Gas Furnaces and Air Conditioners. 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Immaculate upkeep!! 2 Lakewood Schools, improvements including windows bedrooms (poss. 3), gorgeous and siding and many updates, kitchen, 1st floor laundry, 3 sea­ roof 2004. Back deck is 24x12,sons porch. Blacktop drive to a THORNAPPLE LAKE - $88,90011 Shows like new, 1998 mfg. home, appliances including. Beautiful 24x32 garage and 14x24 shed. 1 central air, double lot Call Rick orsetting to view wildlife. Call Rick.year home warranty provided by (N-37) Homer. (LK-26) (CH-30) seller. 7 Day Service Pumps Installed & Repaired Service On Submersible Pumps 2” - 5” Well Drilling and Repair 2.2 ACRES NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE. On main road - surveyed, perked, modulars acceptable. Nat. gas available, rolling with some trees. Land Contract terms. Call Homer. PRICE REDUCED! (VL-l 14) COBB WELL DRILLING The Josh Hall family and the Vermontville United Methodist Church would like to thank the community for all their sup­ port and donations. The “All You Can Eat Spaghetti Dinner” was a great success. We went over our expectations and raised over $3,300.00. The family was overwhelmed by the thoughts, prayers and donations that came in from the com­ munity as well as strangers. Thank You All! |g From the Josh Hall Family & | The Vermontville United Methodist Church river design and would allow the river (to flow) the way a river wants, to operate, whereas a dam stops and fights the natural process of a river.” There was some discus- VACANT PARCELS 3 ACRES PERKED & SURVEYED: Rolling terrain, seeded to hay, seller financing available. North of Vermontville, blacktop road. VL-155) 30 Years Experience PRICE REDUCED! Call Homer. Estimates Available 517-726-0377 356 N. Pease Rd., 8 Sg Vermontville Richard Cobb David Cobb Ml Lie. #1746 || | 2-<- ACRES North of Vermontville, blacktop road, natural gas available, surveyed, perked. Contract terms. Call Homer. 60 ACRES - FARM at HUNTING LAND. 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A one week ad will have people from all over the area showing Interest In what you've got to sell. So don't be shy, tell everyone you have what they want. Place your ad todayl «low as $1J25 *of words VV O I I 5 10 1.1 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 _ . D C Name Phone Address Signature OTHER BATTLE CREEK SHOPPER NEWS P.O. Box 163 • Battle Creek Ml 49016 • 965-3955 • Fax 968-8586 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, March 29, 2008 — Page 9 DAM, continued from page would cost well over a mil­ lion dollars. “If you drive in sheet pile and try to get a fish passage with a less than 5 percent slope, it would take a lot more rock than if you build weirs,” he added. There was also discussion about clean-up of potential chemical contamination of the sediment in the mill pond. Haroldson said that sedi­ ment sampling must be done before a permit- to remove the dam could be issued. “This is a sensitive issue, and many people will be impacted by it in different ways,” said Dunham at the end of the regular meeting. “As a resident and citizen of the community, if we know we have a problem with the dam, we have a duty and an obligation to come together and correct the issue and not leave it for the next genera­ tion to deal with. It’s not right to table the issue and not explore our options and make some sort of decision to correct the problem to ensure public safety and wel­ fare.” “We heard mostly from people who live on the river and have a personal interest in the dam removal, but I’d like to hear from the other 1,600 people in the village Wanted: Standing Timber call Hughes Logging LLC Since 1980 Leonard Hughes Jr. (517) 852-9040 Log With Horses or Skidder BOBBIN'S Call: Jeffor Chris ’ 1847 E. 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In other business the village council: • Unanimously reappoint­ ed DPW Director Darryl Clements Jr. and Nashville Police Chief Jerry Schray to their posts for another con­ tract year. • Approved a revision to the sidewalk obstruction ordinance allowing the vil­ lage to clear obstructed side­ walks and assess the cost to the property owners. • Approved a permit to allow the Nashville VFW to hold its annual Memorial Day Parade on Main Street/M-66 on Monday, May 26. • Approved the appoint­ ment of Moore and Bracy to the village’s zoning board of appeals. • Approved a motion to transfer the control of funds raised for a community skate park from the Barry County Community Foundation to the Village of Nashville. The change will allow the skate park committee to use the village ID to apply for grants. In related action, the council also approved a motion to allow Shane McNeil to submit grant applications to seek funds for the skate park, another to bring skate park funds under village management and audit and put the checkbook under the village treasurer’s control. • Approved committee reappointments. 24 HOURS amsw/ueCC!!ER9EXPRESS Hl ONE ■ 133 S. Main Nashville, MI 517-852-0868 You're HMhie I § Grocery Store Pricing With Party Store Convenience! SALE /^3o TUE. APR. i MON. MAR. 31 DOLE CLASSIC ALAD T9 1 LB. HARDWOOD BACON THUR. APR. 3 m. APR. 4 SAT. APR. 5 3 LBS. RED DELICIOUS APPLE El. BAR-S SKINLESS SAUSAGE 2/ BAR-S JUMBO FRANKS BUSH'S BAKED BEANS WED. APR. 2 BUSH'S FRYERS DRUMS k GHS TUNA/ HAMBURGER HELPER 4/$E00 Dinner - Displays - Auctions - Exhibits - Games - Raffles DINNER - 7:00 p.m. Prime Rib - Chicken Potatoes - Vegetables salad - Dessert - Beer A Wine - Refreshments DOORS OPEN AT. 5:00 p Over 40 Guns!!!!! 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Some items not always as pictured. • Cut & MAil to: QDMA, 6782 Allegan Rd., Vermontville, MI 49096 Please send me Banquet Tickets $45 individual $50 (at door) __$65 married Couple $70 (at door) __$15 Child (15 and under) 18 OZ. Nashville IGA Express Accepts: Mon.-Thur. 6AM-10PM; Sat.- tAM-MIdnight, Sun. 9AM-10PM & Bridge Cards �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, March 29,2008 — Page 10 HHS Class of 1978 to be recognized The Hastings Alumni Committee will be honoring the HHS Class of 1978 at the alumni banquet May 31 at the high school cafeteria and would love to have as many 1978 class members as pos­ sible in attendance. The alumni committee will need to make appropriate seating and dinner arrange- p.m. Tickets for the event are $12 and are available at Bosley Pharmacy in Hastings. Those who live out of town who would like to attend, ticket arrangements may be made by contacting Janey or Marcia no later than May 1. ments. Therefore, RSVPs are requested and can be made to: Janey (Coenen) Donnini at (269) 948-2916, Marcia (Rowlader) Bowman at (269) 948-2969 or by e-mail at hhsclass of 1978@yahoo.com. The event will begin with a punch bowl at 4:30 p.m., followed by dinner at 5:30 Maple Valley CLASSIFIEDS CALL... The Maple Valley News (269) 945-9554 Business Services Farm For Rent FOR RENT: 2 bedroom mo- DAN'S EQUINE DENTISTbile home in Nashville, $450 RY, (269)838-9517. per month plus utilities, se­ E.A.R.T.H. = EDUCATED curity deposit required. ANIMAL Rescue and Teen Phone (517)726-1159._____ ■ Haven is in urgent need of Garage Sale HAY DONATIONS. We ESTATE SALE: Thomas Jef­ will come pick it up, clean out your bam of old hay (Any type ofhay that isn't moldy). E.A.R.T.H. 501(c)3 ferson Hall, Hastings, March 27th-30th, 9am-? Bed, dress­ ers, lamps, stands and lots of is a non-profit organization. household miscellaneous. All donations are tax deduc­ tible. 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Honorees are (front from left) Drew Fleming (Olivet), Kenneth Quick (Maple Valley), Shaun Groetsema (G-A), Nick Blacken (Delton), Mike VanderPloeg (Kalamazoo Christian), (back) Tony Reeves (Delton), Stephen Gould (Kalamazoo Christian), Eric Johnson (Pennfield), and Terrell Gilliard (Parchment). Missing from photo is Terrance Walls (Pennfield). HOME IMPROVEMENTS/HANDYMAN: Specializing in decks, roofing, windows, siding, additions & remodel­ prices? Call J-Ad Graphics at ing. Experienced work for (269)945-9554. affordable prices. Call Alan Klein for all your home im­ provement needs. (269)945­ 9269 SPRING BRUSH CLEAN UP The Village ofNashville will be picking up brush every Monday in April. Please place any brush, leaves, or limbs that you want picked up next to the curb by Monday morning. Nashville DPW 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. 06669600 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Vermontville Village Council Thursday 4-3-08 at 7 p.m. EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP For consideration of ordinance amendment: Ordinance No. 08-01 THE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE HEREBY ORDAINS: AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND ARTICLE ONE, UTILITIES AND INFRASTRUCTURE, CHAPTER 2, SECTION 2.9 VIL­ LAGE WASTEWATER SYSTEM ORDINANCE BY THE ADDITION OF THE FOLLOWING LANGUAGE: ARTICLE ONE - UTILITIES AND INFRASTRUCTURE CHAPTER 2 - VILLAGE WASTEWATER SYSTEM SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS * Residential * Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks * Plastic & Steel Pipe * Other Well Supplies To read in its entirety as follows: SECTION 9 •2.9 J. MAINTENANCE OF SERVICES. The owner of property into which Sewer is connected to by a service pipe will be required to install and maintain in perfect order, at his own expense, the said service pipe from the village right ofway to his premises, including all fixtures there­ in provided for removing or carrying sewerage away. In case such service and fixtures are not so kept in repair, the Village of Vermontville may file complaint with the County Health Department for condemnation of said premises. Any expenses incurred in this process shall be paid by the property owner. Location: Village Office at 121 Eastside Dr. VERMONTVILLE VILLAGE COUNCIL WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Richard Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE co o Now accepting MasterCard & Visa The 2007-08 All-KVA girls’ basketball selections. Honorees are (front from .left) Cassie Halder (Pennfield), Kelsey Campbell, Jackie Cousineau, Brita Kuiper (Olivet), Rachael Williams I Rabbit Frys are back at..... (Delton), (back) Samantha WOODLAND TOWN HOUSE jl> Justice, DeeDee Closson (Parchment), Jennifer । Second Wednesday of each month Kent, and Leslee Rigelman (Maple Valley). Missing from photo are Ali I All-You-Can-Eat • Unlimited Salad Bar j Dawson (G-A) and Alexis 3 06669376 April 9th Szekely (K. Christian). ; Rabbit & Chicken* 137 N. Main, Woodland 1269-367-4690 PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: PUBLIC HEARING The Village of Nashville Zoning Board ofAppeals will hold a public hearing-on April 17,2008 at 7:00 p.m. in the council chambers. SUBJECT: The purpose of this hearing is to hear public dis­ cussion on a special use permit request for 416 Durkee to run a child care in the home. The section of the Zoning Ordinance in question is Chapter 14 (Special Uses). The Village of Nashville views non-action on the part of village residents to be the same as voicing approval of the request. Ifyou wish to comment in writing on this variance request you must do so by April 17,2008 and turn it into the Village Village of Nashville, 203 N. Main St., P.O. Box 587, Nashville, MI 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. oppor S 06663312 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, March 29, 2008 — Page 11 MAKE YOUR PRINTING SPECIALIST ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ Catalogs / Catalog Sheets Flyers / Coupons Brochures Postcards Business Cards Envelopes / Letterhead Booklets / Programs Posters Presentation Folders ... and much, much more! Natural Resource sons KfflFR for kids trophies I. COMPLETE DESI6N STAFF luOLtk tixv. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, March 29. 2008 — Page 12 Weather outside doesn’t bother Lion ladies inside by Brett Bremer Sports Editor While golfers and baseball and softball players don’t have the option of moving their sport indoors, the SCHOOL MENUS Maple Valley varsity girls’ track and field is making the most of its time inside to start the season. A week after winning the Division III & IV competi­ tion at the Saginaw Valley State University Girls (SVSU) Indoor Meet (March 20), the Lion ladies finished second to Williamston in the Small Schools standings on Wednesday in the MSU/Playmakers True Team Track and Field Meet. Williamston led the 17team meet Wednesday with 1531 points. The Lion ladies were second with 1340.5. Potterville was third with 1210 points and Clare fourth with a score of 1157. At Michigan State, teams were allowed to enter three athletes in each individual event and one team in each Maple Valley Elementary Menu Monday, March 31 Hot dog. French fries, apple slices, brownie. Tuesday, April 1 Cheesie bread sticks. Spaghettios, celery w/p.butter, peaches. Wednesday, April 2 Fuller Cottage Inn. Pizza. Tossed salad, grapes, cookie. Thursday, April 3 Cook’s choice. Friday, April 4 No School. Maple Valley Jr,/Sr. High Lunch Menu Monday, March 31 Com dogs. Whole kernel com, glazed carrots, pears. Salad bar. Tuesday, April 1 Hot Pocket Variety. French fries, green beans, peaches. Mexican Bar. Wednesday, April 2 Kellogg Cottage Inn. Chicken nuggets. Mashed potatoes, baked beans, sher­ bet. Pasta Bar. Thursday, April 3 Cook’s choice. Friday, April 4 No School. Note: Entree’s available daily: Cheeseburger, variety of chicken sandwiches, pizza, peanut butter and jelly sand­ wich, fish sandwich, honey and peanut butter sandwich, 6 ozs. yogurt w/string cheese. Sides available daily: garden salad, juice,' fresh fmit. Milk is included with all full meal purchases. Second available on vegetables at no additional charge. Assorted bread choices daily. with the team of Pierce, Densmore, Stewart, and Christensen winning the 800-meter relay in 1:54.06, and Christensen running a time of 10.11 in the 60-meter hurdles. That same relay foursome placed third in the 1600meter race with a time of 4:31.38. In the field events, the Lions’ had five scoring fin­ ishes. Gonser was fourth in the shot put at 28-9, and teammate Brittani Brady fifth at 28-9. Pierce was third in the long jump at 15-9. In the pole vault, Fassett placed second and Mater fourth as both cleared 9-0. Other scoring finishes on the track came from Vinson in the 3200-meter run (third, 13:34), Pierce ’in the 60meter dash (third, 8.55), Christensen in the 400 (1:06.23), Stewart in the 400 (1:06.53), Trumble in the 800 (seventh, 2:43.75), and the team of Shaw, Shoemaker, Pantera Rider, and Trumble in the 3200meter relay (fourth, 11:07.09). relay race. Every finisher Stacey Fassett placed second by clearing 9-0 and Karlee scored for their team. Maple Valley had three Mater tied for third by clear­ 8-0. Stockbridge’s championship performances ing on the day. Lauren Pierce Christina Watson won the won the long jump by leap­ event at 9-7. Maple Valley’s girls were ing 16 feet 7 inches. Pierce also teamed with Danielle in the top ten in all three Christensen, Mallorie relay races. The 1600-meter Densmore, and Lizzy team of Erin Shoemaker, Stewart to win the 800-meter Leslee Rigelman, Mallorie relay in 1 minute 51.50 sec­ Densmore, and Stewart placed sixth in 4:36.18. The onds. The Lions’ top individual Lion 3200-meter team of event was the 400-meter Kayla Shaw, Shoemaker, ■dash, where Christensen Amanda Erwin, and Lauren took the championship with Trumble was ninth in 11:19.70. a time of 1:03.79. Clare’s Other top ten finishes on Kelsey Beatty was second in 1:04.10, and the next two the day for the Lions were finishers were Lions. Stewart scored by Trumble in the 1600-meter run (tenth in was third in 1:04.59 and 6:07.77), Randi Vinson in Pierce fourth in 1:05.28. Pierce, ” Stewart, and the 3200-meter run (eighth, 13:41.82), Rigelman and Christensen all also scored in the 60-meter dash, with Jennifer Kent in the high Pierce and Stewart tying for jump (T-sixth, 4-6), and fifth place in 8.10 seconds. Ashley Gonser in the shot Christensen was 14th in put (seventh, 30-6). Last week Thursday, the 8.40. Christensen’s fourth event was the 60-meter hur­ Lions took the championship dles where she finished sec­ at the 19-team SVSU Girls ond in 9.60, a tenth of a sec­ Indoor Meet with 87 points. ond behind Yale’s Iris Perry was second with 65, Campbell. and Freeland third with 63.5. The Lions’ top field event The Lions’ took two was the pole vault, where championships oh the day Lion boys team fourth at its first twomeets ofthe year KFHL crowns its 20th champion Blackhawk Michaela Johnson (left) and Red Wing Tanner Brownell battle it out during the Kellogg Floor Hockey League (KFHL) Championship Game last Saturday at the Kellogg Center in Nashville. The Blackhawks came out on top with a 4-1 victory to end the KFHL’s 20th season. (Photo by Art Frith) Turkey Hunting Seminar Saturday, April 5, 2008 12 pm - 2:30 pm at Hometown Lumber & Hardware t by Brett Bremer Sports Editor In a pair of indoor meets so far this season the Maple Valley varsity boys’ track and field team has come away with a pair of fourth place finishes. Fourth is where the Lions finished last week Thursday in the Division III & IV standings at the Saginaw Valley State University (SVSU) Boys Indoor Meet, and where they finished Wednesday in the Small School standings at the Michigan State University (MSU)ZPlaymakers True Team Track and Field Invitational. At MSU, the Lions fin­ ished with 1122.5 points in the 16-team standings. Each team was allowed to enter three athletes in each indi­ vidual event and one team in each relay race. Every finish­ er in each event scored for their team. Williamston took the championship with 1425 points, followed by Clare with 1218.5 and DeWitt 1165.5. The top performances for the Lions came in the 1600- meter and 800-meter relay Meet the previous week, races. A Maple Valley four­ scoring 78 points. Saginaw some took the 1600-meter Swan Valley was second championship in 3 minutes with 73.5 points, Perry third 34.32 seconds. The Lion with 62, and the Lions fourth team was second in the 800- with 61. meter relay with a time of Once again Maple Valley 1: 35.69. teams placed first in the The Lions got two other 1600-meter relay and second second place finishes in indi­ in the 800-meter relay. In the vidual events, with Jeff Burd 1600, the Lions finished with taking second in the 800- a time of 3:37.66. In the 800, meter run to Williamston’s they hit the finish line in Dan Nix. Nix finished in I: 39.61. 2: 00.87 and Burd in 2:01.52. Maple Valley had two Nick Thurlby was second in individual championships on the 60-meter hurdles in 8.50 the day. One came from seconds. Yale’s Aviram Kaleb Root, who won the Campbell won the hurdle pole vault at 13-0. The other race in 8.40. was earned by Thurlby in the Other top ten performanc­ 60-meter hurdles, with a time es for the Lions came from of 9.18. Thurlby in the 400-meter Other top eight scoring dash (sixth in 53.56), Charles finishes at SVSU for Maple Wymer in the 60-meter dash Valley came from Chris 7.20), (eighth, Rob Loueall in the shot put (third, Morehouse in the 800 (tenth, 41-2.5), Laverty in the 3200 2:09.33), Brad Laverty in the (fifth, 10:41.97), Joe 3200 (eighth, 10:45.30), Benedict in the 3200 (eighth, Matt Hamilton and Justin I1: 41.44), Thurlby in the Kennedy in the pole vault 400 (sixth, 54.79), (T-tenth, 10 feet), and the Morehouse in the 800 3200-meter relay team which (2:09.49), and the 3200finished fourth in 8:48.80. meter relay team that placed Reese took the champi­ fourth in 8:48.87. onship at the SVSU Indoor 219 S. 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M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 136-No. 14, April 5, 2008 A local paper oftoday! Nashville resident and MTV II vet laid to rest Monday A horse-drawn Victorian hearse carries the body of Francis “Bug” Maurer to Lakeview Cemetery in Nas by Rose Heaton World War II veteran Francis W. “Bug” Maurer, 88, was laid to rest at Lakeview Cemetery in Nashville Monday, March 3. The son of Lawrence and Gertrude (Lennon) Maurer, Bug was one of 12 children raised on a farm just outside of Nashville. Of the 12 children, six served in the military; four—Ed, Dale, Lennon “Lenny” (also called Hugh) and Bug—served their country during World War II. Bug was the last of the four World War II vet­ eran brothers to be laid to rest. Since he was a young child, Lawrence was called Bug. As a statement of displeasure, when he was See Maurer, pg. 4 Maurer brothers (from left) Lenny, Francis “Bug,” Dale and Ed pose in uniform during World War II. Lenny was in the Marine Corps; the other three served in the Army. All four brothers returned safely from the service. Village of Vermontville amends Maple Syrup Festival Queen wastewater system ordinance enjoys friends and outdoors by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter During its regular April meeting, the Vermontville Village Council voted unan­ imously to amend the vil­ lage’s wastewater system ordinance. As amended, the ordinance makes it the prop­ erty owners’ responsibility to maintain the service pipe from the village right ofway to the premises at his or her expense. The property owner also has the responsi­ bility of maintaining all fix­ tures provided for removing and carrying sewage away. If the service line and fix­ tures are not maintained properly, the village may file a complaint with the Barry-Eaton District Health Department for condemna­ tion of the premises. The property owner will have to pay any expenses incurred by this process. In other business the vil­ lage council: • Heard reports from its committees. 1116 technology committee reported that it has received a contract from Broadstripe. The streets, drains and sidewalks com­ mittee has set its next meet­ ing for 8 a.m. Saturday, April 19. The ordinance committee is looking at changing violations from criminal to civil infractions. And, the business task force held a meeting with local business owners to see if there was any interest in working with village offi­ cials to promote businesses in Vermontville. • Approved a motion to hire Wilcox Engineering to complete paperwork for the second phase of the facade grant for downtown busi­ nesses. The estimated cost to complete the paperwork is $1,000 to $1,500. • Heard a report from Department of Public Works Street Supervisor Monte O’Dell who said that some potholes have devel­ oped on South Main Street near the opera house but the asphalt is still under a oneyear warranty. He said he will have the asphalt compa­ ny look at the site. O’Dell also discussed having the village maps and records backed up digitally. He had already received one quote for the work totaling $7,200. The council asked him to get estimates from other firms. • Scheduled a water and sewer committee meeting for 4 p.m. Monday, April 7. • Discussed participating in Mayor Exchange Day with the Village of Caledonia during Michigan Week, May 19 to 23. Village Clerk Shirley Harmon will schedule the event. • Approved a contract with Wilcox Engineering for engineering consulting. • Heard from Harmon that she had received six applications in response to an ad placed in the newspa­ per for a part-time deputy clerk. She said she and O’Dell will interview candi­ dates Tuesday, April 15. The deputy clerk would help with filing and paperwork and allow the village office to extend its hours. • Heard a complaint from a village resident regarding a possible violation of the village’s junk and driveway permit ordinances. O’Dell was asked by the council to look into the driveway per­ mit issue, and village coun­ cil trustee Sue Villanueva said she would look into whether or not the junk ordi­ nance was being violated. by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Jaklynn Platte, the daughter of Mike and Jamie Platte of Vermontville, whose Aunt Krissy Platte was once a mem­ ber of the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Queen’s Court, said she has always wanted to be the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Queen, "When I was little kid I would see the queen with her tiara and I was like, ‘Oh! I want one!”' said Platte, a Maple Valley High School junior, who plans to study either nursing or anthropology after graduation. But, despite her love of tiaras, Platte’s pur­ suits are, "more Tomboy than girly-girl." "I like mudbogging, gocarts, paintball, horseback rid­ ing, swimming and taking pic­ tures," she said. "I’m a tomboy; I’m not the most average girl on the block. I’d rather go roll around in the mud than scream because I’ve seen a bug." Platte said her brother Roger has gotten her interest­ ed in archery and she is also, "a big fan of hunting," and tells of shooting and losing a big buck during last fall’s Jaklynn Platte is the 2008 Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Queen. hunting season. "I had a good shot and hit him, but he took off running. We followed his trail but it was getting dark, and I could­ n’t see anything any more," she said. "A while later I was driving down the road and the same buck ran out in front of me and I hit him with the truck but he just kept going. I looked for him for three days and could never find him." Platte also "dabbled in 4­ H," and raised a black Angus calf named Holly who has become somewhat of a pet. "I raised her since she was See Syrup Queen, pg. 7 In This Issue Elementarys join together for end of March is Reading Month Wii, other spring break events set at Putnam Library Lion teams score at least 100 points in wins at Leslie Spring sports season previewed �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, April 5,2008 — Page 2 Benefit planned for youth ranch FROST HEATING & COOLING QUALITY, VALBE 8 SERVICE • New Construction Designed and Installed • Boiler Service and Installation » Radiant Floor and Ceiling Installation • Duct Cleaning and Sanitizing HEATING & COOUNG PRODUCTS • Complete Air Conditioning Service and Installation • Tankless Water Heater Sales and Service • 24 Hour Phone Service • Free Estimates s Serving Your Community for Over 40 Years Lake Odessa (616) 374-7595 Nashville Ihometown H HlUDDft HLUlUMDBERDf&t UDR UAD H RR DWADDRE Mon. thru SaL 7:30 am to 5:30 pm (517)852-9565 I eHH 219 S. State in Nashville 517-852-0882 Propane Cylinders wuw.hometownlumber.cotn Sunny Crest Youth Ranch organizers have planned a fund-raising dinner for 6:30 p.m. Saturday, April 19, at the Walldorff Brewpub and _B_is_tr_o _in_ H_a_stings. Tickets are $50 and include dinner, raffle, a live auction and a silent auction. Some of the items up for bid include fishing trips, gift cer­ tificates and toys. The menu is a choice of sirloin bistro steak with herb butter potato, grilled salmon with honey-dill glaze and wild rice pilaf, and Asiago chicken with wild rice pilaf. Call Wendy Behrenwald at (616) 813-9168 to reserve a seat and place a dinner order. Construction of the youth ranch on M-43 west of Sunfield is well underway. The office building and the first home are nearing com­ pletion. Sunny Crest will be a working ranch that young men can call home—a place to grow up, mature, and have a fair chance at life. “It will be a place where kids can learn responsibility and develop good values in a secure, loving, nurturing, Christian environment that provides both a safe home and many opportunities for GREEN LIGHT DRIVING SCHOOL llc 517-852-0000 301 N. Main (M-66), Nashville Segment I Start Dates: April 28 May 27 Segment II Start Dates: May 27 JULY 9 FREE Parent Meeting, Saturday, April 19 @ 9:30 am SUMMER SEGMENT I CLASS DATES NOW AVAILABLE Mfe partner with parents for SAFE teen drivers The Salon AU THl PTRKS OFAN UPSC/HTSAION phm nepf in nashvilie waiting for rem PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: No matter what the season; Emax Plus high performance glass is working round the clock to save you energy and keep you comfortable! For information on this promotion or any ofour other quality products please call our office. Contractors WINDOWS > AND DOORS Wk, by ViWlnTECH All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Pair 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. Ulis 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 arc 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 healing impaired is I -800-927-9275. t=J 06663312 LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE 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 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 110 S. Main St, Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517)726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG (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. FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE Wed. 5:30 p.m................... Family Supper 6:00-7:15............................. Pioneer Club Sun: 9:00...................................... Sunday 10: 00............................................. Church 11: 00...................................... Fellowship GRACE COMMUNITY 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 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 PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST 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. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. . PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 . PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday 207 N. Main Street • Nashville 517-852-0313 Don’t Forget to book your PROM If APPOINTMENTS! APRH 1ANNNG SPECIAL 1-month unlimited or 15 anytime visits Spots are filling fasti I3SM5K? ABUNDANT GRACE WORLD OUTREACH CENTER therapy, and die boys will be responsible for tending live­ stock on die ranch, which will include chickens, sheep, cows and horses. Sunny Crest Youth Ranch is a charitable, nonprofit organization dependent on contributions from individu­ als, groups, businesses and foundations. For more information, call (269) 367-4457, (269) 804­ 9190 or visit www.sunnycrestyouthranch.org. growth,” said CEO Ron Coppess, a retired Lakewood teacher and principal. When construction is fin­ ished, Sunny Crest will include six homes, each housing six to eight boys. Each home will have its own kitchen, family room and laundry room. The boys will have house­ hold chores, such as clean­ ing, washing dishes, cooking and laundry. The ranch will use animal KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Services........ 9:00 & 10:30 aim. Sunday School for All Ages .. .1030 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road ool (1/2 mile East ofM-66, vice 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday School ................... 10 a.m. A.M. Service...................... 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service.............................. 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY 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 1 Hours: Closed Suri. & Mon. • Tues. - Thurs. 10-7 • Fri. 9-5 • Sat. 9-2 » —oryour convenience, please use back entrance. F PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) 8:30 a.m Sunday Worshi (Includes Children’s Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. . Sunday School................ 11:15 a.m. PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN 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 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 OA 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 .. .6:30 p.m. AWANA................. 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies: United Methodist Women: 2nd Tues. Ray VanderLaan's videos, “That the World May Know," will be showing at 7p.m. every Sunday night through March 16 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, April 5, 2008 — Page 3 Eaton Federal makes donation to local food bank Sixth grader Samantha Wilson (left) reads to second grader Karlee Wells (right). For the second year in a row, Eaton Federal Savings Bank has donated $2,400 to Maple the Valley Community Center of Hope food pantry. The pantry serves an aver­ age of 150 families a week, offering food and personal items ofall kinds to people in the Nashville, Vermontville and Woodland communities. Everything is done on a donation and volunteer basis. To date, there are 30 volun­ teers totaling 3,000 hours a year. Again this year the Feinstein Foundation is offering a $1 million chal­ lenge grant to food banks across the country. It’s a great opportunity to get more out of each giving dollar. Economic times remain tough in Michigan. The state Elementarys join together for end of March is Reading MonthPutnam District Library meetings date changed Friday, March 28, all of the fourth, fifth and sixth Nashville’s Putnam Library Board decided at its March meeting to continue convening at 6 p.m. on the third Tuesday of each month. Monthly meetings are scheduled for April 15, May 20, June 17, July 15, Aug. 19, Sept. 16, Oct. 14, Nov. 18 and Dec. 16. Changes to this schedule may be made later, if neces­ sary. Call the library at (517) 852-9723 to confirm. The public is always welcome to attend. O© NIM’S ISLAND (PQ) 11:15,1:30,4:10,6:40,9:10 FRI/SATLS 11:25 O© THE RUINS (R) I: 20,3:25,5:30,7:35,9:40 FRI/SATLS 11:45 021 (PG-13) I1: 00,1:40,4:20,7:00,9:50 DR. SEUSS' HORTON HEARS A WHO! (G) 12:15,2:25,4:40, 6:50,9:00 FRI/SATLS 11:10 (KjBttftK Q)iana s ^PCace The Place to Gofor Professional Styling III MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS I* ** 0! n# ’**>. < 06663407 * 122 S. 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Other projects done through the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope are "Souper Kids" program in April. Area schools stu­ dents will be bringing in canned soup to be donated to the food pantry. Clothes, shoes and coats are also available at the center. June starts the Fresh Food Initiative along with the filled backpacks for school students. And coming soon, the ‘Paper ’Gator,’ a recy­ cling station for newspapers, magazines, telephone book and junk mail. For more information or to donate to the food pantry, call (517) 852-0664. Joe Montgomery Builders, Inc. Red Cross blood Officer McGruff and Barry County Sheriff Dar Leaf read to children at Fuller Street Elementary. |’ siiwm u* r »«# I IN* bi wa». ij iW mW ."ii'. J W psi® continues to lead the nation in unemployment. The ranks of those suffering from job loss, under-employment, or lack ofhealth insurance continue to swell. But for those in a position to reach out to neighbors, the Feinstein Challenge offers an opportunity to provide hope. The foundation will match 10 percent of each donation made by April 30. Every dollar given to the food bank provides $8.25 in food to pantries that are helping hungry households. Also, a gift to the food bank may be eligible for a special Michigan tax credit. Individuals donating up to $200 can claim up to a $100 credit on their Michigan income tax. A married couple filing jointly, donating up to $400 may be eligible to claim up to $200. (A tax advisor can offer additional % 06670009 Hours: Mon. 9-2, Tues.-Frl. 9-5. Evenings By Appt., Sat, 9-12 L to R: Stylist Amanda Bruce, Stylist Kathy Tirrell, Massage Therapis/Owner Janelie Decker, Nail Tech Gloria Rolfe 152 S. 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He would say that it wasfi’t so bad for them on the family farm. They didn’t have a lot but neither did anyone else, he quipped. He remembered that his cousins in the city had a much harder time. Besides Ed, Dale and Lenny, his siblings includ­ ed Bernard, Mary Rose (Art) Bishop, Ruth (Larry) O’Mara, Annetta (Harold) Fig, Louise (Bob) Stockham, Joe, Bernice (Leon) Frith and Pat. Both Joe and Pat served in the U.S. Army during peace time. Bug loved baseball and was a proud member of the championship Hastings High School 1937 and 1938 teams. (Bug and his brother Ed played in the semi-pro sandlot league. Ed was the pitcher and Bug the catch­ er. Ed was picked up by the St. Louis Cardinals and attended spring training. Bug said he remembered Ed telling him how he pitched against Lou Gehrig Ed said, "I gave him everything I had, but he hit that ball hard, and as far as I know it’s still going!" Ed left his baseball dreams behind when he. was drafted in 1940.) Bug graduated from Hastings High School in 1938 and later went into the service. He married Margie Tellas, Oct 25, 1941, in Marshall. She passed away in 2000. They were mar­ ried 58 years and raised seven children. A person didn’t have to spend much time with Bug to know that he was not afraid to speak his mind and that he was very proud to have served his country. Bug took part in the inva­ sion of Normandy, enter­ ing on Omaha Beach in June 1944. The following year, he was sent to Japan a few weeks after one of the atomic bombs had been dropped. During that latter tour of duty, Bug found a 6-yearold Japanese girl left orphaned after the bomb­ ing. She was filthy and eat­ ing from a garbage .can. Bug and some of his bud­ dies took her in, got her food and medical atten­ tion. They cut their uni­ forms to make clothes for the child and continued to care for her. Bug said he took flak from some about taking in ‘the enemy.’ But he would reply, "If. the situation were reversed, and this was your daughter, would­ n’t you hope that your enemy would do the same?" Bug wrote Margie, and she agreed they should adopt the little girl. But the government would not allow the adoption. Bug was heartbroken. He then worked hard to ensure the little orphan girl—whom they had they had named ‘Monday’ after the day on which they found her— would be cared for after he left. He and his buddies located a Japanese family who had lost a daughter in the war and agreed to take Monday and raise her as A procession of friends and family members follow the hearse to Lakeview Cemetery. Bug had labeled this photo “Home at last with Mom.” their own. Bug kept in touch with the family and was saddened when he received a letter in 1956 informing him that Monday, then about 17, had died of brain cancer and complications from the bomb and its fall­ out. Bug said he never forgot Monday or those with whom he served. He and an army buddy, George | Parish, made a pact that if one or the other did not I Please present this coupon at any Mid America I make it back, the survivor ■ Shows’ ticket booth & receive one regular priced ■ would make sure the I $16 P.O.P. Ride Wristband for only $14 during I other’s immediate family would be cared for. George one of the following days & times: | did not return home. Bug Friday, April 25 • 4PM to 10PM k kept his word. He and ( aturday, April 26 • 5PM to 11PM ■ Margie keptt in touch with Sunday, April 27 * Noon to 6PM George’s widow, Betty, No Refunds • No Re-Bands • No Cash Value • No Rain Checks g| ■l and made sure she was One coupon perperson. Duplications not accepted. taken care of. |1 There are height restrictions on som A plaque on the back of save- *2®®! I Vermontville montville Syrup Fest Festival I | April 25,26,2T, 2008 THE TRAFFIC SCENW A Name That You Can Trust Located at the Intersection of M-43 & M-50 (■ studen^^years, 8 months or older [ Payment Plans Available SEGMENT I CLASS SEGMENT II CLASS April 7 - April 24 May 27 - May 29 April 28 - May 15 r 'The Traffic Scene, teaches with up to date materials and safe automobiles. ’ Parent Quote MO To obtain a registration, call (517) 566-7229 Jc Instructors Dan Cobb, Phil Smith & Roily Krauss Bug and Margie’s'headstone shows a photo of the two couples having dinner their final week together at Fort Dix, N.J., before ship­ ping out to Europe during the war. The plaque reads: Brothers in arms Couples in love Forever united by time. George went home to the Lord before seeing Betty. Bug went home to Margie before seeing the Lord. Bug was a proud mem­ ber of the Nashville VFW; his brother Dale Maurer was one of the founding members. Besides the five brothers who served in the military, Bug’s son David served in Vietnam, and in 1967 he lost a son-in-law, Larry Gray, in that con­ flict, as well. During his service, Bug was awarded Medals of Honor for the Asiatic Pacific Campaign, the European, African, Middle Eastern Campaign, the Victory Medal, and (much to his family’s surprise) the Good Conduct Medal. Nashville area Funeral Director Scott Daniels said he could not recall a mili­ tary service he has con­ ducted when Bug was not present to participate in the honor guard. Family mem­ bers report that he often traveled to burials all around the area if veterans were needed for a military service. stories. Daniels said he was honored to have known Bug and came to realize “what a debt of gratitude we owe Bug’s generation who sacrificed so much for all of us.” Bug said he wanted to be buried in a hand-crafted, walnut casket like the one made for his grandfather, Peter A. Maurer, who was a very talented woodwork­ er. Bug’s son Don made sure that happened and built a beautiful walnut casket for his father. Daniels said from the first meeting, Bug was insistent that since he was “brought into this town by a horse and cart,” that is how he would go out. hearse to be followed by a team of mules pulling a covered wagon for some of the family. Other family and friends walked or drove behind on a gloomy, rainy day from St. Cyril Catholic Church . in Nashville to Lakeview Cemetery where this local World War II veteran was finally laid to rest. Rose (Frith) Heaton, who works in sales at J-Ad Graphics, is one of Francis “Bug" Maurer’s many nieces. Both as a child and adult, she never tired of hearing Uncle Bug’s stories nor did she cepse to be entertained by his sometimes comical directness and presenta­ tion ofhis opinion. EWING GARDEN CENTER & LANDSCAPING (FORMERLY HAMILTON BLACK DIRT PLUS) New Location J New Owners Chris & Becky Ewing Across the street at 5715 South M-66 Opening April 19th • K If you need dirt or gravel before just give us a call 517-852-1864 Callus and get ur projet booked LANDSCAPING SPRING CLEAN-UP now! r �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, April 5, 2008 — Page 5 Senior pictures bring Maplewood Elementary names April Students of the Month disbelief, relief nearly seven decades later Uncle Bug often recounted how he almost did not graduate. His youngest sister Bernice, my mom, who was 3 years old at the time, had undergone surgery to remove an infected mas­ toid bone and suffered complications. Bug knew times were tough so he chose not to ask his parents for money for his senior pictures which had already been taken but had not yet been paid for. The principal called Bug to his office a few weeks before graduation and said Bug would not graduate if he did not pick up and pay for his pic­ tures. Bug responded that he was not going to because he did not have the money. The principal advised him to ask his par­ ents, to which Bug responded he was not going to. Bug said he explained the situation but it seemed to make no difference to the principal. Bug went home and decided to just go to work on the farm and forget about the pictures and gradua­ tion. His mother asked why he was not going to school the next day. Bug recalled, "I lied and told her that seniors did not have to go the last few weeks. Well, Ma was smarter than that. She wrote a letter and sealed it in an envelope and told me to take the letter to the principal’s office the next day." Bug never did know the content of the letter but he remembered the principal reading the letter, shaking his head and saying, "If it wasn’t for your mother." Bug said he pointed his finger at the principal and said, "You leave my mother Francis “Bug” Maurer’s out of this. This is between long-forgotten senior pic­ you and me. If you want to ture. let me graduate, fine. And if you don’t, fine!" The principal said, "Fine, you can graduate." After hearing this story about a year ago when visiting Bug in the hospital (while his sister Bernice listened, once again, how Bug was denied his senior pictures) I decided to do something about that; I knew that J-Ad Graphics had a col­ lection of old Hastings High School yearbooks. I searched and found the 1938 yearbook and inside found the senior pic­ ture Bug never received. I scanned the old yearbook image and printed a sheet of wallet-size senior pictures. I took them to him the next day. He putted the sheet ofpho­ tos out of the envelope and stared in disbelief. He looked up at me and said, "How did you get these?" I said I thought it was high time somebody picked then) up after 69 years! Bug shot back, "Now I know that the photographer that took these has got to be dead by now." I explained what I had done, which still amounted to a small miracle in his eyes. I was also relieved that my mom could finally be let off the hook. — Rose Heaton To all my loyal customers at Nancy’s Beauty Shop I’m taking this opportunity to say “Thank You" once again for yourpatronage but mostlyfor yourfriendship ■ these past 2 years. I am retiring again. As ofApril 1st the beauty shop becomes Millers Photographic Studio Owners Ken and Tara Miller will be ready for all your photographic needs - Weddings, Senior Pictures, Portraits and Product Shots. 517-726-0177 1575 Main, Vermontville, MI All ofmy best to themfor a very successful business Thanks again, Nancy 06669835 Every month, the teachers and staff of Maplewood Elementary School in Vermontville select one stu­ dent from each grade to be recognized as "Student ofthe Month," based on citizen­ ship. Students of the Month for April are Megan Green from Laurie Pettengill’s sixth grade class, Mariah Lloyd from Josh Meersma’s fifth grade class, and Jennifer Hay from Pat Campion’s fourth grade class. Sponsors who provide awards to the Students ofthe Month include Goodtime Pizza in Nashville, Moo- Jennifer Hay Megan Green ville Creamery, Nashville Subway, Roush’s Sidewalk Mariah Lloyd Cafe, Charlotte Wendy’s and Charlotte Burger King. Nashville United Methodist Church to hold hymn sing The community is invited to join members of the Nashville United Methodist Church at 9:30 a.m. Sunday, April 13, for an old-fash­ ioned hymn sing. It will be a service of old hymns, prayer time and testimonies. "Many have had experi­ ences of faith, and I've asked several to come and share their stories during worship," said pastor Cathy Christman. "A few weeks ago, three men, Jim Reed, Rick Rodriguez and Joe Andrews played for the residents out at Thomapple Manor. This was our regular worship time for the residents. It was a won­ derful experience, with over 20 residents singing the old hymns, clapping along with the beat and even one of the nurses joined in the playing toward the end of the after­ noon," said Christman. "These three men came to me and said we would love to do this in church. Thus, the idea came to fruition." Andrews, a member of the Michigan Fiddler's Hall of Fame, has played with Rodriguez in the past during worship. This will be the first service for the three of them to showcase their gifts, together. During the service, there will also be a special recogni­ tion for NUMC’s parish nurse, Carole Garlinger, who recently graduated from Parish Nursing School and is excited about getting a parish nursing program started in the congregation. Garlinger also is involved at the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope and is currently prepar­ ing to serve as a camp nurse for a week at a church camp in Pentwater. Wii, other spring break events set at Putnam Library In addition to the enter­ tainment found on book­ shelves, Putnam District Library in Nashville announces several spring break events for Maple Valley students to enjoy while away from school. At 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 8, elementary-age children and their parents are invited to Teddy Bear Tuesday, The evening’s stories and activi­ ties will involve teddy bears. Children are encouraged to wear their pajamas and bring their favorite stuffed bear. From 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 9, the library welcomes students in grades six through 12 to play the popular Nintendo Wii gaming system. Three con­ soles will be set up; two will feature Wii sports and one will feature Guitar Hero: Legends of Rock III. Registration is required. Students may sign up in pairs for one hour of play time. Those playing must have a Putnam District Library card and be in good standing. All Maple Valley area teens are welcome to open a library account; however, those 17 and under will need a parent with them when they sign up. At 11 a.m. Friday, April 11, story time will take place in the children’s room. On Feline Friday, all of the activities and stories will focus on cats and kittens. Elementary-age children and their parents are invited to attend. Putnam District Library serves the village of Nashville as well as Assyria, VERMONTVILLE MAPLE SYRUP FESTIVAL APRIL 25 6:00 PM THRU APRIL 27 FLEAMARKET Application for Vendors available. Send self addressed stamped envelope to: Lydia McCauley 5481 Brown Road * Vermontville, Ml 49096 Athletic Boosters reverse raffle tickets still available There is still time to buy tickets for the Maple Valley Athletic Boosters’ reverse raffle. Only 250 tickets are being sold, at $100 apiece. Eighteen winning tickets will be drawn at the event hosted by the Mulberry Gardens Banquet Facility in Nashville Saturday, April 19. The grand prize this year is $5,000. The 249th ticket drawn will earn its holder $1,000. Prizes range from those amounts to $100 for the first and 50th tickets pulled. If 250 tickets are not sold, the drawing will revert to a 50-50 raffle with a ihinimum prize of $3,500 awarded. On April 19, registration will begin at 5 p.m. A buffet dinner will start a 6 p.m. The drawing will follow at 7 p.m. Ticket holders need not be present to win. See any athletic booster member for tickets, or use the order form in this edition of The Maple Valley News and mail a payment, along with name, address and phone number to Tai Gearhart, 825 S. Hanover St., Hastings, MI, 49058. Tickets will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis. Castleton and Maple Grove townships. Visitors are always wel­ come. The library is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday and Wednesdays; 3 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays; and 9 a.m. to noon Saturdays. PH 517-543-1740 Days 517-726-0633 Evenings lydlamccauley@russellschrader.com Location: Vermontville United Methodist Church Lawn - Outside Only - 10x10 Booth $60.00 TALENT SHOW Friday Evening 6:00 PM Downtown Three Divisions 7 & under 8-17 years 18 & over Prizes for all age groups Call for an application Don Rasey 517-726-1077 Applications also available @ vermontvillemaplesyrupfestival.com Make Your Appointments^ NOW! Prom Special Mini Pedicure, £▼ f f* flfl Manicure & Up-Do ....... Call and schedule your appointment today with Erika or Tawni THE NEW IMAGE 101 N. Main Street - Woodland 269-367-4528 or Toll Free 1 -800-688-8118 _^ �Just Sa/ *As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, April 5, 2008 — Page 6 Commission bcUTlf COUfilU on Aging Schedule of Events Helen May Boger MIDDLEVILLE - Helen May Boger, age 81, passed away Wednesday. February 27. 2008 at Carveth Village in Middleville. Helen was born May 1. 1926 in Ada. the daughter of David B. and Florence (VanderMeer) Dennis. She graduated from Reed City High School in 1944. Her first husband Ray E. Wing passed away in 1971. She later married the Rev. Paul L. Boger, which gave her many duties as a pastor's wife. Rev. Boger passed away in 2001. She was preceded in death by her parents; her two hus­ bands; a on, Gordon B. Wing and a step-son, Jacob Boger. She is survived by her sons, James Wing and Thomas Wing; grandchil­ dren, Gillian Wing, Scott Wing; step-children. Ruby Harwood, John Boger, Naomi Pauley; 12 grandchil­ dren; 34 great grandchildren; and eight great great grand­ children. A private family burial was held at Grandville Cemetery. A memorial service will be held Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 11 a.m. at the Vermontville Bible Church. Memorials can be made to Barry Community Hospice, 450 Meadow Run Dr., Hastings, MI 49058. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. You may leave a message or memory to the family at (girrbachfuneralhome.net). group leaders at Nashville Baptist Church and later enjoyed the fellowship of Vermontville Bible Church. Ao-Wa-Kiya was the scene of much summer fun as Merton taught kids to water ski and Hazel helped in the kitchen. They were also both members of the Gideons International, Hastings Camp. Merton preceded her in death in December of 2000. Hazel loved to bowl and roller skate as a young woman. Her biggest love was crocheting and making chocolate no-bake cookies. Wherever she went, she handed out Gideon New Testaments in the hope of Rabbit Frys are back at... jp WOODLAND TOWN HOOSE J|> introducing someone to the Savior she loved so much. She is a much beloved Mom, Grandmother and Great-Grandmother and her entire family looks forward to a great reunion with her someday. She was preceded in death by her husband, Merton, and her mother, Daisy Mae Bresee. She is survived by one daughter, Marilyn (Larry) Bush; five grandchildren, Lawrence Timothy (Lisa A.) Bush, Lisa Dawn (Dave) Bowers. Lee Thomas (Lisa M.) Bush, Lori Bauer, and Lynn (Andrew) Buikema; 19 great-grandchildren. The funeral will take place on Wednesday, April 9,2008 at Vermontville Bible Church beginning with view­ ing at 11 a. tn.; the funeral at 1 p.m. Interrment will take place al Maple Grove Cemetary. All-You-Can-Eat • Unlimited Salad Bar ] l April 9th 137 N. Main, Woodland*269-367-4690 Now Scheduling Appointments We Specialize in: • Individual Taxes MAPLEWVALLEY • Farm Taxes Accounting and Tax, LLC • Small Business Taxes Jill Vanderhoef, Enrolled Agent 8870 Valley Hwy., Vermontville, MI 517-852-1500 -U-F-l *lOur 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 . M 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville 06663365________________________ Wednesday, April 9 Ham, sweet potatoes, stewed tomatoes, orange, wheat bread. Thursday, April 10 Sweet and sour meatballs, rice, green peas, cauliflower, diced peaches. c Cold Menu Monday, April 7 Chicken thigh, corn O’Brien, mandarin oranges, wheat bread. Tuesday, April 8 Cottage cheese, garbanzo bean salad, tropical fruit, com muffin. Wednesday, April 9 Pea and peanut salad, mari­ nated vegetables, spiced apples, wheat bread. Thursday, April 10 Turkey and bean salad, com O’Brien, pineapple tidbits. Friday, April 11 Roast beef with cheese, broccoli raisin salad, diced peaches, wheat bread. Activities Calendar Monday, April 7: Hastings - April Birthday Party; Crafts 10:30 a.m.; Watercolor 1 p.m.; Card Making 12:30 p.m.; Nashville 5 10:30 a.m. H,W,N Reminiscence. Tuesday, ; Rabbit & Chicken* loo^zo Tuesday, April 8 Chicken breast with gravy, parslied potatoes, Calif, blend vegetables, orange juice, whole wheat bread. Friday, April 11 । Second Wednesday of each month I Macaroni and cheese, com. carrots, apple juice. Baked chicken. Redskin potatoes, asparagus, banana, wheat bread. Hazel Eunice Tobias Hazel Eunice Tobias went home to be with her Lord on April 1,2008. She was bom July 20, 1917, in Parma, to Daisy Mae and Frank Wheaton. She attended and graduat­ ed from Battle Central High School and went to work at the Post Tavern Motor Inn, where she met Merton Tobias Jr. They were married in March of 1946. Merton worked at Battle Creek Packaging Machines Corp, and Hazel worked at Eaton Manufacturing Company for many years. In 1950, they bought a farm in rural Nashville, where they farmed while continuing to work in Battle Creek. They were youth Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Hearty Menu Monday, April 7 . anes & Fami’y Owner/Manager • Bookkeeping April Nashville firefighters host annual pancake breakfast Nashville firefighters serve up hot pancakes fresh from the griddle during their annual pancake breakfast fundraiser. Firefighters from the Castleton-Maple grove­ Nashville Fire department served more than 500 people during its annual two-day Fireman’s Pancake Breakfast. The annual event is the department’s largest fundraiser of the year. Proceeds are used to buy new equipment and supplies. Wilson’s Sugar Bush donated maple syrup, Kent Oil Company donated LP gas for the grid­ dles and Moo-ville Creamery donated milk to help make the event successful. WANTED!! 5th or 6th Graders who are interested in carrying banners in the Grand Parade on Saturday, April 26th during the Maple Syrup Festival, call number below. Also, we are looking for people in the Vermontville/Nashville area that have family members who are actively serv­ ing in any branch of the military service. If this sounds like you and you’d like to support them with a sign made by your family to walk with the color guard in the Grand Parade, please contact Dina Miller at... g 269-838-0960 8: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Beg Line Dance Noon; Bible Study 12:30 p.m. GL Cards 10:30 a.m.; Paws with a Cause 1 p.m. Wednesday, April 9: Hastings Nails; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m.; Low Vision Support 1:30 p.m. Delton Reminiscence. Thursday, April 10: Hastings - Line Dancing 9;30 a.m.; Beg Line Dance noon. Delton Puzzles/ Trivia. Friday, April 11: Hastings - Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m.; Model Railroad noon; Mixed Media Painting 9:30 a.m. ; Spaghetti Supper 5-7 p.m. Woodland - Visiting. Tuesday till April 15 11:30 a.m.-l p.m. Tuesday appoint­ ments for state and federal taxes now available for those 60 years of age and older. COMING SOON TO OUR AREA peas In a Pod preschool* Child Care s *• Opening September 2008* • Offering 3 different preschool classes: • Mon/Wed/Frl a.m. 9:00-11:30 for 4-year olds • Tues/Thurs a.m. 9:00-11:30 for 2-1/2 to 3-year olds • Tues/Thurs p.m. 12:30-3:00 for mixed 3 + 4-year olds Please call 517-852-9558 for sign up or for more information Dependable, damage-free p Lockouts • Tire Service • Accident Recovery & Off-Road 945-0191 JffDobbin Jeff Dbbi or Chris Chi VanZalen VZl DOBBIN'S IEFF DOBBIN S ** ****_"' r*-' AUTO SERVICE, INC. Owner, Jeff Dobbin, ASF Master Technician over 20 years experience Hansbarqe Heating & Air Conditioning LICENSED INSURED Ven t lonLvIlle, Ml COLE HANSBARGER owner RUUD Featuring Ruud Bas Furnaces and Air Conditioners. Full Line of Indoor Air Quality Products • FREE Estimates �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, April 5,2008 — Page 7 Syrup Queen, continued from page 1 little and I got attached. Plus, she was too young to sell after the fair, so now she’s 4 years old," said Platte. "I’m really a big animal lover. We have five dogs, all Labs, except for one golden retriever and a Weimaraner mix named Scooby." Platte said that no matter what she does, she most of all enjoys spending time with her family and friends. When she’s not mud bog­ ging, riding go-carts, hunting, swimming, riding horses, or hanging out with her friends, Platte volunteers with Big Brothers/Big Sisters and works as a hostess at Big Boy in Charlotte. Despite her busy schedule Platte made sure she took time to help Merle and Marlene Martin gather sap and make maple syrup this year, just as she has every year. "I help the Martins tap trees and collect syrup all around my neighborhood. I help with drilling the holes and putting in the taps and hanging buck­ ets on the trees. I usually help Merle fill the syrup contain­ ers," she said. "I enjoy helping the two of them." 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"My birthday is April 30, and a lot of times it has fallen during the festival like it did last year," she said. "I love going to the festival; it is the highlight of the year for me. It’s fun to hang out with my friends outside of school... and I love to ride the rides. There is nothing I would rather Jerry Reese, Realtor - ABR Home 517-852-5066 Platte was homecoming do than ride roller coaster rides on my birthday." Platte said she also is enjoy­ ing working with the young girls who are preparing for the Little Miss Syrup Princess pageant, "They are so adorable," she said. Platte said she plans to share her enjoyment of the sugaring process and maple products by attending as many parades and festivals as she can during her reign as the 2008 syrup festival queen. The Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival will be held Friday, April 25, to Sunday, April 27. 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NEW LISTING: LOCATED IN NASHVILLE ON ALMOST 2 ACRES Three bedrooms, 1-1/2 baths, for­ mal dining room, large covered deck and patio, 3 car garage plus extra garage for lawn and garden tools. Lots of elbow room for outside recration and gardening. Call homer for, more info. Appliances included. (N-40) A We reserve the right to limited quantities and correct printing errors. None sold to dealers or minors. Some items not always as pictured. Nashville IGA Express Accepts: Mon. -Thur. 6a M-IOph ; Sat. 7a M-Midnight; Sun. 9a m-IOp M Bridge Cards g �Just Say "As Advertised m the Mapte Valley News' Saturday. April 5, 2008 — Page 8 From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Veteran’s final wishes lose to bingo was time for Bingo! The ladies did a very nice lunch­ eon at the church hall, although Bug wanted his luncheon at his beloved V.F.W. Perhaps they should take down the V.F.W. “Veterans of Foreign Wars” sign and change it to the V.F.B.H. (very fine bingo hall). James (Pat) Maurer, Lake Odessa Bug was proud of his service to his country and being a member of the V.F.W. Years before he became sick he made his funeral arrangements. He also made arrangements for the lunch­ eon afterwards, to be held at the V.F.W. Hall. When Bug died last week, his son Don was told they couldn’t have the luncheon at the V.F.W. Hall because that To the editor: Gertrude and Lawrence Maurer raised 12 children in the Nashville area Six of the sons served in the U.S. Armed Forces, four of them in World War II. All four of the sons in World War II were blessed and came home. Dale and Bug both went in on Omaha Beach. Both were members of the V.F.W. Post in Nashville. Maple Valley CLASSIFIEDS CALL... The Maple Valley News (269) 945-9554 Business Services Mobile Homes Farm FOR SALE: 1990 Fairmont mobile home. 14x70, 2 bed­ rooms, 1 bath, appliances in­ cluded. Excellent condition, $4,000. Call 517-663-7065 leave message. 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FOR T1CKETSIINFORMATION TICKET PRICE INCLUDES A 1-YEAR QDMA CONTACT: Chuck Elliston Brian Elliston Joel Malcuit Jim Strader Dick Seehase 616-813-2793 517-541-0191 517-726-0025 517-930-2586 517-202-0488 MEMBERSHIP OR RENEWAL individual: $45 (in advance) / $50 (at door) Married Couple: $65 (in advance) / $70 (at door) Children (15 and under): $15 Only one membership for a married couple; no membership for children 06670023 Cut 4 MAil to: QDMA, 6782 Allegan Rd., Vermontville, MI 49096 Please send me____ Banquet Tickets Name__ ____ $45 individual $50 (at door) ____ $65 married Couple $70 (at door) Address City ____ $15 Child (15 and under) Phone tate Email Zip Lion teams score at least 100 points in wins at Leslie Maple Valley’s varsity track and field teams both piled up triple digit points in wins over Leslie last Monday. The Lion ladies scored a 101-30 victory, taking first place in 13 of the 17 events. Lauren Pierce, Dani Christensen, and Lizzy Stewart each won two indi­ vidual events, and teamed up with Pantera Rider to win the 1600-meter relay in 4 min­ utes 50.9 seconds. Pierce took the long jump at 16 feet, and the 200-meter dash in 29.2 seconds. Christensen won the 100meter hurdles in 16-7 and the 300 hurdles in 52.8. Stewart was the 100 champ in 13.04, and won the 400 in 1:04.91. Randi Vinson was the 800-meter champion for the Lions, finishing in 2:47. The other individual Lion victo­ ries came in the field, where Stacey Fassett won the pole vault at 9-0, Brittanie Brady took the shot put at 30-1.25, and Ashley Gonser the dis­ cus at 93-6. The team of Rider, Vinson, Leslee Rigelman, and Lauren Trumble won the 3200-meter relay in 11:16. Maple Valley’s Erin Shoemaker, Catara Briggs, Shawndenae Rost, and Mallorie Densmore took the 400-meter relay in 58.8. Maple Valley’s boys beat the Blackhawks 100-39 Monday. The Lion boys won 14 events, including a sweep on the track. Nick Thurlby won all four of his events, taking the 1 IO­ meter hurdles in 15.06, the 300 hurdles in 41.25, and winning with two relay teams. Thurlby teamed with Jeff Burd, Charles Wymer, and Justin Kennedy to win the 800-meter relay in 1:36.44. The team of Thurlby, Burd, Wymer, and Rob Morehouse took the 1600-meter relay in 3:46. Brad Laverty and Wymer both matched Thurlby in winning two individual events. Laverty took the 3200 in 11:02 and the 1600 in 4:56. Wymer won the 100 in 10.72 and the 200 in 24.06. Laverty also teamed up with Courtney, Zac Eddy, Vermontville United Methodist men to hold breakfast fundraiser The community is invited to enjoy breakfast from 7 to 10 a.m. Saturday, April 12, at Vermontville United Methodist Church, at 108 N. Main St., and help support the Albright Christian Youth Camp. The men of Vermontville UMC will provide pancakes, sausage links, eggs (any style), Texas toast, biscuits and gravy, orange juice, milk, coffee, and water. Donations will be accepted to provide arts and crafts and other supplies, for the camp. and Morehouse to win the 3200-meter relay in 9:12.91. In the 400-meter relay, Hall, Kennedy, Morehouse, and Vaughan took first in 46.9. Hall won the 400 in 57.22, and Morehouse the 800 in 2:14.91. In the field events, the only two Lion victories came as Kaleb Root took the pole vault at 12-6 and Dusty Cowell the shot put at 37-8. The Maple Valley girls followed up that win by tak­ ing first at the three-team meet hosted by Stockbridge Wednesday. The Lion ladies scored 89 points, to top Stockbridge which finished with 46 and Fowlerville with 40. Pierce won the long jump at 15-5.5 and the 200 in 28.4 Christensen won the 100 hurdles in 16.03 and the 300 hurdles in 50.2. Stewart was the 100 champ in 13.53, and won the 400 in 1:05.80. Those three teamed up with Densmore to win the 800-meter relay in 1:50.1 and the 400-meter relay in 52.56. Gonser took the Lions’ only other win, throwing the discus 98-5. The Maple Valley boys saw some tough competition from Fowlerville but edged the Gladiators 89 to 79 Wednesday, and also beat Stockbridge which finished with 7 points. The Lions won 11 of the 17 events. In the field, Root won the pole vault at 13-6 and Ryan Schroder won the high jump at 5-4. Wymer took the JOO in 11.5 and the 200 in 23.66. Thurlby won the 110 hurdles in 16.2 and the 300 hurdles in 41.1. The Lions’ JeffBurd took the 800 in 2:04.3. In the 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. Richard Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY VERMONTVILLE Now accepting MasterCard & Visa 3200, Brad Laverty won in 10:33. The Lions also took three of the four relays, with Thurlby, Kennedy, Burd, and Wymer taking the 800-meter relay in 1:34.7, Kennedy, Brown, Vaughan, and Morehouse winning the 400 relay in 46.4, and Wymer, Morehouse, Thurlby, and Burd winning the 1600 in 3:30.2. 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: Jacqueline Blankenship and Bruce E. Blankenship, Husband and Wife to Mortgage Electronic Registration System, Inc., solely as nominee for Access Mortgage and Financial, Mortgagee, dated May 14, 2003 and recorded May 20,2003 in Instrument # 1104772 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was subsequently assigned to: Household Finance Corporation III, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of SixtyThree Thousand Three Hundred Ninety Dollars and Forty-Four Cents ($63,390.44) including interest 14.125% perr 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, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on May 8,2008. Said premises are situat­ ed in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan,, and are described as: Part of Section 9, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, described as: commencing at the South one-quarter corner of said section; thence North 03 degrees 06 minutes 51 seconds East along the North and South onequarter line 1615.20 feet to the point of beginning; thence contin­ uing North 03 degrees 06 min­ utes 51 seconds East along the North and South one-quarter line 413.46 feet; thence South 84 degrees 26 minutes 46 seconds East 160.62 feet; thence North 78 degrees 36 minutes 03 seconds East 84.89 feet; thence South 04 degrees 57 minutes 23 seconds West 117.72 feet; thence South 88 degrees 09 minutes 21 sec­ onds East 70.84; thence South 19 degrees 28 minutes 04 sec­ onds East 18.89 feet; thence South 03 degrees 06 minutes 51 seconds West parallel with said North and South one-quarter line 278.02 feet; thence North 89 degrees 50 minutes 11 seconds West 317.37 feet to the point of beginning. Commonly known as 5657 Wilkins Road, Hastings Ml 49058 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later. Dated: APRIL 2, 2008 Household Finance Corporation III Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 08-90506 ASAP# 2729253 04/05/2008, 04/12/2008, 04/19/2008, 04/26/2008 06669950 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, April 5, 2008 — Page 9 SPRING BRUSH CLEAN UP The Village of Nashville will be picking up brush every Monday in April. Please place any brush, leaves, or limbs that you want picked up next to the curb by Monday morning. Nashville DPW VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE RESIDENTS BRUSH AND LEAF PICKUP > ‘k **'!,*> Will begin April 7th and end April 21st Please have your leaves and brush at the curb­ side and in separate piles. There is a $5,00 Z fgLcharge per month put on your water bill V- y°“ >iave a pick up. jflWn 5m^06670052 _ _ 8’?^! ^HewAnsJ HewAnsJ Village of Vermontville Ordinance No. 08-01 » kH| THE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE HEREBY ORDAINS: AN ORDI­ NANCE TO AMEND ARTICLE ONE, UTILITIES AND INFRASTRUC­ TURE, CHAPTER 2, SECTION 2.9 VILLAGE WASTEWATER SYS­ TEM ORDINANCE BY THE ADDITION OF THE FOLLOWING LANGUAGE: ARTICLE ONE-UTILITIES AND INFRASTRUCTURE * ****w*i **wi CHAPTER 2 - VILLAGE WASTEWATER SYSTEM fctai ca 2.9 SECTION 9 fa pKiRdlk ” iMWititai J. MAINTENANCE OF SERVICES. The owner ofproperly into which Sewer is connected to by a service pipe will be required to install and maintain in perfect order, at his own expense, the said service pipe from the village right ofway to his premises, including all fixtures therein provided for removing or carry­ ing sewerage away. In case such service and fixtures are not so kept in repair, the Village of Vermontville may file complaint with the County Health Department for condemnation of said premises. Any expenses incurred in this process shall be paid by the property owner. . ir|ta|iWir^ lih liuM^ttsasu Presented to the Village Council on March 6,2008 for the first read­ ing; i dit ^’rttsmkw' WfttleiiK,; ™ Mad Wt® #Str>life Wtfisadfete: iM edinW?iHtft8rj Hh M W "1« , , MsMiiMnl fiM M£uw;ilt irt M^mtisc jjff.iwtWira I* 06 titiiK 51 wcrtJs Eist III tafelMMl* lw (QrtffltetilMWil1 (QrtffltetilMWil1 LutilljjwjWi* ^NrtHW8^ Public hearing held April 3,2008 Second reading April 3,2008 Motion to approve Jason Sheridan, seconded by Mark Jorgensen. Ayes: Abe French, Garry Patrick, Mark Jorgensen, Jason Sheridan, Sue Villanueva, Tom Williams & Doug Kelsey. Nays: None. This ordinance amendment is approved on April 3,2008. This ordinance amendment will become effective immediately upon publication in the local newspaper. oseroiu l|A *^**2 a&wn®** jgss fjgesss Uf datees es® fl"*sL es® fl"* L !,»•’** Official Notice There will be Public Meetings held on April 8 and April 17, at 7 p.m. in the Conference Center at Pennock Hospital for anyone interested in learning more about the expansion of Pennock Hospital. Sfe! . . <’$z h£; Discussion will include the major themes that influenced the Pennock Board of Trustees’ decision for the Hospital’s expansion: quality of service, parking, single rooms for patients, additional ser­ vices, financial viability, and the ability of the Hospital to remain competitive. Pennock HEALTH SERVICES 1009 W. Green St. • Hastings z z z z 06669915 LEGAL NOTICE 06669600 S !$S fc* sc Volleyball skills clinics will be held after break 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: Paul T. Boyer & Carol E. Boyer, Husband and Wife, As Joint Tenants to Homeowners Loan Corporation, Mortgagee, dated October 5, 2000 and recorded October 31, 2000 in Instrument #1051394 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was subsequently assigned through mesne assign­ ments to: Household Finance Corporation III, on which mort­ gage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Seven Thousand Eight Hundred Fifty-Six Dollars and Forty-Six Cents ($77,856.46) including interest 10.2% 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, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on May 8, 2008. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at the Southwest Corner of Section 19, Town 2 North, Range 9 West; Thence North 0 degrees 19 min­ utes 51 seconds East along the West Section Line 198 feet; thence South 88 degrees 24 min­ utes 12 seconds East, 472.91 feet; thence South 0 degrees 41 minutes 54 seconds West parallel to the East line of the Southwest quarter of the Southwest quarter of the Southwest quarter of said section 198 feet to the South sec­ tion line; thence North 88 degrees 24 minutes 5 seconds West along said South line; 471.62 feet to the place of begin­ ning. Subject to rights of the pub­ lic over that part as used for road purposes on Miller and Rose Roads and any easements of record. Also subject to rights-ofway easements. Mobile/ Manufactured Home Description 1992 64x28 Redman Serial #11240119 Borrower declares that the above described Mobile Home will remain permanently affixed to the property and will be treated as a fixture. Borrower also declares that the wheels, axles and hitches have been removed and that the mobile home is connected to the utilities. Borrower and lender intend that the Mobile Home lose its nature as personal property and become real property. In addition, Borrower declares that the Mobile Home has been assessed as real property for AD Valorem Taxes. Lender will reserve an interest in the Mobile Home both under the real property laws and the laws relating to Motor Vehicles and personal property. Commonly known as 6950 Rose Road, Delton Ml 49046 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless deter­ mined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later. Dated: APRIL 1, 2008 Household Finance Corporation III; Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 08-90505 ASAP# 2729453 04/05/2008, 04/12/2008, 04/19/2008, 04/26/2008 06669955 As the high school athletes begin to move their sporting events out of doors, Maple Valley varsity volleyball coach Bill Brenton is ready to move inside. Maple Valley youth vol­ leyball skills clinics, led by Brenton, will being on Tuesday, April 15. Clinics will be held each Tuesday and Thursday from then on through May 1. The clinics are set up to introduce the skills ofvolley­ ball to the young athletes of the Maple Valley school dis­ trict. The clinics for those in fifth grade and younger will run from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. each day. The clinics for sixth graders will be held from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Call anytime lor Maple Valley News classified ads,. 269-945-9554 NOTICE Village of Vermontville These addresses have long outstanding Water/Sewer Bills 222 E. Main 176 W. Forest 880 Linden 230 N. Main 151S. Main 237 S. Main . 158 Walnut 321W Main Ifthese bills are not paid by April 30,2008, they will become liens on the properties and will be added to the 2008 Thx Roll. Shirley Harmon Vermontville Village Clerk NOTICE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE HYDRANT FLUSHING Beginning April 14th the Village DPW will be flushing hydrants, 9am to 3pm and will finish up on April 16th. 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 SIDEWALK OBSTRUCTION ORDINANCE # 3-27-2008 It was moved by Kenyon and supported by Coll that the following ordinance for the Village ofNashville be adopted. AN ORDINANCE TO PROVIDE FOR THE REMOVAL OF SNOW, ICE, FILTH, OBSTRUCTIONS OR NUI­ SANCES FROM THE SIDEWALKS OF THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE. The Village ofNashville ordains as follows: SECTION 1. REMOVAL OF SIDEWALK OBSTRUCTION: No person occupying said premises, and no person owning any unoccupied premises shall fail to keep side­ walks clear of obstructions, snow, ice, filth or any nuisance on property occupied by or owned by him. SECTION 2. DUTY OF OCCUPANT OR OWNER: It shall be the duty ofthe occupant of every premises and the owner of unoccupied premises within the city, to remove all obstructions, snow, ice, filth or any nuisance by lawful means within 24 hours ofthe event causing the obstruction, snow, ice, filth, or other nuisance. In the case of a prolonged snow or ice event, snow/ice will be removed within 24 hours of cessation ofthe snow/ice fall. SECTIONS. WHEN VILLAGE TO DO WORK: Ifprovisions of Section 1 and 2 are not complied with the Village President or the Village Clerk or either of their duly authorized representatives, shall notify the occupant, or owner ofunoccupied premises, to com­ ply with the provisions of said sections within a time to be specified in said notice, which notice shall be given as follows; either a) by delivering to the owner or occupant of said property either personally or by leaving it at his residence, office or place of business with some person of suitable age and discretion; b) by mailing said notice by certified mail to such owner at his last known address; or c) ifthe owner is unknown and the premises are unoccupied the posting of said notice in some conspicuous place on the premises for five days. If said notice is not complied with, within the specified time therein, the Village shall cause such obstruc­ tion, snow, ice, filth, or other nuisance to be removed or destroyed and the actual cost ofthe removal plus 15% for inspection and other costs in connection therewith, shall be levied upon the property as a special assessment, and collected as other special assessments levied in the Village. SECTION 4. SEVERABILITY The provisions ofthis Ordinance are hereby declared to be severable and should any provision, section or part thereofbe declared invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competentjurisdiction, such decision shall only affect the particular provision, section or part thereof involved in such decision and shall not affect or invalidate the remainder of such ordinance which shall continue in full force and effect. SECTION 5. EFFECTIVE DATE This Ordinance shall become effective within 21 days from the date of its passing. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith, including Ordinance #27 Sidewalk Obstruction dated 6-12-1911, are hereby repealed. This Ordinance was adopted on 3-27-08. Frank Dunham, Village President Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk CERTIFICATION I, Cathy Lentz, hereby certify the foregoing to be a true copy of an Ordinance adopted at a regular meeting of the Village Council ofthe Village ofNashville held on 3-27-08, held pursuant to the required statutory' procedures and notice. Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk Adopted 3-27-08 Published 4-5-08 Effective 4-17-08 06670030 �Just Say 'As Advertised in the Mapte Valley News' Saturday April 5 2008 — Page 10 Boys look to defend KVA crown Six state qualifiers return for Maple Valley girls’ track by Brett Bremer Sports Editor by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The teams that finished tied for second place in the Kalamazoo Valley Association girls' track and field standings last spring, behind Parchment, aren't getting loo excited yet about their chances to overtake the Panthers, “It should be a four team race in the KVA, with last year's champion Parchment being the favorite and Delton being a strong contender, and Olivet and us looking to be able to compete with them," said Maple Valley head coach Gary Hamilton, who's entering his 25th season leading the Lion ladies. Maple Valley was tied for second in the league last sea­ son with Delton Kellogg, but the Delton coach thinks the lion girls' team has a good chance to do more than just compete this year. “Every year we aim to compete for a league title," DK head coach Jim Gibson said. “Because of our weak­ nesses and Maple Valley being so strong, everything will need to fall in to place for us to have a realistic chance of a league title." The Lions sent eight ath­ letes in seven different events to the Division 3 state finals a year ago, and six of Lauren Pierce those eight are back includ­ ing state medallists Dani Christensen and Stacey Fassett. They both won regional championships a year ago, Christensen in the 300-meter hurdles and Fassett in the pole vault. Christensen also qualified for the state finals in the 100meter hurdles and with the Lion 800-meter relay team which also sees Lizzy Stewart return. The Lions also had a state qualifying 400-meter relay team a year ago, which included Stewart and fellow returnees Lauren EATON FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK 109 S. Main St., Nashville 852-1830 FURNITURE STRIPPING By Elaine and Stuart Stuart Southworth, Owner 538 Sherman, Nashville Pierce and Mallorie Densmore. Joining Fassett in the field at the state finals a year ago was Ashley Gonser, who is back for her senior season of throwing. Other returnees for the Lions include seniors Brittanie Brady, Britiney Stambaugh, and Randi Vinson, junior Erin Shoemaker, and sophomores, Catara Briggs, Amanda Erwin, Kaytlin Furlong, Jennifer Kent, Leslee Rigelman, Shawndenae Rost, Kayla Shaw, and Lauren Trumble. That list includes experi­ enced throwers, high jumpers, pole vaulters, sprinters, distance runners. “We have no glaring weakness in any event,” said Hamilton. First-year varsity athletes looking to make their mark include senior Dorothea Sawan, and freshmen Bryanna Clow, Brittany Fender, Kamey Gibbs, Karlee Mater, Pantera Rider, Tiffany Ryan, and Megan Shoemaker. The Lions will start their race for a league crown when they host Olivet April 22. Before then, the Lions have a trip to Lakewood planned for April 15 and a trip to Portland planned for April 19. MAPLE VALLEY REAL ESTATE KENT OIL & PROPANE Rob Morehouse (right) and Dustin Houghton ago by Charles Wymer and Kaleb Root, who are both back for their senior season this spring. Wymer helped a pair of Lion sprint relay teams to the finals, and Root qualified in the pole vault. Lincoln said, “Nick Thurlby looks great so far this spring. Charles Wymer is in great shape this year and should be a real force in the sprints. -Kaleb Root is jump­ ing extremely well.” In the middle distance races, the Lions returns Rob Morehouse, Dustin Houghton, and Zac Eddy. Junior Dusty Cowell also returns to lead what will be a young group of Lion throw­ ers. Call anytime for your ad in the Manio Valley News classified ads 269-945-9554 HASTINGS CITY BANK SUGAR HUT CAFE 174 S. Main, Vermontville Nashville 277 N. Main, Nashville 310 N. Main, Nashville 852-9210 852-1915 852-0790 726-0975 SHIRLEY’S CHUCK WAGON CAFE CITIZENS L.L.C. CO. CARL’S SUPER MARKET, INC. 999 Reed Street, Nashville M-66 at Village Limits, I ES In its first season in the Kalamazoo Valley Association (KVA) the Maple Valley varsity boys’ track and field team set the bar right where it wanted it, at the top. The Lions took the KVA championship a year ago, and look to defend that crown this spring. “This is a very hard work­ ing group,” said Lion head coach Brian Lincoln. “They set a high standard last year, and are looking to keep it going." Maple Valley was 10-0 in duals last season, including 7-0 in the league. This sea­ son Lincoln said he expects his team’s toughest competi­ tion in the league to come from Pennfield, with Delton Kellogg and Hackett Catholic Central not far behind. “I think the league is going to be a great four-team race,” Lincoln said. “I believe any of the four of us have a great chance to win.” Maple Valley’s chances of winning are strong thanks to a great group of junior and senior returnees. That group is led by junior Nick Thurlby, who was the KVA champion a year ago in the 110-meter high hurdles, the 300-meter hurdles, and in the long jump. Thurlby was joined at the Division 3 state finals a year Jeff Burd should help fill the holes left by graduation on the Lion sprint relay teams, and be strong in the 800. He was a state qualifier as a freshman before trying baseball last spring. 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Main St., Nashville 852-9446 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, April 5,2008 — Page 11 Lion girls’ soccer team looks Senior led Lion baseball for continuous improvement team looking to improve by Brett Bremer Sports Editor by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Maple Valley’s varsity girls’ soccer team enters the 2008 season with the same goal it enters each season with, to get better. The Lions won three games a year ago, and will see if they can better that when the season gets under­ way. There is some experience returning to the midfield this season for the Lions, in sen­ ior Sara Ellison and sopho­ more Alicia White. They’ll be the leaders of the team as it looks to improve. It will be tough for the Lions to get offthe bottom of the Kalamazoo Valley Association standings though this season. Kalamazoo Christian and Hackett Catholic Central should lead the league once again, with a handful ofother teams including Delton Kellogg and Parchment bat­ tling it out for the third spot. The Comets were the Division 4 state champions a year ago, knocking off Ann Arbor Greenhills 4-0 in the state finals. The Lions' Kost on the defending state champions on April 28. The KVA sea­ son begins for Maple Valley with a trip to Parchment on April 16. Maple Valley is scheduled Sarah Ellison to take the field at Lakewood on Monday April 14. The first home contest on the slate for Maple Valley is against Olivet April 23. Boys’ golf team led by three returning seniors this spring by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Maple Valley varsity boys’ golf team finished sixth in its first season in the Kalamazoo Valley Association in the fall of 2006, and moving up from there will be tough this spring. The Lions have three returnees from that team in seniors Kory Starks, Barry Roscoe, and Ethan Griswold. Behind those three though, the Lions lack depth and experience. Maple Valley opened its season at the Delton Kellogg Invitational at Mullenhurst Golf Course on Wednesday, and placed seventh in the seven-team field. The Lions fired a 423, without Starks or Griswold in the line-up. Roscoe led the team with a 91, but he was the only one to break the 100-stroke barrier. Hutch Joppie fired a 108, Nathan The Lions found things tough in their first season in the Kalamazoo Valley Association last spring. The league saw three var­ sity baseball teams, Kalamazoo Christian, Parchment, and Olivet go on to win district champi­ onships after the regular sea­ son. The Comets reached the state semifinals in Division 3. Maple Valley will see two of those teams in the same week on its home diamond in Vermontville, as the Olivet Eagles visit on April 28 and the Comets come to town May 1. After a handful of cancel­ lations to open the season, the Lions should be able to finally play their first games when they return from spring break. They are slated to visit Portland St. Patrick on April 14, and then start the KVA season the following after­ noon at Parchment. Lion head coach Bryan Carpenter, who’s entering his seventh season leading the program, hopes-to have his senior led team ready by then. Back for the Lions are senior Deven Meade, James Chris Caldwell Cramer, Jared Smith, Chris Caldwell, juniors Kyle Fisher and Michael Paisley, and sophomore Kyle Bums. Meade, Fisher, Smith, Caldwell, Paisley, and Burns, along with junior Ryan Brooke make up a pitching staff that Carpenter says “can throw strikes”. If they can turn those strikes into ground balls, the Lions have a wealth of depth in the infield that should be able to make plays. Who handles the staff from behind the plate is still up in the air, with Cramer and Caldwell both taking turns behind the mask at this point. A couple of other key additions to the squad include junior second base­ man Cody Cruttenden and junior third baseman Chuck Davis. Maple Valley went 9-20 a season ago, but are looking to get that record up to the .500 mark this spring by improving throughout the year. Carpenter said he would like to see his team “play a role in deciding the league champion.” The Lions will be home for the first time when they host their own Maple Valley Invitational April 19. Lion softball squad has a new leader by Brett Bremer Sports Editor New Maple Valley varsity softball coach Mary Lesage spent several years coaching the Grand Rapids Blaze travel team after coaching for ten seasons in South Carolina. While she has coached across the country it started at Maple Valley, when she played for the Lions in the 1970’s. “I’m really looking for­ ward to coaching at Maple Valley,” said Lesage. “I’m Hale 110, and Joey Smith looking forward to giving back what someone taught Wayland took the team me along the way. I have a championship with a score of great passion for the game.” 312. Thomapple Kellogg Lesage has some help any was second with a 338, fol­ new coach would love, a lowed by Lakewood 339, strong set of arms. Hastings 339, Delton 352, Sophomore Cedie Angus and Penn field 371. returns to the center of the Hackett Catholic Central diamond for the Lions this should be in a battle with year, after setting a new Kalamazoo Christian for the Maple Valley record for top spot in the KVA this ERA at 2.13 as a freshman. spring, and Olivet and She struck out 134 batters Parchment won’t be far and walked only 34. behind. The Lions finished The Lions have also had behind two other league some untested pitching arms rivals in their first meet, step forward this year. Delton and Pennfield. Juniors Bailey Flower and Pennfield’s Nick Haudek Brooke Bracy and freshman had the second best individ- Tiffani Allwardt could all ual score of the day at the see some time on the rubber. DK Invite, with a 76. Flower, was an honorable The Lions are scheduled mention all-conference perto open the KVA season at former in the KVA last year Hackett on April 18. who led the Lion team in Maple Valley will host RBIs and was second on the just one meet this season at team in batting average. Mulberry Fore Golf Course She’s joined in returning to in Nashville, a league jam­ the Lion infield by senior boree on May 13. Markelle Brumm, sopho114. Barry Roscoe Cedie Angus more Page Semrau, sopho­ more Cassie Knauss, and sophomore Tina Westendorp. Westendorp could also see time in what will be an inexperienced out­ field. Lesage said she would like to see her team be able to break into the top three in the KVA standings this spring, but Kalamazoo Christian, Galesburg-Augusta, and Olivet already make up a solid top three in the confer­ ence. Maple Valley’s first few scheduled contests were can­ celed, and the Lions are now slated to open the season at Portland St. Patrick on April 14.-That game will be fol­ lowed by the KVA opener April 15 at-Parchment. The Lions next scheduled home contest is April 28 against Olivet. �Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, April 5. 2008 — Page 12 Business Owners/DDA meeting set Maple Valley latchkey program The Maple Valley Business Engineering helped establish members of the council and Owner! group, which is the Lake Odessa DDA and the community. takes a slice out of reading The public is welcome to researching the possibility of currently is helping Hastings update its DDA. Killpatrick will provide information about how a DDA is established and to answer questions from establishing a Downtown Development Authority (DDA) in Nashville, will hold its next meeting 7 am Monday, April 7. at the Castleton Township Hall, 915 Reed St.. Nallfvflrr *' *** Members of the group will be formulating questions to ask Jay Killpatnck. a represen­ tative from Wolverine Engineering of Grand Rapids, who will attend the 7 p.m. Thursday. April 10, meeting of the Nashville Village Council. Wolverine attend all meetings of the Maple Valley Business Owners group and the Nashville Village Council. Maple Valley National Honor Society seeking applicants The National Honor Society (NHS) at Maple Valley High School has announced that applications for membership are now available. Visit website for Online Coupon! www.StarliteKitchens.com/promotion Cabinetry for nearly all budgets! Free house call & estimate! Remodel/NewConstruction Any 10th through 12th grade student at the high school with a cumulative grade point average of 3.3 or higher may fill out an appli­ cation and be considered for membership. Community service is also an important consideration to membership. 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The center’s students received informational and educational packets listing the genre of books they needed to read, ranging from fiction to Disney and holiday themed to those of their choosing. They also were given worksheets involving matching, crossword and word searches puzzles, all relating to pizza. Students began by coloring their own piece of "paper" cheese pizza and taping it to the facility’s wall, housed in Fuller Street School’s gymnasium. Each time they finished a book at home, on their own, verified by a parent’s signa­ ture, they were given one pizza topping to place on their slice of pizza. "The kids were excited about this program, and especially with receiving their favorite toppings—all in an effort to reach the goal ofhaving a pizza party," said Primm. "With a little encouragement, and much dedication, students com­ pleted this program in six weeks." Program Director Terry Woodman said students who were too young to read on their own still were able to participate through letter recognition and word games on the center’s Leap Pad, and also benefited by having the older students read to them throughout the weeks. Although this reading pro­ gram was separate from Fuller Street School’s March reading month program, stu- Legislative coffee in X360 Select Series™ Tractor • Hydraulic power sleeting with tilt is standard for effortless automotive-like steering control and great maneuverability John Deere • Tight 22* turning radius for excellent trimming performance More Selection! More Service! More Convenience! More Value! 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A variety of ative items. We will divide activities take place each the students into teams to day, including homework creatively build something sessions, corner stations, out of their ‘junk,’” said snack time, story time, show Woodman. “We definitely and tell, group games, quiet have continued plans for reading and free choice. ‘themed’ events throughout "During the school dis­ the summer and into the next trict’s spring break, a ‘junk­ school year.” yard challenge’ will take During next week’s spring place in the school’s portable break, the center’s hours of classroom as part of the operation will continue from latchkey center’s program. 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wilson-Dunham Bill and Becky Wilson of Nashville are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Kelly Lee to Matthew Scott, son of Greg and Rose Dunham of Vermontville. ' The bride-to-be is a 2004 graduate of Maple Valley High School and graduating with a degree in Special Kyla, along with her Education/Deaf Education grandparents, Roy and Diane from Michigan State Cousins and Tom and Bev University in May. are to Oleson proud The groom-to-be is a 2004 announce the engagement of graduate of Maple Valley her mother, Shelbi Cousins High School and is graduatand Andy Oleson.. ing with a degree in HVACThe couple is planning to R Engineering Technology be wed June 28, 2008.. from Ferris State University in May. An August 23, 2008 wed­ ding is being planned. 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Mulberr erry) Fore Golf Cou rse N- Main (M-66) Nashville, Ml 49073 517-852-0760 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/822/MapleValleyNews_2008-04-12.pdf 8f5c4e48ea5751a9c2a853486af36874 PDF Text Text MAPLE VAL news Hastings Public Library 227 E State St Hastings Ml 49058-1817 MVN HASTINGS Ml Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 A local paper oftoday! Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 136-No. 15, April 12, 2008 Nashville hears DDA presentation, discuses dam removal/restoration by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter The Nashville Village Council heard a presentation about the Downtown­ Development Authority (DDA) being proposed for the village by a group of local business owners. Jay Killpatrick, a repre­ sentative from Williams and Works, the Grand Rapids engineering firm that has helped Hastings, Lake Odessa and other communi­ ties establish DDAs, spoke to the council in very general terms about what a DDA is and what steps need to be taken to establish a DDA. Council members had no questions for Killpatrick after his presentation. “The* DDA will come with a cost, and the business owners think that this would be an asset to the communi­ ty, so we’ll find the dollars to cover the planning costs,” said Orvin Moore, a member of the Maple Valley Business Owners organiza­ tion that is proposing the DDA. “At this point, we need a commitment. The business owners hre commit­ ted, but we need a commit­ ment from the village.” Village Council Trustee James Dunham said that while listening to Killpatrick, he was con­ cerned to hear that the DDA could accrue debt. “I don’t think that would be a good thing,” he said. Jerry Reese another mem­ ber of the business owners group said that if a Nashville DDA were established, it would start with smaller projects and wouldn’t neces­ sarily accrue debt. “The council would always approve or disapprove what we do,” said Reese. Steve Wheeler, a Nashville business owner who was in the audience, asked Reese how many busi­ ness owners were in the group that was proposing the DDA. “About six to eight,” replied Reese. “How many businesses are in Nashville?” continued Wheeler. “Mike Callton counted about 40,” answered Reese. “Just on Main Street?” “Yes.” “What are your goals?” “That will be determined by the members of the DDA,” said Moore. “The business owners who are part of the DDA will determine its goals.” “What do you hope to accomplish?” asked Wheeler. “Initially, we want to make people want to stop when they drive through Nashville,” said Moore, who cited Hastings as an example of a DDA making a down­ town look more inviting for businesses and shoppers. “As business owners, we have to ask, ‘what do we have to do to make people want to stop?”’ “You want to increase business revenue?” asked Wheeler. Reese said that beautifica­ tion projects such as street­ scapes, facades and window improvements like those in Hastings, Lake Odessa and Marshall make a town much more appealing to people who might otherwise drive through without stopping. “If the village wants a streetscape, they can do it. If I want to improve my busi­ ness, I can do it. I don’t need another organization to help,” said Wheeler. “I don’t think cost is the big draw­ back; the biggest drawback is the school millage, that’s what’s dragging us down.” Village Council President Frank Dunham said that since the DDA presentation was a part of the public com­ ment portion and not a public hearing the discussion should be tabled and a public hearing on the proposed for mixed 3- and 4-year-olds. preschool program, Hopkins Early Childhood Research. “Children who attend DDA, set for the next regular Each class will be limited to and Lincoln quote Stephen meeting of the village coun­ 15 children. Barnett, Ph.D.,. director of In a flyer promoting their the National Institute for See PRESCHOOL, page 5 cil, which is slated for 7 p.m. Thursday, April, 24. During a public hearing about the Thornapple River dam last month, Chris Freiburger, a biologist from the habitat management unit of the Department ofNatural Resources (DNR) fisheries division, offered to donate his time and expertise should the village decide to proceed with removal of the dam. “I am offering to do this as Chris Freiburger, not a mem­ ber of the DNR,” he said. “I will help you find grants, do the survey, get permits and do everything as economi­ cally as possible.” After the hearing last month, in a related action, the village council approved a motion to apply for an inland fisheries grant avail­ able through the DNR, which could provide funds for the dam removal. If awarded the grant, the Carrie Hopkins (left) and Kristi Lincoln (right, with son Kenny) are accepting appli­ Village of Nashville has the cations for Peas in a Pod Preschool and Childcare in Vermontville. option to turn down the money if it chooses not to pursue the option of remov­ ing the dam. New preschool and childcare taking registrations by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Carrie Hopkins and Kristi Lincoln are now accepting registration for Peas in a Pod Preschool and Childcare, which they will be opening in September at the First Congregational Church, 110 S. Main St., Vermontville. The two women, both born and raised in Nashville and the mothers of young children (Hopkins has two, Lincoln four) said they are hoping to have a positive impact on the community. “It is a passion of ours to help this area thrive,” said Lincoln. “I think this program could have a positive impact on our community,” added Hopkins. “Preschool is so important.” The duo will offer classes September through .May for 4-year-olds from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday; 9 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesday and Thursday for 2 1/2- to 3-year olds (must be potty-trained); and 12:30 to 3 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday Reassessment begins April 15 in Vermontville Township Last week Vermontville Township sent a letter to all property owners in the town­ ship, letting them know that representatives ‘ from LandMark Appraisal Company would begin their complete reappraisal of all property beginning Tuesday, April 15. The letter, signed by Vermontville Township Supervisor Russ Laverty, states that, “the reappraisal will not increase taxes on those properties that have been previously taxed for buildings on the property (except for the annual level of inflation required by the State Tax Commission on taxable values). If a building is found on the property that has not previously been on the asses-sment/tax roll, that building will be added to the assessment/tax roll and will experience an increase in taxes.” A representative from LandMark Appraisal will visit each property to photo- graph it, measure each build­ ing on the property and gath­ er information regarding the interior ofthe building. Residents and property owners are advised to verify the identity ofthe representa­ tive by asking to see a copy of the letter of introduction and an ID from LandMark Appraisal Company. For more information call Laverty (517) 726-1115. The reassessment is the result of the Michigan State Tax Commission unanimous vote in August 2007 to seize control of the township’s tax rolls and turn them over to an independent agency for reassessment before they were returned to the town­ ship’s control. This came after the commission’s 14point review— initiated by a taxpayer complaint in February—found the town­ ship’s tax rolls to be “significantly non-compliant” when it scored 98 out of 196 points possible on the review. During old business por­ tion of Thursday night’s meeting, James Dunham asked if the council wanted to establish another tempo­ rary committee to investigate options regarding the removal or repair of the vil­ lage’s dam on the Thomapple River. “I don’t think so,” said Frank Dunham. “Because of the impact on the communi­ ty, I think the community and the council both need to be involved.” “Can we take a field trip?” asked Trustee Jack Holden. “You know where the dam is?” asked Frank Dunham. “Well, yeah, but you hear that the dam is 70 to 80 per­ cent there, and I’ve never noticed where the other 20 percent is,” said Holden. “Also about the wildlife habitat...if it is endangered by the dam removal, will the DNR look at that?” Trustee Mike Kenyon said he thought those were the kinds ofthings that would be looked at over the next two to four years. Kenyon said that before the council commits to removal or repair, it needs to explore as many options as possible. “Last month, Orvin talked about his organization that may help fund dam repair. Should we ask him to make a presentation?” asked Kenyon. Moore said he volunteers for Potawatomi Resource Conservation and Development, “a nonprofit organization that’s primary function is to bring resources and funding together to help communities accomplish what they feel they need to do.” “If a community comes to us and they have a problem they need to solve, such as trying to keep the dam in some fashion, we go to work to get the money needed to get the job done. But, you as See COUNCIL, page 5 In This Issue • DNR harvests muskie eggs from Thornapple Lake • Toddler Time kids celebrate Spring with lambs and butterflies • ‘Big Chickens’ children’s event is today • Little Miss pageant set for April 26 • Putnam’s Craft Month a success �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, April 12,2008 — Page 2 DNR harvests muskie eggs from Thornapple Lake by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter The weather was cold and blustery, but that didn’t stop a small crowd of onlookers from gathering on the shore of Thornapple Lake in Charlton Park in .Hastings Tuesday morning to watch as personnel, from Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Fisheries Division in Plainwell and the Wolf Lake State Fish Hatchery in Mattawan har­ vested muskellunge (muskie) eggs. Every year since the 1960s, the DNR has harvest­ ed muskie eggs from fish in Barry County’s Thomapple Lake and Lake Hudson in Lenawee County. The eggs are then transported to the Wolf Lake State Fish Hatchery where they are -hatched and the resulting fin­ gerlings later released in lakes throughout the state. DNR fisheries technicians and biologists set eight large trap nets (V-shaped nets with © Stadium Seating a bpx at the end) in Thornapple Lake Monday and returned Tuesday to col­ lect the fish and begin the harvest. In the long process, once DNR personnel emptied the trap nets, releasing smaller muskies and other species of fish back into the lake, the fish are brought to shore, sexed, put into a corral based on their readiness to spawn and anesthetized to make them easier to handle and so they do not hurt themselves. Next the fish are measured, weighed and their age deter­ mined by the size of-their dorsal fins. The fish also are scanned to determine whether they have already been tagged, and if they haven’t a small (about the size of grain of rice) digital ID, one is injected under their throats. The tags are used to identify each fish to prevent cross-breeding, improve stock and increase hatchery production. DNR personnel then strip the eggs and sperm from the fish into buckets. The buck­ ets are then transported to Wolf Lake where they will be incubated, hatched and raised indoors for six weeks before being placed in out­ door ponds at the hatchery. In September, the 10- to 12inch fingerlings will be released into lakes through­ out Michigan. Every other year, the DNR releases 700 fingerlings into Thomapple Lake. For the past three years, at least 60 of the muskies col­ lected also have been tested for viral Hemorrhage sep­ ticemia (VHS), an exotic cold-water disease that has been reported in the Great Lakes region. Scott Hanshue, a DNR biologist with the Plainwell fisheries department said that since they started testing the muskies three years ago, no VHS has been found in Thomapple Lake. The DNR hopes to prevent the spread of the disease. DNR Fisheries Technician Supervisor Ed Pearce and retired DNR Fisheries Technician Supervisor Dan Hanson (kneeling) talk to onlookers about how muskie eggs are collected. Once a fish has been tagged, stripped.and tested, it is returned to the corral until the anesthesia wears off and it can be released back into the lake. DNR Fisheries Technician Supervisor Ed Pearce said the DNR’s goal was to har­ vest a total of 1.5 million muskie eggs from the lakes. Pearce said the average muskie female yields 30,000 to 40,000 eggs. 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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. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School .................... 10 a.m. Sunday: . A.M. Worship ........ 11 a.rn. Evening Worship . . . .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting...................... 7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM Please present this coupon at any Mid America I■ Shows’ ticket booth & receive one regular priced I $16 P.O.P. Ride Wristband for only $14 during I one of the following followin days das & times: Friday, April 25 • 4PM to 10PM Saturday, April 26 • 5PM to 11PM Sunday, April 27 • Noon to 6PM DR. SEUSS’ HORTON HEARS A WHO! 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 See MUSKIE, page 4 [Save- Q No passes SHOWTIMES 4/12 - 4/17 ABUNDANT GRACE WORLD OUTREACH CENTER Hanshue said DNR per­ sonnel would continue the harvest Thursday and possi­ bly Saturday, depending on the amount .of eggs harvested from Lake Hudson. - Muskies are a members of the northern pike family and are the second largest fish in BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG 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 Wed. 5:30 p.m................. Family Supper 6:00-7:15......................... Pioneer Club Sun: 9:00.................................. Sunday 10: 00 ChurchServi 11: 00 Fellowship GRACE COMMUNITY 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 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 PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST 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. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy;- PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women; 3rd Thursday . KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Services 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages .. .10:30 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH ool 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66. 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday School................... 10 a.m. A.M. Service ............... 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service........................ 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY 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 No Refunds • No Re-Bands • No Cash Value • No Rain Checks PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship.................. 8:30 a.m (Includes Children's Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday School Worship.......... 0 a.m. 1 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service................ 9:30 a.m. Sunday School ................11:15 a.m. PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN 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 SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Comer of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. Sunday A.M. Worship'.. .10:30 a.m. Evening Worship................... i6 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 ................:1i a.m. Sunday Evening Service .......6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service . . .6:30 p.m. AWANA................ 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth , Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a,m. Weekly Bible Studies: United Methodist Women: 2nd Tues. Ray VanderLaan's videos, “That the. World May. Know,“‘will be showing at 7 p.m. every Sunday night through March 16 1 t|- ■ One coupon perperson. Duplications not accepted. There are height restrictions on some rides. 06652103 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, April 12,2008 — Page 3 Toddler Time kids celebrate Spring with lambs and butterflies A baby lamb visited chil­ dren at Toddler Time in Vermontville March 27. Local farmer and shepherd Russ Laverty brought the lamb and told the children how his Suffolk sheep are bom completely black, but as they grow their wool turns white even though their faces and legs will stay black. Most of the children took a turn at petting the lamb that they unanimously named ‘Precious.’ On April 3, the kids of Toddler Time and their par­ ents ventured out to Frederik Meijer Gardens in Grand Rapids for a tour of Foremost’s Butterflies are Blooming exhibit and the Lena Meijer Children’s Garden. “It was absolutely fabu­ lous, and everyone had a great time,” said Toddler Time Volunteer Amy Laverty-Meeker. “The butterfly'exhibit features beauti- ful butterflies and moths from all over the world; some as large as dinner plates.” Toddler Time is a free children’s program held at 11:15 a.m. every Thursday in the preschool room of the Vermontville Congregational Church, and typically runs 40 minutes. The easiest way to find Toddler Time is to park in the back of the church and use either of the entrances on SS £* »%! Ss? Ss*? ft,ft S , Alexis Steele, Jamie Steel, Lindsay Meeker and Juliann Meeker at Frederik Meijer Garden’s Butterflies Are Blooming exhibit. the west end of the building. The program is run by vol­ unteers of Eaton Intermediate School District and focuses on pre-literacy, school preparedness and just plain fun. Toddler Time activities typically consist of story time, dancing, singing, ABCs, 123s, a craft project and sometimes guest speak- kS* 'S* Un ers or field trips. The program is specifical­ ly geared for children ages 0 to 5, but children of all ages are welcome. Toddler Time themes for April and May are as fol­ lows: April 10—spring break, no Toddler Time. April 17 —Clowns and cotton candy ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A SAFE, RELIABLE, AND CARING ENVIRONMENT FOR YOUR CHILD BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL? (npHvlMh &nttiTtoof regularpricfti’ ristaKwonljjMdurinj I liU-MtolB | ipM'WlW prilMrtW *I ’JiWWilnM ;l mftjtaW ! WX- fai “IbiM■l■W failW Casiddee Martin, Cheyenne Martin, Libby Jensen and Lindsay Meeker, pose under the hoof of DaVinci’s giant horse sculpture at Frederik Meijer Gardens. THE MAPLE VALLEY LATCHKEY PROGRAM OFFERS: Swiss Steak Dinner Safe and convenient delivery to your child's school building: No need to walk to a bus stop or wait outside in srf ®' i® MWJ UUH «H ■ I®15'* inclement weather. J2* J tf CffllW Barry County Christian School 1 #»*** McKeown & M-79, Hastings j M” ■'■*>„ CN?^ Available childcare when the school schedule changes: When there is a school delay... the morning session of the Latchkey Program is open at 6:00 a.m. Saturday, April 19 5pm-7:30pm ~ Take Out Available ~ Homework Assistance: The Latchkey Program works with the students' teach­ Adults $7.50 Children 3-10 $5.00 Under 3 Free Diana’s TWce ,1 The Place to Gofor Professional Styling i «’ «rS J'rf’ MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Tuesday - Friday S.E. Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 / «$/ s*’ w! *W April 24—Eaton County DARE Officer Deputy Yelvington and his cruiser, or weather permitting, his motorcycle May 1 — Let’s plant flow­ ers May 8 — Mother’s Day, make a special gift for mom May 15 — Tractors ers to coordinate homework needs Minimum of television and video time: g ® M K Young shepherds Brenna Klipfer and Gram Price practice using a real shepherds staff. | CALL 269-945-9554 fany time for Action-ads! We have videos available, but we don't have time for them. We are too busy having fun. Staff trained in CPR and First Aid For more information on the Maple Valley School Latchkey Program contact Terry Woodman at 852-9421 or visit us in the multi-purpose room at Fuller before or after school to see what our program has to offer MV children. 06670390 �Juut S*y 'As Advertised in the Maple Vatey News’ Saturday April 12. 2006 — Page 4 MUSKIE, continued from page 2 Roger B. Gusey CHARLOTTE - Roger B. Gusey. age 66. <rf Chariolte. died Wednesday, April 2. 2«J(JK. Mr. Gusey was bom September 22. 1941 in Kalamo Township. the wxi of Harold and Fem G ay lor J Gusey Mr Gusey *orked for General Motors in the Parts Division for 30 years and a was lifelong fanner. He was a member of the West Henton Church and the National Rifle Association. Mr Gusey was enjoying farming and hunting He is survived by his wife of 44 years. Nancy; daugh­ ter. Zandra Pierce of Hastings; son. Adam Gusey of Charlotte; two grandchil­ dren. Janac and Kinzie; brothers. Robert Gusey of Muskegon. David (Kathy) Gusey of Vermontville and Dan Gusey of Charlotte; many nieces and nephews He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services were held Saturday. April 5. 2008 at Pray Funeral Home. Pastor Bob Homan officiated Interment was at Hillside Cemetery in Kalamo Township. If desired, memorial con­ tributions may be made to West Benton Church or a charity of your choice. Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home. Charlotte. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www. pra y f u nera I com Hayes Green Beach announces the Great Lakes (sturgeon are the largest). Some muskies have been recorded at more than 6 feet in length and weigh more than 100 pounds. The average adult muskie measures 28 to 48 inches and weighs 5 to 36 pounds. According to retired DNR Fisheries Technician Supervisor Don Hanson, the largest muskie on record from Thomapple Lake was caught in November 2003 and measured 51.S inches long, had a 28-inch girth and weighed 49 pounds. 1 ounces. Matt Hughes, a DNR biologist from Wolf Lake Hatchery near Kalamazoo, looks on as Mike Jones from the DNR strips a muskie of its eggs. new members of leadership team Hayes Green Beach < HGB (Memorial Hospital has announced the addition of Robin Underwood, RN. MSN as clinical nurse spe­ cialist. and the promotion of Becky Schroeder to nursing house supervisor of its inpa- 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. tient unit. Underwood comes to HGB from Ingham Regional Medical Center where she served as manager of women and children's services and coordinator of Healthwise University. Her experience includes advanced practice skills in several clinical areas as well as in education for staff, patients and the com­ munity. At HGB, Underwood will be dedicated to developing the nursing education pro­ gram and working with human resources and various clinical departments on ori­ entation. in-services, compe­ tency development and con­ tinuing education programs. She also will collaborate with director of community and organizational develop­ ment to create and provide community education pro­ grams. Schroeder has been a nurse with Hayes Green Beach for 20 years, during which time she has demon­ strated clinical expertise and leadership skills as a staff nurse, shift coordinator, dia­ betes educator, case manager and resource team house supervisor. She will now oversee nursing operations for the inpatient area during the day shift. To learn more about HGB, or one of its services, visit www.hgbhealth.com. DNR Fisheries Technicians Olen Gannon, Matt Smith and DNR Fisheries Technician Supervisor Ed Pearce watch and record data as Scott Hanshue, DNR fisheries biologist measures a muskie. ‘Big Chickens children’s event is today HuMiCfoit Biadi DM Ptu) New Location Across the Street... 5715 South M-66 517-852-1864 SPRING CLEAN-UPS & LANDSCAPING PLANNING AN OPEN HOUSE. FAMILY REUNION OR OTHER OUTDOOR EVENT? GIVE US A CALL AND WE WILL GET YOU SPRUCED UP AND READY! JUST WANT A FRESH NEW LOOK? WE CAN HELP WITH THAT TOO! NOW! FLOWERS COMING IN MAY BULK AND BAGGED MATERIALS AVAILABLE **Our Family 5trving 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 co„ anc, & Fami,y Ownef/Manager Joostberns-Jones To celebrate young chil­ tation, activity tables will be dren during April, which has available for adults and chil­ Tony and Brenda been declared Month of the dren to participate in togeth­ Joostbems of Nashville are Young Child, Early er. The activities will be pleased to announce the Childhood Connections sponsored by local agencies, engagement of their daughEaton County’s Great Start preschools and business part­ ter, Stefanie Nicole to Collaborative will host ners and follow the "Big Nicholas Neil Jones, son of author Leslie Helakoski to Chickens" theme. Keith and Kelly Jones of present her children’s book Through the Charlotte Nashville. Bifi Chickens. Optimist Club, Melanie Dart, The bride-to-be is a 2004 Families will have two Dart Bank and Barnes and graduate of Maple Valley opportunities to attend the Noble; organizers were able High School and will be author’s presentation this to purchase books to give graduating with a dual BAA year. On Saturday, April 12, away to the first 50 families in sports management and Charlotte will host Helakoski that attend each author event. entrepreneurship from at the Eaton Intermediate Helakoski has agreed stay for Central Michigan University in December. Stefanie is cur­ School District building at a book signing after her pres­ 1790 Packard Highway at 10 entation. rently a senior captain on the a.m., and at 1 p.m. in the Families with children Central Michigan women’s community room in the Dart from newborns to age 5 are track team where she will be Bank in Grand Ledge. encouraged to attend the pro­ finishing her fourth year After the author’s presen- grams. competing in the 800 meter run and 1600 meter relay. Maple Valley Class of 1993 • Maple Valley Class of 1993 The groom-to-be is a 2002 Looking for all classmates of graduating 2 cd graduate of Maple Valley i class of 1993, Planning our 15 year High School and will be graduating with an MA in reunion. Please visit our website at sports administration from www.maplevalley1993.com to provide Central Michigan University o contact information or call in December. Nicholas is w0>o c employed as a graduate assis­ Renee 269-838-6829 * Mindy 269-788-5562 tant with Centra] Michigan University. Becky 269-788-5244 • Julie 517-231-4288 A May 31, 2008 wedding Maple Valley Class of 1993 • Maple Valley Class of 1993 is being planned. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, April 12,2008 — Page 5 a community will have to tell us what you would really like to do,” said Moore. “I don’t think we’ve had a community come to us where we haven’t been able to do that.” Moore said he favored keeping the dam, “I’m in favor of keeping the dam. It is part of the integrity of Nashville.” “They’ve told us that there are no grants for dam restoration, are you saying that’s not the case?” asked Kenyon. “There may be no money for dam restoration, but there may be money to preserve the integrity of the mill pond,” replied Moore. “What about the life expectancy of the dam?” asked Kenyon. “We might not be talking about a dam but another structure like he (Freiburger) was talking about,” said Moore. “Something natural?” asked James Dunham. -“These structures (weirs) are not maintenance-free; they collect silt, and the rocks erode over time,” said Moore. “As a resident, I’m concerned about the bridge abutments (the M-66 bridge over the Thomapple River on the north end of town) and about the wildlife habi­ tat.” “We’re talking about two types of wildlife here,” said James Dunham. “Scott Hanshue (a DNR fisheries management biologist) has done tests upstream and downstream from the dam, and above the dam there are less species, there is more overgrowth and stress on the fish population. We have to be concerned for the fish too, not just the birds.” “I think we can sit down at the table and explore all our options,” said Moore. Kenyon asked Nashville Department of Public Works Supervisor Darryl Clements Jr. if the village was regular­ ly maintaining the dam. “Have you ever been down to Good Time Pizza on a hot summer day and the water by the dam smells like 10 dead deer..?”’ said Kenyon. “All that is is duckweed,” said Clements. “We open the spillgates three to four times a week, and it’s gone.” The council asked Moore to contact members of his organization about setting a date when they could come to Nashville and make a presentation at a special meeting of the village coun­ cil. “I’m all for looking at all possible solutions,” said James Dunham. “I think we need to correct the way the millpond looks, though. I think people are tired of looking at it in the summer when it looks like grandma’s marshmallow pie.” “Pistachio,” quipped Trustee Mary Coll. In other business the vil­ lage council: • Received two letters from village residents in favor of repairing the dam and maintaining the millpond to preserve wildlife habitat. • Approved the payment of the April bills totaling $145,656 and the following quarterly payments: Ambulance $6,250; fire $6,250; and transfer/recycle $1,250. • Heard a request from Reese regarding the potential for the village to acquire housing property for as little as $1, plus closing cost, from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. “When these properties come up, the local govern­ ment can acquire them for $1, plus closing costs, for 10 days, but they have to have a plan for turning it over to a nonprofit organization to foster housing for moderateto low-income families,” explained Reese,'who added that the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope would like to be the recipient of a $1 house to refurbish for a moderate- to low-income family much the way Habitat for Humanity does. Reese went on to explainthe details to the council and noted that he was keeping an eye on some properties in the village and would like the village to be prepared to act fast should the opportunity arise to acquire a $1 house. He said he would be willing to cover the estimated $3,000 to $5,000 closing costs. • Approved the purchase of a New Holland MC282 soft-cab tractor from Maple Valley Implement, which submitted the lowest bid of $11,600. program will have a daily schedule that allows them to experience a variety of learn­ ing activities, from free play to circle time and arts and crafts. Lincoln has an associate’s degree in early childhood education from Kellogg Community College, has worked as a lead teacher in a preschool classroom for five years, was an assistant child­ care director for two years, and has a total of 10 years of experience in a variety of preschool and childcare situ­ ations. Hopkins has a bachelor of arts degree from Olivet College, one year of full­ time teaching in various grades and subjects, and five years of substitute teaching in a variety of educational settings, from kindergarten, to special education, elemen- tary, junior high and high school. Assisting Lincoln and Hopkins will be Sarah Tobias who will graduate from Cornerstone College in May with an associate’s degree in early childhood education. She also has served as an assistant pre- school teacher and caregiver in a child care center and has worked in both-early child­ hood an education settings. For more information about Peas in a Pod call (517) 852-9558. PRESCHOOL, continued from page 1 high-quality preschools enter kindergarten with better pre­ reading skills, richer vocabu­ laries, and stronger basic math skills than those faho do not,” said Barnett. “Preschool is much more than a place a where children will learn their numbers and letters, although that is a very important aspect of our program,” said Hopkins and Lincoln. “Preschool provides a place where playing is learning. Children learn best through the kinds of activi­ ties that they find interest­ ing— story time, pretend playing, block play, dramatic play, art projects, songs and more. They will be able to use their imaginations which will help them to become creative, independent thinkers, and this will allow them a much broader educa­ tional experience as they go ahead in their school years.” Peas in a Pod Preschool will feature monthly themes and the activities, art proj­ ects, songs and stories will go along with the themes. The dramatic play area, math and science area, art area, as well as room decorations, also will change monthly to provide more and varied learning activities. Field trips will enhance what the chil­ dren are learning in the class­ room. “Our goal through many varied activities is to build a strong foundation for the academics children will someday experience in school,” said Hopkins and Lincoln. “All children have their own unique and indi­ vidual learning styles. Some children are auditory learners (hearing), some are kinesthetic learners (hands on/tOuch), and some are visual learners (seeing). They will be able to experi­ ence daily learning activities through a variety of methods such as arts and crafts proj­ ects, cooperative learning activities, music and move­ ment, group games, and indi­ vidual one-on-one time with the teachers.” In addition to the pre­ school full-time child care also will be available for infants 6 weeks to 2 1/2 years of age, full or part­ time, openings for toddlers and older children, after­ school care, and wrap­ around care for children whose parents want them to be enrolled in one ofthe pre­ school classes. The childcare will be available 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, all year long. Children in the child care VERMONTVILLE MAPLE SYRUP FESTIVAL APRIL 25 6:00 PM THRU APRIL 27 FLEA MARKET Application for vendors available. Send self addressed stamped envelope to: Lydia McCauley 5481 Brown Road Vermontville, Ml 49096 PH 517-543-1740 Days 517-726-0633 Evenings lydiamccauley@russellschrader.com Location: Vermontville United National Library Week celebrates 50th anniversary Methodist Church Lawn - Outside Only - 10x10 Booth $60.00 • It’s National Library Week, a time to celebrate the contributions of libraries, librarians and library work­ ers in schools, campuses and communities nationwide — and the perfect time to dis­ cover how to "join the circle of knowledge at your library." Those who do not have a library card, may stop in at their local library and get one for free. Those who do have a card, are encouraged to use it this week in honor of National Library Week. First celebrated in 1958, National Library Week is a national observance spon­ sored by the American Library Association and libraries across the country each April. This year’s hon­ orary chair of National Library Week is Julie Andrews. In Nashville, Putnam District Library is guided by an all-volunteer board con­ sisting of representatives appointed by the Village of Nashville and the townships of Castleton and Maple Grove. The board has been a volunteer group since the library’s beginning in 1923. Currently serving on the board is President Vickie Reid; Vice-President Ginger Cole; Secretary Marjorie Wolff; Treasurer Rosalie Murphy; and Trustees Nadine Garlinger and Amy Robinson. Board members welcome input from the community as well as attendance at the library’s monthly meetings. Librarians Shauna Swantek and Emily Mater also wel­ come patron input. For more information, visit Putnam District Library Kalamo church announces prayer service The Kalamo United Methodist Church invites the public to a prayer and heal­ ing service Sunday, April 20, at both the 9 and 10:30 a.m. ID worship services, to lighten burdens by sharing them with others who care. There will be time during this service for those that Now Scheduling Appointments wish to pray privately with the pastor about a health See SERVICE, page 6 We Specialize in: • Individual Taxes MAPLEVALLEY • Farm Taxes Accounting and Tax, LLC • Small Business Taxes Jill Vanderhoef, Enrolled Agent 8870 Valley Hwy., Vermontville, MI 517-852-1500 • Bookkeeping in Nashville or call (517) 852-9723. The library’s hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday and Wednesday; 3 to 8 p.m. Tuesday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday; and 9 am. to noon Saturday. TALENT SHOW Three Divisions 7 & under 8-17 years 18 & over Friday Evening 6:00 PM Downtown Prizes for all age groups Call for an application Don Rasey 517-726-1077 Applications also available @ vermontvillemaplesyrupfestival.com MAPLE VALLEY KINDERGARTEN ROUND-UP If your child will be 5 years old on or before December 1, 2008, please call Fuller Street Elementary at 517-852-9468 to schedule an appointment. You will need to bring the following: • Certified birth certificate & • Proof of residency or ask for school of choice form & • Immunizations record,(last set can be given as soon as they turn 4 years old) Students will also be scheduled for a vision/hearing test. Round­ up will be at the Grace Community Church in Nashville, on 4/29, 4/30, & 5/1, 2008. Maple Valley Early Four Program Ifyour child will be 4 before December 1, 2008, please call 06669411 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, April 12,2008 — Page 6 From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues VFW tried to do as wished could be held after Bingo (approximately 2:30 p.m.) But that was unacceptable to those in charge... so the entire meal was prepared and then transferred to the Catholic church basement (home-cooked food having to be transferred to a differ­ ent location takes a great deal of work) and at that time the VFW was open for the Maurer funeral family and friends. Bottom line the luncheon could have been held where Mr, Maurer had requested. For all ofthe work done.by the VFW to follow the wish­ es of Francis (Bug) Maurer’s and then to receive such a response is uncalled for in my opinion. The people of the VFW very much honor the veter­ ans and their sacrifices and do their best to always fulfill their wishes. A large misun­ derstanding occurred here — and not the fault of the VFW that works so hard to keep problem or need. Americans aware that “free­ Kalamo UMC is located dom is not free.” This organ­ southeast ofNashville on M­ ization should be praised and 79 to Ionia Road, then 1.5 thanked, not criticized for all miles south. For more infor­ that they do to honor our vet­ mation, visit www.kalam- erans. ochurch.org or call (517) Pam Sherman 541-1144. To the editor: The “Maurer Brothers” have always been heroes in the eyes of many, and to the VFW Post of Nashville, cherished friends and family. The person who wrote last week who was upset at a time of heartbreak and grief is understandable - but cer­ tain laws and rules must be followed even when a treas­ ured person passes on. The State of Michigan Bingo Department requires two weeks notice for Bingo to be cancelled. Unfortunately that amount of time was not possible in this case. (Death can not be pre­ dicted in that amount of time - no one’s fault.) The VFW Auxiliary Ladies did let it be known that the funeral luncheon SERVICE, continued from page 5----- Justice for victims keeps communities safe To the editor: A home invasion/shooting incident that happened in late March in Mecosta County that linked six Charlotte-area residents to the crime reminds us that crime can strike anyone - anywhere. Twenty-three million Americans become victims every year, and violent crime is on the rise in many years throughout our country. In the six-plus years since Sept 11, 2001, nearly 100,000 people have been murdered in the United States. National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, observed nationwide April 13 to 19, calls on us to consider the life-changing impact crime has on victims and their loved ones, and to makejus­ ticefor all victims a priority which may prevent another crime. If a domestic violence victim is harassed from jail or prison, that information can cause the parole/probation office to delay release or increase supervision condi­ tions after release. Such information from victims enhances their own and oth­ ers’ safety. Other victims rights — to a speedy trial, to receive resti­ tution, and to be heard at sen­ tencing - may also help keep communities safe. Speedy trials ensure swift justice, remove offenders from the streets, and minimize oppor­ tunities for witness intimida­ tion. Court-ordered restitu­ tion recognizes and redresses the harm done to victims and forces offenders to directly and fully compensate all crime victims. Allowing vic­ tims to confer with prosecu­ tors and be heard at sentenc­ ing ensures that judges take victims’ views into account. Victim-impact statements at sentencing may also lead to fairer sentences. All of these examples affect the public’s confidence in the criminal justice system. Enforcing victims’ rights protects victims, enhances public safety and fosters public confidence in our criminal justice system. Communities that support justice for victims invest in achievingjusticefor all. Jeffrey L. Sauter, Eaton County Prosecuting Attorney Bismark community to hold washer tournament The Bismark Community Boosters will hold its first annual Bismark Community Washer Tournament at the Bismark Community Building (old Bismark schoolhouse) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 28. Prize purses for the tourna­ ment will be 15 percent of take or $100 for first place, 10 percent of take or $75 for second place, and 5 percent oftake or $40 for third place. All prizes will be awarded the day of the tournament. Entry fees are $20 per team, Full Service Floral AFTER HOURS MBA Your Prom Headquarters! Tuxedo Rentals Big City Selection at a Small Town Price with local pick-up and local return Corsages the comers of Round Lake Road and Bismark Highway north of Vermontville . The Bismark Community Boosters is a nonprofit organization. For more information, contact Tournament Director June Jackson of the Bismark Community Boosters at (616) 450-8589. Kalamo Masons and Stars to host annual breakfast For All the latest trends including Glitter Bracelets and Decorative Wire everything Boutonnieres Vintage Jewelry from Spring Bling - Unique Styles. Rhine­ stones, Pearls, Silver and Goldtone Necklaces, Bracelets and Earrings Hours: Mon. 9-5; Tue. 10-7; Wed. 10-5; Thur. 9-5; Fri. 9-6; Sat. 9-1 Reservations; with a $5 remittance for luncheon, may be sent to Hope Smith PO Box 505, 323 Cottage St., Potterville, MI 48876. they don’t march in the Grand Parade; and, Sunday afternoon for cleanup. High school students receive credit for the stu­ dent’s band account when they or their parents or guardians volunteer. To read the policy for band account credit, log on to mvbandbooster.com and see the con­ cessions stand page. Anyone who would like to volunteer to work should contact Steve Rathburn (517) 231-1033. Saturday, April 19: Triple Six business 2 person teams - Scramble format (1 -06), Best Ball format (7-12), Total Score format (3-18) cards and 2 person Scramble (holes shortened to Par 3) brochures — RESCHEDULED — Saturday, May 3: Spring Woozie Saturday, April 26: All Par 3 3 person Scramble (very tough pin placements) Remember... Florals, Balloons and Giftware call J-Ad for all Occasions are available in our local area. Graphics We deliver to Nashville, Vermontville, Hastings & Charlotte. tance of 25 feet. Points are accumulated for being near the hole/cup, in the hole/cup, etc. Proceeds from the event will go toward renovation and maintenance of the Bismark Community Building, a historical oneroom schoolhouse, built in 1861 to serve the Bismark Community area located at Band Boosters needs volunteers for festival pancake breakfast 234 N. Main, Nashville A. ~ 517-852-9224 • 517-852-16W” with two people per team. A rain date will be selected the day ofthe tournament should rain occur. The game of washers is a fun, laid-back game sweep­ ing the nation. It is similar to horseshoes in that partici­ pants throw an object (large washers) into an open box with a center target. Two washers are thrown at a dis- Kalamo Lodge 327 of Mead, county president from Free and Accepted Masons Grand Ledge Chapter 14 and and Kalamo Chapter 399, Stan Bryson, first vice presi­ Order ofthe Eastern Star will dent from Brookfield hold their annual pancake Chapter 352 will welcome and sausage breakfast on members. Saturday, April 19, from 8 a.m. to noon at the Kalamo Masonic Temple, 1660 Ionia Road. Along with pancakes and sausage, they also will offer French toast. Price for adults The Maple Valley Band will be $6, children 6 to 12 $3, preschoolers eat for free. Boosters still needs volun­ Kalamo Eastern Star will teers to work at its pancake also be participating in Eaton breakfast fundraiser during County Association to be the Vermontville Maple held on Friday, May 2, at the Syrup Festival April 25 to Brookfield Masonic Templle. 27. Openings remain for band Registration will begin at 9 a.m., with the meeting set to students and their parents or open at 10 a.m. Marsha guardians on most shifts, but the times volunteers are most needed are: Friday morning for setup; 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Saturday (This would be a good time for the fifth and sixth grade band students and parents to volunteer since Ml That Glitters MAIN for our community. The cost of indifference to victims’ rights is incalcula­ ble. If authorities fail to enforce a protective order or notify a stalking victim when a stalker has been released fromjail, victims may decide that reporting crimes or testi­ fying in court is too costly and dangerous. If ordinary citizens do not report crimes of violence to police, if employers hinder witnesses’ and victims’ ability to attend court, etc., then the safety of the entire community may be undermined. Enforcing victims’ rights can help the criminal justice system work more effective­ ly. A stalking victim who is notified of the stalker’s release from prison can take steps for self-protection ! i (269) 945-9554 $35 EA. INCLUDES GOLF WITH CART AND LUNCH! MjitjfMMhHk ul Ca// now to reserve a spot for your team! emj TFore Goh Course 955 N- Main (M-66) Nashville, mi 49073 517-852-0760 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, April 12, 2008 — Page 7 Easter winners, programs and OPEN: 7 DAYS A WEEK 24 HOURS books at Vermontville Twp. library NASHVILLE**iiEXPRESS The Vermontville Township Public Library recently held its annual Easter contest. Participants were asked to guess how many bubble gum eggs were in a jar. Winners were Ford Faynor with a guess of 144, and Jadelyn Stewart with a guess of 145. There were 142 bubble gum eggs in the jar. It’s not too late to join the digital scrapbooking group. The next class will be held at 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 16. Please contact the library for more information. New items on the shelves of the library include: DVDs The Mist, The Kite Runner, the Water Horse, There Will Be Blood and Lions for Lambs. New audio Firefly Lane by Kristin Hannah, Compulsion by Jonathan onaan Kellerman, A Prisoner of Birth by Jeffrey Archer, Trap of Gold and Trail by Louis L’ Amour. Adult fiction Chasing a Blond Moon: A Woods Cop Mystery by Joseph Heywood, Adam by Ted Dekker, Winter Study by Nevada Barr, Compulsion by Jonathan Kellerman, Peony in Love by Lisa See, Certain Girls by Jennifer Weiner, Where are You Now? by Mary Higgins Clark,. Zapped by Carol Higgins Clark, Hold Tight by Harlen Coben, Dear to Me by Wanda Brunstetter. Adult nonfiction Nim Chimpsky: The Chimp Who Would Be Human by Elizabeth Hess. Junior and young adult fiction Maximum Ride: The Final Warning by James Patterson, Tiger Moth: The Pest Show on Earth by Aaron Reynolds. Young fiction Maple Syrup Season by Ann Purmell, Never Take a Shark to the Dentist (and other things not to do) by Judy Barrett, How Big is a Million? by Anna Milboume The Story of Adam and Eve, The Story of Joseph, The Story of Moses and Addie Runs Away by Joan Robbins. ,Mu Mu M tttul The Fourth Annual Winter Reading Program, "A Reading Wonderland," ended with a grand prize drawing on April 1. Thirty-five adults read more than 500 books, collec­ tively, from Jan. 1 to March 31, recording their titles on snowflakes that were saved for the drawing. Prizes were made possible through donations from Vermontville First Congregational Church, Independent Bank of Vermontville, Janelie’s Tanning and Massage, Pampered Chef Consultant Sallie Moriarty, Avon sulfo Nashville site of Legislative coffee Mil The next Barry County Chamber of Commerce Legislative Coffee will be at 8 a.m. Monday, April 14, at Mulberry Gardens Banquet Hall just north of Nashville. Attend the coffee for an opportunity to meet with. tet®,iH sM aafjlaimj; «p- ftffluliftMM AU Boi 505, ffl Cote Sl nite taHfi state and local officials to discuss current issues affect­ ing the area. These gather­ ings are free, informal, and open to the public. For more information, call the Chamber at (269) 945­ 2454, MAPLE VALLEY SALE a MOW. 7UE. APRIL 14 APRIL 15 WED. APRIL 16 CALIFORNIA NAVEL THUR. APRIL 17 FRl. APR. 18 str. APRIL 19 IDAHO POTATOES 2/ 00 ANGES 2/ 00 4111$. Winter reading program ends at Vermontville Township Library * X* * 133 S.Maln You’re In, You’re Out... Nashville, Ml You’re H me 517-852-0868 Grocery Store Pricing With Party Store Convenience! Consultant Tillie Tubbs, Duey’s Comer, Barnes and Noble Booksellers, Vermontville Women’s Club, Vermontville Lions Club, M-C Auto Repair and Towing, Stanton’s Auctioneer Service, Vermontville Maple Syrup Association and State Rep. Rick Jones. Prizes were won by Nick Smith, Rose Batdorff, Amy Peters, Dawn Conklin, Corrine Anderson, Cheryl Sheridan, Deana Hampton, Diana Reid, Marge Wolff, Christine Allesio, Darlene Hosey, Lisa Trumble and Phyllis Smith. Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, arid Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service lQlUaColl CFOctLoCl tLnU 227NMAIN NAS-HVILLEst., TRO 5 lbs. R HARDWOOD PREGO BACON SPAGHETTI BAR-S W BAR-S FRANKS FRYER DRUMS & THIGHS Phone (517) 852-1915 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 Rick Winegar, Realtor - GRI e-PRO Cell 269-838-2884 Jerry Reese, Realtor - ABR Jeff Weiler, Realtor Home 517-852-5066 517-852-1915 Lb. KRAFT IGA NEW LISTING: LOCATED IN NASHVILLE ON ALMOST 2 ACRES PRICE REDUCED TO $95.0001 Three bedrooms, 1-1/2 baths, for­ GOOD FAMILY HOME IN mal dining room, large covered NASHVILLE! deck and patio, 3 car garage plus extra garage for lawn and garden ., tools. Lots of elbow room for outcentral air, fenced yard. Call Homer side recration and gardening. Cali or Rick. (N-157) homer for more info. Appliances included. (N-40) 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1st floor laundry, 2 ,car garage, 2/heated workshyo,p Patio &g3 segasons room IN NASHVILLE NOW $55.00011 2 bedroom home on corner lot, appliances included, also some other furnishings. Possession at close! Call Rick or Homer. (N-31) MACARONI SHREDDED & CHEESE CHEESE 5/$900 2/$E00 HHI 7.25 OZ. TOTINO THORNAPPLE LAKE - $88,90011 FAMILY HOME $72,5001! IN NASHVILLE ATTENTION YOUNG COUPLES! APPROX. 1900 SQ. FT. 4 bedroom, 2 full bath home with fenced back yard, MFL, large kitchen and dining, huge living room, all appl. incl., (except hot tub neg.), includes 2 car heated garage plus bonus 1 car garage. Call Rick-for an appt. (N-39) Hard to find a nicer "first home* for the price. Immaculate upkeepll 2 bedrooms (poss. 3). gorgeous kitchen, 1st floor laundry, 3 sea­ sons porch. Blacktop'drive to a 24x32 garage and 14x24 shed. 1 year home warranty provided by (N-37) seller. NASHVILLE - NICE "UPDATED" VACANT PARCELS 2.2 ACRES NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE. On main road - surveyed, perked, modulars acceptable. Nat. gas available, rolling with some trees. Land Contract terms. Call Homer. PRICE REDUCED! VL-! Shows like new, 1998 mfg. home, central air, double lot. Call Rick or Homer. (LK-26) REDUCED TO $85,000! NEAR SAUBEE LAKE, MOVE-IN CONDITION 3 bedrooms, main floor laundry, clean, well maintained oak cabi­ nets. Attached 2 car garage. Lakewood many Schools, improvements including windows and siding and many updates, 2+ ACRES North of Vermontville, blacktop road, natural gas available, surveyed, roof 2004. Back deck is 24x12, perked. Contract terms. Call Homer. ' (VL-34) appliances including. Beautiful setting to view wildlife. Call Rick. 60 ACRES • FARM Sr HUNTING LAND. JUST REDUCED TO $185,0001 . (CH-3( Approximately 30 acres woods. Call Homer br Rick. (VL-159) PIZZOOLLS 17 -19.8 OZ. HOT 9 0Z. We reserve the right to limited quantities and correct printing errors. None sold to dealers or minors. Some items not always as pictured. 3 ACRES PERKED ® SURVEYED: Rolling terrain, seeded to hay, seller financing available. North of Vermontville, blacktop road. PRICE REDUCED! Call Homer. • (VL-155) Nashville IGA Express Accepts: Mon.-Thur. 6AM-iopm: Sat. 7AM-Midnlght; Sun. 9AM-10PM Bridge Cards S B �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday. April 12, 2008 - Page 8 Little Miss pageant set for April 26 Sixteen girls, between the ages of 7 and 9 years old, will brave the stage of the Vermontville Opera House Saturday, April 26, at 5 p.m., during the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival. There is no reserved seat­ ing. and doors will not be opened until 4:45 p.m. Although there is no charge to watch the pageant, dona­ tions are always welcome and are applied toward next year's program. The young ladies are the candidates of the eighth annual Little Miss Maple Syrup Princess pageant. Each February, young girls from the Maple Valley School District register for the April pageant. While sit­ ting in the bleachers watch­ ing the .parade in 1999. Founder and Co-chairperson Kathie Perez thought it would be cute to see a little princess riding on the parade float with the queen and her court. That was the begin­ ning of a lot of planning and brainstorming as to how to present it to the festival board for the following year. Festival Corporation President Gene Fisher agreed to the idea and the Maple Syrup Festival of 2000 introduced its first Little Miss Maple Syrup Princess Pageant. Each year, the candidates learn dance routines to a theme. This year’s theme is the 1960s. The pageant consi sts of 16 candidates who, this year, are ages 7 and 8. "Generally, we have a few 9-year-oIds' too, but this year, we didn’t get any registered," said Perez. "Our limit, because of space, is 16 candidates, and that is fulfilled this year. We’ve tried more—20—and we’ve had Jess—about 12— but we found 16. to be the magic number." During the pageant, the girls are judged by three judges from out of the area, who are kept a secret until pageant day. Just prior to the 5 p.m. event, each girl meets with the judges on an indi­ vidual basis. "We do this so the girls can see and meet the judges before they know they are actually being judged,” said Perez. “We have been telling them for two months that the ‘judges will be watching them and looking for smiles.’ We don’t want them to have any mental images of ‘monsters.’ We want them to know they are nice people and just want them to have fun on the stage like everyone else. It seems to help the ‘pre-show jitters.’” Once the program begins, Co-Chairpersons Kathie Perez (left) and Dina Miller. rnJCTIOflCERS G SENIORS FRIDAY, APRIL 18,2008 • 10:00 A.M. PUBLIC AUCTION Located at 5445 N. Mason Road, Nashville, Ml (approx. 2 miles east ofNashville on ifashville Hwy. to Mason Road and 1/2 mile north) Good Fannail H tractor; Tools including Craftsman jointer/planer; Simplicity 12.5 HP lawn mower with deck; Good Wheelhorse 10 HP lawn tractor w/real lift, front snow blade, rear mount cultivator; approx. 4 face cords firewood split and 4 not split; Very good 20th Century antique parlor stove #18B; Antique glass side and top show cabinet; Large amount of glassware and dishes; Antique chests and dressers; Oil lamps; Antique jelly cupboard; Cherry dropleaf table; Wooden knee hole desk; Appliances; Household items; Lots of antique furniture parts, more. MR. & MRS. ROBERT SAUNDERS, OWNERS 144 South Main St P.O. Box 146 Vermontville, Ml 49096 F Ph Phone: 517-726-0181 Fax: 517-726-0060 e-mail stanlonsauctionsgsbcgtotaW e-mai wwwstamons-auctionscom Selling real estate and all types of property, at auction, anywhere. Chris Stanton 543-0598 iKathleen J. Swan (Lansing) 517-349-8235 the girls perform two group dance routines, taught by choreographers Arriannah Perez and Carmen Wells. They perform a personal talent oftheir choice, as well. "We have a segment ofthe program where each girl identifies a ‘Special Person’ in their life and presents them with a small gift of appreciation. Usually it’s Mom, Dad or another family member. But, whoever they are, it certainly must be a great feeling that they were chosen because ofthe impact they have made in her life so far,” Perez said. “The gift is small and in some way ties into the theme of the pag­ eant.” Perez added, "There is a couple of fun and silly parts of the program, as well. We have a question-and-answer category where the girls pull a question out of a basket and then has to answer it somewhat quickly. There are no right.or wrong answers but, some of the questions are thought-provoking. For example, would you know how to answer ‘What is your favorite Christmas present you have ever received?’ rather quickly?" There is, also, a Silly Certificate portion of the program. "This is mainly a time-filler for the judges," explains Perez. "They need some time to tally up the scores so we do ‘Silly Certificates.’” About 14 volunteers are needed to make the pageant a success. "The parents of the candi­ dates are always very coop­ erative and helpful, too. During pageant intermission, refreshments are served and the parents are the ones that supply everything for this. Without the assistance of the volunteers and the parents, the pageant wouldn’t be what it has become today," said Perez. "This is the eighth year for the pageant and hopefully the sixth year that we will have standing­ room only. It continues to gain popularity every year." Perez is slowly trying to incorporate the art ofmaking maple syrup into the pag­ eant. "This year, for the first year, Dina Miller (co-chair­ person) and I, arranged a visit to the Maple Manor to watch how the sap was col­ lected and boiled into the sweet sticky substance." Everyone trudged through the snow Saturday, March 22, and was greeted by Gene Fisher and Vice-President Steve Hayes. "They showed us how the sap was boiled and then we were treated to pancakes, sausage and fresh maple syrup prepared by Monte O’Dell, who, we were told, makes the best pancakes in town. It was a lot of fun, and I hope the girls learned something about the whole process. Some of them thought the syrup came right out ofthe tree, into the buck­ ets and onto the plate. Now, they know the truth about the buckets hanging on the Taking part in this year’s Little Miss Maple Syrup Pageant are (back row, from left) Hannah Tabor, Jaden Henke, Hunter Fears, 2008 Court Member Teketha Pfifer, Rachel Morris, 2008 Court Member Danielle Tobias, Victoria Dickinson, Emma Franklin (middle) Katie Cheeseman, Jaclyn Groves, 2008 Queen Jaklynn Platte, Auzzie Fuller, Raven Corey, Molly Walker, (front) Keeley Robinson, Taryn Medina, Alyssa Gonser and Maddie Young. (Not pictured is Alison Childers.) trees." Perez, the volunteers, and the 16 candidates invite everyone to attend the pageant this year. "I just want everyone to know that this isn’t a ‘beauty pageant’ by any means," Every one of them will receive a trophy, a sash with their name on it, flowers and a gift bag full of prizes and gift certificates. The only difference is the Princess also receives a tiara, a ‘Princess’ sash, a $200 U.S. a Savings Bond and ‘Princess’ T-shirt. I want everyone to know that this is the pageant where every girl walks away a winner.” Candidates practicing one of their dance routines. Perez said. "These girls are all beautiful in their own way. I suppose it is more of a confidence-builder than any­ thing else. Some .girls come in extremely shy in the beginning, and by the time pageant day rolls around, there is no sign of shyness left in any of them. Butterflies in the tummy maybe, but no shyness. There is no ‘one winner.’ of this pageant, either, because they are all winners here. I explain to them that when you start something, any­ thing, and you stick with it to the'end, you are a winner. And these girls are just that. GREEN LIGHT O / DRIVING SCHOOL u.c ( ] C-7 517-852-0000 < 301 N- Main (M-66), Nashville Segment I Start Dates: April 28 May 27 Segment II Start Dates: May 27 JULY 9 s FREE Parent Meeting, Saturday, April 19 @ 9:30 am SUMMER SEGMENT I AND II CLASS DATES NOW AVAILABLE Hfe partner with parents forSAFE teen drivers �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Saturday. April 12, 2008 — Page 9 Librarian deems Putnam’s Craft Month a success Putnam District Library’s annual tradition of celebrat­ ing National Craft Month in March was again a success, according to librarian Shauna Swantek. The month’s activities were hosted by the Nashville library’s Tuesday night Craft Club, which meets at 5:30 each week to learn from each other and socialize. New members are welcome. Nearly 25 crafters from Maple Valley Elementary Menu Monday, April 14 Cheeseburger Hot Pocket, carrot sticks, fruit snack, ani­ mal crackers. Tuesday, April 15 Macaroni & cheese, green beans, push-up, muffin. Wednesday, April 16 Mini cheeseburgers, smile potatoes, pineapple, Rice Krispie Treat. Thursday, April 17 Pizza, tossed salad, fruit cocktail, brownie. Friday, April 18 Soft tacos, whole kernel corn, Mandarin oranges, cookie. Maple Valley JrJSr. High Lunch Menu Monday, April 14 Grilled cheese, tomato soup, Calif, blend veg., pineapple. Salad Bar. Tuesday, April 15 Chicken tenders, cheesie potatoes, veg. medley, peaches. Deli Bar. Wednesday, April 16 Double dogs w/chili, onion rings, green beans, cinnamon apples. Burger Chicken Bar. Thursday, April 17 Lasagna w/B. stick, broccoli w/cheese, carrots, Mandarin oranges. Mexican Bar. Friday, April 18 Quesadilla, refried beans, banana, churro. Country Chicken Bar. Note: Entree’s available daily: Cheeseburger, variety of chicken sandwiches, pizza, peanut butter and jelly sand­ wich, fish sandwich, honey and peanut butter sandwich, 6 ozs. yogurt w/string cheese. Sides available daily: garden salad, juice, fresh fruit. Milk is included with all full meal purchases. Second available on vegetables at no additional charge. Assorted bread choices daily. COBBWELL DRILLING (REPAIR • 7 Day Service • Pumps Installed & Repaired • Service On Submersible Pumps • 2” - 5" Well Drilling and Repair 30 Years Experience Estimates Available 517-726-0377 356 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Richard Cobb David Cobb Ml Lie. #1748 This young lady displays the tote bag she made from collector cards during a workshop at Putnam District Library. the area featured items dur­ ing the month-long show. The event was even more successful this year due to added programming. Library Director Shauna Swantek hosted two work­ shops. During the introduc­ tion to metal embossing class, participants created their own pieces of art to wear as pins. At another workshop, Swantek guided attendees in making a purse out of play­ ing cards and packing tape. With enough interest, the library hopes to offer some type of crafting adventure one Saturday each month. Swantek said the highlight of this year’s craft month was an informative show and tell by Nashville resident Lyle French, who shared his extensive button collection with more than a dozen visi­ tors. He gave a history of buttons and button collecting and gladly answered the questions of those in atten­ dance. Those interested in more craft programming at the library are invited to stop by on Tuesday evenings. The large selection of crafting books available at the library The handiwork of various local crafters was featured will provide many ideas for at Putnam District Library in Nashville. projects. Portland Federal Credit Union opens doors to new headquarters As of April 21, Portland Federal Credit Union will welcome members and guests to its new corporate headquarters at 9077 Charlotte Highway, just south of the former location. This larger, more efficient, facility in Portland will enhance members’ experi­ ence. Leadership through the years and loyal membership growth to more than 20,000 members and more than $200 million in assets required more space than the 48-year-old building on Charlotte and Bridge streets could’provide. “We believe this move is an investment in our mem­ bers, the town of Portland and our entire service area,” says Gary May, president and chief executive officer of PFCU. “With our five locations—Portland, Ionia, Westphalia, Lake Odessa and Lansing—and plans for additional branches in Barry and Kent counties, we see PFCU serving our members’ financial needs well beyond the 60 years we recently cel­ ebrated.” Moving day for the Portland office will be Saturday, April 19, and the lobby at the old location of Bridge and Charlotte streets office will be closed. The drive-through will be open from 8 a.m. to noon and the ATM on the outside of the building will be available for use through April 20. The new facility will open the following Monday. Six drive-through lanes and a drive-up ATM at the back of the building also are expect­ ed to be up and running. May, Board President Dan Schrauben, and the volun­ teers and staff of PFCU invite members and residents of the communities at large to an open house Tuesday, April 15, between 5 and 7 p.m. Visitors can take a tour of the building and enjoy some light refreshments and giveaways. Plans are in the works for a grand opening the week of May 5 through 10. Membership of PFCU is Lyle French talks to library patrons about the history open to persons who live, work, worship or attend of buttons and his collection. school in Barry, Ionia, or Kent counties and the city of Lansing, as well as to all businesses in those areas. Statewide construction mapnow available The annual state highway construction map is now available from the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT). The free guide, called "Paving the Way," is updated each year to help motorists locate major road and bridge projects across the state. The 2008 map will be available at MDOT's Transportation Service Centers and Travel Michigan's Welcome Centers, and posted at state rest areas. "A good road system is crucial for economic growth in order to attract new busi­ ness across the state. Road construction is necessary to preserve and maintain our roads," said Kirk T. Steudle, state transportation director. "MDOT is committed to keeping the public informed about our projects. This con­ struction map is a good resource to guide motorists traveling throughout the state during this year's busy road construction season." As in past years, the 2008 edition of "Paving the Way" also details construction on state roads in Detroit and Grand Rapids, providing maps specific to these two areas. Motorists are encouraged to check MDOT's frequently updated list of lane closures that is accessible on the MDOT Web site at www.michigan.gov/laneclosures. To request copies of "Paving the Way," contact the MDOT Office of Communications in Lansing at (517) 373-2160. BOBBIN'S • lump Start Servicee ‘Tire Service ‘Lotk Out Service ’We M Junk Car$ Call: Jeffor Chris (269) 945-0191 .1847 E. M 79 Hwv Hastincs, Ml 4 JEFF DOBBIN'S auto service, inc. 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Call (269)967-1876 FOR SALE: GROUND POOL, Garage Sale SECOND TIME AROUND SALE: Zion Lutheran Church, 6338 Velte Rd., Woodland (1/2 mile south of Lakewood High School). On Friday, April, 18th, 9am6pm & Saturday, April 19th, 9am-2pm. Wide variety of items for the home, adult thru childrens clothing, and baked goods. We stock a complete line of... • Pumps * Tanks * Plastic & Steel Pipe * Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Richard Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 0076 NASHVILLE NASHVILLE HWY. HW VERMONTVILLE PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Acl 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. Now accepting MasterCard & Visa AUCWCVC'J1'J1 1I £0 GARAGE SALES VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE The Village of Vermontville will hold Village wide garage sales on Thursday, May 22nd from 9am to 4pm Friday, May 23rd from 9am to 4pm Saturday, June 23rd from 9am to 2pm Anyone interested in having a garage salejust drop offyour address in the drop box at the office by May 13th for placement in the Maple Valley News. TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS WILL BE INCLUDED TOO! Official Notice There will be a Public Meeting held on April 17, at 7 p.m. in the Conference Center at Pennock Hospital for anyone interested in learning more about the expansion of Pennock Hospital. Discussion will include the major themes that influenced the Pennock Board of Trustees’ decision for the Hospital’s expansion: quality of service, parking, single rooms for patients, additional ser­ vices, financial viability, and the ability of the Hospital to remain competitive. Pennock 1009 W. Green St. • Hastings 06670596 Mobile Homes FOR SALE: 1990 Fairmont mobile home. 14x70, 2 bed­ rooms, 1 bath, appliances in­ cluded. Excellent condition, $4,000. Call 517-663-7065 leave message. Business Services BARN ROOFING & SID­ ING: 55' bucket truck, (269)945-9836/ (616)292-6967. CABINETRY STARLITE KITCHENS serves all of your cabinetry needs. Jennifer Neeb works within your budget and offers free house calls and estimates. Show­ room located inside Thomp­ son Interiors in Lake Odessa. Call (616)889-1340 or visit StarliteKitchens.com / pro­ motion for an online cou­ pon! Help Wanted Girls Night Out planned in Hastings May 8 PARAMEDICS: IMMEDIGet the shopping bags ATE OPENING for quali­ ready, ladies. More than 30 fied individual for a low vol­ ume decent wage. position. Hastings businesses will be Duties include, but not limit­ hosts to Girls’ Night Out ed to, rig checks, station du­ from 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday, ties, inventory control and May 8. assisting director with as­ Women are encouraged to signed duties. Must posses treat themselves and their current Michigan Paramed­ girlfriends to the best shop­ ics license, ACLS certifica­ ping party of the year, enjoy­ tion, valid Michigan drivers license, Tri-county certifica­ ing female camaraderie, spe­ tion. Must be a team player cial dining, extended busi­ & self starter. Call or stop by ness hours and shopping fun. for an interview and applica­ Thirty-four downtown busi­ tion. All inquires should be nesses will offer special dis­ directed to: Jim Robertson, Lakewood Community Am­ counts, demonstrations and bulance Service, 270 W. lots of refreshments. The Holly Trolley will be Broadway, Woodland, MI 48897 or phone (269)367­ available to make getting 4768. around to participating busi- Fann E.A.R.T.H. = EDUCATED ANIMAL Rescue and Teen Haven is in urgent need of HAY DONATIONS. We will come pick it up, clean out your bam of old hay (Any type ofhay that isn't moldy). E.A.R.T.H. 501 (c)3 is a non-profit organization. All donations are tax deduc­ tible. PLEASE CALL (269)962-2015 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: Recreation Jacqueline Blankenship and WANTED: USED CANOE Bruce E. Blankenship, Husband HOME and Wife to Mortgage Electronic AND 12'-14' ROWBOAT. IMPROVEMENTS/HANRegistration System, Inc., solely (517)852-9913 DYMAN: Specializing, in as nominee for Access Mortgage, and Financial, Mortgagee, dated decks, roofing, windows, Wanted May 14, 2003 and recorded May siding, additions & remodel­ WANTED: USED CANOE 20, 2003 in Instrument # 1104772 ing. Experienced work for AND 12'-14' ROWBOAT. Barry County Records, Michigan. affordable prices. Call Alan Said mortgage was subsequently (517)852-9913 Klein for all your home im­ assigned to: Household Finance provement needs. (269)945­ DO YOU WANT QUALITY Corporation III, on which mort9269 PRINTING at affordable gage there is claimed to be due at prices? Call J-Ad Graphics at the date hereof the sum of SixtyThree Thousand Three Hundred (269)945-9554. Ninety Dollars and Forty-Four Cents ($63,390.44) including interest 14.125% 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 fore­ closed by a sale of the mortgaged Petitions for the November 4, 2008 General Election for the follow­ premises, or some part of them, ing positions are available at the Vermontville Village Office or by at public vendue, Circuit Court of contacting Sharon Stewart, Vermontville Township- Clerk at 517­ Barry County at 1:00PM on May 726-1159: 8,2008. Said premises are situat(6) Library Board TYustees ed in Township of Hope, Barry Petitions must be filed with the Township Clerk by 4:00 p.m. on County, Michigan, and are described as: Part of Section 9, Tuesday uesay, May ay 13 , 2008 . 06670423 Town 2 North, Range 9 West, described as: commencing at the South one-quarter corner of said section; thence North 03 degrees 06 minutes 51 seconds East along the North and South onequarter line 1615.20 feet to the point of beginning; thence contin­ uing North 03 degrees 06 min­ utes 51 seconds East along the North and South one-quarter line 413.46 feet; thence South 84 degrees 26 minutes 46 seconds East 160.62 feet; thence North 78 degrees 36 minutes 03 seconds East 84.89 feet; thence South 04 Will begin April 7th and degrees 57 minutes 23 seconds West 117.72 feet; thence South end April 21st 88 degrees 09 minutes 21 sec­ Please have your leaves and brush at the curb­ onds East 70.84; thence South side and in separate piles. There is a $5.00 19 degrees 28 minutes 04 seccharge per month put on your water bill onds East 18.89 feet; thence South 03 degrees 06 minutes 51 you have a pick up. seconds West parallel with said ' 06670052 North and South one-quarter line 278.02 feet; thence North 89 degrees 50 minutes 11 seconds West 317.37 feet to the point of beginning. Commonly known as 5657 Wilkins Road, Hastings Ml 49058 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with 600.3241 or MCL MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL Beginning April 14th the Village DPW willbe 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later. Dated: APRIL 2, 2008 Household flushing hydrants, 9am to 3pm and will finish up Finance Corporation III Assignee on April 16th. This might cause some discol­ of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 oration so be careful doing washing during this South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester time. If you have any questions please call the Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 08-90506 ASAP# garage 726-1444. 2729253 04/05/2008, 04/12/2008, 04/19/2008, Village of Vermontville DPW 06670055 04/26/2008 06669950 VERMONTVILLE TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE RESIDENTS BRUSH AND LEAF PICKUP NOTICE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE HYDRANT FLUSHING nesses a little easier. This complementary service is sponsored by Girls' Night Out businesses and Barry County Transit Check out www.barrychamber.com for more information. 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: Paul T. Boyer & Carol E. Boyer, Husband and Wife, As Joint Tenants to Homeowners Loan Corporation, Mortgagee, dated October 5, 2000 and recorded October 31, 2000 in Instrument #1051394 Barry County Records,'Michigan. Said mortgage was subsequently assigned through mesne assign­ ments to: Household Finance Corporation III, on which mort­ gage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Seven Thousand Eight Hundred Fifty-Six Dollars and Forty-Six Cents ($77,856.46) including interest 10.2% 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 .vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on May 8, 2008. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at the Southwest Corner of Section 19, Town 2 North, Range 9 West; Thence North 0 degrees 19 minutes 51 seconds East along the West Section Line 198 feet; thence South 88 degrees 24 minutes 12 seconds East, 472.91 feet; thence South 0 degrees 41 minutes 54 seconds West parallel to the East line of the Southwest quarter of the Southwest quarter of the Southwest quarter of said section 198 feet to the South section line; thence North 88 l degrees 24 minutes 5 seconds West along said South line; 471.62 feet to the place of begin­ ning. Subject to rights of the pub­ lic over that part as used for road purposes on Miller and Rose Roads and any easements of record. Also subject to rights-ofway easements. Mobile/ Manufactured Home Description 1992 64x28 Redman Serial #11240119 Borrower declares that the above described Mobile Home will remain permanently affixed to the property and will be treated as a fixture. Borrower also declares that the wheels, axles and hitches have been removed and that the mobile home is connected to the utilities. Borrower and lender intend that the Mobile Home lose its nature as personal property and become real property, in addition, Borrower declares that the Mobile Home has been assessed as real property for AD Valorem Taxes. Lender will reserve an interest in the Mobile Home both under the real property laws and the laws relating to Motor Vehicles and personal property. Commonly known as 6950 Rose Road, Delton Ml 49046 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless deter­ mined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice by MCL required 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later. Dated: APRIL 1, 2008 Household Finance Corporation III, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 08-90505 ASAP# 2729453 04/05/2008, 04/12/2008, 04/19/2008, 04/26/2008 06669955 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, April 12, 2008 — Page 11 Commission COUIllU on Aging Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Hearty Menu Monday, April 14 Chicken alfredo, bow tie pasta, green peas, diced beets, orange I pineapple juice. Tuesday, April 15 Veggie chili, Brussels sprouts, spiced apples, com muffin. Wednesday, April 16 Chicken strips with onions & peppers, peas & carrots, Mandarin oranges, flour tor­ tilla. Thursday, April 17 Turkey ala king, rice, red­ skin potatoes, Calif, blend vegetables, apple. Friday, April 18 Shepards pie, broccoli, pineapple tidbits, wheat bread. Cold Menu Monday, April 14 Cheese spread, black bean and tomato salad. Mandarin oranges, whole wheat crackers. Tuesday, April 15 Sliced turkey, tomato salad, diced pears, wheat bread. Wednesday, April 16 Seafood pasta salad, mari­ nated vegetables, aplesauce, whole wheat crackers. Thursday, April 17 PB & J, broccoli raisin salad, spiced apples, wheat bread. Friday, April 18 Hard boiled eggs, garbanzo bean salad, tropical fruit, wheat bread. Activities Calendar Monday, April 14: Hastings - Music with Sam; Card Making 12:30 p.m.; Crafts 10:30 a.m.; Watercolor 1 p.m.; Kinship Care 7 p.m. H, W, N - Reminscence. April Tuesday^ 15: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Beg. Line Dance noon; Bible Study 12:30 p.m. GL Cards & Games 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 16: Hastings - April Showers Dance 12:30-2:30 p.m.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m. Delton - Reminscence. 17: Thursday, April Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Beg. Line Dance noon; BP Clinic; Caregiver’s Sup. 3:30 p.m.; Cancer Support 1 p.m. Delton - Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville - TV Time. Friday, April 18: Hastings - Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m.; Model Railroad 1 p.m. Nashville - Nashvilel 5 11:30 a.m.; . Friendship Feast Woodland - Mini Massage 11 a.m. Tuesday till April 15 11:30 a.m.-l p.m. Tuesday appoint appoint-­ ments for state and federal taxes now available for those 60 years of age and older. • "Celebration of Spring" highlights old-time family fun Saturday, April 19, "The Celebration of Spring" at Historic Bowens Mills will feature horses plowing the fields, sheep-shearing demonstrations, horse-drawn rides, farm and baby ani-. mals, a Civil War living his­ tory encampment along, with springtime photos, from noon to 5 p.m. Bowens Mills is pleased to have Jerry Pepper as its sheep-shearing demonstra­ tor. Pepper, from the Allegan area, has been shearing sheep for more than 20 years. This is a rare opportu­ nity to watch a master crafts­ man demonstrate his art and technique. Guests can gain an understanding of the hard work and skills of days gone by. Pepper has adapted his own technique from New Zealand and Australian sheep shearers. He has demonstrated sheep shearing all over the state of Michigan, for school groups, libraries, nursing homes and even in a shopping mall. Young animals will be displayed in the old-fashioned atmosphere of the Bowdns Mills Gathering Place. See the new baby chicks and bunnies inside the gathering place. Bowens Mills Studios photographer Carleen Sabin will be on hand to take springtime digital children’s and family portraits. Portraits may be taken with or without live bunnies. Photo CDs will be $25. There is no admission fee to the Gathering Place for "The Celebration of Spring." Tickets into the park are $5 for adults and $3 for children 12 and under. Each visitor to the park will receive a free horse-drawn wagon ride with admission. An old-fashioned plow day will feature several teams of draft horses and plowing demonstrations throughout the day, along with a barnyard horse pull. Historic Bowens Mills enters around an 1864 grist mill and cider mill. The working museum sells its own corn meal, ground through the use of waterpowered mill stones. This second-generation, family-owned and operated state historic site receives no state or county funding. CALENDAR OF EVENTS April 12 April 12 Bi-State Poultry Clinic, MSU Anthony Hall. Swine Tagging, 1-3 p.m., Middleville Wesleyan Church Parking Lot. April 11-14 2008 4-H Dairy Conference, Kellogg Biological Station. . April 14 Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. April 15 Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. April 15 Shooting Stars Practice, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Barry County Conservation Club. April 15 Market.Goat Rate of Gain Weigh-in, 7-8 p.m., Barry County Fairgrounds. April 16 4-H Council Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. April 17 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Swine Tagging, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Barry County April 19 Fairgrounds. New Leader Orientation, 7 p.m., Extension April 24 Office. PQA Training, 6 p.m., Expo Center. April 25 PQA Training, 10 a.m., Expo Center. April 26 Swine Tagging, 9-11 a.m., Middleville April 26 Wesleyan Church Parking Lot. Old-fashioned plowing and barnyard horse pulls are on the schedule of events next Saturday at Bowens Mills, north of Gun Lake. Restorations and upkeep depend upon gate fees, spe­ cial events and donations. The mill is located mid­ way between Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo, near Yankee Springs (Gun Lake) State Park in Yankee Springs Township. The 19-acre historical park at Bowens Mills now consists of: • An 1864 grist and cider mill. The antiquated fourstory building’s main floor houses a working waterpowered cider mill • An 1840s two-story Plank House, the oldest house in Bowens Mills • A one-room school house, moved to the mill. Dating back to the 1850s, Oliia this is the oldest one-room school house in Barry County. • An 11-room Victorian house built by the Bowens in the 1860s. • A post and beam bam, home to Belgian draft horses and other farm animals. • A quaint covered bridge that crosses the old mill stream. • A 17-foot water wheel, completed in 1999 • Ye Ole Craft Shoppe, an artisans woodworking and cooper shop • The Bowens Mills Gathering Place, an arts and entertainment center for displays, social events, meet­ ings, conferences and per­ formances, plus a gift and antique shop • Fork River Trappers Trading Post, a log cabin that was completed in 2002. • Granny's Kitchen Restaurant, which prepares hot apple dumplings with ice cream, warm doughnuts, chili, hot dogs, baked beans, potato salad and drinks. Cider by the glass or by the gallon also are available. • The Saw Millers Cabin down by the old mill stream. • Line Camp Cabin, locat­ ed near the Trappers Trading Post. The mill is located at 55 Briggs Road, Middleville. For more information, visit www.BowensMills.com. tizens be informed of certain governmental activity aid public notices like the ones in this newspaper. ;e government accountable to the people. Live Michigan voters* would be concerned if ed these notices on Web sites because important information could be concealed from the public. to be able to pick up this newspaper and find out in your town, your county, or your local schools? *|-:P!C-MRA November 2007 Golfers We have an Jack & Judy’s Early Bird Special! Stop in and enjoy one before your early tee-off! 32 Country Kettle Cafe Check Out Our Monday - Tuesday - Wednesday All-You-Can-Eat Specials Friday Nashville's Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! 113 N. 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Break problems into after school. Downtime is productive because it pro­ pieces. An overwhelming totects mental health by allow­ do list can paralyze your ing them to think about their child. Younger children may day, figuring things out. This need their spelling test divid­ helps your child to recharge. ed into five words to memo­ Make sure your child has a rize nightly. Older teens couple of days each week might need help organizing free of after-school activi­ tasks for a major report. 3. Pencil in family din­ ties. This allows for home­ work and play, so kids are ners. Studies have shown We're Your Local Source for MORE. AO/ O/ FINANCING FOR 36 MONTHS* on all Utility Tractors More Selection! More Service! More Convenience! More Value! 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Some video and computer games in moderation Can actually help reduce stress. Word or puz­ zle games that require intense concentration will engross your child enough to put other pressures momen­ tarily out of mind. 6. Do guided imaginary together. Have your child picture someplace in nature that he or she loves, such as the beach, the mountains or a garden. Guide your child through an imagined sensory experience. Focusing on the soothing mental image will help him or her relax. 7. Protect sleep. Work with your child to limit latenight studying, try to enforce an earlier bedtime and sneak in some restorative daytime sleep. 8. Take the bite out of tests. Teach ‘tweens’ some instant calm-down tech­ niques to use before tests, such as imagining that they are enclosing themselves in an invisible bubble where classmates cannot bother them. If something does dis­ tract them, tell them to pre­ tend to put the stray thought into a balloon and watch it blow away. 9. Shift priorities. As a parent, you are naturally thrilled when your child brings home a stellar grade on a book report. But instead of focusing on the outcome, focus on the effort by prais­ ing hard work and follow up with questions about the book. By making children proud of their own accom­ plishments and turning their attention to the joys of learn­ ing, you will nurture their natural desire to excel. 10. Devise a less-stressfu school schedule. Parents are crucial in reviewing a child’s workload; Teaming up with a school counselor can help create a schedule that won’t overwork a student yet will keep h im or her on track for college. (Source:: Better Homes and Gardens, February 2008) Star of the Early Garden: Peas Whatever type of pea you choose to plant — English pea, snow pea or snap pea — it can be the first crop to go into the garden in spring. Peas are frost-tolerant and germinate well in cool weather and cool soil, so they can be planted as early as mid-March in southern Michigan, or as soon there­ after as the soil is dry enough to work. It is possible to plant peas too early. At soil temperatures below 40 degrees, seeds may rot rather than germinate. Well-drained soil and full sun are the basic require­ ments for peas. Seeds are sown 2 to 3 inches apart and 1 to 2 inches deep in wide beds or single or double rows. Allow 3 to 4 inches between the rows in a double row and space single rows or sets of double rows two feet apart. Sprinkling an inocu­ lant in the furrow with the seeds will enhance growth. Cover seeds and water well'. Seeds usually germinate in seven to 10 days. Supports for climbing peas can be as informal as small tree branches stuck beside the rows or strings or wires between stakes. Chicken wire and woven wire fencing are other options. All peas don’t need supports, check seed catalog and seed pack­ ets for information on the variety you’ve chosen. Mulching is a good idea as it keeps the soil cool and moist and discourages weed growth. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/822/MapleValleyNews_2008-04-19.pdf b8a2de6a15d0591d65c1e0ed7e441959 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 227 EAST STATE ST HASTINGS Ml 4905S PRSRTSTD US POSTAGE j PAID HASTINGS Ml PERMIT NO.7 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 136-No. 16, April 19, 2008 Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival is next weekend by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Three weeks of tempera­ tures above 40 degrees Fahrenheit and nights below freezing means producers will have plenty of fresh, sweet maple syrup and maple syrup products on hand for the annual Vettnontville Maple Syrup Festival, Friday, April 25, to Sunday, April 27. “We’ve had an exception­ ally good year. The weather was perfect, and there was plenty of moisture in the ground,” said Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Association President Gene Fisher. “At Maple Manor, we bottled 292 gallons of maple syrup and everyone I’ve talked to have said that they’ve had a record year. Plus, the sugar content was high, the sap was light, right up until the end. “We’ll have plenty of maple syrup, candy, pop­ corn, taffy and of course fresh, hot pancakes with maple syrup at the this year,” he added. Fisher said that it’s more than maple syrup that makes this festival special. “We have several volun­ teers who give countless hours to making this festival happen,” he said. “Without everyone working together, this wouldn’t be possible. We are fortunate to have such good volunteers who are willing to work together for the benefit of the schools, the community and church­ es.” The Maple Valley High School wrestling team’s biggest fundraiser will- be running a parking lot during band boosters raise funds by holding an annual pancake breakfast at the fire bam, and churches and service organi­ zations also raise funds and make sure festival-goers are See FESTIVAL, page 6 The Maple Valley High School Marching Band entertains crowds during the 2007 Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Grand Parade. Vermontville couple named syrup festival grand marshals Mike and Nan Visger of Vermontville will serve as grand marshals of the Vermontville Syrup Festival’s Grand Parade. by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Grand Marshals Mike and Nan Visger of Vermontville will lead the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival’s Grand Parade when it steps off down Main Street at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 26. The couple was selected by members of the Vermontville Maple Syrup Association for their years of service to the community. “They’re good people,” said Vermontville Maple Syrup Association President Gene Fisher. “Mike’s been a member of the Lions Club for a long time, and they both do a lot ofthings behind the scenes for the communi­ ty” ■The Visgers have been married 33 years and have five grown children and 25 grandchildren. Mike has owned and operated M-C Auto Repair and towing from their home on Kinsel Highway in Vermontville for 25 years. Nan works as an account assistant for R.M. Electric in Lansing. For the past eight years, Mike has used his flatbed to pull the float carrying the Little Miss Syrup Princess Pageant contestants in the grand parade. “We call them our pre­ cious cargo,” said Mike, who noted that he will have to find someone else to manage the Lions Club chicken bar­ becue during the parade this year.” “Usually I fill in for him, but this year I’ll be in the parade with him, so I guess ss we’ll need a volunteer,” ,” added Nan. “It’s two long days,” said Mike of running the Lions Club chicken barbecue. “We start at seven in the morning and then stay to tear down at night and start again at seven Vermontville Township assessor sets regular office hours by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter Jeff Winans, who assumed the post of assessor for Vermontville Township Jan. 1, will be available to answer questions and assist town­ ship residents from 8 a.m. to noon every Tuesday at the Vermontville Village office, 121 Eastside Drive, Vermontville. Earlier this month, the township and the village each approved an agreement allowing Winans to use office space one day a week to make the Ithaca native more accessible to township residents. Winans, who has five years is a state-certified Level II assessor, also works for the villages of Hamilton and Newark. He just finished a complete reassessment for Hamilton will work closely with Landmark Appraisals, helping them set up the new assessment database for the township. Vermontville Township’s assessment is the result of the Michigan State Tax Commission unanimous vote in August 2007 to seize con­ trol of the township’s tax rolls and turn it over to an independent agency for reassessment before return­ ing the tax rolls to the town­ ship’s control. This came after the commission’s 14point review, initiated by a taxpayer complaint in February 2007, found the township’s tax rolls to be “significantly non-compliant,” when it scored 98 out of 196 points possible on the review. A new telephone has also been hooked up at the village office for the assessor so township residents who can­ not call or stop in to see Winans during his regular office hours can call and leave a message on the answering machine 517-726­ 0355. Winans said he will check the messages and return calls as soon as possi­ ble Monday through Friday. the next day.” In addition to being mem­ bers of the Lions Club for 18 years, the Visgers have fur­ nished cars for both the Vermontville an Nashville fire departments to practice on, and to the local Boy Scout troop for their “car bash” fundraiser during the festival. The Visgers have also sponsored the trophy for the syrup festival’s arm wrestling tournament for many years. “We just try to do whatev­ er we can for the community and the festival,” explained Mike. He said he even considers his business a service to the community. “We always try to treat people like family. If I see kids doing things they shouldn’t, I talk to them about it, and their parents say, ‘Good. Maybe they’ll listen to you because they won’t listen to me,”’ said Mike. “And they say I can’t retire as long as they still have kids driving.” Jones to host safety hearings State Rep. Rick Jones will host a product safety task force hearing April 21 in Lansing to listen to expert testimony regarding the safe­ ty of pet food. Last year's pet food scan­ dal claimed the lives of thou­ sands of family pets so the House Republican Product Safety Task Force is concen­ trating its initial efforts on understanding why this tragedy occurred, taking sug- gestions to ensure that prod­ ucts are safe in the future, and helping discover options for those affected by recalls. "This is a great opportuni­ ty to ensure we're equipped with the necessary tools to prevent our dogs and cats from being killed by poison Chinese pet food," said Jones, R-Grand Ledge. "As See SAFETY, page 3 In This Issue Vermontville Township Assessor Jeff Winans • Student-led spring plant sale to benefit Maple Valley FFA • Blessing of the Bikes at UMC • Wooly Lamb coming to Putnam District Library • Calley announces re-election bid • Fun to be Young in Bellevue hosting Numbers, Numbers Everywhere �Just Say *As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday. April 19, 2008 — Page 2 Rep. Calley announces re-election bid Citing a strong desire to continue serving residents of Ionia and Barry counties. State Rep. Brian Calley yes­ terday formally announced his bid for re-election to the 87th House District A first-term Republican state lawmaker. Calley became an advocate for the district with a willingness to reach across party lines to help improve the quality of life for local residents and Michigan as a whole. "My priorities will always be set by the people back home, not by any special interests in Lansing," said Calley, of Portland. "It is a tremendous honor to repre­ sent local residents, and I want to continue to provide a strong voice for my con­ stituents in the next legisla­ tive session." Calley has taken has kept "Random Acts of Kindness," a group of local volunteers who help neighbors in need. On the legislative front, Calley has focused on improving the state’s econo­ my and creating jobs for Michigan families. He authored a law allowing residents informed about statewide issues .with his biweekly editorial column. Additionally, he sponsored public events to help resi­ dents fight unfair property tax assessments and toy leadtesting clinics to protect local children. Calley also started start-up busmesses to contin­ ue receiving key tax incen­ tives to improve the state’s economy and create jobs. "Small businesses drive Michigan’s economy and are See CALLEY, page 5 V2 Develop Your God-Given Talents GOOD TIME PIZZA 501 North Main, Nashville It is normal and quite natural to bemoan our failings and to wish that we were better, especially when we compare ourselves to others. Most ofus are painfully aware ofthe- many ways in which we fall short ofperfection. We 852-1985 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK LUMBER & HARDWARE 219 S. State St., Nashville, MI 852-0882 Monday-Saturday 7:30 am to 5:30 pm www. hometownlumber, com 113 N. Main Nashville (517) 852-9700 Jack & Judy’s Country Kettle Cafe HOURS: Open 7 Days 6am to 8pm 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 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) 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 110 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG 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 ABUNDAHT 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. FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE Wed. 530 p.m................. Family Supper 6:00-7:15 Pioneer Club Sun: 9:00.................... Sunday School 10: 00 Church Senrice 11: 00 Fellowship GRACE COMMUNITY 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 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 PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School ol........... .......................... 9:45 Morning Worship........ 11 a.m. Evening Worship........ .......... 6 Wednesday Family Night Service ......... .6:45 p.m. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte .one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. . . PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday . ™ H A LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Cafe 202 N. Main St., Nashville, MI 49073 a Sun.-Thurs. 6 am-2 pm; Fri. & Sat. 6 am-8 pm 517-852-2500 HAPPY TRAILS... KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Services 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages .. .10:30 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 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.................. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service....... .................. 11 P.M. Service....... .................. 7 Wed. Service ..... ......... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE. NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School............... 11:15 a.m. PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 rm V Low-priced prescriptions, great coffee & relaxing massage. We'll help you feel better! Maple Valley pharmacy- regular hours • Mon-Fri 9-6 • Sat 9-1 219 N. Main • Nashville 517.852.0845 • toll free 877.852.2601 • fax 517.852.0461 www.mapUvalleyrx.com ti^Bean counter MVP massage therapy □ WOLEVER’S REALTOR’ Real Estate Elsie E. Wolver Broker 135 Washington P.O. Box 95 Vermontville, MI Res. 49096-0095 (517) 726-0637 R.S.V. Galatians 6.4 ABUNDANT GRACE WORLD OUTREACH CENTER w THE GARDNERS: SHIRLEY AND RICHARD But let each one test his own work, and then his reason to boast will be in himselfalone and not in his neighbor Nashville’s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! icon * 0 created by God to be exactly what God wanted us to be, and instead offocusing on our shortcomings, we ought to focus on our strengths. Each ofus has some particular talent. Some of us are good at math and science, whereas others are good at verbal skills. Some people have a knack for music or drama, while others have the ability to figure out how things work and how to fix them when they don’t. Whatever our particular talents may be, we should work to develop them. If we let our talents lie idle and rust, we are like the man who buries his money in a hole in the ground instead ofinvesting it with interest. For the man who buries his money may discover that his money is no longer there when he goes to find it. In the same way, ifwe let our talents go undeveloped, we may find that they are no longer there. So, we should develop our talents and avoid always comparing ourselves to others. HOMETOWN: f rx PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship................. 8:30 a.m (Includes Children's Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearte-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 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................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service .................. 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service .......6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service . . .6:30 p.m. AWANA............... 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies: United Methodist Women: 2nd Tues. Ray VanderLaan’s videos, “That the World May Know," will be showing at 7 p.m. every Sunday night through March 16 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday. April 19, 2008 — Page 3 Student-led spring plant sale to benefit Maple Valley FFA For the past three years, Maple Valley High School’’s plant and animal biology students have learned the basics of entrepreneurship through growing, marketing and sell­ ing a variety of plants and flowers. Rakers Acres in Litchfield, once again, donated hundreds of flower “plant plugs” that the stu­ dents organized, sanitized and transplanted for a week and a half prior to spring break. Students also planted a variety of vegetables, start- ing them from seed. The project is housed in the school’s 16-by-18-foot greenhouse which was built in 2005. For the past two months, students have been responsi­ ble for maintaining the plants with fertilized water every other day and providing arti­ ficial lighting for some ofthe vegetable plants. The class will have approximately 25 coconut baskets, 80 small 10-inch baskets and 30 flats for sale to the public and student body from May 5 to 9. Petunias, mums, marigolds, tomatoes, pep­ pers, begonias and many other types of flowers and vegetables will be available, with prices ranging from $3 to $15. Funds received from the plant sale are used for a vari­ ety of FFA activities includ­ ing conferences, leadership programs and awards and banquets. Aaron Saari, class instruc­ tor and FFA advisor, along with Leanne Brown, student intern, have worked together with the students to ensure a productive learning environ­ ment Saari says the sale gener­ ates $400 to $500 for the program, and is one of approximately six annual fundraisers he and his stu­ dents organize during the year. "This is a great opportuni­ ty for the students to learn about horticulture, working together, problem-solving and having fun with every aspect of it," says Saari. Blessing of the Bikes at Kalamo UMC Jump on a bike and come most dangerous on record for to the little church in deaths and injuries on motor­ Kalamo. The Kalamo United cycles in Michigan, so the Methodist Church will host a church will provide this time "Blessing of the Bikes" at its to pray for travel on two Saturday evening worship wheels. A message for safe service April 26 at 6 p.m. -travels and —.appmpriate-. The church is located oh music will be given. There Ionia Road, 1.5 miles south will be time during the serv­ of M-79. ice to go outside and pray for Last year was one of the each bike and its riders. Those who enjoy looking at motorcycles, riders or not, are encouraged to join and admire these fine machines. Many pass the church on their way to the Vermontville Maple' Syrup Festival, and this might be a good time to stop and become acquainted. Refreshments of hot dogs. chips and other treats will follow the service. Sunday worship services will be the usual 9 and 10:30 a.m. A broadcast ofthe serv­ ices at play at 9 a.m. on WLCM, 1390 AM every Sunday. For more informa­ tion, contact visit www.kalamochurch.org. or call 517-541-1144. Wooly Lamb coming to Putnam District Library Anyone who likes baby animals should make plans to attend story time at 11 a.m. Friday, April 25, at Putnam District Library. The library will be wrapping up its "Cute and Cuddly" series by hosting a sheep story time. Wooly the adorable baby lamb will make a special appearance. Visitors will be able to pet him and listen to stories about sheep. Children of all ages and their parents are welcome to attend. Parents are reminded not to forget to bring cameras. Putnam District Library in Nashville is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, 3 to 8 p.m. Vermontville man one of three promoted Jim Venton of Vermontville was recently promoted from project man­ ager to senior project manag­ er by Clark Construction Company. Venton has 13 years of experience in the commercial construction industry. He is currently working on the Firekeepers Casino near Battle Creek, and recently completed work on the 306,000-square-foot Parker High School in Howell which included extensions of water and sanitary lines as well as road improvements. Venton has a bachelor of science degree in construc­ tion management from Michigan State University. He has served on Clark’s safety committee and is an experienced ISO auditor. Clark Construction Company was founded in 1946 and is ranked as one of the top 100 construction management firms in the nation by Engineering News Record. The firm has offices in Lansing and Petoskey and projects throughout Michigan. SAFETY, continued from page 1 MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Tuesday - Friday S.E. Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 ,06663407 save I Vermontville Syrup Fest Festival I | April 25, 25,26,27, 26,27, 2008 | , Please present this coupon at any Mid America I Shows’ ticket booth & receive one regular priced ■ I $16 P.O.P. Ride Wristband for only $14 during I one of the following days & times: I ■ Friday, April 25 • 4PM to 10PM Saturday, April 26 * 5PM to 11PM Sunday, April 27 • Noon to 6PM No Refunds • No Re-Bands • No Cash Value • No Rain Checks One coupon perperson. Duplications not accepte There are height restrictions on some rides. gI Destiny Kissling, plant and animal biology student, checks on plants in the greenhouse. ARE you LOOKING FOR A SAFE, RELIABLE, AND CARING ENVIRONMENT FOR YOUR CHILD BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL? Jim Venton The Place to Gofor Professional Styling Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, and 9 a.m. to noon Saturday. The library serves the vil­ lage of Nashville and Assyria, Castleton and Maple Grove townships. legislators, it is our duty to help protect Michigan fami­ lies, and the Product Safety Task Force will allow us to assure that our children and pets are not endangered by having dangerous pet food or toys sold in this country." Jones will host the hear­ ings at the Eaton County Sheriffs office, 1025 Independence Blvd, in Charlotte, Monday, April 21, at 1 p.m. Speakers will include Dr. Dalen Agnew, MSU veteri­ nary associate professor; and Dr. Alan Shlosberg, MSU veterinary toxicologist. Jones also invites the general public to attend. Contact Jones1 office at 517-373-0825 with ques­ tions. THE MAPLE VALLEY LATCHKEY PROGRAM OFFERS: Safe and convenient delivery to your child's school building: No need to walk to a bus stop or wait outside in inclement weather. Available childcare when the school schedule changes: When there is a school delay... the morning session of the Latchkey Program is open at 6:00 a.m. Homework Assistance: The Latchkey Program works with the students' teach­ ers to coordinate homework needs Minimum of television and video time: We have videos available, but we don't have time for them. We are too busy having fun. Staff trained in CPR and First Aid For more information on the Maple Valley School Latchkey Program contact Terry Woodman at 852-9421 or visit us in the multi-purpose room at Fuller before or after school to see what our program has to offer MV children. �Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday April 19, 2008 — Page 4 AARP driver safety program offered locally Driving an automobile without periodically refresh­ ing driving skills may be hazardous to the driver’s health. Physical changes occur­ ring with age may affect a persons ability to drive safe­ ly. However, these changes are so gradual that many don't realize that they may need to adapt the way they drive. One of the most important steps to improving driving ability is to be aware of the changes and learn to adapt to them. That is where driver refresher classes, such as the AARP Driver Safety SOCIAL NEWS Program, can help. “It’s an excellent nation­ wide program that highlights the most important informa­ tion to help maintain a dri­ ver’s safety behind the wheel,” says Bill Ostergren, an AARP Driver Safety Program instructor. “The classroom refresher is open to anyone over 50. In addi­ tion, people over 55 who complete the course may be eligible for discounts on their automobile insurance.” The eight-hour course includes workbook, video presentation and active group discussions led by cer­ tified volunteers who answers such questions as: How does the aging process affect driving? Which drugs and medications could cause Arthur and Teresa Frith of Nashville celebrate their 30th wedding anniversary April 19, 2008. Married at Naval Station Norfolk, Virginia, Arthur is a retired Navy chief petty officer working at WBCK 95.3 FM in Battle Creek. Teresa is a former Maple Valley News reporter. She is now a Navy chief petty officer assigned to the Fleet Public Affairs Center Detachment Atlantic in Norfolk. The two-day course is being offered by Green Light Driving School LLC at 301 N. Main (M-66), Nashville, April 21 and April 23 from 9 a.m. to I p.m. Lunch is avail­ able through the Coalition on Aging for a nominal fee. For more information or to regis­ ter for die class, contact Bill at (517) -852-1760 or Gary at (517) 852-0000. GFWC hears history of Vermontville Local resident and histori­ Zemke. an Jim Zemke gave a presen­ The first local paper was tation on the history of printed in 1879, call The Vermontville at the recent Vermontville Enterprise. In General Federation 1884 the name was changed Women’s Club meeting. to Vermontville Hawk, and As history showed, settlers then in 1894, it was the came from Vermont, and they were given $5792 in Vermontville Echo. Now we advance to purchase the all know it to be the Maple land. After _a long, search, .Valley News. Copies of all they found the area they those papers were in a col­ wished to settle and called it lection of Zemke’s and were Vermontville after their available for the club to home colony. The year was review. 1837 when 22 families came Following the program, a west; each family was given nominating committee pre­ $212.50 and 10 acres in town sented the slate of officers to build their homes and 160 for the upcoming year. acres to farm. Those approved were Interestingly enough the settlers wrote the rules and President Cheryl Sheridan, code of laws that govern the First Vice President Marylou village. One has that there Bignail, Treasurer Sherry shall be no spirits allowed in Reynolds, and Secretary the town. “Rules do seem to Lois Siple. Other officers change over the years,” said Friths to celebrate 30th wedding anniversary problems behind the wheel? How can people drive more safely on today’s congested highways? What is the best way to avoid confrontation with an aggressive driver? “These classes are very popular,” notes notes Mr. Ostergren. “The cost is only $10 per person, and no driv­ ing exam or other tests are involved.” remained the same. A donation to the Vermontville Library for $30 was granted, enabling the library to purchase a Cricut which will cut letters and stencils for making signs and scrapbooking. was allotted items for the bags for the Also, money to purchase personal care Eaton County See GFWC, next page COUNSELOR’S CORNER Contacting a counselor Scholarship applications As the year comes to an Many scholarship oppor­ tunities are available for sen­ end. it is sometimes difficult iors but the deadlines are fast to contact a counselor. The approaching. Seniors should counselors are working on check on applications at the scheduling, vo-ed planning, assisting students with schol­ counseling office. arships and college applica­ Schedules for next year tions, in addition to assisting Students in grades 9 to 11 should have completed and students and families with crises, etc. returned schedules to the personal counseling office. Eighth However, you are really graders will meet in small important to us. A good way groups with the counselors to contact us is by e-mail. the week after spring break. Dawn Yager can be reached They will be able to pick four at dyager @mvs.kl,2. mi.us. electives to take their fresh­ Lorraine Benedict can be bail u Couniu man year. (Band members reached at lbenedic@ Commission on Aging can pick one). They will also mvs.kl2.mi.us, and Valerie learn about high school McCaul can be reached at Schedule of Events requirements and opportuni­ vmccaul@mvs.kl 2. mi. us. ties. We check our e-mail Barry County Monday, April 21 Conferences throughout the day since this Commission on Aging Egg salad, cucumber salad, Conferences were held is part of our inter-school Menu and Activities pineapple tidbits, wheat April 2 and 3. If you did not communication. In case of Hearty Menu bread. get a chance to meet with emergency, please call the Monday, April 21 Tuesday, April 22 your child’s teacher(s), feel school and let a secretary Chicken teriyaki, green Ham, com O’Brien, man­ free to e-mail the teachers for know you have an emer­ peas, carrots, orange juice, darin oranges, wheat bread. feedback on your child or gency and need to speak with wheat bread. Wednesday, April 23 schedule an appointment. a counselor. Students can Tuesday, April 22 Macaroni salad, corn and Progress reports were handed leave a note on our doors or Baked pollock, rice, com, tomato salad, diced peaches. out at conferences. Report with a secretary. Hopefully Thursday, April 24 Calif, blend vegetables, diced cards for period 5 will go out this will help us to improve Pea and cheese salad, the first week of May. peaches. our communication. Wednesday, April 23 tomato'salad, mixed fruit, Hamburger, cauliflower, whole wheat crackers. naffiS nManMnnBHnMHnBMMM green beans, applesauce, Friday, April 25 hamburger bun. Calif. Reuben spread, Thursday, April 24 broccoli raisin salad, plums, Chicken and broccoli, rye bread. I fl casserole w/cheese, peas and Activities Calendar carrots, diced pears, wheat Monday, April 21: bread. Hastings - Crafts 10:30 a.m.; Friday, April 25 Watercolor 1 p.m.; Card 234 N. Main, Nashville BBQ roast pork, diced Making-12:30 p.m.; Music 517-852-9224 • 517-852-1691 ®" beets, winter blend veggies, with Sam; Mini Massage 9-2 pineapple tidbits, hamburger p.m. Delton - Bingo. bun. Tuesday, April 22: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 Cold Menu a.m.: Beg Line Dance Noon; Bible Study 12:30 p.m.; HHS Big City Selection at a Small Town Price Flutists noon: Red Hats with local pick-up and local return Anniversary Tea 1:30 p.m. GL - Cards 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 23: AI1 the latest trends including Glitter Hastings - Nails; Euchre Bracelets and Decorative Wire 12:30-2:30 p.m. Delton Reminiscence. Woodland Nashville 5 11:30 a.m. Thursday, April 24: • Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 Spring Bling - Unique Styles. Rhinestones. a.m.; Beg Line Dance noon; Pearls. Silver and Goldtone Necklaces. Beading 5 p.m. Delton Bracelets and Earrings Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville Hours: TV Time. Mon. 9-5; Tue. 10-7; Wed. 10-5; Friday, April 25: Hastings Thur. 9-5; Fri. 9-6; Sat. 9-1 - Exercise 9 a.m.; Bingo 10 Remember ... Florals, Balloons and Giftware for all a.m.; Model Railroad noon; Occasions are available in our local area. Mixed Media Painting 9:30 We deliver Io Nashville, Vennontville, Hastings & Charlotte. a.m. Woodland - Visiting. All That Glitters Full Service Floral Your Prom FLeadquartersl • Tuxedo Rentals fcWNIELS aOuF 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 ________ ,,ans & Fami|y Owncr/Manager • Corsages • Boutonnieres Vintage Jewelry �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, April 19,2008 — Page 5 CALENDAR OF EVENTSCALLEY, April 19 April 22 April 24 April 25 April 26 April 26 April 28 April 29 May 3 hMa ’’S'? May 4 May 5 *• k> May 5 May 6 May 6 May 7 * .nib- !«4t sttaL,®S ”swttnaLM,3®|kS May 8 May 9 1RS ^<3|k; May 9 2J l*aW"*b3S May 10 ®®,““ M M (fa (fa Swine Tagging, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Barry County Fairgrounds. Shooting Sports Practice, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Barry County Conservation Club. New Leader Orientation, 7 p.m., Extension Office. PQA Training, 6 p.m., Expo Center. PQA Training, 10 a.m.. Expo Center. Swine Tagging, 9-11 a.m„ Middleville Wesleyan Church Parking Lot. Rabbit Development Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Shooting Sports Practice, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Barry County Conservation Club. Open Pleasure Horse Show, 8:30 a.m., Expo Center. Open Speed Horse Show, 9:30 a.m., Expo Center. Rendezvous Planning Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. 4-H Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Ag Awareness Day Orientation, 6:30 p.m., Courts and Law Building. Dog Committee Meeting, 6:30 p.m., First Presbyterian Church in Hastings. Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Non-Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Ag Awareness Day, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Barry County Fairgrounds. Hunter Safety Class (part 1), 6-9 p.m., Barry County Sheriff Department. Hunter Safety Class (part 2), 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Barry County Sheriff Department. Street 2? H)<®tlii!ji|.(| ^iWtik F*» “MiBiiit! rfet- HtUn, HtUn,| Full service «hn raid n |k Prom is May 3rd Book Your Prom Appointments Today ‘tt nvsilljijjB.rtii We dtd h h tataHiii!! i lield uf»ofai« to WlMlffillMI tfit Uetl stool id kt1s® mfcr tartan* id a jatyiilttdloiFirt «i i cooselor. M®1 mid teitfiwta wdusaBiy. W ngt MtOBJi®1 06670861 continued from page 2 a tremendous source for new job growth," Calley said. "I will continue to work aggres­ sively to help lower the cost of doing business in Michigan, create jobs and strengthen our economy." Calley also has authored a law to help improve Michigan’s organ-donation process. He is one of only a few freshman House law­ makers to get multiple bills signed into law. The lawmaker also has involved the area’s younger generation in state govern­ ment by sponsoring a "Lawmaker for a Day" event in connection with a summer reading contest elementary school students, as well as the "Make Michigan Better Essay Contest" to allow older students to submit, bill ideas to improve life in the state. "Everyone has an inherent right to participate in the democratic process and get their voices heard," Calley said. "As the people’s voice in Lansing, I will continue to fight for lower taxes, sensible government and other bedrock conservative princi­ ples." Residents interested in helping Rep. Calley in his re­ election bid may contact the lawmaker at brian@briancalley.com 24 HOURS NASHVILLE C! ER)EXPRESS 133 S. Main You’re In, You’re Out... You’re rwe Hours: Mon. 9-2, Tues.-Frl. 9-5, Evenings By Appt., Sat. 9-12 MON. APRIL 21 20 SALE THE. APRIL 22 business cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics WED. APRIL 23 mm. APRIL 24 HU. APRIL 26 6 OZ. 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ATTENTION Parents of Maple Valiev Preschoolers 1 — Maple Valley Early 4’s Preschool is currently ZZ enrolling for the 2008-2009 school year. This is a state funded program. Students that are enrolled must qualify for the program using qualifications set forth by the State of Michigan. Students must be a resident in the Maple Valley School District. Z Students must be 4 years old on or before December 1 IGA IGA CHUNKY SOUPS INSTANT POTATOES 2/$9OO $f49 19 0L CM B 13J0Z.B0I IGA KRAFT CHOCOLATE SYRUP CHUNK CHEESE $f69 2/$E00 I I ^F 6-8 0Z. Ng. 24 oz. Bottle We reserve the right to limited quantities and correct printing errors. None sold to dealers or minors. Some items not always as pictured. Nashville IGA Express Accepts: lease call 852-2075 lor more inlormatim Mon.-Thur, eam-iopm. Sat. 7AM-Mldnlght; Sun. 9AM-10PM Bridge Cards �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, April 19,2008 — Page 6 FESTIVAL, continued from page 1 Crafts always draw a good crowd. The Salon AU FHF PFRI/S OFAN UPSCMF SALON pioNTUFPFiNNASHviuFmiNSFOR nun 207 N. Main Street • Nashville 517-852-0313 Don’t Forget to book your APOL TANNING SPECIAL PROM 1-montn unimited or 15 anytime visits H APPOINTMENTS! Spots are filling fast! • Hours: Closed Sun. & Mon. • Tues. - Thurs. 10-7 • Fri. 9-5 • Sat. 9-2 « O Foryour convenience, please use back entrance. 06670837 well-fed by conducting a variety of luncheons, dinners and food booths. “The Little Miss Syrup Princess contest keeps get­ ting bigger every year, too, and I think it’s generating more and more interest in the maple syrup program,” added Fisher. “Being presi­ dent, it is an honor to work with so many people who are willing to work together to make this happen.” The festival will feature its annual arts and crafts show with more than 130 vendors, carnival games and rides by Mid-America, and music and entertainment by local and area bands, flea market, car show, 4-H petting zoo, the presentation ofthe syrup fes­ tival queen and her court, the children’s parade and grand parade and more. “This is our 68th annual Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival, and while we may not be getting bigger, we’re always trying to do it better,” said Fisher. The fun begins when the carnival and rides open at 4 p.m. ($14 for all rides 4 to 10 p.m.). The American Legion and Nashville Lions will serve pancakes at the American Legion Hall above the bank, and the Maple Valley Band Boosters will do the same at the Vermontville Township fire bam, both from 4 to 8 p.m. The official opening ofthe festival is slated for 6 p.m. Friday at the festival stage on South Main Street with greetings, introductions and presentation ofthe queen and her court, followed by the talent show. The winners of the talent show will appear on stage during Sunday’s The parade is a great way for community members to get out and enjoy the weath­ er. program on the stage. Saturday’s entertainment on the festival stage and grandstand, presided over by Master of Ceremonies and Village President Doug Kelsey, includes The Maple Valley High School Jazz Band, under the direction of Dennis Venderhoeff, at 10 a.m.; children’s parade and presentation ofthe queen and court 11 a.m., the Maple Valley High School Choir, directed by Ryan Rosin 11:30 a.m., Glen Erin Bagpipe band at noon; and U.K.E. Brothers 12:30. The Grand Parade, led by Grand Marshals Mike and Nan Visger, steps of at 2 p.m., followed by David Dickerson 3:30 to 5 p.m. and Puff Dragon pedal tractor pull at 5 p.m. Also at 5 p.m. Saturday, the Little Miss Syrup Princess pageant will take the stage at the historic Vermontville Opera House. Other entertainment on Saturday includes: • Arts and crafts show at Maplewood Elementary from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 See FESTIVAL, next page Member of Greater Lansing Association of I||ffl| t | ■k■ i■f A flA |L IlkEtal yI Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service nDc/\dol| CEoefIdotln e 227 n. main st., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 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 Rick Winegar, Realtor - GRI e-PRO Home 517-726-0223 Cell 269-838-2884 Jerry Reese, Realtor - ABR Jeff Weiler, Realtor Home 517-852-5066 517-852-1915 Members of the Maple Valley Band Boosters serve pancakes to festival-goers. THORNAFTLE LAKE - $88.90011 Shows like new, 1998 mfg. home, central air, double lot. Call Rick or Homer. 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Maple Valley Early Four Program �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, April 19, 2008 — Page 7 FESTIVAL, continued from previous page p.m. Sunday. • Flea market 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday near Maple Manor • Vermontville Historical Museum, open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday (also 3 to 5 p.m. Friday). • Antique cars on display near the village garage Saturday morning. •Michigan Fiddlers at the opera house from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. • Vermontville Jr. Farmers 4-H petting zoo set up near Maple Manor. • Maple syrup exhibits at Maple Manor. • Carnival rides and games from 5 to 11 p.m. On Sunday morning, Grace Community Church will hold services on the fes­ tival stage from 10:15 to 11:15 a.m., Christian singer Dan Gretz will perform dur­ ing 10 a.m. worship at the Congregational church, and Vermontville United Methodist and Vermontville Bible churches will hold services at 11 a.m. Sunday entertainment begins on the festival stage at 11:30 a.m. with Chelsea Martin/Michael Hall Men’s Quartet. The Little Miss Syrup Princess Talent Show takes the stage from 12:30 to 1 p.m., followed by arm wrestling, performances by the talent show winners, an egg toss and other games starting at 1 p.'m. Of course all these activi­ ties on Saturday and Sunday are bound to make festival goers hungry, so there are plenty of food options avail­ able. The Maple Valley Band Boosters will serve pancakes SUMMER SEGMENT I AND II CLASS DATES NOW AVAILABLE at the fire bam from 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturday and 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Sunday; the American Legion/Nashville Lions pan­ cakes will be available from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., Sunday. The Vermontville Lions Club will serve barbecued chicken Saturday and Sunday. The Vermontville United Methodist Church Will serve barbecued chicken Saturday, and the Congregational church will serve roast beef sandwiches, dinners and barbecues cafe­ teria-style on Saturday. A variety of tasty maple treats will be laid out for pur­ chase from members of the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Association. Camping will be available at Mullican’s resort, with a trolley running from the resort to downtown Vermontville from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday. Handicapped parking The presentation of the 2007 Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Queen and her spots will be provided on the court members. The crowning and presentation are part of an annual tradition. north side of the Vermontville Historical Museum and near the village garage. Bus parking will be available at the Vermontville Bible Church, and the band boosters will park cars at Maplewood Elementary School. For more information, visit www.vermontvillemaplesyrupfestival.com or call 888-482­ 8780 or 517-726-0670. We're Your Local Source for MORE. We partner with parents for SAFE teen drivers Big or small. 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In the competition between the Vikings and Lions, the Lions won the who can jump, and guys who can vault, and a little bit over everything else as well That's why the Hornet boys’ team finished second at last year's Division 3 state finals, and the girt*' team placed fourth. The Hornets handled Maple Valley and Lakewood in the three-team meet, scor­ ing Capital Area Activities Conference Division 3 wins over the host Vikings 124-13 in the boys’ meet and 121-16 in the girts’ competition. The Hornets topped the Maple Valley girt* 83-54 and the h Brett Bremer Sprrrti Editor boys’ meet 103.5-33.5 and the girls' 89-48. Lion boys’ coach Brian Lincoln isn't too worried Ac© Auto Repair 130 S. Main, Vermontville 517-726-1500 Besides Auto Repair and Tires We can take care of all your AUTO PART needs! Open: M-F 8am-5:30pm • Sat. 8am-3pm Maple Valley’s Lizzy Stewart (right) chases after Williamston’s Leanne Selinger in the 100-meter dash at Lakewood High School Tuesday afternoon. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Come Join Us April 25, 26, and 27 for the Syrup Festival about the early season defeat “Actually, I think we gained some confidence,’’ Lincoln said. “Obviously, competing against the best in the state shows us where we’re at right away.’’ Lion junior’Nick Thurlby is in a good place. He was a champion in all four of his events, taking the 110-meter hurdles in 15.91. the 300meter hurdles in 40.96, the long jump at 18 feet 7 inch­ es, and teamed with Charles Wymer, Rob Morehouse, and Jeff Burd to win the 1600-meter relay in 3:31.61 Those victories accounted for four of the six wins by the Lion boys' learn on the day. Maple Valley won six of the boys events, while Williamston took 11. Burd had the only other individual win for the Lions, taking the 800-meter run in 2:02.80. Maple Valley’s foursome of Morehouse. Zac Eddy, Brad Laverty, and Burd won the 3200-meter relay in 8:30. “The field events actually did well today,” said Lincoln. Thurlby had the only win in the field for the Lions through, as Williamston sen­ ior Donny Stiffler took the discus at 165-2 and the shot put at 46-3. The Hornets’ Dale Williams took the high jump at 6-0. In the pole COBB WEIL DRILLING GREPAIR A See TRACK, next page HASTINGS 4 www.GQTI.com 2BB-B45-SHOW QUALITY KAIERS BIG SCREENS *4.00 ALL SEATS •MCMSpI adult evening $6.50 SHOWTIMIS 4/10 • 4/24 SPRING MATINEES " Saturday A Sunday 10 & 11 AM I I O® 4/1G-4/N MR MAQOmUM , FORBIDDEN KINGDOM (PG-13) • 7 Day Service MtM 11:00.1:30,4:10,6:40,8:20 FRI/RAT 18 1150 • Pump* Installed 8 Repaired nV O FORGETTING SARAH MARSHALL (R) 11:10,1 40 (|)4:25, 8:60L8 30 • Service On Submersible Pumps » • 2 - 5 Well Drilling and Repair Wf HOMESWEFFHO ME vault, the top Williamston vaulters didn’t even start competing until everyone else was through and swept the top three places with Nick Rainej winning at 13-6 followed by Cole Spalding (12-0) and Tim Reynolds (12-0). The Vikings didn't win a guys' or girls' event on the day, but against their league rivals on the boys’ side saw Markus Gonzales take the victory in the 110-meter hur­ dles with a time of 16.31. On the girls’ side the Hornets took eight victories and the Lions nine. Maple Valley’s Dani Christensen and Lauren Pierce matched Thurlby’s four wins. That duo teamed with Mallorie Densmore and Slewart to lake the 800- FRI/SAT LS 11:55 o PROM NIGHT (PG-13) 1:00, 3:10, 11 30 Years Experience | n Eatimates AvaNaMe 517-726-0377 Vermontville 5:20, 7:30, 9:40 FRI/SAT LB 1145 NIM'S ISLAND (PG) 4:35, 7:00,9:10 (j) 12 00, 2 15 0; 8 THE RUINS iR) FRI/SAT LB 1125 21 (PG-13) ENOk TH 11 00. 140, 4:20, 7:00, 9 50 Richard Cobb David Cobb CertainTeedH iTH 1£?^*3D. Fiberglass in>UI«lllOn , hmm m*ia Campbell Crafts Cabinets Guardian Rbarglaaa i Insulation 7257 W. Vermontville Hwy. Plywood Lumber £omc nomc.to Anq quality. duaelristye.n . 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Tossed salad, banana, Teddy Grahams. Friday, April 25 No School. Maple Valley Jr ./Sr. High Lunch Menu Monday, April 21 Chicken pot pie. Veg. medley, sliced cucumbers, fruit cocktail. Salad Bar. Tuesday, April 22 Macaroni and cheese. Tater tots, asparagus, pears. Mexican Bar. Wednesday, April 23 Club sandwich. French fries, broccoli cheese soup, churro. Subway Bar. Thursday, April 24 HS/Kellogg Cottage Inn. Cottage Inn. Green beans, carrots and celery, P/A & man. oranges. Hot Dog Bar. Friday, April 25 No School. Note: Entree’s available daily: Cheeseburger, variety of chicken sandwiches, pizza, peanut butter and jelly sandwich, fish sandwich, honey and peanut butter sandwich, 6 ozs. yogurt w/string cheese. Sides available daily: garden salad, juice, fresh fruit. Milk is included with all full meal purchases. Second available on vegetables at no additional charge. Assorted bread choices daily. JIM'S i Ponsetto Getting in touch with my inner tree hugger “The only way I’m touching a fish is if it’s battered, deep fried and served with French fries and cole slaw.” In the previous week I had covered a public hearing on proposal to remove the dam on the Thomapple River in Nashville, a Hastings City Planning Commission public hearing on a proposed Thomapple River protection zone and now my editor was asking me to cover the DNR’s annual muskie egg harvest on Thomapple Lake. “Geez, just because 1 write a couple of stories about the river, does that make me the fish reporter?” I asked face-; tiously. “Come on, I don’t wins over defending champs After a pair of losses at Portland Saint Patrick to open the season Monday night in which they played well, the Lions bounced back with two more good games to open the Kalamazoo Valley Association season Tuesday. Maple Valley’s varsity boys’ baseball team scored two one-run victories at Parchment Tuesday, 3-0 and 6-5 to improve to 2-2 on the season and 2-0 in the league. “We are excited to be 2-0 www.jimsbuggyparts.com Specializing in Fiberglass Dune Buggies Repair & Restoration o Push Lawn Mowers Parts & Service Call and schedule your push mower Spring Tune-Up Today!!! 3602 Curtis - Nashville, Ml • Phone 517-852-9595 Golfers We have an \ Nashville's Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Priced 113 N. Main Nashville 517-852-9700 Hours: § Open 7 Days 6AM-8PM Ear|y Bird Special! stop in and enjoy one April25,26,27 (It’s their first Syrup Festival in 10 Years) All the old homemade favorites you rememberplus some great new menu items. in the conference by defeat­ ing the defending league champs,” said Lion head coach Bryan Carpenter. “We will continue to work and improve, and use these wins as momentum into the sea­ son.” The pitching and defense provided much of the early momentum for the Lions. Kyle Fisher earned the victo­ ry in game one Tuesday and Deven Meade took the win in game two. The pair com­ bined for 17 strikeouts, and allowed just four earned runs between them. Fisher was outstanding in the opener, allowing just three hits in a scoreless com­ plete game effort. He record­ ed 11 strikeouts. Jared Smith, Fisher, Meade, and Justin Hoffman recorded the Lions’ four hits in the game one win. Smith scored a pair of runs and had a pair of stolen bases. Meade’s hit was an RBI dou­ ble. In game two, the Lions got another big game from Smith, who was l-for-3 at the plate with a pair of RBI’s. Hoffman and Daniel Benedict were both l-for-2 with a run scored and a stolen base. Fisher also had a hit and scored a run in the second game. Parchmentjumped in front 2-0 in game two, only to see the Lions come back with four runs in the bottom ofthe second inning. The Lions then pushed their lead to 6-3 after three innings. “We made things happen and put the pressure on them,” Carpenter said. “Our defense committed just two errors, and we didn’t give away extra outs. In the two losses to St. Pat’s, the Lions allowed just two earned runs, but eight errors many of which came at crucial times cost them. Maple Valley will host its own invitational today in Vermontville, then returns to league play with a double header at Hackett Catholic Central Tuesday afternoon. Lakewood and Parchment hold the Lions scoreless Maple Valley’s varsity girls’ soccer team was shut out in its first two contests since returning from spring break. The Lions were topped by Lakewood 4-0 on Monday night at Lakewood. Maple Valley then opened the Kalamazoo Valley Association season at Parchment Wednesday after­ noon, and suffered an 8-0 defeat. The Lions return to action Monday with another tough conference road game at stories about the river are kind of getting me in touch with my inner earth mother/tree hugger—but I’m still not going to squeeze a fish.” “I hear you. It’s good to do things for the environment, but you have to keep it in perspective. You can’t do everything,” she said. I had to agree. While walking to town to do errands, recycling, reusing shopping bags, and writing stories about the environment are on my “do” list, squeezing fish sits soundly atop my “don’t” list. I figure the muskies have been reproducing just fine without my help, so I’ll leave that business to the fish and the experts at the DNR. When I want to get up close and personal with some fish I’ll get it fresh from my grocer’s freezer, cook it up and serve it with plenty of tartar sauce—1 promise I will recycle the box and the jar when I’m done. I’m a tree-hugger, not a fish squeezer. 77MCK, continued from previous page meter relay in 1:48.65. That same foursome won the 1600-meter relay too. Individually, Christensen won the 100-meter hurdles in 16.99 and the 300-meter hurdles in 48.16, and Pierce took the 200 in 27.03 and the long jump at 16-3.5. Other winners for the Lions included Stewart in the 400 with a time of 1:03.57, Jen Kent in the dis­ cus with a top throw of 91-2, and Karlee Mater who cleared 9-0 in the pole vault. In the league dual with the Hornets, the Lakewood girls scored a win in the 400meter dash with Ashley Pifer finishing in 1:04.00 and in the discus where Sarah Jemison had- a throw of 89­ 11. Maple Valley heads to the Portland Invitational this Saturday, then opens Kalamazoo Valley Association duals at home against Olivet Tuesday. Joe Montgomery Builders, Inc. Valley baseball scores two BUGGY PARTS jack & judy’X know anything about fish. As far as I’m concerned there’s only two types of fish— baked and fried.” “It’s really rather interest­ ing,” ’said one of my co­ workers who overheard my comments and offered a brief description of how the-eggs were harvested. “I’ve squeezed a fish before. It’s a little slimy but it’s not that bad,” she said. “Fine, I’ll take pictures, but I’m not squeezing a fish,” I said. “I’m with you,” chimed in another co-worker. If I touch a fish, it had better come with a squeeze of lemon.” “Amen,” I said as I grabbed my camera bag and headed for the door. It was a windy, cloudy and generally miserable morning but that didn't stop a small crowd of onlookers from gathering on the shore of Thomapple Lake to watch the harvest. I have to admit that once the DNR biologists and fisheries technicians got the fish ashore and started measuring, weighing, identi­ fying and tagging the finned creatures and harvesting the eggs, I did find it rather inter­ esting. However, when one of the guys offered to loan me some gear so 1 could go out on the lake and help col­ lect the fish, I respectfully declined. Being a non-swimmer— and therefore some­ what hydrophobic—the idea of going out in a small boat on windy day and wrestling a large, scaly, slippery amphibian was not an entic­ ing prospect. “So, did you squeeze a fish?” my co-worker asked as 1 was typing up the story later that afternoon-. “Heck, no!” I said, .but after a pause added, “But, it was interesting. And, I do have to admit that all these Hackett Catholic Central, then will be home on Wednesday for a league game with Olivet. We build on our reputation...just ask our customers! Building dreams since 1978 New Construction and Home Improvement 122 S. Lincoln, Charlotte (517) 543-1718 STANTON'S BUSINESS LIQUIDATION AUCTION MONDAY, APRIL 28, 2008 -10:00 A.M. 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Mathews, BowTech, Fred bear, Hoyt & more! Checkout the area's newest & largest hunting and fishing store! GoldStar II 12208 M-66. 3 miles north of M-43. (616)374-8001 VERMONTVILLE: 7338 W. Kinsel Hwy., Thursday-Sat­ urday, April 24th-26th. 9am4pm. Fourth annual upscale sale, resale quality and vin­ tage items, 7 china cabinets, round oak table and chairs, armoire, buffets, wicker, benches, beds, more furni­ ture, 1950's stove, hand made jewelry, outdoor furni­ ture, over 60 varieties of trees, shrubs, and perenni­ als. (517)726-0026 YARD SALE AT 282 E. Main St., Vermontville. Lots of things and hand made jewelry. April 23rd-26th. YARD SALE: April 25th, 26th, 27th. Household items & horse tack 9am-6pm. 11719 Carlisle, Nashville 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 arc 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. BPUAL HOUHHQ OPPORTUNITY lhe Village of Vermontville will hold Village UuDDoJlZ ANNUAL GARAGE SALE wide garage sales on Thursday, May 22nd from 9am to 4pm Friday, May 23rd from 9am to 4pm Saturday, June 23rd from 9am to 2pm Anyone interested in having a Rara8e sa^ejust drop offyour address in the drop box at the °ffice May 13th for placement in the Maple Valle}' News. TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS WILL 0667049 BEINCLUDED TOO! Professional Photographs at Affordable Prices” PUBLIC HEARING The Nashville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on May 6, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. in the council chambers. PURPOSE: To obtain public input and discussion on a site plan review for a proposed skate park to be located in Riverside Park (behind the businesses on Main Street). The Village of Nashville views non-action on the part of village residents to be the same as voicing approval of the request Ifyou wish to comment in writing on this site plan review you must do so by May 6,2008 and turn into the Village of Nashville, 203 N. Main St. PO Box 587, Nashville, MI. —___________________ Photographic (5iudio. llc GRAND OPENING 06670864 For everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics (269) 945-9554 April 25 Maple Syrup Festival Weekend Downtown Vermontville H.S. Seniors • Weddings • Family • Pets • School Events i 726-0177 www.millersphotographicstudio.com 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 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: Paul T. Boyer & Carol E. Boyer, Husband and Wife, As Joint Tenants to Homeowners Loan Corporation, Mortgagee, dated October 5, 2000 and recorded October 31, 2000 in Instrument #1051394 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This Barry County Records, Michigan. firm is a debt collector attempting Said mortgage was subsequently to collect a debt. Any information assigned through mesne assign­ obtained will be used for this pur­ ments to: Household Finance pose. If you are in the Military, Corporation III, on which mort­ please contact our office at the gage there is claimed to be due at number listed below. MORT­ the date hereof the sum of GAGE SALE - Default has been Seventy-Seven Thousand Eight made in the conditions of a cer­ Hundred Fifty-Six Dollars and Forty-Six Cents ($77,856.46) tain mortgage made by: Jacqueline Blankenship and including interest 10.2% per Bruce E. Blankenship, Husband annum. Under the power of sale and Wife to Mortgage Electronic contained in said mortgage and Registration System, Inc., solely the statute in such case made as nominee for Access Mortgage and provided, notice is hereby and Financial, Mortgagee, dated given that said mortgage will be May 14, 2003 and recorded May foreclosed by a sale of the mort­ 20,2003 in Instrument #1104772 gaged premises, or some part of Barry County Records, Michigan. them, at public vendue, Circuit Said mortgage was subsequently Court of Barry County at 1:00PM assigned to: Household Finance on May 8, 2008. Said premises Corporation III, on which mort­ are situated in Township of Hope, gage there is claimed to be due at Barry County, Michigan, and are the date hereof the sum of Sixty- described as: Beginning at the Three Thousand Three Hundred Southwest Corner of Section 19, Ninety Dollars and Forty-Four Town 2 North, Range 9 West; Cents ($63,390.44) including Thence North 0 degrees 19 mininterest 14.125% per annum. utes 51 seconds East along the Under the power of sale con­ West. Section Line 198,Jpei; tained in said mortgage and trie thence South 88 degrees 24 minstatute in such case made and utes 12 seconds East, 472.91 provided, notice is hereby given feet; thence South 0 degrees 41 that said mortgage will be fore­ minutes 54 seconds West parallel closed by a sale of the mortgaged to the East line of the Southwest premises, or some part of them, quarter of the Southwest quarter at public vendue, Circuit Court of of the Southwest quarter of said Barry County at 1:00PM on May section 198 feet to the South secline; thence North 88 8,2008. Said premises are situat- tion t ed in Township of Hope, Barry degrees 24 minutes 5 seconds County, Michigan, and are West along said South line; described as: Part of Section 9, 471.62 feet to the place of begin­ Town 2 North, Range 9 West, ning. Subject to rights of the pub­ described as: commencing at the lic over that part as used for road South one-quarter corner of said purposes on Miller and Rose section; thence North 03 degrees Roads and any easements of 06 minutes 51 seconds East record. Also subject to rights-ofMobile/ along the North and South one- way easements. quarter line 1615.20 feet to the Manufactured Home Description point of beginning; thence contin­ 1992 64x28 Redman Serial uing North 03 degrees 06 min­ #11240119 Borrower declares utes 51 seconds East along the that the above described Mobile North and South one-quarter line Home will remain permanently 413.46 feet; thence South 84 affixed to the property and will be degrees 26 minutes 46 seconds treated as a fixture. Borrower East 160.62 feet; thence North 78 also declares that the wheels, degrees 36 minutes 03 seconds axles and hitches. have been East 84.89 feet; thence South 04 removed and that the mobile degrees 57 minutes 23 seconds home is connected to the utilities. West 117.72 feet; thence South Borrower and lender intend that 88 degrees 09 minutes 21 sec- the Mobile Home lose its nature onds East 70.84; thence South as personal property and become 19 degrees 28 minutes 04 sec- real property. In addition, onds East 18.89 feet; thence Borrower declares that the Mobile South 03 degrees 06 minutes 5.1 Home has been assessed as real seconds West parallel with said property for AD Valorem Taxes. North and South one-quarter line Lender will reserve an interest in 278.02 feet; thence North 89 the Mobile Home both under the degrees 50 minutes 11 seconds real property laws and the laws West 317.37 feet to the point of relating to Motor Vehicles and beginning. Commonly known as personal property. Commonly 5657 Wilkins Road, Hastings Ml known as 6950 Rose Road, 49058 The redemption period Delton Ml 49046 The redemption shall be .6 months from the date period shall be 6 months from the of such sale, unless determined date of such sale, unless deter­ abandoned in accordance with mined abandoned in accordance MCL with MCL 600.3241 or MCL MCL 600.3241600.3241 or 600.3241a, in which case the 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, days from the dateof such sale, or upon the expiration of the or upon the expiration of the MCL notice required required by MCL notice required by 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later. Dated: APRIL 2, 2008 Household Dated: APRIL 1, 2008 Household Finance Corporation III Assignee Finance Corporation III, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 08-90506 ASAP# Our File No: 08-90505 ASAP# 2729253 04/05/2008, 2729.453 04/05/2008, 04/19/2008, 04/12/2008, 04/12/2008, 04/19/2008, 04/26/2008 06669950 04/26/2008 06669955 LEGAL NOTICE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, April 19,2008 — Page 11 Maplewood students graduate from DARE program A DARE (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) grad­ uation was held April 17 at the Maplewood Elementary School in Vermontville. After the Pledge of Allegiance, Principal Fred Davenport welcomed stu­ dents and guests and Deputy Bruce Yelvington of the Eaton County Sheriff’s Department said opening remarks. Guest Speaker Pastor Matt Rhoade, from Nashville Baptist Church, gave an inspirational speech for the kids about his personal expe­ riences and to "make your mark at the high school." The Vermontville Lions Club donated the DARE Tshirts, drink containers and other prizes. DARE certificates and gifts were handed out to all sixth graders. Essay winners included Rebecca Allessio, Mycah McNamara, Ellen Hough and Kayla Pitcher. DARE is a 10-week pro­ gram educating students on the hazards of drugs, alcohol and violence and was taught by Yelvington. Storm Ewing receives his DARE certificate. Pennock Swiss Steak Dinner ICES HEALTH Director of Rehabilitation Services Deputy Bruce Yelvington poses with the essay winners (from left) Rebecca Allessio, Mycah McNamara, Ellen Hough and Kayla Pitcher. Barry County Christian School Outstanding warrants land Nashville man in jail McKeown & M-79, Hastings A Barry County Sheriff Deputy arrested Kevin Conway Noteboom, 37, of Nashville April 3 when the deputy stopped Noteboom in Hastings Township. Noteboom was booked on charges of driving while his license is suspended (second or subsequent offense) and on an outstanding warrant for obstruction of justice in Vicksburg. 19 conviction on a charge of possession of marijuana. McMillan’s license was suspended for six months, restricted after 30 days for treatment or probation. He was fined $500, assessed court costs of $4,500 dnd a probation fee of $180. The balance of his jail time may be suspended, and he may be discharged from probation upon payment of the court assessments. Qualified candidates will possess a minimum Bachelors degree in Physical Therapy from an approved school with Michigan licensure. Masters degree preferred. A strong clinical background is needed. Must have one to three years management experience in a hospital or rehab setting with demonstrated experience in goal setting and staff motivation. Experience in programming and planning a definite plus. Saturday, April 19 5pm-7:30Ptn ~ Take OutAvailable ~ We offer comprehensive benefits including generous paid time off, excellent wage, and a superior wotidng environment ~ now one of the 101 West Michigan Best and Brightest companies to workfor! Find out more and apply online: www.pennockhealth.com Email resurne:'susank@pennockhealth.com iiti c itiii tiii Mail or in persomPennock Health Services, U! Human Resources, 1009 W. Green St., Hastings, MI 49058 Adults $7.50 Children 3-10 $5.00 Under 3 Free Jail, probation given to Bellevue man Ronald Alan McMillan, 52, of Bellevue was sen­ tenced April 9 by Barry County Circuit Court Judge James Fisher to a term of 18 months of probation and six months in jail for his March Pennock seeks an experienced, motivated and articulate candidate for this opportunity. The Director of Rehab Services manages the day to day operations and expansion projects of the department including per­ sonnel administration, budget planning, and educational presentations. Reports to the COO. IS W 68th Annual VERMONTVILLE Maple Syrup Festiv FRIDAY, APRIL 25% 2008 - 6:00 P.M. OFFICIAL OPENING Hastings man jailed for Nashville stalking g SUNDAY, APRIL 27™, 2008 7:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Pancakes American Legion/Nashville Lions Starting at 11:00 a.m. Bar-B-Que Chicken - Lions Club 6:00 p.m. Greetings, Invocation and Introductions Presentation of Queen and Court Talent Show - The official opening of the festival is the Talent Douglas ’ Duwayne Mitchell, 48, ofHastings was sentenced April 9 by Barry County Circuit Court Judge James Fisher to serve 60 months of probation and seven months in jail for his January conviction on a Pennock HEALTH^j^SEIlVICES We seek candidates who can support our mission to “provide quality health services in a personal, professional and progressive manner in partnership with the community" tor the following positions: ■Surgical Scrub Tech: Flex full-time. Scrub Tech certification and experience in a surgical environment highly preferred. RN-Hospice Case Manager; Part-time, flexible schedule. Hospice experience is required. RN-Homecare; Part-time, flexible schedule. At least one year of acute care experience required, Homecare experience preferred. Med Tech/MCT. Casual part-time. At least one year cmgeneralist experience and phlebotomy experience are required. We offer excellent benefits including generous paid time off, competitive wages, and a superior working environment — now one of the 101 West Michigan Best and Brightest company’s to Work for! Find out more and applyjonline: www.pennockhealth.com Email resume: susank@pennockhealth.com irticriE I ’ ~i! A/aiZ or in person: Pennock Health Services, Human Resources, 1009 W. Green St., Hastings, Ml 49058 8 § charge of aggravated stalk­ ing. Judge Fisher assessed Mitchell $500 in court costs and a probation fee of $600. The balance of his jail time may be suspended if Mitchell pays his court assessments by Oct. 1. In making his ruling, Judge Fisher noted four pre­ vious convictions. Mitchell was convicted of breaking and entering in Ingham County in 1993, of driving ■under the influence of alco­ hol in Eaton County in 1999, of attempted resisting and obstructing a police officer in 1999 and of felonious assault in Barry County in 2000. Mitchell was arrested on this latest infraction in Nashville in November. Show to be held on the stage downtown Talent Show winners appear on the Sunday program. 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Pancakes - Band Boosters 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Arts & Crafts Maplewood School Friday Night Special Starts 4 p.m. - Mid America Shows 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Flea Market (Downtown by Museum) Pay One Price - $16.00 / 4:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 American Legion/Nashville Lions Serve Bible Church Men’s Quartet (Stage) 4:00 - 8:00 p.m Pancakes at the Legion Hall - Program 4:00 - 8:00 p.m Band Boosters Serve Pancakes at the Fire Bam SATURDAY, APRIL 26™, 2008 Congregational Church • 110 S. Main Welcome by Douglas Kelsey Master of Ceremonies for the Weekend 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Church Services 11:00 a.m. Methodist Church ■ 108 N. Main Pancakes Vermontville Bible Church • 250 N. Main NashvilleLions / American Legion at Legion Hall 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Pancakes 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Arts & Crafts ibject to Change - Church Services 10:00 a.m. Band Boosters at the Fire Bam 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m Sunday Afternoon Special 6 Hours of Rides $16.00 Maplewood School 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Flea Market (By Museum) 11: 30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Special Blend 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Maple Valley Jazz Band 12: 45 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. Little Miss Maple Princess Talent Director: Dennis Vanderhoeff 1:15 p.m. 11:00 a.m. Introduce Queen & Court Children’s Parade Arm Wrestling Theme: Big 3 “Kids” “Maple Syrup Trees”Chairpersons Mary Chairman: Greg Hoefler Sponsored by MC Auto Repair & Towing & Gene Fisher Talent Winners Presentation of Queen and Court Crowning of 2008 Queen by 2007 Queen Emily Eldred 11:30 a.m. - 2:15 p.m. Maple Valley High School Choir 11: 30 a.m. -1:30 p.m. Michigan Fiddlers (Opera House) Egg Toss, Other Games Chairman: Merle Martin Director: Ryan Rosin Hansbarger 12: 15 -2:00 pm David Dickerson & Band 2: 00 p.m. Grand Parade Grand Marshals: Mike & Nanette Visger Parade Theme: “A Sweet Escape in 2008” Parade Chairmen: Kathic Perez & Heating & Air Conditioning Dina Miller 3: 30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. Tamera Ford Following Derby Puff Dragon Pedal Tractor Pull 5:00 p.m. (Opera House) LICENSED INSURED Vermontville Ml 5:00 p.m. -11:00 p.m. COLE HAIXISBARGER Owner Featuring Ruud Bas Furnaces and Air Conditioners. 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Main, Nashville • 517-852-9680 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/822/MapleValleyNews_2008-04-26.pdf 02215487613af1872d7eb7d2f196c015 PDF Text Text MAPLE VALLPy « ■ 4 Hastings Public Library ■ ■ 227 E State St Hastings Ml 49058-1817 HASTINGS PUBLIC LI3HA Y 227 EAST STATE ST HASTINGS Ml 490 MVN Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 136-No. 17, April 26, 2008 A local paper oftoday! Board of Education mulls three budget options by Sandra Ponsetto and $740,000 in 2007. Staff Writer The proposed cuts for During the April meeting 2008-09 would include elim­ ofthe Maple Valley Board of ination of three teaching Education, district Finance positions. No teachers would Director Darryl Sydlowski be pink-slipped; instead, presented three options for vacant positions would not the district’s 2008-09 budg­ be filled. Eliminating those et, based on estimated three positions would save decreases of 10,20 or 30 stu­ the district $279,500. dents for the next school Central office staff would year. also be decreased when long­ The budget would include time administrative assistant $460,000 in proposed cuts. If Jill Booher retires at the end the proposed budget is of the current school year. adopted, it would bring the Instead ofhiring a new assis­ total of district cuts to $2.2 tant, her duties would be million since 2005; the dis­ reassigned to existing office trict cut the budget $538,000 staff and their salaries adjust­ in 2005, $495,000 in 2006, ed accordingly, an estimated savings of $64,000. Other cuts include but are not limited to contracting substitute teachers for an estimated $10,000 in savings and reducing the supply budget by approximately $75,000. Other assumptions used when generating the budget options include: A $100 per pupil increase in state aid bringing the total to $7,304 per student; step and 1 per­ cent increases for staff total­ ing an additional $260,000, expanding the elementary Spanish program to three grades (third through fifth) at an estimated increase of $36,000 and a 4 percent increase in insurance premi­ ums. The board of education does not have to adopt the 2008-09 budget until June. On Monday, June 9, the board of education will hold its regular meeting at 6 p.m. in the board room of the administrative office, fol­ lowed by a public hearing on the proposed budget at 7 p.m. The board will then hold a special meeting to vote on the proposed budget at 7 p.m. Monday, June 23, to allow board members to consider comments made by members of the community during the public hearing and make changes, if necessary. Maple Valley Superintendent of Schools Kim Kramer said this year’s proposed budget cuts are less controversial than in recent years. He said the only points that may raise some controversy are the reduction of staff and class size, noting that 19 classes at the high school currently have 30 or more students enrolled. In other business, the board: • Held a first reading g of proposed additions and changes to board policies on integrated pest management, school-to-work opportunities and bullying. • Approved a motion adding to the coaching roster Daniel Angus, girls varsity softball; John Hughes, varsi­ ty golf; and Ryan Rosin, assistant golf coach. • Heard a report from Kramer in which he dis­ cussed the possibility of sell­ ing 40 acres of land owned by the district on Whiskey Run Road in Baltimore Township. He said the esti­ mated $135,000 to $150,000 generated from the sale could be used to purchase See BOARD, page 6 The Revue presenting 40th show, Seussical Jr. The Revue in Vermontville will present its 40th show- the children’s musical “Seussical, Jr.” based on Dr. Seuss’ Horton Hears a Who, Horton Hatches the Egg and other works. Show times will be 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, May 2 and 3, and Friday and Saturday, May 9 and 10, and at 3 p.m. Sunday, May 4, and Sunday, May 11, at the Vermontville Opera House, 211 S. Main St. in Vermontville, across from the fire station. Ticket prices are adults $8, seniors/students $7 and children 12 and under $5. Tickets will be available at the door, or for reservations, call 269-367-4455 or e-mail: therevuel@yahoo.com. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. Doors open 45 minutes before show. This year The Revue will also present: • “Godspell,” 7 p.m. Friday, June 27 and Saturday, June 28 7 and 3 p.m. Sunday June 29. This production will be sponsored by The Revue and presented by Amanda Wells and her cast. • “A Funny Happened on the Way to the Forum,” directed by Amanda Wells and presented 7 p.m. Thursday through Saturday Aug. 14, 15 and 16 and 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 16 and Sunday Aug. 17. Auditions for “Forum” are slated for 7 to 10 p.m. Monday, June 16. Rehearsals will be held 7 to 10 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Thursdays starting June 30. Also, The Revue will present a new type of show this winter—a Las Vegas Dessert Variety Show featur­ ing “Forever Plaid,” directed by Jeremy Schneider. There will be limited seating for the program, which will also include variety acts and dessert with coffee. Show dates will be Jan. 23 to 25 and Jan. 30 to Feb. 1, 2009, with show times scheduled See REVUE, page 8 DARE officer visits Toddler Time Vermontville Deputy Clerk Judy Mohler Eaton County DARE Officer Dep. Bruce Yelvington visited Toddler Time last month, and brought his motorcycle for show-and-tell. He also gave a presentation on what children can do to keep safe and what to do in an emer­ gency. All the kids received a sticker deputy badge, col­ oring books and a magic pencil. Toddler Time volunteer Amy Laverty-Meeker said the families of Toddler Time appreciated Yelvington for taking time out of his busy schedule to spend with them. Toddler Time is held 11:15 a.m. every Thursday in the preschool room of the Vermontville Congregational Church and typically runs 40 minutes. The easiest way to find Toddler Time is to park in the back of the church and use either of the entrances on the west end of the building. The program is run Village hires deputy clerk, expands hours by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Friday, April 18, Vermontville resident Judy Mohler started her new job as Vermontville’’ss first deputy clerk, allowing the Village of Vermontville to expand its office hours. The office will now be open 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday. 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday, and from 1 to 5 p.m. on Friday. Mohler, who has previous­ ly done secretarial work for Barry County and Maple See CLERK page 2 In This Issue • Early 4s preschool seeks applications for 10th year Maria Pratt smiles as she tries out Dep. Yelvington’s motorcycle. entirely by volunteers of Eaton Intermediate School District, and focuses on pre-literacy, school pre­ paredness and just plain fun. Activities typically consist of story time, danc­ ing, singing, ABCs, 123s, a craft project and occasion­ ally guest speakers. The program is specifi­ cally geared for children ages 0-5, but children of all ages are welcome. Toddler Time themes for May are as follows: See DARE, page 2 • Fuller students exchange postcards • Fireman sculpture makes ‘tour stop’ in Vermontville • Lion boys and girls both win 13 events in league opener • Lions try to build pitching depth �Jus’ Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley Hews' Saturday April 26 2008 — Page 2 DARE, continued front page 1 • May 1 — flowers and showers • May K — Mother s Day. make a VtUff • May 15 — Tractors • May 22 — Vegetable gar- dening. • Mas 29 — Money, plus a field top to the hank Posing for a photo with the DARE officer are (back row, from left) Carleigh Lundquist, Jamie Steele, Connor Wood, Deputy Bruce Yelvington, Nickolas Osborne, Weston Fisher, Alyssa Piper (middle) Caden Faurot, Zyra Fenner, Lilly Steele, (front) Evan Fisher and Olivia Meeker. CLERK, continued from page 1 877-852-0106 Call Today - Reservations Fillin ng Fest’ MuWerry 975 N. Main (M-66). ’ Nashville. Ml _Gardens Restaurant Overlooking the beautiful Mulberry Fore Golf Count t'ZW RESERVED SEATING ONLY Including ... Chicken. Ham. Roast Beef. Alfredo. Two Veggies, Augraten Potato, Real Mashed Potato. Gravy. Dinner Roll. Soup & Salad. Soft Drink. Dessert AU INCLUDED FOR JUST ... $ 13»5 i toiln u/t af» fhil/iefTy ^<tn/cnn WHERE EVERY MEAL IS A BANQUET PLEASE MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS TODAY AS THEY'RE FILUNG FASTI SEATING TIMES: 11:30, 1:00 a 2:30 P.M. TOLL-FREE: 877-852-0106 wwwm.aK.nva.qQtn Valley Schools, will help Village Clerk Shirley Harmon answer phones, accept sewer and water pay­ ments, and enter data into computers at the village office and the village garage. Mohler said she is enjoy­ ing her new post. Originally from Nashville, Mohler and her husband, Jess, moved to Vermontville eight years ago with their three sons, Nick, Justin and Grant Lilly Faurot gets a lesson on using the and siren on Dep. Yelvington's motorcycle. SOCIAL NEWS Come as you are but don't leave the same. Meet at Kalamo Twp. Hall 6960 Spore Ave. Vermontville, Ml 49096 Morning Service............. 1030 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 tor 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 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Church Service....................... 9 am Sunday School.............. 10:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 MINISTER: VIRGINIA HELLER Wed. 5:30 p.m. 6:00-7:15....... Sun 9:00...... 10: 00............. 11: 00............. GRACE COMMUNITY 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 ...................... Family .......... Pioneer Club .................... Sunday ..................... Church ............. Fellowship 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 PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST 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. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday . BIG SCREE Starrings to celebrate 50th anniversary Harold and Joyce Starring of Nashville, will celebrate IheiWfJth anniversary with a open house on Saturday, April 26 from 6-8 p.m. at the VFW Hall, 695 Lansing St, Charlotte, MI. Harold and the former Joyce Donaldson were mar­ ried Sept. 14, 1957 at the home of Joyce’s parents Thomas and Lillian Donaldson of Otsego. Harold and Joyce operated a dairy farm for 45 years LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT GRACE WORLD OUTREACH CENTER Rocking tMte • All Digital Sound Fraa Drink RafIII* • 25c com refill* KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Services 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages .. .10:30 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 MAPLE GROVE ppeBrIBLE CHURCH l ool vice 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 ml. south of Nashville) Sunday School .................... 10 a.m. 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 comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School ........... 11:15 a.m. PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 south of Nashville. Joyce served as treasurer for Maple Grove. Township for 25 plus years. They are retired and living on the family farm during the summers and reside in Brooksville, FL during the winter. They have four grandchil­ dren and one great grand­ child. The open house is being hosted by their son and daughter. Cards only please. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship................. 8:30 a.m (Includes Children's Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Mlnds-Open Doors 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 except adufi evening $6.50 ® Stadium Settling ON®P«MW SHOWTIMES 4/26 • 5/1 SPRING MATINEES Saturday & Sunday 10 & 11 AM 4/26-4/27 THE PIRATES WHO DON’T DO ANYTHING: A VEGGIETALES MOVIE (G) ©SUPERHERO MOVIE (PG-13) 5:10, 7:10 FRI/SAT LS 12:00 © LEATHERHEADS (PG-13) 12*00, 2:35, 9:30 COLLEGE ROAD TRIP (G) 12:50,2:50, 7:00 O ©FORBIDDEN KINGDOM (PG-13) 11:00, 1:30,4:10, 6:40, 9:10 FRI/SAT LS 11:40 O FORGETTING SARAH MARSHALL (R) 11:10, 1:40,4:20, 6:50, 9:20 FRI/SAT LS 11:50 NIM’S ISLAND (PG) 4:50, 9:00 FRI/SAT LS 11.20 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 . . .6:30 p.m. AWANA................ 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship! 11:00 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies: United Methodist Women: 2nd Tues. Bay VanderLaan's videos, “That the World May Know,' will be showing at 7p.m. every Sunday night through March 16 06652103 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, April 26,2008 — Page 3 Early 4s preschool seeks applications for 10th year Early 4s preschool is cur- The Early 4s program is a rently accepting applications Michigan School Readiness for the 2008-09 school year. . Program (MSRP) funded Early 4s students play with blocks. through the state of Michigan. The program is designed to improve readiness and achievement of children. All applicants must turn 4 years of age by Dec. 1, and live in the Maple Valley School District. There is also an application process along with meeting at least two qualifications. The 2008-09 school year will mark the 10th anniver­ sary of the Early 4s program, which will offer both a morning and an afternoon session Monday through Friday. The Early 4s pro­ gram is designed to help preschoolers develop fine and gross motor skills, while preparing them for kinder­ garten by learning letters, numbers and social skills. The program includes fun and educational field trips and monthly opportunities for family involvement. For more information or to enroll, call the Early 4s class­ room (517) 852-2075. Roland Hawkins and Rebecca Fairfield look at insects. Church to host choir GREEN LIGHT DRIVING SCHOOL llc 517-852-0000 Nashville Assembly of God, 735 Reed Street, in Nashville, will host a special musical service with “Echoes of Grace,” a choir from Elizabeth Christopher, Carleigh Lundquist and Olivia Peck play in the Early 4s pup- Battle Creek, Sunday, April pet theater. 27 at 6 p.m. Everyone is invited to attend to hear this eclectic choir. Be sure to arrive early to get a good seat. A free-will offering will be taken in sup­ The Place to Gofor Professional Styling port of their ministry. Any questions, please call (518) MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN 852-9819. HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Tuesday - Friday Segment I Start Dates: April 28 I May 27 & June 121 Segment II Start Dates: May 27 JULY 7 «285°° CALL FREE Parent Meeting, Saturday, May 17 @ 9:30 am 269-945-9554 We partner with parents for SAFE teen drivers CLASS SIZES LIMITED CALL & RESERVE YOUR SPOT TODAY. any timefor iiiiiiiiitiiiiiiiiiiiiitintiiiiiii Action-ads! jgr nt S.E. Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 301 N. Main (M-66), Nashville at VERMONTVILLE OPERA HOUSE May 2 & 3 at 7pm Sunday, May 4 at 3pm 211 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml from the fire station • Air Conditioned) 40th Show The Children’s Musical presents it’s (cTfoum $Q QC NOW OPEN! AA flat of 48, ' *' Y tax included • Pack price 904 Come See Us For Our Weekly Specials! osOn On “' north 2 miles’lum easton TuPPer Lake HOURS: Mon.-Fri. 9 am-7:30 pm; Sat. 8 am-6 pm wesl t0 S'**1* u..,. Based on Dr. Seuss, Horton Hears a Who Grov r 4224 Tupper Lake Rd., Sunfield *(517) 566-8253 Great Entertainment 1/4 mile. Friday & Saturday May 9 & 10 at 7pm Sunday, May 11 at 3pm TICKETS: Adults $8, Seniors/students $7, children 12 and under $5 Tickets available at the door or for reservations call 269-367-4455 or email therevue1@yahoo.com Seating is first come, first serve Doors open 45 minutes before the show 1111II III IIIIII I If I1 III TI .u 06671301 1I �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, April 26, 2008 — Page 4 Shannon V. Royston CHARLOTE - Shannon Surviving are her mother, Vee Royston, age 20, of Robin (Frederic) Rodriguez Charlotte, died Thursday of Bellevue; father, Ricky evening, April 17, 2008 as a Royston of Florida; brothers result of an automobile acci­ and sisters, Andrew Royston of Kalamazoo, Samuel dent. Shannon was bom October Royston of Charlotte, Alecia 15, 1987 in Lansing. While (William) Priesman of Eaton and Ashley attending Maple Valley High Rapids School, she was active in Rodriguez of Nashville, Jeffrey Rodriguez ofArizona F.F.A., band and basketball. Shannon was currently and Crista (Nick) Kibby of employed at Twenty-first Holt; grandparents, James Century Plastics in (Joyce) Lott of Tennessee, Potterville and Arby's in Ila Mae Royston of Florida, Charles Halsey of Charlotte Charlotte. and John and Mary Rodriguez ofWayland; aunt, Pamela Nierenberger of Jackson, Tennessee, two nieces and several cousins. Services were held Tuesday at Barker-Leik Funeral Home, Mulliken, with Dr. David R. MacDonald of Abundant Life Ministries officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Maple Valley High School Scholarship Fund in her memory. Lloyd B. Sebrell places in their motorhome. VERMONTVILLE Lloyd B. Sebrell, 82, of Her homemade apple pie, Vermontville, died, fresh baked bread and home­ made ice cream were among Thursday, April 17, 2008. Mr. Sebrell was born his favorite dishes. He is survived by his wife November 17, 1925 in Lansing, the son of Ralph of 55 years, Patricia; sons, Rodney Sebrell, Randy and Hazel (Briggs) Sebrell. Mr. Sebrell was a veteran (Donna) Sebrell, Craig of WWII and served in the Sebrell; daughter, Carla (William) Myers; eight Navy from 1944-1946. Scarlet He was a member of the grandchildren; Hood, Nathan Charlotte Church of Christ. (Dave) Jacob Sebrell, He enjoyed spending time Sebrell, outdoors and going hunting Cameron Sebrell, Dustin for deer and turkey. Johnson, Brandon Shultz, Mr. Sebrell liked trees, Arielle Myers and Paige animals and farming. Myers; one great grandchild; He would spend time with Zoe Hood; brother-in-law, his wife, Patricia traveling Clare Slack. He was preceded in death by his sister, Una Slack. Funeral services were held Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with John Baily officiating. Interment was at Hillside Cemetery in Kalamo Township. If desired, memorial con­ tributions may be made to Eaton Community Hospice, Students in Tammy Wilde’s second grade class at Fuller Street Elementary sent a Maple Valley Scholarship Fund or the Nashville VFW total of 100 postcards to students in all 50 states as part of their social studies and Post # 8260. Online condo- language arts curriculums. Four of Wilde’s students: (From left) Katelyn Cheeseman, lences may be sent to the Chloe Ayers, Kaylea Hughes and William Hammond pose with some of the 85 post­ family at www.prayfuneral. cards the students have received in return, representing all 50 states. ‘The kids love com getting mail and comparing our state to theirs. I have done this for three years and we really look forward to the mail,” said Wilde. Fuller second graders exchange postcards Reading program results and new items at Putnam District Library Putnam District Library in Nashville has successfully completed its first annual adult winter reading pro­ gram, according to librarian Shauna Swantek. Adult readers who partici­ pated were encouraged to read their way around the library—sampling many dif­ ferent genres. As they com­ pleted each book, they were awarded a sticker. Ultimately, the goal was to build a complete snowman bookmark with their stickers. For each snowman complet- ed, they received a reward. Sixteen adults participat­ ed. Most built one snowman and earned a Putnam District Library ink pen. Five adults built two snowmen and earned a Putnam District Library tote bag. One reader, Diana Reid of Nashville, built three and earned a Barnes and Noble gift card. All participants received gift certificates for the library’s book sale room as a reward for “making this a great first” for the library. Swantek said the library is looking forward to running an adult reading program in partnership with this year’s children and teens program. Watch for more details. New on the library shelves: Adult nonfiction— Retirement Planning for the Utterly Confused by Paul Petillo, Mistaken Identity by VanRyn, Cerak and Tabb, The American Medical Association Guide to Living With Diabetes by Boyd E. Metzger, M.D., Stories Behind Women of Introduces Ballroom Dance Classes Brought to you by: Dance FOR WELLNESS Instructor: Chemo Rodriguez DANCE STUDIO Duration: Four Weeks: 1 & 1/2 hours per lesson. Course I: [Small-Group II] Waltz & Cha Cha Cha May 12,19,26 & June 2 [Mon. 3:30-5pm] Course II: [Small-Group II] Salsa & Swing May 12,19,26 & June 2 [Mon. 5:30-7pm] Call Step N’ Tim Dance Studio at 517.852.9910 to reserve your spot!! They are going fast!!! Step N’ Time Dance Studio, 207 N. Main St., Nashville, Ml 49073 email: stepntime@hotmail.com § _______ Kimberly Rodriguez: Owner & Director I Extraordinary Faith by Ace Collins, I Lost My Love In Baghdad: A Modern War Story by Michael Hastings, Martha Stewarts Cookies from the editors of Martha Stewart Living magazine, The Truth About Being a Leader...and Nothing but The Truth by Dr. Karen Otazo, Heaven’s To Betsy! And Other Curious Sayings by Charles Earle Funk, Thereby Hangs A Tale: Stories of Curious Word Origins by Charles Earle Funk, Dictionary of Idioms by Marvin Terban, Monopoly: The Story Behind the World’s Best­ Selling Game by Rod Kennedy, Jr., The American Medical Association Guide to Preventing and Treating Heart Disease by Martin S. Lipsky, The Candy Bombers by Andrei Cherny. FictionLost Souls by Lisa Jackson, Suddenly by Barbara Delinsky, Where Are You Now? by Mary Higgins Clark, 3rd Angel by Alice Hoffman, Dancing Naked at the Edge of Dawn by Kris Radish, The Elegant Gathering of White Snows by Kris Radish, Annie Freeman’s Fabulous Traveling Funeral by Kris Radish, Santa Fe Dead by Stuart Woods, The Whole Truth by David Baldacci, The 3rd Circle by Amanda Quick. Fiction mystery— Pressed to Kill by Dolores Johnson, Primary Storm by Brendan DuBois. Christian fiction Ready to Wed by Melody Carlson, Hidden History by Melody Carlson, Back Home Again by Melody Carlson, Recipes and Wooden Spoons by Judy Baer, We Have This Moment by Diann Hunt, The Price of Fame by Carolyne Aarsen, The Forbidden by Beverly Lewis. Young adult Christian fiction— Project: Rescue Chelsea by Melody Carlson. Teen—Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants, Second Summer of the Sisterhood, Girls In Pants: Third Summer of the Sisterhood, Forever In Blue: Fourth Summer ofthe Sisterhood by Ann Brashares, Angels in Pink: Holly’s Story by Lurlene McDaniel, Angels In Pink: Kathleen’s Story by Lurlene McDaniel, Slam by Nick Hornby, Peculiar Treasures by Robin Jones Gunn. Juniors — David Beckham by Jeff Savage, My Lucky Day by Keiko Kasza, The Legend of the Indian Paintbrush retold and illustrated by Tomie de Paola, The Mine-O-Saur by Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen, Barry Bonds by Jeff Savage, The Invention of Hugo Cabret by Bian Selzrick, ‘Twas the Night Before Summer by Anne Margaret Lewis, 101 Ways to Bug Your Teacher by Lee Wardlaw. Audio CDs—Divine by Karen Kingsbury, Einstein See LIBRARY, page 8 In Memory of Joshua Patrick Widenhofer May 21, 1979 - April 20, 2007 So has it really been a year since we cried the most awful tears. As our children play at my feet the music never skips a beat. So much has changed but the pain still remains. Yet life and love continue to reel we all must stand up to feel So much you gave us in your life and death to the wisdom there is no depth. All for the glory of God you would say never questioning what you were having to give away. We miss and love you so and will never let your memory go. For I am certain that you are at peace far greater than ever before which allows me to walk through this door and try to love once more. Love always Kristin, Patience & Grace �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, April 26,2008 — Page 5 in the Classifieds? Anything from cars to condos Jewelry to jukeboxes furniture to firewood Just about SELL YOURS TODAY 7& anything! I • J - OTHER PRODUCTS AVAILABLE - reniK MAPLE VALLEY — *Q qWG news^ The People Paper' DELIVERED EVERY SATURDAY DELIVERED EVERY WEDNESDAY DELIVERED EVERY THURSDAY (269)945-9554 (269)781-5444 (269)965-3955 hIsdngs Banner Reach over 100,000 area homes! 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Box 163 • Battle Creek Ml 49016 • 965-3955 • Fax 968-8586 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, April 26,2008 — Page 6 School’s bullying policy lacks backbone From Our Readers To the editor: Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues On the 16th of April, my son was walking out to the bus when he heard another kid behind him tell someone else to shoot my son with a metal shard. My son turned partially around to see who right now that score is 90 was doing the talking and percent. So, in other words, if was struck with a small piece your child gets a B or C in ofmetal by his ear. It tore the the class then takes the exit skin but luckily did little exam and does not make at other damage. He was lucky least a 90 percent, your child because what if it had hit him will not get credit for that in the ear, itself, or in his class. eye? This is happening to all He came home and told freshman kids, both general me about this. I got on the and special ed. phone to talk to Assistant I urge you to call your state Principal Duska Brumm. She representative to try to told me that she would look change the standard or start at the tape from the camera using the standards in a that they have out front and lower grade so that our kids let me know either that night at least have a fighting or the next day what she chance. found. I had still not heard Sue Clark, from her by late morning the Vermontville next day and decided to go up to the school to see what she had found out. She said that she could not find my son or one of the kids that my son said was responsible on the tape. So I asked her if she had talked to any ofthem yet and I was told that she was too busy getting things ready for the senior trip the service hair, nail and next day and other work, and TANNING SALON had not had the time to talk Laws put graduation at risk To the editor: Sixty percent of the 2011 graduating class will not receive a diploma. Starting with this year’s freshman class year, the state has set the standards for graduation so high most kids can not keep up. Thirty percent ofthe fresh­ man class this year are fail­ ing algebra which is required for graduation. Special education kids will be put into general education classes and expected to be able to pass at the high stan­ dards that the state has set. Exit exams will also be required for each class that is required for graduation and Full Prom is May 3rd Book Your Prom Appointments Today other property closer to the schools to be used for the construction of building trades houses, or toward the replacement of buses, boilers or the gym floor at the high Cheryl Pierce, Owner/Stylist • Angie Salyer, Stylist Michelle Snowden, Nail Tech Hours: Mon. 9-2, Tues.-Fri. 9-5, Evenings By Appt., Sat. 9-12 MAPLE VALLEY Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service N-MAIN STnDcaaail cEoe ltaaitca 221nashvule Phone (517) 852-1915 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 - ABR Home 517-852-5066 ■ Rick Winegar, Realtor - GRI e-PRO Cell 269-838-2884 Jeff Weiler, Realtor 517-852-1915 LOCATED IH NASHVILLE ON $72,50011 IN NASHVILLE ALMOST 2 ACRES ATTENTION YOUNG COUPLESI Three bedrooms, 1-1/2 baths, formal dining room, large covered Hard to find a nicer "first home” for II 2 deck and patio, 3 car garage plus OUS extra garage for lawn and garden bedr seatools. Lots of elbow room for outside recration and gardening. Calll son v e t o „a homer for more info. Appliances 24x32 garage and 14x24 shed. I included. (N-40) year home warranty provided by seller. (N-37) the prl kitch Write to council to keep our dam _ __ _ school. • Approved the purchase of the Scott ForesmanAddison Wesley enVisionMath curriculum for kindergarten through sixth grade as presented by Maple Valley Title I math teacher Sarah Paige-Gruber. The program, which relies heavily on visual learning using computers and projec­ tion systems, also includes manipulatives and interac­ tive learning components and includes a comprehen­ sive professional training program to aid teachers implementing the new cur­ riculum. Parents also will be able to access homework and lessons via the school’s Web site. The cost ofthe new cur- NASHVILLE - NICE "UPDATED" FAMILY HOME APPROX. 1900 SQ. FT. 4 bedroom, 2 full bath home with fenced back yard, MEL, large kitchen and dining, huge living room, all appl. incl., (except hot t tub neg.), includes 2 car heated garage plus bonus 1 car garage. Call Rick for an appt. (N-39) IN NASHVILLE NOW $55,00011 2 bedroom home on corner lot, appliances included, also some other furnishings. Possession at close! Call Rick or Homer. (N-31) PRICE REDUCED TO $90,0001 GOOD FAMILY HOME IN NASHVILLEI 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1st floor laundry, 2 car garage 2/heated workshop. Patio & 3 seasons room, central air, fenced yard. Call Homer or Rick. (N-157) VACANT PARCELS 2.2 ACRES NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE. On main road - surveyed, perked, mod­ REDUCED TO $79,0001 “,a’’s accePtab,e- Mat. gas available, rolling with some trees. Land Contract terms.. Call Homer. PRICE REDUCED! (VL-114) NEAR SAUBEE LAKE, MOVE-IN CONDITION 3 PERKED ar SURVEYED: Rolling terrain, seeded to hay, seller financing 3 bedrooms, main floor laundry, available. North of Vermontville, blacktop road. PRICE REDUCED! VL-155) clean, well maintained oak cabi- Call Homer. nets. Attached 2 car garage. 2+ ACRES North of Vermontville, blacktop road, natural gas available, surveyed, Lakewood Schools, many perked. Contract terms. Call Homer. (VL-34) improvements p v including u g wndows windows and siding and many updates raroof onodf 2004. 2si0d0in4g. Back Baancdk dmdeck eacnky isisup224x12, d4axt1e2s,, appliances including. Beautiful setting to view wildlife. Call situation; it allows fish to come up like a fish ladder, it reduces the level of water by a foot and if constructed properly needs minimum maintenance and is virtually indestructible. So strike a vote for the generations to come and tell the council to preserve/restore the dam and millpond. Steve Toman, Nashville 60 ACRES ■ FARM fie HUNTING LAND. JUST REDUCED TO $ 185,0001 Approximately Approximately 30 30 acres acres woods. woods. Call Call Homer Homer or or Rick. Rick. (VL-1 ( 59) * ACRE BUILD SITE Paved road In the COUNTRY. Perked surveyed, easy commute to Rick.Lansing, Battle Creek. Great location, dose to hunting fie Fishing! Culvert and drive are IN w/permit MV schools. 4 miles north of Vermontville. Call Rick. (VL-149) riculum is $38,875. • Approved a motion to allow Kramer to pursue expanding the district’s Early 4s preschool, or Michigan School Readiness Program (MSRP), from the 18 students fully funded by state aid for four half-days each week to 32 fully funded students (16 each in one morning and one afternoon session). This would be done in part by eliminating one teaching aid position and decreasing the number of days the program operates to the state minimum of 105. • Unanimously approved a motion establishing two standards for determining the “top 10” students for this year’s seniors, juniors and sophomores. The classes of 2008, 2009 and 2010 will have two “top 10” lists; one determined by solely by grade point average (GPA) the other determined by blending the students’ GPA and SAT scores. Starting with the class of 2011, the valedictorian and salutatorian designation will be elimi­ nated, and the “top 10” will be determined solely by blending GPA and SAT scores. • Recognized the Maple Valley News for its coverage of school events and news by nominating the newspaper for the Michigan School Board Association’s Media Honor Roll. MAPLE VALLEY KINDERGARTEN a- THORNAPPLE LAKE - $88,90011 Shows like new, 1998 mfg. home, central air, double lot. Call Rick or Homer. (LK-26) telling. This has happened before, aftd I can understand his fear. I am sure that some children do not even come forward with their parents because they are afraid of reprisals from the bully if they tell on them. Maple Valley Parent Editor’s note: Rarely do we print “anonymous" letters. The person who wrote this letter provided a name, address and phone number, which we request in our let­ ters policy. To provide anonymity to the student involved, we have chosen to withhold the parent’s name. BOARD, continued from page 1 226 N. Main • Nashville 517-852-1757 06671213 son be physically assaulted to them yet. I find it reprehensible that before something is done to planning for the senior trip stop this from happening and any other work can be so again and again? Does he much more important than have to be seriously injured the safety of my child and or killed before the school possibly the safety of other system will do something? We need. to change the parents’ children. . Neither Principal Todd school’s code of student con­ Gonser or Assistant Principal duct policies on bullying so Brumm were available later, that there would be a zero as I believe they were both tolerance for bullying in our on the senior trip to schools; that bullying will be Washington, D.C. I can see dealt with immediately and some of the teachers going severely. My son feels that because I on the senior trip to super­ vise the students, but why are have reported this incident, I both the principals who are am just causing him more responsible for the school trouble, because they will try to “get even’’ with him for gone also? • In our case, our son has been bullied at different times throughout the last four to five years by some of the same students, again and again. To my knowledge, the worst punishment that has To the editor: resulted from this for the To anyone concerned bully has been a one-day sus­ about the dam and millpond pension from school. In most in Nashville, I am for pre­ cases, they have been sent to serving them. If you are, a student support resources to letter to Nashville Village write a plan of actio for what Council, Nashville, MI they did wrong, how they 49073, telling them you are could have solved the prob­ in support of preserving/ lem differently, and how restoring the dam and they would never do it again: millpond will be a great help. to turn right around and do I am all for a weir step­ the same thing again. down dam like the one in How many times must my Dimondale. It is a win-win ROUND-UP If your child will be 5 years old on or before December 1, 2008, please call Fuller Street Elementary at 517-852-9468 to schedule an appointment. You will need to bring the following: • Certified birth certificate & • Proof of residency or ask for school of choice form & • Immunizations record,(last set can be given as soon as they turn 4 years old) Students will also be scheduled for a vision/hearing test. Roundup will be at the Grace Community Church in Nashville on 4/29 4/30, & 5/1, 2008. Maple Valley Early Four Program Ifyour child will be 4 before December 1, 2008, please call �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, April 26,2008 — Page 7 Fireman sculpture makes ‘tour stop’ in VermontvilleNASHVILLE I OPEN: 7 DAYS A WEEK iH * 1 hfa i aiii ttaBKi, Nit ttiikab'lli «k? OmSri rtfcWJU "SE ntea’ifflIK tistirJltEfan KialfcHfUrd la xeexs?) ■ ■ aaSMsiffl ■K ® 3tl 'tap*^ ■Bl IdnSmiii*? ,, • iridfridnk yii e£;S?® by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer While Vermontville native and sculptor Mark Meyers gets around, traveling fre­ quently between Michigan and Florida, his work, carved from trees using a chain saw and a set ofchisels and weigh­ ing several tons usually stays rooted in one spot. Usually. Last week, Meyers’ sculp­ ture Fireman Darr came to Vermontville, the first stop on what Meyers hopes will be a “tour” of West Michigan fire stations. “I made this for Frank and Karen Brownell. He was a volunteer fireman in Olivet for many years and had this put in front of their fire bam,” said Meyers. “I asked them if it was okay if their sculpture went on tour and they said, ‘Okay,’ so it will be here in Vermontville for a year or two.” Vermontville Township Fire Chief Monte O’Dell said his department is happy to give the sculpture a tem­ porary home. “I guess you could say we have a new member of the fire department,” said O’Dell. “Mark does an amazing job, and this sculp­ ture is awesome.” Meyers said he named the sculpture Fireman Darr, after his friend Darr Sample who was one of the first peo­ ple to encourage his sculpt­ ing. Meyers said a man gave him the tree, which weighs nearly six tons, and he start­ ed carving it right after the Sept. 11 attack on the World Trade Center. “I tried to incorporate as many details as possible,” said Meyers. “He’s holding a flag and he’s also has an air rank, gauge, hat and face shield. 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CHICKEN DRUMS & THIGHS Artist Mark Meyers pauses from his work on the sculpture, Fireman Darr, which now stands in front of the Vermontville Township fire barn on South Main Street in Vermontville. left it there.” Mark is currently working to add an inscription on the base of the sculpture which will read: “Created by Mark Meyers for Frank and Karen Brownell and dedicated to all firemen all over the United States for all their dedication and sacrifice to help others.” Nashville started on the slow side but picked up at the end ossa*. ^^F'ii (au e’tfy lea ^EXPRESS srr You’re H^ne sSSr&r Fireman Darr is the fourth Meyers sculpture to be dis­ played in downtown Vermontville. Some of his other works can be seen in front of Maple Manor and Vermontville Hardware and on the patio of the Maple Leaf. 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SERVING OUR COUNTRY Matthew A. Tidball Air Force Airman Matthew A. Tidball has graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. During the six weeks of training, Tidball studied the Air Force mission, organiza­ tion and military customs and courtesies; performed drill and ceremony marches, and received physical training, 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. He is the son of Carol Ricketts of Cleveland St., Nashville, Mich. Tidball is a 2007 graduate of Lakewood High School, Lake Odessa, Mich. Editor's Note: To help boost morale, please mail us any clippings of service members. Please send to: Army & Air Force Hometown News Service, ATTN: Print Division, 203 Norton St., San Antonio, Texas 78226-1848. 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The teams have important league duals this Tuesday at Hackett Catholic Central, against the host Fighting Irish and the Pennfield Commission on Aging Schedule of Events Panthers. In the pole vault Tuesday the Maple Valley boys’ team scored six points and the girls got ail nine. Those are points that won’t be avail­ able at Hackett, as the Irish are one of the three teams in the league that don’t have a pit. The other two are Kalamazoo Christian and Parchment. Stacey Fassett led the Maple Valley girls in that event against Olivet, clearing 9 feet 6 inches. Karlee Mater was second at 8-6, and CoUfllU J Engagements Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Hearty Menu Monday, April 28 Polish sausage, parslied potatoes, sauerkraut, man­ darin oranges, wheat bread. Tuesday, April 29 Chicken parmesan, spaghetti noodles, Redskin potatoes, cauliflower, apple juice. Wednesday, April 30 Meatloaf, mashed potatoes, carrots, spiced apples, wheat bread. Cold Menu Monday, April 28 Ground bologna, marinated vegetables, diced pears, wheat bread. Tuesday, April 29 Ham and pasta salad, mari­ nated carrots, mandarin m oranges, whole wheat crack­ ers. Wednesday, April 30 Sliced chicken, tomato salad, mixed fruit, wheat bread. Activities Calendar Monday, April 28: Music/Crafts Hastings 10:30 a.m.; Watercolor 1 p.m.; Card Making 12:30 p.m.; Kinship Care 7 p.m. Delton - Birthday Party; Nashville 5 10:30 a.m. H, W, N - reminiscence. Tuesday, April 29: Volunteer Luncheon. All Sites Closed. H - No Haircuts. Wednesday, April 30: Hastings - Nails. Delton Reminiscence. Woodland Nashville 5 11:30 a.m. James-Wilson Nichole Leigh James and Benjamin Russell Wilson will be pronounced husband and wife on August 8, 2008 at The Medalist Golf Club in Marshall. Parents of the couple are Timothy and Michelle James and Kristine and Gary Gilson of Vermontville and Mike and Sue Wilson of Marshall. The Te bride r e iss aa 2002 gradug ate of Maple Valley High School and a 2006 graduate of Olivet College. Nikki is as a Cost employed Accountant with Dowding Industries Inc. of Eaton Rapids. The groom is a 2002 grad­ uate of Olivet High School and a 2006 graduate of Olivet College. Ben is employed as a Student Services Specialist with Olivet Community Schools. Catara Briggs third at 7-6. It was one of two events in the field the Lion ladies scored a sweep in. Maple Valley’s Ashley Gonser took the dis­ cus with a throw of 103-7.5, followed by teammates Brittanie Brady (98-0) and Britiney Stambaugh (94-1). Brady won the shot put at 31-5, and the Lions also got a win in the field events from Lauren Pierce who took the long jump at 16-2.5. Katy Barkley, who was second to Brady in the shot put with a throw of 30-6.5, was the only Eagle to finish first on the track taking the 3200-meter run in 12 min­ utes and 59 seconds, the 1600 in 5:42.89, and the 800 in 2:33.64. The rest of the runningg events went to the Lions. In the relays, the Maple Valley team of Randi Vinson, Kayla, Shaw, Pantera Rider, and Lauren Trumble won the 3200­ meter race in 11:00.73; Mater, Mallorie Densmore, Lizzy Stewart, and Dani Christensen took the 800 in 1:52.02; Shawndenae Rost, Densmore, Stewart, and Christensen won the 400 in 52.02 seconds; and Rider, Leslee Rigelman, Densmore, and Stewart won the 1600 in 4:31.67. Pierce was the 100-meter dash champ in 12.80 and won the 200 in 27.16. Christensen won the 100meter hurdles in 16.08 and the 300-meter hurdles in 48.26. Stewart took the 400 for the Lions in 1:04.26. The Olivet boys proved to be a bit deeper than the girls’, but still managed just one win on the track by tak­ ing the 400-meter relay by less than half a second. The other three Olivet wins came in field events. 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Ionia, Comer of Nashville Hwy. & Ionia, Vermontville 517-726-0486 Hours: Sun. 9am-9pm • Mon.-Thurs. 7am-10pm • Fri. 7am-llpm • Sat. 8am-llpm Big Tom Contest Sponsored by Duey’s Corner & Eaton County Struttin Toms • AU birds will be scored & photographed at Duey’s Comer • 2 Age Groups Adult 17 +Up Youth 17 & Under • Scores based on: Total Length Beard & Spurs AND Multiple Beards total combined length • Turkeys must be brought in complete & legally tagged • Judges decisions are final • Contest runs from April 21 - June 1 • Must be 2008 Hunt birds only • Prizes Awarded! • No entry fee required. ■ | Rob Morehouse, Zac Eddy, Brad Laverty, and Jeff Burd started things off well on the track for the Lion boys Tuesday by winning the 3200-meter relay in 8:51.82. The three relays the Lions won, they won handily. The team of Morehouse, Justin Kennedy, Burd, and Charles Wymer took the 800-meter relay in 1:35.86. In the 1600meter relay the Lion four­ some of Brandon Vaughn, Josh Hall, Nick Thurlby, and Burd won in 3:32.83. Wymer also won three individual events. He took the 100 in 11.11, the 200 in 23.09, and the 400 in 52.95. Laverty and Thurlby won two individual events each. Laverty took the 1600 in 4:55.86 and the 3200 in 10:56.60. Thurlby won the 110-meter hurdles in 15.76 and the 300 hurdles in 40.13 to tie the Maple Valley school record. The Lions also got a win from Burd in the 800 (2:08.76), Chris Loveall in the shot put (43-2.75), and Kaleb Root in the pole vault (13-7). After Tuesday’s league meet, the Lions will head to Concord on Friday. Last Saturday, the Lion boys were second and the girls third at the Portland Invitational. Alma took the boys’ title with 147 points. The Lions finished with 144.5. Hartland was third with 85, followed by Portland 78, Jackson Northwest 56, Durand 25.5, Annapolis 13, and Portland St. Patrick 9. Thurlby had a big day, winning the 110-meter hur­ dles in 15.89 and the 300meter hurdles in 41.18. He also teamed with Wymer, Morehouse, and Burd to win the 1600-meter relay in 3:31.98. Wymer and Burd also won individual events, with Wymer taking the 200 in 23.39 and Burd the 800 in 2:02.94. Root took the pole vault for the Lions by clear06671286 ing 12-6. In the girls’ meet Hartland took the championship with 146 points, followed by Alma 109, Maple Valley 85, Portland 75, Annapolis 52, Northwest 5L Durand 37, and St. Patrick 3. The Lion girls also won the mile relay, with the team of Rider, Rigelman, Densmore, and Stewart fin­ ishing in 4:25.90. Stewart won the 400 in 1:02.24, and Maple Valley got a win in the pole vault from Fassett who cleared 9-0. The Salon ALL THE PERKS OFAN UPSCALE SALM RIGHTHERE IN NASHVILLE WAITING FOR YOU!! Hair • Tanning • Nails 207 N. Main Street • Nashville 517-852-0313 SARAH'S BACK!! 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Blankenship, Husband and Wife to Mortgage Electronic Registration System, Inc., solely as nominee for Access Mortgage and Financial, Mortgagee, dated May 14, 2003 and recorded May 20, 2003 in Instrument # 1104772 Barry County Records; Michigan. Said mortgage was subsequently assigned to: Household Finance Corporation III, on which mort­ gage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of SixtyThree Thousand Three- Hundred Ninety Dollars and Forty-Four Cents ($63,390.44) including interest 14.125% per annum. Under the power of sale con­ tained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said, mortgage will be fore­ closed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on May 8,2008. Said premises are situat­ ed in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Part of Section 9, Town 2 North, Range 9 West, described as: commencing at the South one-quarter corner of said section; thence North 03 degrees 06 minutes 51 seconds East along the North and South onequarter line 1615.20 feet to the point of beginning; thence contin­ uing North 03 degrees 06 min­ utes 51 seconds East along the North and South one-quarter line 413.46 feet; thence South 84 degrees 26 minutes 46 seconds East 160.62 feet; thence North 78 degrees 36 minutes 03 seconds East 84.89 feet; thence South 04 degrees 57 minutes 23 seconds West 117.72 feet; thence South 88 degrees 09 minutes 21 sec­ onds East 70.84; thence South 19 degrees 28 minutes 04 sec­ onds East 18.89 feet; thence South 03 degrees 06 minutes 51 seconds West parallel with said North and South one-quarter line 278.02 feet; thence North 89 degrees 50 minutes 11 seconds West 317,37. feet to the point of beginning. Commonly known as 5657 Wilkins Road, Hastings Ml 49058 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1MCL MCL 600.3241 or 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later. Dated: APRIL 2, 2008 Household Finance Corporation III Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 08-90506 ASAP# 2729253 04/05/2008, 04/12/2008, 04/19/2008, 04/26/2008 06669950 5,000 people since 2002. 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: Paul T. Boyer & Carol E. Boyer, Husband and Wife, As Joint Tenants to Homeowners Loan Corporation, Mortgagee, dated October 5, 2000 and recorded October 31, 2000 in Instrument #1051394 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was subsequently assigned through mesne assign­ ments to: Household Finance Corporation III, on which mort­ gage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sevehty-Seven Thousand Eight Hundred Fifty-Six Dollars and Forty-Six Cents ($77,856.46) including interest 10.2% 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, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on May 8, 2008. Said premises are situated in Township of Hope, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning at the Southwest Corner of Section 19, Town 2 North, Range 9 West; Thence North 0 degrees 19 minutes 51 seconds East along the West Section Line 198 feet; thence South 88 degrees 24 min­ utes 12 seconds East, 472.91 feet; thence South 0 degrees 41 minutes 54 seconds West parallel to the East line of the Southwest quarter of the Southwest quarter of the Southwest quarter of said section 198 feet to the South sec­ tion line; thence North 88 degrees 24 minutes 5 seconds West along said South line; 471.62 feet to the place of begin­ ning. Subject to rights of the pub­ lic over that part as used for road purposes on Miller and Rose Roads and any easements of record. Also subject to rights-ofeasements. way Mobile/ Manufactured Home Description 1992 64x28 Redman Serial #11240119 Borrower declares that the above described Mobile Home will remain permanently affixed to the property and will be treated as a fixture. Borrower also declares that the wheels, axles and hitches have been removed and that the mobile home is connected to the utilities. Borrower and lender intend that the Mobile Home lose its nature as personal property and become real property. In addition, Borrower declares that the Mobile Home has been assessed as real property for AD Valorem Taxes. Lender will reserve an interest in the Mobile Home both under the real property laws and the laws relating to Motor Vehicles and personal property. Commonly known as 6950 Rose Road, Delton Ml 49046 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless deter­ mined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later. Dated: APRIL 1, 2008 Household Finance Corporation III, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 08-90505 ASAP# 2729453 04/05/2008, 04/12/2008,. 04/19/2008, 04/26/2008 06669955 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, April 26, 2008 — Page 11 Lions can’t find the net in close loss to rival Eagles O- lii k jJjnS by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Maple Valley’s varsity girls’ soccer team suffered a tough 2-0 loss to Olivet at Fuller St. Field Wednesday evening in Kalamazoo Valley Association action. Olivet jumped ahead of the Lions at the bottom ofthe league standings thanks to goals from Marissa Peak and Hannah Arney. Peak scored the lone goal of the first half, and also assisted on Arney’s goal crossing a pass in front ofthe Lion net which was deflected in by Arney with 8:46 to go in the second half. The goal by Amey in the second half came on one of the Eagles’ few attacks against the Lion net during the second 40 minutes of the contest “We dominated three quarters of the game in the midfield,” said Lion head coach Chris Ricketts, “from <sSS iW ft <>$ ?w w •a*; "■• ; •a,;■•; Ss s ’*®' SSg ^gg?SjX S?$$jX j :?$ 25SJ? x**?? x R4> EEpPSSiSS^Ji2??fatitSSe P" ’J*i2fati* ■ "to ’tofowjL* L* F* Wis^. |st» kiietalniJh I «te toSuM^. Itoit Martel® ' !®|?® tetafeltar mbr Wnjfcji Itt# ttiEiShJtere kdta BtiihidtaM! nM IwM tote, tai Itrt! rttJiri Mall’fiSi™ L K pSutn!, nj jdjs,t ea^te MpMtt jv^ad fuposts 01 ife rt to* •» “S!L"± Ea ■***•* Kj)|j Wrt"*W EJ/lW** F" *rf*siWW *® *K* ******** EJ F 21**2 e&"£ f* DePW ’ i% th\t h\t Maple Valley’s Jessica Events races up field between Olivet defenders Cylie Huffman (left) and Trisha Funk during the second half Wednesday night. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Lions try to build pitching depth in split with Pennfield A non-conference double header against Kalamazoo Valley Association rival Pennfield was as much about building a better team for the future as it was about trying to win games for the Lion varsity softball team Thursday in Battle Creek. Maple Valley struck out five and allowed only three Panther hits in earning the game one win, a 6-0 Lion victory. Pennfield edged out the Lions in game two though, 16-15. Lion freshman Tiffani Allwardt, pitching for the second time on the varsity, struggled in the third inning of game two as the Eagles pushed eight runs across to take a 10-6 lead. “I’m trying to get some experience on the mound pitching with some of our other pitchers during non­ conference games, so I don’t totally depend on our num­ ber one pitcher Cedie Angus,” said Lion head coach Mary Lesage. “It’s dif­ ficult running a good pro­ gram with only one pitcher, so we need to work in some new blood on the mound to help out.” The Lion bats did the best they could to help out the pitchers in the second game, but the gloves were really what let the team down. “You can’t win games with 20 errors,” said Lesage. Walks and errors account­ ed for the big early rally by the Panthers in game two. The Lions came back though. They tied the game at 10-10 with four runs in the fourth thanks to hits from Cassie Knauss, Bailey Flower, Teri Hurosky, and Tina Westendorp. It was back and forth the rest of the way. The Panthers scored four runs in the sixth with the help of a few more Lion errors, and then added two more in the top of the seventh to go up 16-11. In the seventh inning the Lions came up with four runs in a solid effort to regain the lead. Page Semrau, Knauss, Flower, and Hurosky all scored runs for the Lions in the late inning rally. In game one, The Lions scored three runs in the sec­ ond inning, then added two more in the sixth and one in the seventh. Brianna Misiewicz was 2-for-3 in the contest with two RBI’s to lead the Lion offense. Markelle Brumm was 2-for2 with a single and a double, and Westendorp added two RBI’s. Maple Valley is now 6-2 overall and 2-0 in the KVA. The Lions scored wins in both games of a double head­ er at Parchment March 15. The Lions will see Pennfield again when the two teams meet for their league contests at MVHS May 19. The Lions return to league action Monday at home against Olivet, then Thursday play host to Kalamazoo Christian. Maple Valley’s Page Semrau beats out the throw to first base during the first game of Thursday’s double header against Pennfield. (Photo by Art Frith) Hansbarge Heating & Air Conditioning W 1: «> * “W about midway through the first half and then we con­ trolled the whole second half.” With a midfield push led by Sarah Ellison, Alicia White, Meghan Howard, and Amanda Paxson the Lions were able to push the ball deep into Eagle territory on a number of occasions in the second half. “The kids I count on, or have asked to step up, I thought they did,” said Ricketts. The Lions just lack that athletic finisher who can put the ball in the back ofthe net once they reach that point on the field. The Lions got off a handful of shots, but most rolled harmlessly wide ofthe goal or were right at the Eagle goalie. Late in the first half the Lions just missed getting the game tying goal, as a shot by White glanced off the top of the cross bar and out of bounds. The loss puts the Lions at 0-3 for the season in the Kalamazoo Valley Association. They return to league action Monday at home against a strong Maple Valley’s Amanda Paxson (left) fights for a Kalamazoo Christian team, bouncing ball with Olivet’s Teddy Short during the first then travel to take on half of Wednesday night’s KVA contest in Nashville. Galesburg-Augusta (Photo by Brett Bremer) Wednesday. LICENSED INSURED Vermontville, Ml COLE HAIXISBARGER Owner RUUD Featuring Ruud Gas Furnaces and Air Conditioners. Full Line of Indoor Air Quality Products • FREE Estimates | �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, April 26,2008 — Page 12 Lions have lost three in a row headed into big league week It was a very good day until the very end Saturday, as the Maple Valley varsity baseball team hosted its own Maple Valley Invitational in Vermontville. The Lions opened the day with an 8-1 win over Bellevue, but then fell in the tournament championship game 21-2 to Southfield Christian. The Eagles from Southfield Christian are ranked number four in the state in Division 4 at this early point in the season. Maple Valley hung with the Eagles for a while. It was 4-1 after five innings, but the Eagle offense exploded and the Lion pitching eroded as Southfield Christian scored four runs in the top of the sixth inning and then 13 in the top of the seventh. “We played with them for four innings,” said Lion head coach Bryan Carpenter. “We put some kids on the mound that just couldn’t throw Maple Valley’s Ryan Brooke takes a big cut at a pitch during the championship game of the Maple Valley Invitational Saturday in Vermontville. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Big or small. If it’s a diesel, it deserves Amoco® Premier Diesel Fuel Guaranteed Quality 50 CETANE! It s specially formulated to treat your 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 con­ tains D-Guard, an exclusive additive combination to help protect fuel injectors against rust, corrosion, gum and varnish. 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Smith had two hits and a run, and Bums sixth and seventh innings. Carpenter said. Fisher was hit with his chipped in a double and an Kyle Fisher started the game, and went three and a third first loss of the year on the RBI. Meade was hit with the strong innings. He allowed mound, although through six just one hit and no earned innings he allowed only two loss. He allowed six hits and runs, while striking out earned runs. He walked four, six earned runs, while strik­ gave up eight hits, and struck ing out six, in five and a seven and walking four. third. Paisley came on in “It was a valuable learning out nine. Caldwell and Paisley led relief and surrendered two experience for our team,” said Carpenter. “Southfield the Lion offense with two more runs, on five hits. He Christian was a measuring hits each. Fisher and Jared struck out two. stick for us to see where we Smith had the other two Lion “We as a team need to are as a team. I think we real­ hits in the game. learn how to win close The Lions fell behind 11-6 games,” said Carpenter. “We ized we can play with good baseball teams, we just have as the Irish scored five runs will continue to develop an in the sixth inning, but the attitude where we expect to to play for seven innings.” Justin Hoffman, Kyle Lions gave themselves a win no matter who we play. Bums, Tyler Franks, and chance to win in the end Now we have to work to do A.J. Malik each had a single again. Maple Valley had the it in the conference. It is still to record the four hits for the bases loaded with nobody early, but we can’t afford to Lions. Southfield Christian out in the bottom of the give any more games away. combined 16 hits to go along sixth. The Lions have a huge with the 16 walks. “Poor base running ran us week ahead in the KVA. The In the opener, Maple out of a potential big Lions host Olivet Monday Valley jumped in front 5-0 inning,” Carpenter said. “We and then Kalamazoo with two runs in the second made some poor decisions Christian Thursday. and three more in the third against the Broncos from Bellevue. Michael Paisley had a great game pitching for the Lions. He went the full seven innings, finishing with three hits allowed and ten strike­ outs. He didn’t allow an earned run. “We played with a lead and made plays on defense,” Carpenter said. “It was a very good game overall for us. We knew it was a game we should win, and we did.” Fisher, Deven Meade, Chris Caldwell, and Ryan Brooke had two hits each for the Lion's. Fisher scored two runs. Meade scored twice and drove in two. Caldwell also had a run and two RBI. Brooke had two RBI’s. James Cramer drove in one, himself on a homer. The Lions returned to action in the Kalamazoo Valley Association (KVA) Tuesday afternoon, and suf­ fered a pair of losses at Hackett Catholic Central. The Fighting Irish took game one 8-6 then won game two 11-7. Maple Valley trailed 7-1 heading into the top of the Lion pitcher Kyle Fisher fires from the mound during seventh in game one, but ral­ the fourth inning against Southfield Christian Saturday lied for five runs in the afternoon. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Maple Valley golf in seventh so far Maple’s varsity boys’ golf team finished seventh at each of the first two Kalamazoo Valley Association (KVA) jamborees this spring. Parchment won Monday’s jamboree at Eastern Hills Golf Course, firing a 143. Kalamazoo Christian was second with a 148, followed by Hackett Catholic Central 161, Olivet 161, Pennfield 170, Delton 173, and Maple Valley 189. Maple Valley was led by Barry Roscoe’s 42. Kory Starks added a 44 for the Lions, R.J. Browne 51, and Hutch Joppie and Tory Roberts each fired 52’s. Kalamazoo Christian’s Austin Vandermeer, Parchment’s Scotty Sulka, and Hackett’s Sheldon Keyte each shot an even-par 35 on the day. Keyte and his Fighting Irish teammates led the league as it opened play at Milham Park last Friday. The Irish fired a 161 on their home course. Kalamazoo Christian was second with a 162, followed by Olivet 168, Parchment 173, Pennfield 185, Delton 188, and Maple Valley 203. The Lions are off' now until visiting Mullenhurst Golf Course for a league jamboree May 1. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/822/MapleValleyNews_2008-05-03.pdf bf4194cfddcb2e3b8be1ebd79105f68e PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY APLE VAL lew 227 EAST STATE ST HASTINGS Ml 49058 MVN X Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 136-No. 18, May 3, 2008 A local paper oftoday! Cold weather no deterrent for annual Syrup Festival No festival is complete without an antique car show. The Vermontville Syrup Festival queen’s court makes its way through the parade on their float Saturday, April 26. (See more photos on page 6) Castleton Twp. pension plan: illegal expenditure or procedural error? by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Over 31 years ago, the Castleton Township Board approved a resolution estab­ lishing a pension plan for township employees and officers. Township resident Don Wiggins is now alleg­ ing, based on a 1974 opinion by then-State Attorney General Frank J. Kelley, that since the board did not adopted a formal ordinance, all payment of township funds into the pension plan and dispersed to former offi­ cers and employees are ille­ gal expenditures. Township officials disagree. “There’s no statute that says you need to have an ordinance, just an attorney general’s opinion,” said Township Supervisor Jud Cooley, the only current board member who was serving when the pension plan was approved April 1, 1977. “It was a procedural error, and we’ll correct it as quick­ ly as we can,” said Township Clerk Loma Wilson, who added that it is possible that the board did indeed adopt and ordinance in 1977 but the records may have been lost. “Unfortunately, 31 years ago each township officer had their own office in their home. Then they moved from their homes to a town­ ship office, to their homes and then to this office. The thing is, they may have passed an ordinance and it was lost or misplaced in one of the moves. I haven’t been able to find an actual ordi­ nance but the resolution is on the books,” she said. In response to Wiggins’ Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request, the town- ship provided him with a copy ofthe handwritten min­ utes of the April 1, 19^7, township board meeting which contained this item: “The following resolution for the Castleton Twp. Board was made by Pixley and sec­ onded by Brumm: Be it resolved that the Castleton Twp. Board by this resolu­ tion has adopted effective April 1, 1977, the basic Michigan Twp. Association Pension Plan Insurance Co. for its elected officials and employees to be funded entirely by the township. “Yeas: Endsley, Pixley, Brumm, Cooley and Long. Motion carried.” Wiggins said that the reso­ lution was not adequate based on this portion ofthe June 11, 1974, Kelley opinion: “... once a township decides to exercise this discretionary authority, it must do so “by ordinance.” As with all town­ ship ordinances, the township must comply with the provi­ sions of MCLA 41.181 et seq.; MSA 5.45 (1) et seq., in enacting the ordinance...It is my opinion, therefore, that all townships must implement the discretionary authority of 1960 PA 27, supra, by ordi­ nance.” In a letter dated April 23, 2008, Wiggins wrote to Cooley: “I write on behalf of Castleton Township’s tax­ payers to request that Castleton Township halt the expenditure of any public funds to provide Castleton Township’s elected officials with future retirement bene­ fits after March 31, 2008, until a pension ordinance has been adopted as set forth in AG Opinion 4818 by Frank T. (sic) Kelley, a former Attorney General of Michigan. Maple Valley Schools observe Earth Day Tuesday, April 22, Earth Day was very busy in the Maple Valley School District-. Teams of high school and elementary stu­ dents shared some time together to gain a better understanding ofhow to take care of the Earth. The high school.first hour Earth science class and teacher Lonnie Spencer trav­ eled to the third grade class­ rooms to share the ideas of planting and caring for trees, energy-saving tips and recy­ cling. After this introduction to Earth Day, the classes were then planted a tree or a pep­ per dr tomato plant. “The students worked tremendously together,”, said Spencer: “Each high school student helped each third grader with their plant con­ tainer, the dirt and lastly the plant. Mother Nature, her­ self, was helpful as well with one very beautiful morning.” The conversation and smiles were continuous throughout the morning and it seemed as though each stu­ dent came away with a little better feeling about how they could help others understand that Earth Day truly has meaning, he added. Earlier in the week the first -grade students were asked to compete in a color­ ing competition about the Earth and its creatures. Students from each class­ room were selected as top three artists. Good Time Pizza gave the top student in each class an ice cream cone. Later in the day, two ofthe second grade classes came to the high school for lunch and an Earth Day Nature Hunt The third-hour high school Earth science class hosted the youngsters and with the help of the cooks, had a white sack lunch on the bleachers. One of the high school teams had a recycle session for the students after lunch, and containers were provided for the recyclables. Then it was off to the nature hunt and lots of exercise for the second graders. The hunt involved reading clues that were very insect- and bugoriented. The group leaders from the high school also shared in the exercise session of tracking the clues. The stu­ dents had fun and got acquainted with one another on a day worth sharing time together, said Spencer. “This was a good day had by all and the idea of taking care of our Earth was the theme for this Earth Day 2008,” he concluded. “It is also requested that problem by legal counsel elected officials of Castleton should set forth the pros and Township account for all cons of the problems from a funds that were unlawfully taxpayer perspective so that into the retirement plan, the solutions implemented which was never legally by elected officials are based adopted on April 1, 1977, in on what’s best for the tax­ accordance with the require­ payers from a financial per­ ments of the previously ref­ spective.” erenced attorney general Wiggins later said, opinion, and account for any “Basically I’m. trying to get earnings earned by the the board to realize that it has unlawfully expended funds financial problems. But, since the plan’s effective their general attitude is that date. Furthermore, these they have no accountability unlawfully expended funds and can do whatever they and earnings must be recov­ like and get offended when ered for Castleton someone asks questions.” Township’s taxpayers by our Wilson and Cooley con­ elected officials, MCL tend that the board has 129.61. Also, current distri­ always conducted its busi­ butions of funds from this ness in open meetings and plan to activate plan partici­ has never tried to hide any­ pants must not be authorized thing. by the plan administrator “The resolution has been named in the plan documents on the books for 31 years,” until the preceding matters said Wilson. “And it’s all been done in are resolved. meetings,” added “When legal counsel is open hired by the elected officials Cooley. of Castleton Township to “In my opinion, it is too solve pension issues, legal easy to do what is right so counsel must represent the you have to work pretty hard interest of the taxpayers of Castleton Township. In other See PLAN, page 5 words, the analysis of the In This Issue • Girls complete babysitting certification at library • Help Nashville letter carriers stamp out local hunger • Church holding 60th annual mother­ daughter banquet • Lions win one of two against TK in Middleville �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley N&vs” Saturday, May 3,2008 — Page 2 Girls complete babysitting certification at library Eleven young ladies are now certified and ready to take on babysitting clients after a completing a babysit­ ting certification course offered at Putnam District Library in Nashville. The group met two Saturdays in April at the library and received a total of eight hours of training. All 11 will soon receive their Red jCross Babysitting Certification cards. Some of the training came from a printed manual. However, most of their time was spent discussing and act­ ing out real-life situations. They brainstormed what to do in a variety of scenarios Aspiring babysitters work on their certification at Putnam District Library in Nashville. These young women recently completely the babysitter’s certification course offered at Putnam District Library. and helped each other problem-solve. They also watched several video clips to reinforce the information they were learning. Much of the second Saturday was spent learning infant CPR techniques. They 877-852-010O Call Today - Reservations Filling Fasti 975 N. Main (M-66), Nashville, MI Overlooking the beautiful Mulberry Fore GolfCourse Gardens Restaurant hands-on skills before they qualified for certification. The library hopes to host future babysitting workshops and encourages those inter­ ested to let the library staff know. Library staffwill form a list for future classes. Those who are looking for a babysitter are encouraged to ask too, the library staff will had to demonstrate profi­ ciency in this before they could be certified by their instructor, Kathy WaltersSurratt. The girls took a pre-test and a post-test to help demonstrate what they were learning. In addition to the CPR proficiency, they had to demonstrate many other try to pair them up with a recently Red Cross certified babysitter. MVCCOH to hold tutoring sessions RESERVED SEATING ONLY The Maple Valley Community Center of Hope will host a spring tutoring event from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays, May 13 and 20, and from 10 a.m. to noon Saturdays, May 17 and 24. All students who desire a safe place to work and maybe a little help with preparing for exams are encouraged to attend. “We planned this event so that the community knows including... 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This is one of the avenues in which we will do that. “We have volunteers from various professional fields, LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 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 1 st & 3rd Sunday) .. .6 p.m. REV. DAWN GOODMAN Contact numbers: (517) 852-0896 or (517) 852-9606, leave message 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) Church Service....... Sunday School ........ 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 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM 110 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517)726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG .......9 a.m. 0:30 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. FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE Wed. 530 p.m.............................. Family 6:00-7:15.......................... Pioneer Club Sun: 9:00.................................. Sunday 10: 00 Church 11: 00 Fellowship GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ........ P.M. Warship........... 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 PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org 11 a.m. .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship .................................. 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST 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. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. ‘ PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 . PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Senrices 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages .. .10:30 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship.................. 8:30 a.m (Includes Children’s Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Phone 517-852-1993 MAPLE GROVE ppeBrIBLE CHURCH ool nrice IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday School 10a. A.M. Service 11:15a. P.M. Service ........................... 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School........................... 9:45 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 ........... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School............... 11:15 a.m^ PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN 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 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.rh. 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 .. .6:30 p.m. AWANA................ 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies: United Methodist Women: 2nd Tues. Ray VanderLaan's videos, “That the World May Know’ will be showing at 7 p.m. every Sunday night through March 16 06652103 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, May 3, 2008 — Page 3 Lamb visits Putnam District Library Fifteen youngsters joined library volunteer Deb Crandall and library director Shauna Swantek for story time at the library Friday, April 25. "Grandma Deb" read The Lamb and the Butterfly and Swantek then led the group in a nine-verse version of Mary Had a Little Lamb while Deb showed the story­ book pictures. After the singing, everyone went out­ side to greet a special story time guest that assistant director Emily Mater had invited. Wooly the lamb greeted the youngsters and allowed them to pet him. Many children posed for pictures with the lamb before returning inside to Young Library patrons Paige and Lucas Hopkins visit with Emily Mater and her select books for reading at lamb. home. The next story time at the mas and bring a stuffed open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The library serves the vil­ library will be at 7 p.m. friend. The local Girl Scout Monday and Wednesday; 3 lage of Nashville and the Tuesday, May 6. It is a night­ troop will be attending to to 8 p.m. Tuesday; 10 a.m. to townships of Assyria, time story time and children read their favorite stories. 5 p.m. Friday; and 9 a.m. to Castleton, and Maple Grove. are invited to wear their pajaPutnam District Library is noon Saturday. CALENDAR OF EVENTS May 4 May 5 May 5 May 6 May 6 May 7 May 8 May 9 May 9 May 10 May 12 May 13 May 19 May 21 May 29 Open Speed Horse Show, 9:30 a.m.. Expo Center. Rendezvous Planning Meeting, 7 pan.. Extension Office. 4-H Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Ag Awareness Day Orientation, 6:30 p.m., Courts and Law Building. Dog Committee Meeting, 6:30 p.m., First Presbyterian Church in Hastings. Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Non-Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office Ag Awareness Day, 8:30 a.m.-2:20 p.m., Barry County Fairgrounds. Hunter Safety Class (part 1), 6-9 p.m., Barry County Sheriff Department Hunter Safety Class (part 2), 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Barry County Sheriff Department Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Expo Center (note change of location). Mandatory Fair Meeting, 7 p.m.. Expo Center. Rabbit & Cavy Showmanship Clinic, 7 p.m., Expo Center. 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Dairy Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Help Nashville letter carriers stamp out local hunger by Cindy J. Hall Mail carriers in Nashville will be doing their part to fight hunger with their annu­ al food drive on Saturday, May 10. Other area post offices may also be participating, but no information was available from them. Postal customers need not do a lot ofwork or running to help support this event. Bags of non-perishable food items can be left beside residents’ mail boxes and the letter car­ riers will pick them up. The need for donated food is great in Nashville. In 2001, Nashville United Methodist Church began col­ lecting and then donating groceries every Tuesday to needy families. The church page number and liber num­ is now using the building ber. known as the Community • Signed landlord/tenant Center of Hope, next to the agreement if rental unit(s). Post Office in Nashville, to • A copy ofresidents’ cur­ distribute food. rent utility bills. “Many volunteers support • Other documents may be this program,” said Joan required. Keech, who helped to organContact the local CAA ize it and has been an active office for more information volunteer along with hus-and to apply for this energy- band Russ. “In 2007, we saving assistance. served served aa total total of of2,588 2,588 famifamiThe Barry County office is lies.” located at 450 Meadow Run, Their success has dependSuite 400, Hastings, MI ed upon donations from 49058, 269-948-4260 church groups, individuals For more information and businesses. A food drive, about CAA and the services such as this, is a way for described in this article, everyone in the community please call the Community to get involved with this Action Agency office at 1- project. 877-422-2726 or visit online Carriers will be collecting at www.CAASCM.org. items at the mailboxes and then delivering them to the Community Center of Hope following the food drive. Residents in Nashville can also bring their donations to the front counter of the Nashville Post Office from The hours for the May 5-10. Vermontville Village Last year, according to office listed in last Joan Keech, food and other week’s article about the items that the carriers colnew deputy clerk were incorrect. The Vermontville Village Office is open from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday. CAA offering free weatherization services The Community Action Trained technicians will Agency (CAA) of South inspect each home to identify Central Michigan is offering problem areas that lead to free weatherization services inefficient energy use. to homeowners and renters Weatherization services may in Barry, Branch, Calhoun include attic/wall insulation, and St. Joseph counties. caulking, venting, weather­ CAA advises area residents stripping, glass replacement that weatherizing their and door repair/replacement. CAA’s Home homes will cut heating and cooling costs by reducing Weatherization Program pro­ excess energy consumption vides weatherization services caused, for example, by to those meeting the 150 per­ inadequate insulation and cent poverty income guide­ worn or missing weather­ lines. Interested persons are stripping around doorways invited to contact the CAA office in their county ofresi­ and windows. "If by weatherizing one dence. The following documenta­ older home, we can reduce the energy consumption of tion must be provided to that house by 10 to 25 per­ CAA to determine eligibili­ cent, imagine the national ty: • Proof of income for all impact we could produce if we weatherized 10,000 members of the household homes in each county," said for the past 12 months (going Kristie Cherry, a weatheriza­ back into 2007). • A copy of the filed deed tion project specialist at and/or land contract with CAA. Diana’s D^ace w The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS 1 Open Tuesday - Friday S.E. Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 06663407 1-517-852-9481 t lected helped to replenish shelves at the center, which in addition to helping fami­ lies weekly also accommo­ dates emergency situations. “Our shelves are never full,” she said. Food is not the only items needed at the center. “We really need baby dia­ pers and baby food, as well as personal items like soap and toothpaste,” Keech said. Church holding 60th annual mother-daughter banquet Bring your mother, daugh­ ter, aunt, niece, sister, grandmother or a friend to the Kalamo United Methodist Women's Annual MotherDaughter Banquet. Thursday, May 8 at 6 p.m. at the Kalamo United Methodist Church. This has been an annual event for 60 years and is looked forward to by the ladies of the church. This year’s theme will be wed­ dings. Ladies are asked to bring a dish to pass and their wedding pictures. Wedding cake will be provided. Share happy memories—and the near disasters too. Worship services are held at 9 and 10:30 a.m. every Sunday. Correction: JlTff LIVr IJ prSj(jaHy O& SWatu-rDdaAy,TES at VERMONTVILLE OPERA HOUSE 211 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml (across from the fire station • Air Conditioned) May 2 & 3 at 7pm Sunday, May 4 at 3pm presents it’s 40th Show F Mraidya9 y && S10atautrd7apy The Children’s Musical Based on Dr. Seuss, Horton Hears a Who Great Entertainment May 9 & 10 at 7pm Sunday, May 11 at 3pm TICKETS: Adults $8, Seniors/students $7, children 12 and under $5 Tickets available at the door or for reservations call 269-367-4455 or email therevue1Oyahoo.com Seating is first come, first serve Doors open 45 minutes before the show �Just Say ’As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, May 3,2008 — Page 4 Richard Norman Ewing Shannon V. Royston CHARLOTE - Shannon Vee Royston, age 20, of Charlotte, died Thursday evening, April 17, 2008 as a result of an automobile acci­ dent. Shannon was bom October 15,1987 in Lansing. While attending Maple Valley High School, she was active in F.F.A., band and basketball. Shannon was currently employed at Twenty-first Century Plastics in Potterville and Arby's in Charlotte. Surviving are her mother, Robin (Frederic) Rodriguez of Bellevue; father, Ricky Royston of Florida; brothers and sisters, Andrew Royston of Kalamazoo, Samuel Royston of Charlotte, Alecia (William) Priesman of Eaton Rapids and Ashley Rodriguez of Nashville, Jeffrey Rodriguez of Arizona, Crista (Nick) Kibby of Holt and Marie Rodriguez; grandparents, James (Joyce) Lott of Tennessee, Ila Mae Royston ofFlorida, Charles Halsey of Charlotte and John and Mary Rodriguez of Wayland; aunt, Pamela Nierenberger of Jackson, Tennessee, two nieces and several cousins. Services were held Tuesday at Barker-Leik Funeral Home, Mulliken, with Dr. David R. MacDonald of Abundant Life Ministries officiating. . Memorial contributions may be made to Maple Valley High School Scholarship Fund in her memory. LaVerne D. Stierley DANVILLE, IL LaVerne D. Stierley, age 97, formerly of Nashville, went to be with the Lord on April 26, 2008 at 11:53 p.m. at Pleasant Meadows Christian Village, in Chrisman, Illinois. Laverne was bom on November 28, 1910 in Potterville. He married Emily L. granddaughter, Sophia Kozman. He was a retired farmer. He loved to sing gospel songs and minister to the “old folks” at the Nursing Home. He was a member of the Cedar Grove Church of the Nazarene in Danville, Illinois. A celebration of life will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday at the Church ofthe Nazarene in Nashville. Burial will be in Potterville. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting memorials to be given to Nashville Church of the Nazarene. Arrangements by the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Cutting of Eckford, on February 17, 1945. She preceded him in death. He is survived by two daughters, Helen (Don) Kiger of Culver City, California, and Ruth Simpson of Danville, Illinois; two granddaughters, Suzan (Steve) Kozman and Kristi Kiger and one great Visit website for Online Coupon! www.StarliteKitchens.com/promotion Kitchens & Baths Cabinetry for nearly all budgets! Free house call & estimate! Remodel/NewConstruction Jennifer Neel) (616) 889-1340 1039 Fourth Ave, Lake Odessa, MI -- Inside Thompson Interiors 06671726 Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service nMVACOl!l CEOet lOdTttA7 227 N. 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Among other quietly on Friday, April 25, duties, he participated in 2008, at the assisted living dangerous missions to fly center, The Flower House in supplies to the troops in glid­ er planes and the construc­ Nashville. Mr. Ewing was bom in tion of bridges and other Lansing on March 26, 1920, infrastructures. He was life­ member of the the son of Glenn and Anna time Mae (Wohlschied) Ewing, Nashville V. F. W. Post #8260 and the Vermontville the eldest of six children. He is preceded in death by Masonic Temple. The Ewing family moved his brother, Fred Ewing of Alma; sister, Mary Pattison- to Vermontville in 1947 Wierzbicki of Lansing; his where Richard worked his wife of 53 years, Pearl V. farm and also worked in (Pifer) Ewing and his second Lansing as a sheet metal wife, Lillian I. (Anderson) worker foreman. He was a Ewing. Richard is survived member of the Sheet Metal by two sisters, Beatrice Workers Union Local 7. He was an active dairy, (Robert) Pattison of Charlotte, and Dolores beef and crop farmer, and (Robert) Hutchinson of Deer also participated in land con­ Park, WA; one brother, servation, serving 16 years Virgil O. Ewing of Tucson, on the Soil Conservation AZ; two daughters, Virginia District Board, where he (J. Wayne) Lackscheide of received recognition for his Vermontville and Bonnie accomplishments. He was known throughout (Matt) Saikkonen of Portland, OR; son Richard J. the neighborhood for his (Patricia) Ewing of ability and helpfulness in Vermontville; eight grand- repairing most any type farm children and 17 great grand­ equipment. He also operated children. a bulldozer excavating busi­ Richard served our nation ness. Upon retiring, Richard and his wife, Pearl, enjoyed trav­ eling with their fifth wheel camper and spending their winter seasons at their home in Phoenix, Arizona where he enjoyed the scenery and climate of the Southwest, as well as their friends there. Services were held Tuesday, April 29. The family has suggested memorial contributions may be made to V. F. W. Post #8260. Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.prayfuneral.com Irene M. Gaskil HASTINGS - Irene M. (Hosken) Gaskill, bom April 5, 1914 in Belview, MN, went to be with her Lord on May 1, 2008 at Tendercare of Hastings. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert E. Gaskill on July 26, 1964; her parents, Richard and Lydia Hosken and three sisters, Hazel, Mildred, and Laura, and one brother, Harold Hosken. Irene is survived by two sons, Ervin Robert Gaskill and his wife, Carol (Reid) Gaskill, and Dennis Dean Gaskill and his wife, Donna (Higdon) Gaskill; two grand­ sons, Robert and Gordon; granddaughters, three Camie, Gina, and Lisa; and 11 great grandchildren. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews and two special people, Judy (Ritsema) Rogers and Jerry Ritsema. Irene lived in Nashville and Hastings for the past 50 years, and retired from Pennock Hospital where she worked in Central Supply for 25 years. At her request there will be no visitation (other than fam­ ily) or funeral service. A graveside memorial will be held on May 5 at Hastings Township Cemetery at 11 a.m. Donations in her memory may be made to Barry Community Hospice, 450 Meadowrun Dr., Hastings, MI. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville. Club donates funds for “Weekly Reader" Charlotte Optimist Club representative Gene Conley, presented a check to (from left) Vicki Williams, Principal Fred Davenport and David Hustwick. Williams and Hustwick are fourth grade teachers at Maplewood Elementary School in Vermontville. The funds they received will be used in the 2008-09 school year to purchase subscriptions to the “Weekly Reader.” £MapIe ^Valley 0ass of2003 5 Year Reunion Sunday, June 1, 2008 Putnam Park, (Nashville 12pni-2pm Bringpicnic lunch. 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Daniels & Family (VL-34) 06663365 Owner/Manager �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, May 3,2008 — Page 5 PLAN, continued from page 1 to end up on the other side all May 7, it is legal for the town­ they were promised,” she the time,” said Wiggins, who ships to pay bills and make said. “I have a hard time also questioned the board’s the payments before they are imagining that the people of annual pension plan payment approved by the board. the township would suggest of $5,297 during its regular “State law allows clerks we not meet our obliga­ meeting April 16. and treasurers in municipali­ tions.” “I brought the unlawful ties to write checks and pay Cooley, who is the pro­ expenditures to their atten­ bills that are normal and cus­ gram administrator, said that tion two years ago, and then tomary prior to board the township pays the equiv­ again during their budget approval,” she said. “As long alent of 10 percent of an offi­ flashers going, staying meeting earlier in the month. as I’ve been clerk, we’ve had cer or employee’s annual pay behind me the whole way as And on the 16th, they had the a pension plan and we’ve or salary into the pension we traveled at a much lesser payment of bills—including made annual payments; I’ve plan account each year. The speed than anyone passing the pension plan payment- never questioned it.” employee or officer’s pen­ us. When we got into town, on the agenda before thenWilson added that while sion is immediately vested, he turned off and I had my discussion of the pension pension neither the township nor and the money is dispersed tire repaired and went on my plan ordinance;” he said. I Wiggins can prove whether a in a lump-sum payment way. asked them, ‘How can you pension plan ordinance was based on his or her time of Al didn't have to do this. pay something when you adopted in 1977, the board service, rate of pay or salary He was on his way to an unlawful wants to approve one on when the employee or offi­ California, and I am not sure know it is cial retires, resigns or their Wednesday. how much out of his way he expenditure?’ “There was a motion to “We’re trying to ensure term expires. went to make sure I got into town safely. I was blessed to pay all the bills including the that the officers and employ­ have such a great man stop pension plan, and Jud was the ees that have served the See PLAN, page 8 and help me in my time of only one who was for it. township receive the benefits need, because a lot of drivers There was another motion to drove on by me. I told him I pay all the bills except the was on my way to Nashville, pension plan and it was sec­ Tennessee, and he told me he onded, and Jud was the only was from Nashville, one who voted against it,” Michigan. said Wiggins. “After the I just wanted to share my story and let the people know motion was approved, Jud what a great guy they have said, ‘We can’t do this. The living amongst them. But if checks have already been cut, you know him, you probably signed and put in the mail and sent.’” know that already. Christine Bemotus Wilson said that while the Griffith, Ind. board will delay payment into the pension fund until the ordinance is approved during the next regular meeting of place blame on someone else the Castleton Township misunderstandings Board at 7 p.m. Wednesday, when occur. Usually a sincere apol­ ogy does much to soothe hurt feelings. I do appreciate everyone’s 066697 hard work and I do apologize to anyone who was put in a burdensome position. I want to thank everyone for all they did for my family in caring for my uncle’s wishes. I do hope this misunderstanding does not happen to another member ofthe VFW ifone of MAIN AFTER HOURS ' x-y their family members hap­ 517-852-9224 • 517-852-1691 ® pens to pass away on a bingo day. Kathe (Maurer) Carter, Dai/1 Maryville, Tenn. Indiana traveler appreciates Nashville’s Al To the editor: I had an experience with a gentleman from your town and just wanted to let the people of Nashville what a wonderful person they have living among them. His name is Al, and he drives a semi-truck that is white. He has his head shaved and has two children in their early 20s. He has one granddaughter who has him wrapped around her finger. I am not sure how many peo­ ple live in your town, but it seems that someone there could know him. Here is my story. I was driving alone down U.S. 41 in Indiana Saturday, April 19, about 3 p.m. when I got a flat tire. I am a woman in her 40s who knows how to change a tire, but the thought of trying to do it was just daunting. As I was beginning to get the jack and other materials out of the back of the van, I realized I was driv- ing my father’s van and not my own. I had no idea where to begin this task ofchanging a tire. I was in tears as vehicle after vehicle sped by. When I looked up, there was Al. He was smiling and told me it was going to be okay and he proceeded to change my tire and put everything back where it belonged. He had to air up the tire (luckily my father is one of those guys who likes all the extras on his vehicles and he had a com­ pressor in the back of the van). Al warned me about driv­ ing too fast on the doughnut tire, and told me to try to keep it about 45 to 50 mph. He shook my hand and refused any money, telling me I would need to be buy­ ing a tire and he was glad to help. He let me go first and pro­ ceeded to follow me all the way into Terre Haute with his Blame and bingo are the names of the game To the editor: I am the daughter of one of the “Maurer brothers.” I was unable to attend the funeral and luncheon for my Uncle Bug, since I live -in Tennessee. I was able to read all the wonderful articles written in the paper about my beloved uncle. Thank you to the newspaper for printing those. All of us here enjoyed them very much. However, I was disap­ pointed to read about the mis­ understanding surrounding the luncheon that was to be held after the funeral at the local VFW. I was not there not do I know exactly what happened. But after reading a letter writ­ ten by one member of the VFW, I felt I had to write. Perhaps some have forgot­ ten that the Maurer brothers were instrumental in the establishment of the local VFW. If not for them, where would bingo be held? I guess I was just surprised by the response of the VFW mem­ ber. My father, Hugh “Lennie” Maurer, taught me to apologize, (even if it is not my fault), to someone who was going through a difficult time if my actions had upset him or her. It seems to be a trend today that everyone wants to Full Service Floral 234 N. Main, Nashville Remember Mom’s Special Sunday, May 11th Thursday & Friday, May 8th & 9th Pete Benton’s, 2764 N. 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To make a reserva­ tion, call Janet Mergener at 517-663-3702. The program will be pro­ vided by group member, Linda Aldrich. She is a story­ teller and has arranged an interesting and entertaining program. Shop Local! We have everything you need for Mom... Big City Selection Small Town Price. * Flowering Plants Indoor & Outdoor ; - including Carnation? *<?iftwgre We deliver to Nashv �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, May 3,2008 — Page 6 FESTIVAL, continued from page 1 The Glowing Embers Girl Scouts won the first place float prize with their Vermontville Syrup Festival parade float. (From left) Donna Potter from Lowell, Marilyn Williams from Ionia and Judy White from Stanton enjoy pancakes at the American Legion pancake breakfast during the April 26 Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival. Arts and crafts were a popular attraction during last weekend’s Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival. Parades are not just for people, floats and tractors. 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I just stunning called because I need a little choir, the accompanist, the audience and the woman comic relief." I don’t know why my who now had the cell phone friend calls me when she’s pressed to her ear— into having a bad day and needs a slack-jawed silence. "These kids have worked laugh, I don’t think ofmyself as being funny—at least not hard for months preparing intentionally. Funny things for this concert," hissed the director, looking the woman just seem to happen to me. Take the other night for directly in the eye and pro­ example. I was sitting in the ceeding to tell her in no back of a chapel in Grand uncertain terms how rude it Rapids jotting down some was for her to not turn her ideas for my column while cell phone off before the my youngest daughter concert started. The kids in the youth cho­ rehearsed with a youth cho­ rus. I stopped to listen when rus laughed and nodded their the director started telling heads, easily picturing the them a story about a rather choir director with the flamboyant fellow colleague, spiked, multi-colored hairdo whom they had recently met. doing just that. “Some people said he It was about 10 years ago, and the director was in the overreacted, but I would middle of conducting his have done the same thing," choir through a rather soft said my daughter’s choir and ethereal piece when a director. “Okay, enough sto­ cell phone started to ring. As ries for now. Everyone get the ringing continued and a your music out and turn woman dug frantically to...” * through her purse, the direc­ As if on cue, someone’s tor turned suddenly, slam­ phone started to ring —a ming his fists on the top of loud obnoxious ring that kept getting louder and louder. My daughter buried her face in her hands and every­ one laughed and turned to stare as I realized with horror that it was my phone ringing. I hastily dug it out of my pocket, clapped it to my ear, and hurried to the nearest exit, not daring to look back at the director. At least they weren’t singing, I thought to myself as I scurried into the hallway closing the door behind me to shut out the laughter. "Hello?" I whispered into the phone. "Hello? Hello, Sandy? Did I catch you at a bad time? I just called because I need a little comic relief." "Uh, yeah, well...I’m not sure I can say anything to make you laugh right now. But, thanks to you, I just brought down the house for the entire Grand Rapids Symphony Youth Chorus." "Oh, I’m sorry," said my friend after I explained what had just happened. "Don’t be," I said laughing, "ifyou had called five minutes earlier or five minutes later it wouldn’t have been nearly as funny and I wouldn’t have an idea for my column." As soon as we were done talking I slipped back into the chapel (making sure to turn my cell phone off first) and sat down and wrote my column for the week; because when it comes to comedy and inspiration— timing is everything. Horses and the Environment set for May 3 Horses and The Environment will give own­ ers the tools needed to improve their farms and their horses’ environmental impact. The program is set for Saturday, May 3, at Maple Valley High School, from noon to about 7 p.m. Topics covered will be right-to-farm information, Farm Bill programs cost share eligibility possibilities, pasture and manure manage­ ment, and farm emergency plans. Horse owners, regard­ less of location, face many management issues due to close proximity to neighbors and the typically smaller acreage of horse farms that can intensify environmental and liability problems. There is a $15 per person or $20 per farm fee (one set of handouts per farm). Space is limited, and pre­ registration is required on or before April 30. For more information, view the complete agenda at www.shadyrockfarm.net, click on “Horses and the See HORSES, page 12 PLAN, continued from page 5 Sluggett’s letter to While Wiggins speculated that the money paid into, Wiggins’ further stated, in accrued and dispersed regard to the township’s plan through the pension plan to enact a retroactive pension may total “a couple hundred plan ordinance, “You, of thousand dollars, both course, remain free to insti­ Cooley and Wilson stated tute an action if you believe that because of the changes that the Township’s action is in recordkeeping and possi­ not legal, and the Township bility that some records may will abide by any final deci­ have been lost over the years, sion of a court with respect to it may be difficult, if not that issue Finally, your let­ impossible, to determine that ter to Mr. Cooley makes cer­ figure. However, Cooley tain serious charges and alle­ said that the current balance gations. To this end, in the in the pension plan is event that you believe some type of other review is $33,651. Wilson said that after con­ required, we invite you to sulting with the township’s contact the Barry County attorney, Jeffrey Sluggett, Prosecutor’s office for its from the law firm of Law, consideration of these mat­ Weathers and Richardson, ters.” “From my perspective, I the township will seek to approve a pension plan ordi­ would like to think that the nance that will become board would think that it is effective 30 days after publi­ important to do what is right cation retroactive to April 1, by the taxpayers who pay 1977. their salary, their Social Thursday, Wiggins Security match, and their received a letter, dated April pension plan. We shouldn’t 29, 2008, from Sluggett in have to resort to litigation,” response to his letter to said Wiggins, “The board is Cooley cited above, which using the firm of Law, stated that the board’s Weathers and Richardson to intended action would, “alle­ draft a pension plan ordi­ viate the procedural over­ nance for them and protect sight initially occurring them at the expense of the when the plan was adopted taxpayers.” and, at the same time, ensure He added that it is not just that the employees and offi­ the township’s pension plan cers who have relied on the but the board’s handling of existence of the plan receive finances in general that con­ the benefit of the bargain cern him. He cited the townthey made with the town­ ship paying Cooley’s $75 ship.” annual assessor’s licensing Wiggins responded in a fee and the Castleton-Maple letter to Sluggett, dated May Grove-Nashville Emergency 1, “...Interestingly, it must Medical Service (EMS) have been tough negotiations Board and Castleton-Maple for the bargainers to bargain Grove-Nashville Fire with themselves without Board’s handling of the input from the taxpayers of funds raised through voterCastleton Township (please approved millage renewal as accept my apology for the examples. cynicism).” “With regard to Jud’s In the same letter, Wiggins annual licensing fees, that requested that citations sup­ could be a legitimate porting the firm’s opinion expense when the board that the retroactive action adopts a resolution saying it was legal and permissible be will pay the assessor’s submitted for review as well licensing fee. But there’s no as documentation that imple­ such resolution on the menting a pension plan books,” said Wiggins, would be in the best interest of Castleton Township’s tax­ payers. adding, “The ballot language on Proposal No. 2 and Proposal No. 3 said the funds raised through millage would be used, ‘inclusive for equip­ ment,’ for the respective departments. I don’t think that can be stretched to include building mainte­ nance. Wilson, the secretary/treasurer for both the fire board and the EMS board, said she would . not respond to Wiggins’ allegations until she had received something in writing, other than to say, “buildings are part of the equipment and infrastructure, that is how insurance compa­ nies look at it. Without proper housing what would happen to the equipment?” “My objective is to try and get them to say that as a township, we are short of funds and are under financial strain, due in part to the cut in state funding every com­ munity in the state is feel­ ing,” said Wiggins. “Then, if they repay the township for the illegal expenditures they’d look like heroes. “A person should serve on the township board because they want to serve and give back to their community,” he added. “It shouldn’t be about seeing how much money they can make. Money should not be the reason a person serves on the town­ ship board. 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The league leading Comets improved to 7-0 in the KVA with 11-0 and 5-0 It was a tough week for victories on Thursday after­ the Maple Valley Lions. noon. Kalamazoo Christian and “We’re in a funk,” said Olivet outscored the Maple Lion head coach Bryan Carpenter. “We can’t make our own breaks. We don’t seem like we get any breaks. It’s that point in the year where we’re just fighting upstream I guess.” Game one against the Comets got away from the Lions early. A two-run sin­ gle by Kalamazoo Christian catcher Travis Bradstreet was his team’s only hit ofthe first inning, but the Comets still managed to put up four runs in the frame, then added one in the second, one in the third, and five more in the top of the fourth to chase Lion starter Kyle Fisher. Fisher took the loss, allowing seven earned runs in three innings of work. He gave up nine hits and struck out six. Ryan Brooke took over on the mound and gave up an RBI single to the Comets’ Ryan Niewoonder to start things off, but then retired six of the final seven Comet hitters. Maple Valley’s offense managed just three hits off Comet starter Joel Linder, Maple Valley shortstop Kyle Fisher reveals the base-who had ten strike outs in his ball after making a diving catch in foul territory for the five innings of work. Jared first out of the fifth inning in game one Thursday against Smith and Fisher were each Kalamazoo Christian. (Photo by Brett Bremer) l-for-2 with a double. The Lion defense had five errors in the first game. Maple Valley cleaned Cotton Prints for < things up in the second game. The Lions actually Spring & Summer outhit the Comets 7-6 and Flannels for Chenille < didn’t make a single error. “We’re not playing to out Quilts ability. We’re better than a < 4-10 team. We play like we we have Zippers, did that (second) game Thread, against anybody else, and Buttons, Tapes, we’re winning games against Trims, etc. ; a team like Hackett or some­ one like Olivet Tuesday,” QUESTIONS: ASK US... Carpenter said. Deven Meade was hit with 218 E. State St., Hastings ■ 945-9673 the loss on the mound in game two, allowing five earned runs and four hits Hulst Cleaners Pick-Up Station |. through three innings of Sports Editor < < .J inning. The Lion starter, Fisher, lasted five and a third innings allowing four hits and three earned runs. The Lions had five errors in the game, and only three of the 11 runs against the Maple Valley pitching stafff were earned. In game two, Fisher was 2-for-3 at the plate with a double and an RBI for the Lions. Caldwell and Daniel Benedict had the other two Lion hits against Olivet winning pitcher Grant Spencer. Meade took the loss for the Lions, allowing five 06671710 earned runs in six innings. He struck out ten. Last Saturday at Bailey Park, the Lions split their two non-conference contests falling to St. Philip in the opener 11-4 then coming from behind to beat Carrollton in the second game 15-10. Brooke got the win in game two for the Lions, despite seven hits and seven earned runs against him in seven innings of work. He See BASEBALL, page 11 The Salon ALL THE KNKS Of AN UPSCALESALON NIGHTNEPEIN NASNWLLE MUTING POP YOU!! Hair • Tanning • Nails 207 N. Main Street • Nashville 517-852-0313 1 month Unlimited -Z5 (Night Time Tanning Available) SARAH'S BACK!! Gift Certificates - Great for Mother’s Day Beginning May 7th, appointments available on Wednesdays from 10-6 fauuta, ttsyeatto, fat ct fa&A atyle Hours: Closed Sun. & Mon., Tues.,Wed. 10-7 • Thurs. 10-2& 3:30-7 • Fri. 9-5 • Sat. 9-2 For your convenience, please use back entrance. ARE you LOOKING FOR A SAFE, RELIABLE, AND CARING ENVIRONMENT FOR YOUR CHILD BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL? Introduces THE MAPLE VALLEY LATCHKEY PROGRAM OFFERS: Ballroom Dance Safe and convenient delivery to your child's school building: Classes Brought to you by: DInstructor: ance Chemo Rodriguez FOR WELLNESS DANCE STUDIO work. Chris Caldwell gave the Lions’ another solid relief appearance, allowing just two hits and no runs over the course of the final three innings. Although the Lions weren’t hit with an error in the second game, a couple misplays helped the Comets push across a run in the bot­ tom of the second. The Comet bats then got to Meade in the third for four runs. A one-out triple by Mark Onderlinde started things off for the Comets, then after back to back walks the Comets’ big first base­ man Josh Buursma drove in two with a double. Maple Valley had one hit in every inning but the third, when Comet starter Corey Scheffers put them down on with three strike outs. Justin Hoffman led the Lion offense with a 2-for-3 game that included a double. James Cramer, Meade, Smith, Caldwell, and Nick Nisse had the other Maple Valley hits. On Monday against Olivet,, the Eagles g took ge game one 11-1, then scored an 8-1 win in game two. Smith and Meade had the only Lion hits in the opener, against Eagle starter Adam Woodbury who earned the win. Olivet turned a 3-0 lead into a 10-0 edge with seven runs in the top of the sixth Duration: Four Weeks: 1 & 1/2 hours per lesson. Course II: Course I: (Small-Group II) Waltz & Cha Cha Cha May 12,18,26 & June 2 (Mon. 3:30-5pm) (Small-Group II) Salsa & Swing May 12,19,26 & Jime 2 (Mon. 5:30-7pm) Call Step N’ Time Dance Studio at 517.852.9910 to reserve your spot!! They are going fast!!! Step N’ Time Dance Studio, 207 N. Main St., Nashville, Ml 49073 email: stepntime@hotmail.com | __________Kimberly Rodriguez: Owner & Director No need to walk to a bus stop or wait outside in inclement weather. 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The HUD tollfree telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. Commission bcIHlJ COUHiU ✓ | Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Hearty Menu Monday, May 5 Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes, chopped spinach, plums, wheat bread. Tuesday, May 6 Goulash, com, asparagus, pineapple tidbits. Wednesday, May 7 Roast pork w/gravy, mashed potatoes, diced car­ rots, apple juice, wheat bread. Maple Valley Thursday, May 8 Elementary Menu Taco bake, tortilla, com, diced beets, orange/pineapple Monday, May 5 juice. Toasty Dog. Potato wedge, Friday, May 9 pears, Cheetos. Macaroni and cheese, green Tuesday, May 6 peas, tomato juice, diced MW: Talking Taco. Fuller: peaches. Soft Tacos. Whole kernel com, orange wedge, cinna­ Cold Menu mon bread stick. Monday, May 5 Shawn and Kari Schmuck celebrated their marriage on Wednesday, May 7 Pea and cheese salad, gar­ Chicken nuggets. MW: banzo bean salad, pineapple August 11, 2007 in Sunfield, Michigan. The couple was joined by family and friends for a romantic afternoon wed- Scalloped potatoes. Fuller: and mandarin oranges, wheat Shawn Mashed potatoes, pineapple, banreadm. ding. Shawn and Kari now live in Kalamazoo attends Western Michigan University and Kari works at apple crisp. Tuesday, May 6 Thursday, May 8 Menards. Hard boiled eggs, marinated Fuller Cottage Inn. Pizza. carrots, mandarin oranges, Tossed salad, peaches, animal wheat bread. crackers. Wednesday, May 7 Friday, May 9 Turkey w/Swiss cheese, fl BanW Qacrago BBQ chicken sandwich. marinated vegetables, spiced Whole kernel com, fruit apples, tortilla. 6382 South M-66, Nashville cocktail, cookie. Thursday, May 8 Chef salad, tomato salad, 1 mile south of Mooville Maple Valley JrJSr. High applesauce, saltine crackers. Lunch Menu Friday, May 9 Friday Saturday, May 9 & Monday, May 5 Cheese cubes, broccoli Chicken nuggets. Mashed raisin salad, plums, whole Adult, Teens, Kids Clothes potatoes, coleslaw, cinn. wheat crackers. 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Approved working with a lawyer on a Pension Plan Ordinance. Approved a liquor license reso­ lution for Mulberry Management LLC. Correspondence was viewed by the board and the public if they wished. Public comment was heard. Sheriff made a presentation on the Sheriff’s Department. Heard board comments. Adjournment. Loma L. Wilson, Clerk Attested to by: oosrieoo Supervisor J. Cooley 06663312 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. Richard Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517)726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE s Now accepting MasterCard & Visa GRAND OPENING MAY 3RD M-66 GRAND OPENING WEEK RAFFLE NOTICE TO VILLAGE RESIDENTS 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 g row 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 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, May 3, 2008 — Page 11 Lion boys’ team scores big league win over Pennfield Maple Valley’s varsity boys’ track and field team set up a showdown between two teams that are undefeated in the Kalamazoo Valley Association by topping Pennfield and Hackett Catholic Central in league duals Tuesday. The Lion boys, who are now 3-0 in the league, travel to take on 4-0 Delton Kellogg this Tuesday. Galesburg-Augusta will also be a part of that three-team KVA meet. A solid Pennfield team proved no match for the Maple Valley boys on Tuesday, as the Lions topped the team they were expecting the stiffest competition from in the league 88-40. Maple Valley’s boys also scored a 90-38 win over the Fighting Irish on the night. The Lion ladies also picked up a pair of KVA wins, to improve to 3-0 in the league, topping Pennfield 89-39 and Hackett 82-40. In the boys’ meet, Maple Valley runners took five of the final six races on the night. Charles Wymer scored wins in the 400-meter dash BASEBALL, continued from page 9 struck out six. Fisher was 2-for-5 at the plate with four runs scored and a pair of RBI’s. Meade and Smith were both 2-of-5 as well, with two runs scored. Benedict was 2-for-4 with a triple and two RBI’s, while Hoffman contributed two singles and two runs. Carrollton jumped in front 8-3 with five runs in the first and three in the second, then tacked on one more in the third, but the Lion offense came alive late scoring seven times in the fourth inning to pull in front, and then added one in the fifth and four more in the sixth. The opposite happened in (51.5 seconds) and the 200meter dash (23.1) to go along with his earlier win in the 100 (11.3). The Lions also got a win from Nick Thurlby in the 300-meter hurdles in 41.0, Jeff Burd in the 800 in 2:06.8, and the 1600-meter relay team of Rob Morehouse, Brandon Vaughan, Thurlby, and Burd in 3:35.3. Thurlby also won the 1 IO­ meter high hurdles in 16.2. Other wins on the night for the Lions came from the 3200-meter relay team of Morehouse, Zac Eddy, Brad Laverty, and Burd in 8:31.9, Ryan Schroder in the high jump who cleared 5-10, and Luke Densmore in the shot put with a distance of 43-4. The Maple Valley girls won 11 of the 16 events in the three team meet. In the field events, which didn’t include the pole vault, Ashley Gonser won the dis­ cus at 94 feet 1 inch, Brittanie Brady the shot put at 30-2, and Lauren Pierce the long jump at 15-2.5. The Lions won three of the four relays. Amanda Erwin, Kayla Shaw, Pantera Rider, and Lauren Trumble took the 3200-meter race in 11:09.74. Shawndenae Rost, Mallorie Densmore, Dani Christensen, and Pierce took the 400-meter relay in 52.7. The Lion foursome of Rider, Leslee Rigelman, Mallorie Densmore, and Lizzy Stewart won the 1600-meter formances led the way for relay in 4:42.06. the Lions. The team of Individually, Christen Pierce, Densmore, Stewart, took the 100-meter hurdles and Christensen took the in 16.40 and the 300-meter 800-meter relay in 1:51.10. hurdles in 47.35; Pierce won In the 1600-meter relay, the the 100-meter dash in 13.22 Lion team that same Lion and the 200 in 27.25; and four some took first in Stewart took the 400 in 4:23.10. 1:02.59. Christensen was 4-for-4 Last Saturday, the Lion on the day, also taking first ladies took the championship in both hurdle races. She at Ovid-Elsie’s Marauder won the 100-meter race in Lions Club Invitational. 16.53 and the 300-meter race Maple Valley finished with in 49.23. 124 points, finishing well Stewart won the 400ahead of second place meter dash in 1:03.05 and Saranac which had 102. Pierce took the 200 in 26.75. Fowlerville was third with Second place finishes 88 points, followed by Perry went to the Lions’ Gonser in 64, Corunna 58, Fulton 44, the discus (98-0), Stacey Chesaning 41, Durand 31, Fassett in the pole vault (8­ and Ovid-Elsie 25. 6), and Pierce in the long Two relay victories and jump (14-5.75). four other championship per- Professional Electrolysis of Hastings A permanent solution to unwanted hair! Ghfo' Kigkl Out - Open Home Thursday, May 8th Stop in and get your questions answered and enjoy some refreshments. 1 for 15 min. appt. • 25 for 30 min. appt. 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Jack & Judy 06671716 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, May 3,2008 — Page 12 Lions win one of two against TK in Middleville by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Last week Maple Valley varsity softball coach Mary Lesage mixed things up on the mound a bit in an effort to try and build some pitch­ ing depth in non-conference games. But after a pair oflosses to Olivet in Kalamazoo Valley Association action Monday, Lesage decided building some confidence was a little more important. Maple Valley and Thomapple Kellogg split a pair of non-conference games in Middleville Tuesday afternoon. Sophomore ace Cedie Angus threw all 13 innings for the The Lions’ Teri Hurosky is unable to avoid being hit by a pitch in the first inning of game one Tuesday against Thornapple Kellogg in Middleville. (Photo by Brett Bremer) SrrvvH? Mu'hs^an Sutce 1976 We're Your Local Source for MORE. No Interest, No Payments Lions striking out 12 and walking four. The Lions fell 3-1 in game one then took game two 8-7. g “After yesterday’s two losses I wanted to try to at least get one out of here, if not two,” Lesage said. “I think they psych them­ selves out when they play Olivet. Not knowing any­ thing about this team helped a little bit. They just had to go out there and just play ball.” Angus only allowed one earned run in game one. After each team got a run in the opening inning of game one, the Trojans broke the tie with two runs in the bottom of the second inning. With runners on second and'third and two out, TK’s Meagan Bishop hit a ground ball to the mound that Angus picked up and threw past first baseman Cassie Knauss to allow Katie Fletcher and Stephanie Gonzalez to cross the plate. The Lions got just two runners on base from the sec­ ond through the sixth innings. Maple Valley did get the tying runs on base with two out in the top ofthe seventh, but Bishop finally closed the door. Bishop had'a fine pitching performance herself in game one, throwing a one-hitter and not allowing an earned run. She struck out three and walked two, but two hit bat­ ters helped contribute to the Lion run in the top of .the first. A one-out single by Sam Newton in the top ofthe seventh was the Lions’ only hit ofthe game. Gonzalez and Erin Ebmeyer had the two Trojan hits, both singles. “We didn’t play very well tonight. That pitcher shut us down better tonight, with the exception of that last inning, than just about anybody has all season,” said TK head coach Rich Palmer. “We’ve been hitting everybody hard all season, and we came out flat against her.” That last inning, of game two, made things interesting. Maple Valley built an 8-3 lead through six innings, then the Trojans rallied for four runs in the top of the seventh. TK had the tying run on first with one out and Nicole Tinker advanced to second on a throwing error, but Angus got Laci Forbes to strike out to end the game. The Trojans started off that rally with three consecu­ tive hits, singles by Gonzalez and Ebmeyer sandwiched around an RBI double from Bishop. Tinker continued the charge with a one-out RBI single. Maple Valley jumped in front 5-1 with a big fourth inning g in game two: Consecutive singles from Angus, 'Knauss, Page Semrau, Brianna Misiewicz, Markelle Brumm led to a three run inning for the Lions. The Trojans tacked on two runs in the top of the fifth, then the Lions added one in the bottom half of the inning and two more in the sixth. Teri Hurosky and Brumm had two hits each for the Lions in game two. Bailey Flower was l-for-4 with two RBI’s, and Angus was 1-for4 with a RBI. TK’s Adrienne Palmer took the loss in game two, allowing nine hits while striking out three and walk­ ing two. The Trojans managed 12 hits off of Angus in the sec­ ond game. Gonzalez and Tinker were both 3-for-4. Bishop was 2-of-4 with two RBI’s, and Ebmeyer also had two hits in the night-cap. The Lions dropped game one to Olivet 6-5 Monday afternoon, then fell 9-5 in game two. Hurosky had a big night for the Lions. She hit a threerun home run over the fence to pull her team to within a run at 6-5 in the fifth inning. She added a two-run home run in the game two loss. The Lions visit Galesburg-Augusta for two KVA games on Tuesday this coming week, then will be home against Bellevue Friday before visiting Battle Creek Central next Saturday. If you're looking to get the most out of your property, look to for 12 Months* -J Exclusive 4-YeWara, r5r0a0n-ty Hou r Fillmore Equipment. Find a nearly endless selection of John Deere equipment for around the home, backed by the strongest sales team anywhere. Because our heritage is in doing things the right way. Every day. FREE DELIVERY on all Select Series" Tractors X500 Lawn Tractor •25HP V-twin John Deere (Torque** Power System •Twin Touch** auto transmission •Tight 22' turning radius More Selection! More Service! More Convenience! 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Castleton Twp passes pension plan ordinance by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer By a 4-1 vote, with Trustee Dave DeMond cast­ ing the dissenting vote, the Castleton Township Board adopted an ordinance retroactive to April 1, 1977, approving a pension plan for township officers and employees. The action came after township resident Don Wiggins brought the matter to the board’s attention dur­ ing a budget meeting in early April and again during the board’s regular meeting April 16. Based on a 1974 opinion by Attorney General Frank Kelley, Wiggins alleged that since the board had not adopted a formal ordinance, all payment of township funds into the pension plan and dispersed to former offi­ cers and employees are ille­ gal expenditures. Township officials dis­ agreed. “There’s no statute that says you need to have an ordinance, just an attorney general’s opinion,” said Township Supervisor Jud Cooley, the' only current board member who was serving when the pension plan was approved April 1, 1977. “I have one voice and one vote, and I have the right to use them. And I will continue to exercise that right as long as I can... ” Don Wiggins Township Clerk Lorna Wilson later said, “It was a procedural error, and we’ll correct it as quickly as we can,” adding that it is possi­ ble that the board did indeed adopt and ordinance in 1977 but the records may have been lost because township officials used to maintain offices in their homes and records could have been lost during moves and transfers. While Wilson and Cooley both contend that it is possi­ ble that the board may have indeed passed an ordinance and it was lost over time and that an ordinance is not strictly required by law, they wanted to “correct the proce­ dural error.” “We’re trying to ensure Nashville approves DPW uniform contract by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The Nashville Village Council unanimously approved a five-year contract with Model Uniform Company to provide uni­ forms for the village’s four Department of Public Works (DPW) employees, as well as floor mats for the village and DPW office, and shop towels. The council also approved a motion to mend the budget to cover the estimated $2,500 annual cost of the contract. While the budget has been amended to allow for $2,500 per year for uni­ forms, Village Clerk Cathy Lentz said the actual cost likely would be lower. She also noted that the amend- ment was not a budget increase; rather, the funds were simply moved from another part of the budget. In other business, the council also set 7 p.m. Thursday, May 22, as the date for a public hearing to close the sewer project grant. The council also heard monthly reports from Nashville Police Chief Jerry Schray, DPW Director Darrell Clements Jr. Castleton- Maple GroveNashville firefighters Ron and Kurt Scramlin showed the board the new turn-out gear purchased by the department with funds from the voter-approved equip­ ment millage passed in 2004. Third graders from Fuller Street Elementary gather on the lawn in front of Putnam District Library. Fuller third graders visit Putnam District Library On Wednesday, April 30, all of the third grade classes from Fuller Street Elementary school visited the Putnam District Library. Accompanied by teacher Heather Bross and aides, they walked from the school to the library. The third grade students are working on research reports about various ani­ mals. Assistant Library Director Emily Mater showed the students how to use encyclopedias to find information. She also encouraged them to look in unexpected places for related topics. For exam­ ple, she recommended a biography ofJane Goodall to a student studying primates. Library Director Shanna Swantek gave students a tour ofthe rest ofthe library. She showed students the circula­ tion desk where they check out and return materials— and where they could sign up for a free library card. She encouraged them to all return with mom or dad to get a card and begin using it this summer during the read­ ing program. The students also toured the upstairs of the library. The second floor houses the library's classic and rare books as well as several local history rooms. The students were impressed by the inter­ esting items found there. “The library staff was delighted to share the treas­ ures of the library with the students and looks forward to seeing them in the future,” said Swantek. that the officers and employ­ ees that have served the township receive the benefits they were promised,” said Wilson. Cooley opened Wednesday’s meeting by saying. We have to do some­ thing that supposedly was done many years ago. I have been informed by the Michigan Township Association that there are more than 100 townships in the same situation... There’s some question as to how ille­ gal this is (funding a pension plan adopted by resolution rather than ordinance), but to be sure we are correct, we’re adopting this pension retroactive to April 1, 1977.” Before the vote was taken Wednesday evening, DeMond asked how much was paid into the pension plan in 1977. Cooley replied $1,800. DeMond then suggested that the board could approve, a pension plan where instead of paying the equivalent 10 percent of each employee’s and official’s salary from the township budget into the fund for a current annual total of $5,297, the officials and employees pay 10 per­ cent from their salaries into the fund, and the township pays 10 percent of that amount (1 percent of the employee or official’s pay­ ment) for an annual payment of $529 from the township’s budget. DeMond said he thought $5,297 in addition to salaries was, “a hard sell.” DeMond later said, “I have said constantly that I pay taxes for the fire department and I pay taxes for the ambu­ lance and transfer/recycle, but I don’t pay taxes to pay for wages and pension g plans.” Trustee Jerry Reese said that in 1977 the board that township employees and officials truly wanted to serve to give something back to their community and the pension plan was, “a way to gibe them something to look forward to at the end. The more they served the com­ munity, the more they accrued.” Reese went on to say that while today people are ques­ tioning fringe benefits, “the amount of time required of these people... it’s like 36 to 40 hours a week for $12,000 to $13,000... you’d be hardpressed to find someone for the job.” Township Treasurer Dorothy Semrau said she doesn’t get any fringe bene­ fits or see any other township employees or officials get­ ting any except for the pen­ sion plan. At the end of the meeting during public comment, three township residents related to members township board members—Gail Chaffee, Earl Wilson and Bud Semrau— read written statements, saying they were “...Wiggins doesn’t understand that an opinion is just that, it’s an opinion. For that opinion to take effect, it must be promulgated by law.” Bud Semrau township taxpayers and Wiggins does not represent their point of view. Semrau prefaced his writ­ ten statement by saying, “I am a Castleton Township taxpayer — big-time taxpay­ er, maybe not as big as the Wilson’s...” The first paragraph of Semrau’s letter opened with, “I wish to make a verbal statement in regards to Wiggins’ self-centered witch hunt published in the 3 May 2008 Maple Valley News,” and concluded the same paragraph with, “I do not intend to address all the alle- See CASTLETON, page 4 In This Issue • Vermontville convenience store under new ownership • Putnam District Library unveils blog, calls for artists • Court-Side Embroidery and Screen Printing expanding • Lion boys win dual of undefeated teams at DKHS �Just Say “As Advertised in the^apJtrV|I^NeWfe<Sa^^ijd^ay 10,2008 - Page 2 Vermontville Convenience store under new ownership by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter When he was downsized after 27 years as a manufac­ turing manager, Vermontville resident Duane Eldred talked it over with his wife, Kim, and they decided it was time to make his dream a reality. On March 1, the couple bought the former Country Store, located at the comer of Ionia and Nashville high­ ways, and renamed it Duey’s Comer. “I’ve always wanted to work in the community I live in,” said Eldred. “Now I work three miles from home and I love that—especially with today’s gas prices." Eldred explains that Kim grew up in the area, and he has lived in Vermontville for 25 years. They both love the community and now have a chance to serve its needs. “Since we bought the store, I get to see old friends and make new ones. It’s a lot of fun,” he said, adding that his career change has allowed him to get involved in and serve his community in other ways, as well. “I was appointed to the Eaton County Road Commission January 1, because they were looking for Someone from this side of the county. “Since people found out I’m on the road commission, they stop in and talk about roads,” he said. “It’s very interesting, and it’s some­ thing I never would have thought of doing when I worked for someone else. I’m also on the Eaton County Fair Board, and there are a lot of people that attend the fair that come through here.” Kim is also active in the community. She works at the Vermontville Township Library and is the deputy treasurer for Kalamo Township. Kim and the couple’s three children, Katie, Emily and Christopher also help out in the store when they can. “Right now, we don’t have any employees; it’s a family-run operation right now,” said Eldred. “It makes for long days. We kind of rotate through, but a lot of times we just stay so we all end up down here.” Eldred said that they sur- veyed a lot of customers to find out what types of prod­ ucts they would like to see carried at the store. As a result, he has added many local products and hopes to add more in the future. “We’re constantly adding new products, and we try to bring in as many local prod­ ucts as possible,” he said. “We carry Be More Sweet Vermontville maple syrup, honey from St. Johns, Amish cheese from Stanton, and Moo-ville milk. “People want to see that — something attached to the community and the local economy — and they sell well,” added Eldred. “It’s helpful when people tell us what they want. And we try to respond.” Once the weather warms up, Eldred said he plans to “touch up” the exterior of the building. And he plans to buy as many local products as possible to do the work, “becaifte it’s good for every­ one.” Eldred said a lot of people stop in and have a cup ofcof­ fee and chat, and that suits him fine. Duane Eldred (right) rings up a purchase for customer Jack Quantrell at Duey’s Corner, formerly The Country Store. “People come in and hang out; it’s like an old-time country store,” he said. “I see more of my friends now than I used to, and I enjoy it.” HASTINGS 4 Local health department among grant recipients www.GQTI.com Goodrich TI JULIJJALITY IEtAAT ICtD KCb The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality announced Monday the awarding of a total of $100,000 in 13 water-quality monitoring grants to help local governments with inland beach water-quality monitoring across the state. Among the recipients was the Barry-Eaton District Health Department (BEDHD), which will receive $7,000 to monitor three public iana’s ‘-Pfoce The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Tuesday — Friday S.E. Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 beaches in Barry County — Gun Lake State Park camp­ ground and main day-use beach and the Thornapple Lake beach at Charlton Park -t and one in Eaton County — Fox Memorial Park near Potterville. Each week, health depart­ ment staff will take three samples per beach to test for fecal coliform bacteria, said Eric Pessell, BEDHD envi­ ronmental health director. The health department has been conducting these tests since 2002, he said. In previ­ ous years, the Prairieville Township Park on the north end of Gull Lake and the YMCA beach on Algonquin Lake were included in the monitoring program. However, state funding has gradually been reduced, said Pessell. His department will now monitor the three Barry County beaches that have the most use. Last year, the Thornapple Lake beach was closed tem­ porarily, due to an elevated goose population that increased the volume of waste, said Pessell, leading to higher levels of fecal col­ iform bacteria in the beach water. The 13 grants range from $4,000 to $16,220 to conduct 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. Sun: Nashville, Ml 49073 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 BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 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. FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 49096 (Nursery Provided) (517) 726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG Youth Groups, Bible Study Wed. 5:30 p.m..................... Family Supper arid many other activities. 6:00-7:15 i.Pioneer Club Sun: 9:00 ........................... Sunday School 10: 00 .Church Service 11: 00 Fellowship 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 Someone Special.” For information call 1 -616-731 -5194 or 1 -517-852-1806. 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 PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Worship Services Sunday School for All Ages .. .10:30 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 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 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School..................... 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship................ 11 a.m. Evening Worship .......................6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service .......... :45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M.-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday School ..................... 10 a.m. A.M. Service........................ 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service.................................. 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville 8:30 a.m (Includes Children's Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE 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............. 1 a.m. Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service................ 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.................. 11:15 a.m. PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 BIG SCREE M.00 ALL SEATS except adult evening $6.50 © Stadium Seating Q No passes SHOWTIMES 5/10-5/15 O WHAT HAPPENS IN VEGAS (PG-13) 11:20, 1:50, 4:10, 6:50, 9:10 FRI/SATLS 11:30 © BABY MAMA (PG-13) 11:10, 1:30, 4:00, 6:40, 9:00 O ©IRON MAN (PG-13) 11:00, 1:40, 4:20, 7:00,9:45 O MADE OF HONOR (PG-13) 11:30, 2:00, 4:30, 7:10, 9:30 FRI/SATLS 11:50 FORGETTING SARAH MARSHALL (R) FRI/SATLS 11:20 SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Comer of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. Sunday A.M. Worship ......10:30 a.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. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 Worship Service ................. 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service ........ 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Rocking Seats • All Digital Sound Free Drink Refills • 25c corn refills Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. Sunday School .................. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service ..........................11 a.m. P.M. Service ............................... 7 p.m. Wed. Service ............................ 7 p.m. Downtown Hastings n State St. Evening Worship......................... 6 p.m. Sunday Worship PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH PASTOR MATT ROHDE CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH similar studies across the state. "These grants demonstrate our ongoing effort to partner with local communities to protect our vast water resources,” said DEQ Director Steven E. Chester. “By work­ ing together, we can ensure that our lakes and streams are protected for generations to come.” For more information or to access testing information throughout the summer, log on t o www. deq. state, mi. us/beach/p ublic/defaultaspx. 269-945-SH0W 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 .. .6:30 p.m. AWANA................... 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday. School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. Common Prayer used Weekly Bible Studies: United Methodist Women: 2nd Tues. Ray VanderLaan's videos, “That the for all services. World May Know" will be showing Traditional 1928 Book of at 7 p.m. every Sunday night RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK through March 16 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, May 10, 2008 — Page 3 SUPERINTENDENT’S CORNERPutnam by Valerie Hynes-McCaul Year-end information Ifyourjunior high student Ninth grade ACT Explore made the Lion's Pride hon­ career test results ors, he or she will be rewardbeing sent home next week ed with the opportunity to go Parents, ACT Explore test to Cedar Point in Sandusky, results will be sent home Ohio, Thursday, May 15. with your children next The bus leaves early and gets week. Each ninth grade stu­ back late. Jr./Sr. High School dent will be given his or her Principal Todd Gonser will personal test results and a tell students the times this white and blue booklet to week. Parents will need to explain the results. This test transport kids, since the shows career paths that times do not coincide with match your children's ability, our bus runs. Be sure to send interests and career possibili­ some money with your child ties. In this tough economy, for food. The bus will stop planning for the future is for fast-food meals. Students important. You may use always have a great time on these results to encourage this trip. and steer your son or daugh­ Senior awards night is ter in a positive direction. If Tuesday, May 20. Be sure to you have questions, just give attend and encourage yoUr us a call. child. Numerous scholar­ Project Alert returns to ships and awards will be junior high handed out. It's a great night. Therese Maupin-Moore, Junior High Olympic day from Barry County will be held Friday, May 23. Substance Abuse Services, The junior high staff has has been meeting weekly worked very hard to create with our seventh grade stu­ this special event for the dents. The program she is kids. We are looking forward teaching is called Project to a day of fun and great Alert. The curriculum teach­ memories. es students resistance skills Following grades and prevention techniques Be sure to keep an eye on dealing with smoking, drug your child's grades. The use, alcohol, self-esteem, Internet Family Access Web friendship skills and even site lets you see your child’s parent tips. She offers a lot of grades and missing assigninformation. You can learn ments. It is very easy for kids more on the Web site at to "slide" a bit once the www.projectalert.com. Be weather gets nice and the sure and check it out. month of May hits. There is Guidance counselor Valerie still time for students to bring Hynes-McCaul has been grades up and turn in missing meeting weekly with the work. Please check your eighth grade academic center children’s progress and class discussing bullying and encourage them to turn in self-esteem. We have some daily work. Every assign­ great kids at Maple Valley. ment grade helps. We want We believe that education in our kids to be successful and these important areas makes look forward to the end of a difference. another great year. Library board The Putnam District Library board will meet 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 13, in at the Nashville library. This is an adjustment from the board’s usual meeting day of District Library unveils blog, calls for artists “Putnam District Library in Nashville is excited to announce its new blog and encourages its patrons and friends to visit, visit,”” said Librarian Shuana Swantek. “The address is www.putnamlibrary.blogspot.com. Check it out and see what has been going on at the library and what is coming up.” The library staff and board would like patrons to note that this month's board meet­ ing will be held 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 13, which is an adjustment from its usual third Tuesday schedule. A call for artists has been Cross Winds Ranch, owned by Marc and Christy Huver of Nashville, hosted its fourth annual training seminar and two-year-old Quarter Horse auction April 11 and 12. Approximately 500 spectators attended the two-day event that was held at G3 Arena. Local event sponsors included Filmore Equipment of Hastings, Maple Valley Implement of Nashville, Auctioneers Your of Hastings and G3 Arena of Dowling. Ten trainers from across the country registered to compete in the colt training competition that showcased their individual talents and techniques. A drawing was held on Thursday to match trainers to unsullied twoyear-old colts. Each trainer worked colts in front of the public on Friday and Saturday and then finished by riding it for the auction showcase Saturday evening. Each of these men had his own set of ideas and methods in how they started young horses and gave the an opportunity to meeting set public observe a wide range of training techniques and tac­ the third Tuesday of each tics. month. During each public ses­ The public is always invit­ sion, the trainers and their ed to attend. For more infor­ colts were individually mation call 517-825-9723. judged by a panel. The train­ er with the highest accumu- cles as they take to the road during the warm summer months. Jones introduced and passed a 2008 resolution declaring May as Motorcycle library blog. Putnam District Library in Nashville serves the Village of Nashville and Assyria, Castleton, and Maple Grove townships. The library is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday and Wednesday; 3 to 8 p.m. Tuesday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday; and 9 a.m. to noon Saturday. Contact the library at 517­ 852-9723 for further infor­ mation. Cross Winds Ranch holds fourth training seminar May message: Watch for motorcycles State Rep. Rick Jones (RGrand Ledge) and Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land joined together to remind everyone at a ceremony held behind the state capitol last released by the library in anticipation of the library's art show to be held June 14 in conjunction with Nashville's annual car show and the library's book sale. All mediums are welcome. The show is not juried, nor is there an application fee; however, donations to the library are welcome. A select number of spaces have been reserved for Maple Valley residents and others for student artists. The remaining spaces will be filled on a first-to-apply basis. A flyer with full details is available at the library or by visiting the motorists are reminded to be conscious of the additional motorcycles on the roadways and to take necessary precau­ tions. lated score over the two-day event was the winner. Rod Yost of Ree Heights, South Dakota, was the win­ ner of the training competition. Nick O’Hearn of Hastings took third. Leon and Cal Casey of Your Auctioneers... in Hastings commentated at the seminar and conducted the auction Saturday evening selling the registered AQHA colts to the highest bidder. The high-selling cold, Hancock Freckles Reb, sold for $2,000 and was pur­ chased by Brady Rinehart of Highmore, SD. Trainers and spectators alike were enthused about the event. Time was allotted to chat and share training tips and then actually see them successfully implemented with these young colds. Plans are already in motion for next year’s seminar, with AQHA yearling colts being screened and gathered in anticipation for the spring event and auction. Dependable, damage-free pLockouts • Tire Service • Accident ✓ Recovery • Long-Haul O & xg Off-Road towing! § Call: JeffDobbin or Chris VanZalen <2CS) 945-0191 DOBBIN'S Jeff dobbin UUIJW1/ W J AUTO SERVICE, INC. Thank You to the Vermontville Maple Syrup officers ofthe Corporation) producers) everyone that collect­ ed sap and helped with maple syrup making, various chairpersons and helpers ofthe activities and events. Businesses and individuals thatpurchased memberships) sponsors oftheparade) church­ es, clubs andgroups that tookpart in making (pohhapA you Aani a flohalpiece 9fao, we Aaw it ihehe. (pehhafiA you Apoke the kinde&t wohdA CLa anyfhiandcould. Aay (pohhapA you wehe not ihehe at all fuAi ihouyhi ofua that day. (dhaieOOh you did io COHAole OUh JwahtA. (de thank you ad much whateoeh the The Maple Syrup 68th Festival a success! “Special” Thanks to Don and Lisa Mulvany) JJufamily Of .ffoyd Sdbhall chairpersons ofthe grandparade, for the sev­ eralyears they servedfor thefestival We are the Grand Daddy ofAllMaple Syrup Festivals to thank eooJupone who helped ua ffit thein enmpaAAwn andAupponi duhinq Hua difficult time. Eugene Fisher, President 06671900 s Owner, Jeff Dobbin, ASE Master Technician over 20years experience �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, May 10, 2008 — Page 4 CASTLETON, continued from page 1 gations made by Wiggins myself... we don’t appreciate simply because he is not Wiggins believing he has worth the effort, Shame. some legal or otherwise right to involve himselfin our per­ Shame on him.” The Semraus next asked sonal affairs. Shame, shame the board if they had on him.” Semrau continued by say­ appointed Wiggins to speak on behalf of taxpayers and ing, “... Wiggins doesn’t said they should resign if understand that an opinion is they had. Next, he asked the just that, it’s an opinion. For board, “Do any of you know that opinion to take effect, it of Wiggins gaining such a must be promulgated by law. ‘right’ by the county board Ofcourse, Wiggins sees him­ of commissioners? I don’t self as smarter than all of the believe that any governing current and past township board would be so insensi­ board members who are tax­ tive to do such a stupid paying citizens of this town­ thing... but I need to ask. ship...” In his next paragraph, Why? Because I, as a tax­ payer, resent and am insulted Semrau added that “Wiggins’ to have someone claiming to claim that the board has represent my spouse and financial problems,” was, The Vermontville Fire Department Would like to Thank the following Businesses for their donations that made the 88th Annual Firemans Dance a success. Pauls Gun Shop The Yarn Garden Vermontville Library Flamingo Tanning Mikes Automotive Char-Lane Bowling Alley Pizza Hut Hen House Candy Ford Mercury Mancino's Williams Farm Machinery Janelle's Tanning & Massage Jansen's Farm Machinery Massage Lowes Wendy's Road Runners Bar Citizens Elevator Applebee's M C Auto Country’little Jhiey's Corner Store; VermontVille!Hardware- Richard Marshall “almost as revolting to me personally as Jeremiah Wright’s ‘God D- (sic) America divisive statement... Because my spouse has dedi­ cated herself to perfection in accomplishing her duties as township treasurer... So, Wiggins, shame, shame, shame, on you. “Fourth, Wiggins claims that money is the reason why township board members serve on the board. What an utterly stupid comment, Wiggins. For Dorothy’s 40 to 45 hours a week of effort, she is paid a few cents over $5 an hour... And you claim she does it for the money. Are you crazy or what? Shame, shame on you...” “...she does not deserve Wiggins’ insults, harass­ ment, intimidation and deformation (sic) of charac­ ter...” Semrau continued by describing how he and his wife spent a recent Saturday evening cleaning the hall after it had been rented for a reception when he noticed a job description for a township hall maintenance person post­ ed on the supply room door, “I shouted to Dorothy that she ought to take the job... it pays more than the treasurer’s job. Her response... we can’t find anybody willing to do it for that rate of pay... and here Dorothy is doing it for noth­ ing. Wiggins, shame, shame, on you.” In his statement, Earl Wilson wrote, “Until a group oftaxpayer’s (sic) steps forth and affiliates themselves with him I feel he is speaking on behalf of himself. As a taxpayer myself, I resent his statement that he represent (sic) me. “As to Wiggins (sic) char charges of illegally spending fire and Amb. (sic) voter money there must be some indication of what they were spent for that was wrong. There must be specific expenditures stated or this can not be addressed...” Wilson added, “I believe that Castleton Township in 1977 acted to the best of their ability with the infor­ mation they had. If this was not so how did the pension expenditure get approved by the Auditors (sic)? It is my understanding that this same situation has occurred in sev­ eral other Michigan townships. And they have passed retroactive ordinances to cor­ rect the Omission (sic).” He continued to say that he believed the retroactive ordinance would take care of the problem and, “this will be behind you the board. Should formal charges be issued at a later date deal with them at that time... Don this also means formal charges of don’t play the ‘Harp.’” During public comment, Wiggins said that he was try­ ing to get the board to think about decreasing expendi­ tures during the budget hear­ ing and that he had given the Rams rout Lions in two league games BEAT THE HIGH COST OF FUEL OIL! FREE: High-density air filter system with any switch from an oil furnace to gas during May 2008. A $200 VALUE ... CALL NOW! Call About A Complete Home Comfort System • Outstanding No Hassle Replacement Warranty* protection • High-efficiency central air conditioners and gas furnaces • Total, year-round comfort and energy savings HEATING & COOLING PRODUCTS www.heil-hvac.com FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality Value & Service Over 40 Years ofServing the Area —Free Estimates— Nashville (616) 374-7595 (517) 852-9565 Galesburg-Augusta scored two impressive wins over the Maple Valley varsity girls’ softball team Tuesday. The Rams topped the Lions 13-0 in game one, then took a 24-6 victory in game two.“Galesburg has an awe­ some program,” said Maple Valley head coach Mary Lesage. “Any team going up against it will have to have talented pitching and some great defensive skill and skilled batters. They should go far in state playoffs.” Galesburg hit three home runs on the night, two in the first game and one in the sec­ ond. Cedie Angus took the loss in game one for the Lions and Tiffani Allwardt in game two. The Lions return to league action this coming Tuesday when they play host to Delton Kellogg. board two weeks to come forward and tell the township taxpayers about the pension plan before he went public with his concerns. He also added that he was the only member of the com­ munity at that meeting and that some people only come when an issue is raised. “If you’re so concerned after the fact, you should be concerned before,” he said adding, “I have one voice and one vote, and I have the right to use them. And I will continue to exercise that right as long as I can.” Wiggins said later, “All I have to say is, ‘Don’t shoot the messenger.’ It’s one thing to disagree with policy and it’s another to disagree with a person’s opinion and make personal attacks. “I disagree with a lot of things (the township board does) on the aggregate, and I will continue to express that opinion,” he said. CALENDAR OF EVENTS May 12 Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Expo Center (note change of location). May 13 Mandatory Fair Meeting, 7 p.m., Expo Center. May 13 Master Gardener Executive Committee Meeting, 6 p.m., County Seat in Hastings. May 15 Mandatory Poultry Meeting, 7 p.m., Expo Center. Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. May 15 4-H Statewide Poultry Show & Clinic, 7 a.m., May 17 Expo Center. May 18 4-H Point Show, Expo Center. May 19 Rabbit & Cavy Showmanship Clinic, 7 p.m., Expo Center. May 19 Mandatory Poultry Meeting, 7 p.m., Expo Center. May 19 Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m. (after mandatory meeting), Expo Center. May 21 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Extension Office closed for Memorial Day. May 26 May 27-30 Extension Office closed all week for renova­ tion. May 29 Dairy Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. “WANTED” ALL VETERANS PLEASE JOIN US ON Mon., May 26th • 3:30 am Honoring Those Who Served 1941/2 S. MAIN ST. VERMONTVILLE, Ml Mother’s day Special Green Fees 1/2 Price for Mom When accompanied by a paid round (Peter cat. is retired and not inrlirhi in gresi fees) Bring Mom ouL for a nice day on a beautiful course! Conservancy holding contest ®ALbvfluLifbemi lore The Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy (SWMLC) has announced its third annual photo contest. Get out the cam­ era and enjoy the beautiful landscapes of Southwest Michigan— and possibly become this year’s winner. Winning photos will con­ vey SWMLC’s vision of helping people protect the local wild and scenic places they care most about and will be published in the conser­ vancy’s summer newsletter and on its Web site. Winners will receive their choice of SWMLC apparel. For more information, contact Julie Lewandowski at the SWMLC office 269- 324-1600 or visit the Web site at www.SWMLC.org. A Golf Course “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 |gK3| 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville oee«336s _____________ . & Family Owner/Manager 955 N. Main (M-66) | Nashville, Ml 49073 I 517-852-0760 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, May 10, 2008 — Page 5 Court-Side Embroidery and Screen Printing expanding by Sandra Ponsetto friends and family members Staff Writer for helping them get estab­ A lot can change in a year. lished and making their first Just over a year ago year a success. Phares and Lori Courtney “Support from both com­ purchased the former munities, Nashville and Enduring Designs from Rob Vermontville has been very and Tammy Pool and good,” said Courtney. changed the name to Court­ Court-Side offers embroi­ Side Embroidery and Screen dery and screen-printing Printing. They purchased an services, T-shirts, varsity embroidery machine to jackets, pants and apparel expand the business. that can be custom-embroi­ In September, they bought dered or screen-printed. a new location 117 N. Main They’ve been drawing busi­ St. in Nashville and began ness from Lansing, Battle remodeling. They moved into Creek and Mason, as well as their new store Feb. 4. the Maple Valley area. “Our parents, Larry and Phares continues to work June Decker and Phares, Jr. at Sysco Foods of Grand and Lois Courtney, have put Rapids as well as maintain­ many hours into helping us ing and preparing screens for with all areas of the business printing, and as much of the and cleaning and remodel­ actual printing as he can ing,” said Lori Courtney, manage at Court-Side. who also credits Carl and Lori worked at Kent Oil Melissa Leinhart and other and propane for 10-1/2 years before leaving in February of this year to run the business full time. Prior to leaving Kent Oil she worked 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., putting in hours before and after work at Court-Side to keep things going. During the day, Melissa Leinhart, June Decker and the Courtney’s daughter Stephanie, 16, ran the store. In addition to Stephani, who is a sophomore at Maple Valley High School, the cou­ ple has a son, Trenton, 15, who is a freshman. Courtney said that Court­ Side would soon be adding trophies, awards and engrav­ ing to its offerings and will be scheduling a grand open­ ing soon. The store’s hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. Eaton Conservation District hosting plant sale A native plant sale is scheduled for Saturday, May 31, from noon to 4 p.m. Hosted by Eaton Conservation District, the sale will be at Tractor Supply Company in Charlotte. Plants can be pre-ordered a t www.eatoncounty.org/depart ments/ECD and download the order form. Orders are due May 14. Mail orders to Eaton Conservation District 551 Courthouse Drive, Suite 3, Charlotte, MI 48813 Extra plants will be avail­ able the day of the sale on a first-come, first-serve basis. Some plants in the sale will be white trillium, wild geranium, Solomon seal, cornflower, boneset, prairie smoke, butterfly weed, wild lupine, Pennsylvania sedge, big bluestem, Indian grass, maidenhair fem, wild ginger, and much more. Garden sets are available. Plants will be sold in quart pots for $5 and rescued plants for $6. Sales go toward funding conservation projects in Eaton County. SOCIALNEWS Lori Courtney stands in front of one of the displays in her store Court-Side Embroidery and Screen Printing. 07518988 The Salon AU TNFPFRKS OFAN UPSCAIF SAION P/GNTNFRFI NNASNVIUF WAITING FOR YOU!! Hair • Tanning • Nails 207 N. Main Street • Nashville 517-852-0313 MAY TANNING SPfCIAl ^. 1 month Unlimited *25 (NightTime TaHMinq Available i ';7 SARAH'S BACH!! Robert Varney will cele­ brate 80th birthday Robert Varney will be cel­ ebrating his 80th birthday on May 15th. Please help him celebrate his special day with a card shower. Send cards to him at 610 S. Wellman Road, Nashville, MI 49073. Therapy dog visits Fuller Street class Sabrina Pesce reads to Less Paul, a Harlequin Great Dane, and his owner, Juaise Peabody (the mother of Fuller Street teacher Andrew Peabody) who visits Robin Hamilton’s classroom on the last Friday of every month. Each student reads to Less Paul for 10 minutes. Students say they really enjoy the Great Dane, according to Hamilton. Less Paul also does agility training along with weight pulling, and Juaise Peabody shares Less Paul’s training pictures with the students. wpsftos w® NOW OPEN! Come See Us For Our Weekly Specials! osOn<A cJ°sfjys jy $Q QC . .Z’Zy A flat of'48, tax included • Pack price 904 4224 Tupper Lake Rd., Sunfield • (517) (57) 566-8253 566-853 Take M-43 west to Sunfield Hwy., north 2 miles, turn east on /upper Lake Rd., 1/4 mile. 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She gives the best hugs and kiss­ es. She is very, very, very, very, very nice! My favorite thing to do with her is snug­ gle. I’ll never stop loving her. My Mom by Megan Walker My mom is important! My mom is important because she buys me healthy stuff to make me grow strong and healthy. My mom has beautiful dark brown hair. My mom makes the best cookies in the world. My mom loves to go to the movies with me. She loves to play with me too! My mom really is the best mom in the world. For another writing proj­ ect, King asked her students to write down a recipe for their favorite foods that their mom bakes. “They are very funny,” said King. “We are making a cookbook as part of their Mother’s Day gift. We are leaving it up to mom as to whether or not she would like to try some of the recipes.” Here is a sampling of the recipes that will be included in the book: Then you add the cheese, pepperoni and mushrooms. You put it in the oven on 6 degrees for 7 minutes. Take it out of the oven and eat it! Mushroom Pizza by Hunter Loveland Chocolate Chip Cookies by Brenna Simpson 6 3 5 5 Dough cups of flour teaspoons milk eggs cups butter 7 8 1 7 Toppings pepperonis cups of mushrooms can of sauce cups of cheese 1 teaspoon sugar 1 cup flour 1 cup salt 2 cups baking soda A bag of chocolate chips 2 eggs 1 cup of milk To make the dough, you mix the flour, milk, eggs and butter together in a bowl. Put the dough in a pan and flatten it with a roller. Next, you add the sauce and spread it with a spoon. Mix together all of the ingredients listed above in a bowl. Use your hands to make balls and put them on a pan. Put the pan in the oven at 20 degrees for 2 hours. Take the cookies out of the oven and let them cool for 1 hour, then eat them. Peanut Butter Cookies by Mckayla Weiler Bellevue offering free three-week readiness class Bellevue’s Little Broncos Preschool will offer a threeweek kindergarten readiness class for any child eligible to enter a kindergarten program this fall who resides in the Bellevue School District. Students will be able to make new friends and learn skills needed to transition into GREEN LIGHT Q 7 DRIVING SCHOOL ' r llc 301 N. Main (M-66), Nashville 517-852-0000 Check us out on the Web! www.greenlightdriving.net We partner with parents for SAFE teen drivers!! a kindergarten program. Parents will receive informa­ tion to help their students prac­ tice social skills, critical think­ ing and problem solving. Classes will be held from 8:30 to 11 a.m. and from 12 to 2:30 p.m. A late afternoon/early evening class may be offered if enough interest is shown. For information about this May 19 to June 4 program, call Karen Haigh or Cheri Baker at the Little Broncos Early Childhood Center at 269-763-9401. 02691349 07519006 MAPLE VALLEY Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service n. main st. nDVaColll CEUctlColtlav 227NASHVILLE MLS. Phone (517) 852-1915 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 - ABR Home 517-852-5066 Rick Winegar, Realtor - GRI e-PRO Cell 269-838-2884 ' Jeff Weiler, Realtor 517-852-1915 Kli NEW LISTING: WOODLAND BEAUTIFUL "UPDATED" COUN­ TRY FARMHOUSE ON 2.46 ACRES NEAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IN NASHVILLE NOW $55,00011 2 bedroom home on corner lot, appliances included, also some other furnishings. Possession at close! Call Rick or Homer. 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Lots of elbow room for out-hunting & fishing. Culvert & drive are In. MV Schools. Located north off (VU149) side recration and gardening. Call Vermontville. Call Rick. homer for more info. Appliances 60 ACRES - FARM fif HUNTING LAND LAND. JUST REDUCED TO $185,0001 included. Call Homer (N-40) Approximately 30 acres woods. Call Homer or Rick.. (VL-159u 3 2 1 1 Jared Lee Mater and Megan Walker from Tammy King’s first grade class at Fuller Street Elementary in Nashville wrote about why they love their moms. Megan holds up a watercolor she created. 1 banana, peeled and cut degrees and set the timer for 54 minutes. When the time gets to zero, take out the cookies. Then eat them! eggs tablespoons milk teaspoon flour tablespoon peanut butter up 4 oranges, peeled Get a bowl out. Put the oranges in first and smash them with a spoon. Put the brown sugar, banana, white sugar, eggs, chocolate chips and apples in and stir it. Add the rest of the ingredients and stir it again. Pour the bowl into the pan. Put it in the oven at 2 degrees and bake it for 2 hours. Take it out of the oven and chop it up. Put frosting on it and eat it! Chocolate Chip Cake 2 3 2 2 4 5 3 3 Mix the eggs, milk, flour, and peanut butter in a bowl. Use an ice-cream scooper and scoop the balls of dough in a pan. Next, put it in the oven and cook it at 20 by Mikayla Brighton cups chocolate chips cups brown sugar cups white sugar eggs cups butter teaspoons flour teaspoons cinnamon apples, peeled and cut up Barry County Substance Abuse Services changes hours May 5 Effective Monday, May 5, Barry County Substance Abuse Services will be open from 8 a.m. to 8 p«m. Monday through Thursday. The Intensive Outpatient program (IOP) will move to 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, and will continue to be facilitated by Ron Skidmore, MA. “IOP is a more intensive level of care, providing treatment, education and support to someone struggling with addiction, within their own community,” said Christine Hiar, clinical supervisor for BCSAS. “It is the middle option in the treatment spectrum, between outpatient and residential treatment.” BCSAS also will resume Women’s Way Through the 12 Steps, a women’s group that takes an in-depth .look at each of the 12 steps of Alcoholics and Narcotics Anonymous. This group will be held from 10 to 11:30 a.m. every Tuesday. Christine Pevic, the therapist facilitating this group, said, “I’m excited about starting the Women’s Way group. It gives recovering women an opportunity to support each other and further enhance their sobriety by working the 12 steps.” BCSAS also is able to serve clients with no insurance or Medicaid for a minimal co-pay per session, something that is particularly important in in Barry County. It is our hope that these extended hours, and an increasing awareness that we are able to provide treatment to people with no insurance at a low cost, will encourage those suffering from the disease of addiction to obtain needed treatment.” these difficult economic times. Hiar said, “It is very important to us to provide our community with a quality treatment experience. We are working hard to address the needs of those we serve and identify and improve treatment gaps here SOFT SO WATER SALES 5?MCE FOR LESS! may specials 20% OFF ALL NEW EQUIPMENT 30% OFF SERVICE CALL CHARGES 24-HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICE Bill Peake, Owner 517-852-2169.888-334-9802.269-838-2414 14 yrs. experience warden Cegf. 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Bridge Cards �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, May 10,2008 — Page 8 Lion boys win dual of undefeated teams at DKHS by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Delton Kellogg varsity girls’ track and field coach Jim Gibson joked with Maple Valley girls’ coach Gary Hamilton after Tuesday’s league duals that Hamilton doesn’t need to worry about upcoming sea­ sons, his team just reloads. The Maple Valley boys are in the same situation. Both Lion teams improved to 5-0 in the Kalamazoq Valley Association this season with wins over the host Panthers and Galesburg-Augusta. The Lion ladies topped Delton 99-38 and the Rams 111-26. Delton’s girls also scored a 73-55 win over GalesburgAugusta to get to 3-2-1 in the league. In the boys’ meet, Maple Valley topped Delton 91-37 and GalesburgAugusta 111-17. The Panther boys scored a 93-35 win over the Rams and are now 6-1 in the league. Maple Valley and Delton Kellogg close out the confer­ ence duals next Tuesday. The Lions visit Kalamazoo Christian to take on the Comets and Parchment. Delton will be at Pennfield. The Lion boys are the defending KVA champions, and while some talented sen­ iors graduated last spring some talented youngsters have taken their place. Maple Valley junior Rob Morehouse was a member of the 3200-meter relay team which set a new school record last year in the meet with Delton Kellogg. He teamed with Kyle Staines, R.J. Raines, and Mike Hall to finish in 8 minutes 25.76 seconds. Morehouse opened the meet Tuesday against Delton by breaking that record, with the help ofjun­ ior Jeff Burd, freshman Brad Laverty, and sophomore Zac Eddy. They won the event in 8:24.20. Laverty, and fellow fresh­ men Joe Benedict and Lucas Densmore played a solid role in getting the Lions to the wins Tuesday. Laverty took the 1600-meter run in 4:51.75 and the 3200-meter run in 10:43.31. Benedict was second in the 3200 and third in the 1600. event by the Lions’ Nick “I kind xof expected Thurlby who took first in Laverty and Benedict to be -15.68. Thurlby also won the able to score Mikey’s (Hall) 300-meter hurdles in 40.40. points from last year, the two Thurlby also was a mem­ of them combined,” said ber of two winning Lion Lion head coach Brian relay teams. He hooked up Lincoln. “Laverty’s just been with Morehouse, Brandon more than I could have imag­ Vaughan, and Burd to win ined.” the 1600-meter relay in Densmore led a Lion 3:34.88. Thurlby, James sweep in the shot put with a Brown, Burd, and Wymer personal record (PR) throw won the 800-meter relay in of 44 feet 9 inches. Chris 1:33.12. Loveall was second in that The Lion foursome of event at 43-0 and Dusty Justin Kennedy, Brown, Cowell third at 40-5. Dustin Houghton, and “In my nine years, I’ve Vaughan also won the 400never had three kids throw­ meter relay in 46.28. ing 40’s,” Lincoln said. It was a somber end to the The Galesburg-Augusta meet though, as Kennedy boys didn’t win a single was taken away in an ambu­ event Tuesday. Maple lance after landing on his Valley won 14 of the 17 neck on his way down after events, while Delton took the clearing 9-6 in the pole vault. two jumps and the 400-meter He suffered a fractured ver­ run. Justin VanderMeer took tebra. That event was not fin­ the 400 for the Panthers in ished after the accident. 51.77. Robbie Wandell won Individual winners for the the high jump for the Lion boys’ team included Panthers at 5-10 and Dave Wymer in the 100 (11.24) Roberts the long jump at 18­ and the 200 (23.65); Burd in 0.75. the 800 (2:02.46); and “These guys stepped up Houghton in the discus (117­ and were ready to compete 6). with the best in the league, Maple Valley’s girls won and that’s where it got 13 of the 17 events in the them,” said Delton Kellogg three team duals. With boys’ coach Dale Grimes. Galesburg-Augusta taking “And at the same time, we two and Delton two. In five did have a few guys that events, the shot put, discus, were intimidated by them. pole vault, the 800-meter You could see that. That’s run, and the 3200-meter run what it’s all about, compet­ the Lions took the top three ing for a championship.” spots overall. Grimes was also pleased Brittanie Brady led the with the performance of sweep of the shot put with a Tyler Bourdo and Wandell in throw of 30-2 and the discus the 3200-meter relay, in at 93-9. Teammates Jennifer which the Panthers scored a Kent and Ashley Gonser fin­ win over the Rams, Jason ished second and third Wolthuis in the discus who behind her in each of those threw 111-9, and his two events. In the pole vault, hurdlers who set PR’s in the Karlee Mater led the Lion 110-meter hurdles Matt sweep by clearing 9-4. On Ingle and Roberts. Ingle fin­ the track, Lauren Trumble ished in 16.24 and Roberts in took the 3200-meter run in 16.41. 13:39.25 and Pantera Rider Tough competition the 800 in 2:42.62. brought out the best in Other winners for the Roberts and Ingle. They fin­ Maple Valley girls in indi­ ished second and third in the vidual events were Kent in The Lions’ Lucas Densmore lets loose with a throw in the shot put during Tuesday’s KVA duals with Delton Kellogg and Galesburg-Augusta. (Photo by Brett Bremer) The Lions’ Pantera Rider makes her way along the track during the 800-meter run Tuesday at Delton Kellogg. (Photo by Brett Bremer) the high jump (4-9); Lauren Pierce in the 200 (27.56) and the long jump (15-10.75); and Lizzy Stewart in the 400 (1:01.74). Delton’s Katie Searles edged the Lions’ Dani Christensen in a battle oftwo of the top 100-meter hurlers around. Both finished with a time of 16.28. The Panthers also got a win from Mandy Dye, who finished the 1600-meter run in 5:55.16. Galesburg-Augusta’s Kayla Wortinger won the 100-meter dash in 13.46, and Maple Valley’s Lauren Trumble cruises around the track during the 1600meter run Tuesday after­ noon. (Photo by Brett Bremer) the Rams’ Tina Bobilya won the 300-meter low hurdles in 49.14. Maple Valley teams won the 3200-meter relay in 11:50.08, the 400-meter relay in 52.30, the 800-meter relay in 1:49.18, and the 1600-meter relay in 4:39.52. Maple Valley’s boys set another relay record UNFINISHED BASEMENTS Thank you for letting us showcase our Ultimate Basement Makeover system in your community. You can still be part of our pilot program and have the opportunity to have an Ultimate Basement Makeover installed. See TRACK, page 12 If your home qualifies for our pilot home program,, we will definitely make it worth your while. You will also have access to our special low interest financing and have no payments for 12 months. 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They will contact a local licensed wildlife rehabilitator. • When planning to go on a trip, be sure to make pet care arrangements. • Make sure animals have fresh, clean water and food every day. • Groom dogs, cats or horses regularly. • Have pet dogs or cats spayed or neutered. • Adopt a a homeless animal from the Barry County Animal Shelter. Linn sentenced for careless firearm use 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. omww?? 06663312 NOTICE This notice is published in accordance with Michigan’s Open Meetings Act Public Act No. 267 of 1976 as amend­ ed. Anyone requiring auxiliary aids should contact the clerk in writing five days prior to the meeting. Lorna L. Wilson, Castleton Township Clerk 06671968 on Aging Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Hearty Menu Monday, May 12 Beans and franks, Calif, blend vegetables, applesauce, wheat bread. Tuesday, May 13 Wednesday, May 14 Chicken/bean casserole, redskin potatoes, mandarin oranges, wheat bread. Thursday, May 15 Sliced turkey, mashed potatoes, diced beets, peaches in Jell-O, wheat bread. Friday, May 16 Meatloaf, mashed potatoes, carrots, spiced apples, wheat bread. Cold Menu Monday, May 12 Calif. Reuben spread, Com O’Brien, pineapple and man­ darin oranges, rye krisps. Tuesday, May 13 Meatloaf, marinated veg­ etables, applesauce, wheat bread. Wednesday, May 14 Chad Jay Linn, 30, of Nashville was sentenced April 30 by Barry County Circuit Court Judge James Fisher to serve 12 months of probation and three months in jail for his April 2 convic­ tion on a charge of careless discharge of a firearm caus­ ing serious injury or death. Linn also was assessed court costs of $500 and a probation fee of $120. Judge Thursday, May 15 Fisher ruled the balance of Ground bologna, broccoli Linn’s jail time may be sus­ pended upon payment of the raisin salad, pineapple tidbits, wheat bread. court assessments. Friday, May 16 He was arrested in Maple Ham and pasta salad, toma­ Grove Township Dec. 21 , to salad, diced peaches, wheat 2007. bread. Comets on the links 189, and Maple Valley 197. Kalamazoo Christian’s Dave Sarkipato and Parchment’s Aaron Cox both fired 33’s to lead the league on the day. Maple Valley got a 46 from Kory Starks, a 47 from Hutch Joppie, a 50 from Ethan Griswold, and a 54 d ATTENTION There will be a informational meeting on proposed ways to fund the EMS Department on May 14, 2008 at 7 pm at the Castleton Township Office located at 915 Reed St. in Nashville, MI. This meeting is open to all residents of Castleton Township, Maple Grove Township, and the Village ofNashville. The EMS Board will be present also. Ifyou have any questions call: 517-852-9479. Commission 5dl 1 U COUII |U Egg salad, sweet and sour carrots, mandarin oranges, wheat bread. Everyone still chasing Kalamazoo Valley Association leading Kalamazoo Christian took Monday’s league jamboree at Thornapple Creek Golf Course, firing a 149. Parchment was second at 153, followed by Hackett Catholic Central 164, Delton 168, Olivet 176, Pennfield The complete results of the search have not been released but authorities say if addition­ al illegal evidence was found, White could face more charges. Zita w/Italian sausage, com, broccoli, spiced apples. handicap, familial status, national origin, ers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper arc available 726-0088 red dot focused on the interi­ or of their vehicle and heard three shots. The officers real­ ized the red dot was from a laser sight and when it again appeared, they immediately left the area. The officers returned with members of the state police and the emergency support team. They made contact with White, who surrendered without incident. Search warrants were obtained for the residence and troopers recovered an Ml, 30-caliber semi-auto­ matic rifle with a laser sight. White was arraigned on four felony counts, two for felonious assault and for felony firearms violations. This is Be Kind to Animals Week This is the last day of the national Be Kind to Animals Week, and the Barry County Humane Society wants to encourage everyone to think of ways to show kindness and respect toward animals. Here is a list of 13 ideas to help get everyone started. FRAMES AND CUSTOM • Have the family dog matte cutting. By appoint­ tested for heartworms. ment only. Call Picture This • Give wildlife a brake. Photography. ’(269)948-4669 Slow down and watch out for animals when driving. 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Phone (269)945-9554 or stop in at 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hoistings. • by Jon Gambee StaffWriter A 29-year-old Nashville man, Preston White, was arraigned Wednesday and charged with four felony counts after he fired a weapon at two members of the Southwest Enforcement Team early Tuesday. According to a Michigan State Police spokesman, the SWET officers were parked on the roadway across from White’s Castleton Township home conducting an investi­ gation in the area. The inves­ tigation did not involve White or his residence. When the officers returned to their vehicle, shortly after midnight May 6, they saw a Maple Valley Youth Football SIGN UP NIGHT will be held Thursday, May 29th, 2008 Behind the High School From 6:30 - 7:30 pm \Call Lynn Denton with questions 517-852-0964 from Joey Smith. Last Thursday, (May 1) the Lions finished out of the bottom spot for the first time in the conference this season placing fifth at Mullenhurst Golf Course. Kalamazoo Christian had the top score of the day, a 148. Parchment was second with a 157, followed by Hackett 159, Delton 162, Maple Valley 164, Olivet 169, and Pennfield 170. Maple Valley was led by Griswold’s 38. Barry Roscoe added a 40 for the Lions, Joppie 41, and Starks 45. The best scores of the day were 35’s fired by Sarkipato and Hackett’s Sheldon Keyte. The league was scheduled to meet again at Olivet Country Club on Friday. They return to the links at Mulberry Fore in Nashville on Tuesday. Activities Calendar Monday, May 12: Hastings - Music with Sam; Crafts 10:30 a.m.; Card Making 12:30 p.m.; Kinship Care. Delton - Bingo. Woodland - Mini Massage 11 a.m. H, W, N - reminiscence. Tuesday, May 13: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Beg. Line Dance 11 a.m.; Bocce Ball 10:30 a.m.; Bible study 12:30 p.m.; AARP Driver’s Safety 1-5 p.m. GL - Paws with a Cause 1 p.m. Nashville Mini Massage 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 14: Hastings - Music/Nails; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m.; AARP Driver’s Safety 1-5 p.m.; Low Vision Support 1:30 p.m. Delton Reminiscence. Thursday, May 15: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Beg. Line Dance 11 a.m.; Massage 9-2 p.m.; Blood Pressure Clinic; Caregivers Sup. 3:30 p.. Cancer Support 1 p.m. Delton - Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville 911 Response Forms 11 a.m. Friday, May 16: Hastings - Exercise 9 a.m.; Mixed Media Paint 9:30 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m.; Model Railroad. Woodland - Visiting. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, May 10, 2008 — Page 11 Delton’s Panthers pour it on after pulling ahead of Lions The Lions jumped in front first, but couldn’t hold down Delton Kellogg’s varsity girls’ soccer team all night Monday. Delton scored a 6-1 win over the visiting Lions. The Panthers scored all six of their goals in the final 48 minutes of the game to come from behind for the victory. Maple Valley jumped in front 1-0 in the first eight minutes of the contest as Ashley Zander knocked home a rebound that fol­ lowed a shot by teammate Sarah Ellison. The Lions held Delton off the scoreboard until only SCHOOL MENUS Maple Valley Elementary Menu Monday, May 12 Cheeseburger. Smile pota­ toes, mandarin oranges and pineapple, Mookie cookie. Tuesday, May 13 Mini corn dog. Green beans, push-up, apple brown­ ie. Wednesday, May 14 Chicken tenders. Mashed potatoes, baked beans, cinna­ mon applesauce. Thursday, May 15 MW: Cottage Inn. Fuller: Sack Lunch. Fuller: Tony’s Pizza. MW: Tossed Salad. Fuller: Carrot sticks. Juice, cookie. Friday, May 16 Sack Lunch Day. Ham and Cheese Hot Pocket. Raisins, banana, Teddy Grahams. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High Lunch Menu Monday, May 12 Grilled Cheese. Tomato Soup, green beans, sherbet. Salad bar The Lions’ Alicia White (right) fights off Delton’s Shawn Schut as she advances the ball during Monday’s KVA contest at Fuller Street Field. (Photo by Perry Hardin) FfaW b ' tablfal|a(te'to IdiffctiWi I H». to 11 f yw-torriito jiJtU W f» Hi ■ ®P rtjl r Ai**1 *' ***^ peas, peaches. French fries, cauliflower w/ Galesburg-Augusta cheese, pears. Pasta bar. pounded out 28 runs in two Thursday, May 15 to sweep Kellogg Cottage Inn. games a Valley Chicken pot pie. Scalloped Kalamazoo potatoes, whole kernel com, Association double header mandarin oranges. Mexican with Maple Valley on Tuesday afternoon. bar Friday, May 16 The Rams scored a 14-4 HS COOK OUT ! Free Ice six inning win in the opener. Cream with every meal pur-The Rams had 11 hits to the Lions’ five. chase! Lion pitcher Kyle Fisher Note: Entree’s available daily: Cheeseburger, variety was hit with the loss, allowof chicken sandwiches, pizza, ing six earned runs in two peanut butter and jelly sand-innings of work. Michael wich, fish sandwich, honey Paisley came on in relief, and peanut butter sandwich, 6 and didn’t get much help ozs. yogurt w/string cheese. from his defense. All seven Sides available daily: garden of the runs against him were salad, juice, fresh fruit. Milk unearned. He allowed five is, included with all full meal hits while striking out five. The Lions scored all four purchases. Second available on vegetables at no additional of their runs in the fifth. charge. Assorted bread choic-Fisher led the Lion offensive es daily. attack with a 2-for-4 night and an RBI. Jared Smith, JJ pj •*»* ji»' (> Country Kettle Cafe &> IZJ* •***« Nashville’s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! 113 N. Main Nashville 517-852-9700 Hours: to Pennfield Wednesday evening. The Kalamazoo Valley Association tournament begins this week. The Lions travel to take on Hackett ,_ ■ • Catholic Central at 6:45 p.m. Monday. The Lions end the league regular season with an 0-6 record. ■ Chris Caldwell, and Justin Hoffman had the other three Lion hits. Caldwell drove in two runs. In the second game, the Rams scored a 14-7 win. The Lions led 7-5 heading into the fifth inning. The Rams jumped on the Lions for five runs in the fifth, then added four in the sixth. Fisher was 3-for-4 at the plate in the second game. Ryan Brooke and Caldwell both went 2-for-3 with a pair of RBI’s. Cody Cruttenden also had two hits for the Lions. Daniel Benedict, Deven Meade, and Smith added hits as well. Meade took the loss on the mound, again with the Lion defense having a tough time. Only two. of the ten runs against him in his five innings of work were earned. BAKED CHICKEN & DRESSING $795 INCLUDES SALAD BAR Open 7 Days 6AM-8PM Have a very nice day Mom!... Jack & Judy home Tuesday against Delton Kellogg.19 The Libn retord now, stands at 4-12 overall this season, and 2-8 in the KVA. 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Open 7 days a week Home Cooking at its Best! Jack & Judy s Delton Kellogg’s Taylor Hennessey (left) crashes into the Lions’ Phoeba Cheung as they battle for the ball dur­ ing Monday’s contest. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Rams ra c k up unearned Bruns in double header vs. the Lions ■ potatoes, eight minutes remained in the first half. Amber Strick struck first for the Panthers, scoring off an assist from Taylor Hennessey. Strick was the first of six Panthers to score in the game. Taylor Peavey broke the tie two minutes into the sec­ ond half, off an assist by Shawn Schut. Then, after 20 minutes of back and forth action, Delton defenseman Katelyn Grizzle, who had moved up to a strik­ er position, put in a pass from Katelyn Currier for her first varsity goal. The flood gates opened after the Panthers got their two-goal lead. Schut scored a minute later, sending a long ball over the Lion keep­ er. With 13 niinutes left, Hennessey found the back of the net off a pass by Grizzle. Another Panther defender moved up to the attack, Cara Phelps, scored the final Delton goal off an assist from Caitlin Champion. Delton had 22 shots on goal for the night, with Maple Valley keeper Brittney Gardner making 16 saves. Maple Valley fired 15 shots at the Panther net, with Anna Goldsworthy saving 14 for Delton. Gardner also made 15 saves in the Lions’ 7-0 loss 4 8AM - 11AM • Dinner 11AM - 9PM ML H0\) CRRLM NEW YORK STRIP STEAK $1095 J +Tax s Every Mother will receive a FREE flower! Ham, Chicken, Swiss Steak plus Au-Qratin Potatoes, variety of Vegetables & Salad Bar. Summer Hours: Mon. -Thurs. 10am-10pm * Fri. 10am-11pm * Sat. 10am-10pm • Sun. 8am-10pm | �Just Say As Advertised m the Maple Valley News' Saturday. May 10 2008 — Page 12 Athletic Boosters’ raffle raises more than 10 grand The Maple Valley Athletic Boosters raised over $10,000 with their annual reverse raffle fundraiser this spring. The winning tickets were drawn Saturday. April 19. at a banquet held at the Mulberry Gardens in Nashville. Brian Ainsworth, a 1987 Maple Valley graduate, scored the $5 .(XX) grand well. The Boosters also were aided by many helpers and ticket sellers before, during, and after the raffle. Special prize winners were Cindy Boss who won a free brick at the Maple Valley High School athletic complex. Micah Powers who took the 50/50 raffle, Jim Byron who won In the200708 school year, the Maple Valley Athletic Boosters prize and donated half of his winnings back to the athletic boosters. Ainsworth wasn't the only one in a giving mood. Roger Corey, a $150 winner, pur­ chased ten tickets and donat­ ed his winnings back as well. Numerous businesses from Hastings to Charlotte helped sponsor the event. The hall and DJ services for the event were donated as Smiles filled the room as the Maple Valley Athletic Boosters hosted their annual reverse raffle event at the Mulberry Gardens in Nashville April 19. EQUIPMENT, INC. Serving Western Mickigm Since 1976 MORE Farmers Trust Fillmore $477 /Month for the batting cage, gave money to the varsity track teams to go toward tents, gave money toward the new baseball press box, gave money for landscaping at the softball field and much more. This year the Boosters will begin giving away scholar­ ships to two senior athletes. The Boosters’ sole purpose helped many athletes in every sport cover their pay to participate fee. The Boosters have purchased a track board, wall mats, bleacher covers, and a court cleaner for the gyms, and also cov­ ered expenses for the wrestlers attending the. state wrestling finals, basketball players to attend camp, matched the cost of the grant is to raise money for Maple Valley student-athletes. The next Booster fundraiser will be the 8th Annual Golf Outing at Mulberry Fore on Sunday, Aug. 10. Play begins with a shotgun start at I p.m. Contact Keith Jones for details at 517-852-1901 or keithjonesl5@yahoo.com. TRACK, continued from page 8 Thursday, as the team of tories the Lions took on the Wymer Morehouse, Thurlby, day. The Lion team of and Burd won the 1600- Thurlby, Brown, Burd, and meter relay in a time of Wymer won the won the 800-meter relay in 1:32.64. 3:28.8 at Charlotte. The Lion team was second Thurlby took the 3000-meter in the fourth team meet. hurdle championship too, in Eaton Rapids won the com­ 40.98. Second place finishes for petition with 126 points. The the Lions went to the long Lions were second with 111 points, followed by Charlotte jump relay team of Zac Eddy, Houghton, and Adam 106, and Fowlerville 103. That was one of three vic- Zank, the high jump relay team of Ryan Schroder, Josh Burd, and Houghton, the shot put relay team of Densmore, Dusty Cowell, and Riley Fisher, the sprint medley team of Wymer, Vaughan, Brown, and Jeff Burd, and the 400-meter relay team of Josh Hall, Brown. Vaughan, and Wymer. 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Vol. 136-No. 20, May 17, 2008 Maple Valley names Class of 2008 Top 10 Meagan VanEngen 3.992~Co- Valedictorian Parents: Tuesday and Rob VanEngen Achievements: MV High Honors, National Honor Society, Quiz Bowl Extracurricular activities: Band, drama Community service, hobbies: Grace Community Church, Jimmy V. Foundation, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Inspiration: Jesus Christ and See TOP 10, page 3 Kory Starks Meagan VanEngen Emily Eldred Lauren Pierce Britiney Stambaugh Jared Smith Ronald Smith Jedidiah Wieland Amber Cantrell Kathleen Welch Putnam District Library Lorna Wilson named United Way Everyday Hero approves technology plan Lorna Wilson of Nashville was one of sever­ al Barry County residents recognized at the sixth annual Barry County United Way Volunteer Center Everyday Heroes Community Service Awards presentation held April 23 at Pierce Cedar Creek Institute in Dowling. She received the Fi refighter/E merge ncy Service Award of Excellence. Wilson sits on many boards. She is the Castleton Township clerk and is the secretary and treasurer for both the Castleton-Maple Grove-Nashville Fire Department and the Castleton-Maple Grove- Nashville Emergency Medical Service (EMS) board, chair of the Barry County Clerks Association, vice chair of the Barry County 911 Advisory Board and Member on the Community Action Agency Board. Wilson cares about the community she lives in and works diligently to improve services, programs, oppor­ tunities and accountability within her impact areas, said EMS director Tina Fein, adding "Lorna has been the one person who truly understands the needs of fire and EMS and works very hard in order to keep both services running so the citizens of Barry County have excellent fire and EMS services, and just a true, caring person." Wilson said she became involved with the Community Action Agency out of concern for individu­ als visiting the Castleton Township clerk’s office needing assistance and not knowing where to get it. Nancy Macfarlane, CEO of the Community Action Agency states, "It is rare that you see someone so dedicated to assisting other people and doing what it takes to find out how to help them. At every board meeting, Lorna reports what types of issues people are coming to her office for help for and how terrible it is when she can’t direct them to help.” Wilson’s award, signed by State Rep. Brain Calley, State Sen. Patricia Birkholz and Gov. Jennifer Granholm, reads: “Let it be known, that Lorna Wilson has been selected to receive the Emergency Service Award of Excellence in grateful recognition of outstanding service to the people of the entire community as a leader for emergency serv­ ices in Barry County. On this occasion, it is most appropriate to offer this expression of the value that we all place on the work Staff Writer After a second reading, the Maple Valley Board of Education approved changes to the district’s pest-manage­ ment policy (how pesticides are used and handled) and school-to-work policy (pro­ viding opportunities to pre­ pare 9th to 12th grade stu­ dents for the world of work). The board also held a first reading of a revision to the district’s electronic transfer of funds policy. In other business, the board approved the district s updated technology plan for the 2008-09 school year and the Eaton Intermediate School District (EISD) 2008­ 09 budget. The State of Michigan requires ISDs to get approval of their annual budgets from the districts they serve. The board also approved a motion to put a request from the Citizens for Equity, a group based in Traverse City, to sign a resolution say­ ing the district strongly sup­ ports the “2X” formula to bring underfunded schools to equity, on the agenda of it’s users accessing this service at one time. The library staff is excited about enhancing its technolo­ gy and encourages patrons to try out this new service. Several college students home for the summer are already enjoying the high­ speed access via their laptops. Putnam District Library's regular hours are 10 a.m. to 6 Monday and p.m. Wednesday; 3 to 8 p.m. Tuesday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday; and 9 a.m. to noon Saturday. N The library' will be closed Saturday, May 24, and Monday, May 26, for the Memorial Day holiday. See WILSON, page 4 Maple Valley Board of Education approves policy changes by Sandra Ponsetto During its regular May meeting, the Putnam District Library Board unanimously approved the library's current technology plan, which includes providing wireless access to patrons. In addition to four com­ puters available for public use, patrons visiting the library with their wireless­ ready laptops may access the Internet free of charge. The library staff is still testing this service and asks for patience as they determine best practices. Since limited seating and electrical outlets are avail­ able, the library reserves the right to limit the number of next regular meeting. According to Maple Valley Schools Business Manager Darryl Sydlowksi, Gary Olsen, the director of the Senate Fiscal Agency, reports he is, “fairly confi­ dent,” the that districts receiving more than $8,433 See BOARD, page 4 In This Issue • More than 2,000 guests see “Seussical Jr.” in Vermontville • Ladies Night, skeet tournament set • Lions go on a tear until afternoon • Valley boys overwhelm the competition at Hornet Invite • Vermontville approves facade grant application �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, May 17,2008 — Page 2 Call Hamilton Lawn Prep, LLC 269-948-2465 of 269-838-5964 Specializing in: Liquid Dust Control for driveways, private roads, etc. Private Road and Driveway Grading New Lawn Installation and Restoration FREE Estimates 9 Years Experience The Ocean Corporation of Houston, Texas, has announced that Brandon O. Montgomery of Vermontville graduated in March with an ultimate diver training certification. He is the son of Andrea and Mark Montgomery. He GOOD TIME PIZZA The Month of May The month ofMay is a special month, the epitome ofSpring, and a vivid reminder ofthe power oflife. In the month ofMay, new life seemingly bursts forth from every conceivable crevice. Buds peak out on the boughs ofalmost every tree, while the fields literally explode with new growth. Eggs that have been carefully kept warm are now new hatchlings squawking for food, and their food wiggles out of the recently thawed ground after each gentle rain in the form offresh worms. Nature has a way of providing for its denizens, and the month ofMay reminds us, as perhaps no other month can, that life is indomitable; it keeps coming back, no matter what. However, even though life is hardy and resilient, it should not blind us to the fact that it can also be fragile. A toxic chemical spill can kill thousands of God's creatures, and it is obvious to most of uf that human activity can sometimes have a deleterious effect on nature. That God gave us dominion over the animals should not be construed as the right to do whatever we please with nature. The concept ofdominion is essentially modeled on the concept oflordship or kingship, and we would certainly not consider a king to be a good sovereign ifhe harmed his subjects for no other reason than his good pleasure. In the same way, we should be good stewards of the natural environment, and take care ofit so that it will continue to take care ofus. 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 , Jack & Judy a Country Kettle Cafe 113 N. Main Nashville (517) 852-9700 dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the birds ofthe air, and over the cattle, and over all the earth, and over every creeping thing that creeps upon the earth. R.S.V. Genesis 1:26 LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE 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 SL, Nashville Sunday School ...................10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11 a.m. Evening Worship ... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting....................... 7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) 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 OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG Wed. 5:30 p.m................................. Family 6:00-7:15........................... Pioneer Club Sun: 9:00..................................... Sunday 10: 00............................................. Church 11: 00...................................... Fellowship GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School.................... 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... P.M. Worship............ Graduates work for profes­ sional dive companies per­ forming underwater welding and cutting, underwater con­ struction, search and salvage, inspections and repairs and various other tasks below the water’s surface. IT w taMGON ta / 0 202 N. Main St, Nashville, MI 49073 Sun.-Thurs. 6 am-2 pm; Fri. & Sat. 6 am-8 pm ft JO 517-852-2500 to HAPPY TRAILS... THE GARDNERS: SHIRLEY AND RICHARD \ <TV> v ©Mi nmy^ Low-priced prescriptions, great coffee & relaxing massage. We'll help you feel better! Maple Valley pharmacyregular hours • Mon-Fri 9-6 • Sat 9-1 219 N. Main • Nashville 517.852.0845 • toll free 877.852.2601 • fax 517.852.0461 www.maplevalleyrx.com Bean counter the MVP massage therapy S WOLEVER’S Real Estate Let us make man in our image, after our likeness; and let them hare HOURS: Open 7 Days 6am to 8pm Nashville’s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! ABUNDANT GRACE WORLD effort” The Ocean Corporation is a commercial diving training organization in the United States and has been training commercial divers since 1969. Graduates are trained for what most people would consider a unique career. is expected to being working at a Dive Company .in Anchorage, Alaska, upon graduation. After graduating, Montgomery said he felt “a great sense of accomplish­ ment” and that the program was “well worth the time and 11 a.m. .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening; Worship ...................................... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER 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 PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone:(517)852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School ol............. .................... 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship......... 11 a.m. Evening Worship......... ........... 6 Wednesday Family Night Service ......... 6:45 p.m. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 . PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Services 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages .. .10:30 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 MAPLE GROVE uppeBrIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road hool (1/2 mile East ofM-66, ervice 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 Elsie E. Wolver Broker 135 Washington P.O. Box 95 Vermontville, MI Res. 49096-0095 (517) 726-0637 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship................... 8:30 a.m (Includes Children’s Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST . CHURCH .. Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................ 11:15 a.m. PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 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 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 SOUTH KALAMO 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 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. 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 . . .6:30 p.m. AWANA ............ 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies: United Methodist Women: 2nd Tues. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK 06652379 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, May 17,2008 — Page 3 TOP TEN, continued from page 1 my parents Philosophy: "Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit, but in humility consider others better than yourself." Philippians 2:3 Quote: "All I want is to be closer to Jesus today than I was the day before." — Theresa Duffy Favorite book: The Bible College plans: Liberty University, Virginia; pre­ medicine Emily Eldred 3.956 ~ Co-Valedictorian Parents: Kim and Duane Eldred Achievements: MV High Honors, National Honor Society, Quiz Bowl Extracurricular activities: band, drama Community service, hobbies: FFA, 4-H, Junior Fair Board Inspiration: My family Philosophy: You don’t need a destination just to go somewhere in life. Quote: "Begin at the begin­ ning" the King said, very gravely, "And go on ‘til you come to the end: then stop." — Lewis Carroll Favorite book: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory College plans: Olivet or Michigan State University; forensic sci­ ence or parks and recre­ ation Lauren Pierce 3.935 ~ Salutatorian Parents: Cheryl and Terry Favorite book: The Bible Pierce College plans: Lansing Achievements: MV High Community College and Honors, National Honor Cool-ey Law School; law. Society, Spanish National Honor Society Kory Starks Extracurricular activities: 3.784 Basketball, volleyball, Parents: Stephanie and Leroy track Starks Community service, hobbies: Achievements: Mission trips, scrapbook­ Leadership ing, Peas in a Pod Daycare Extracurricular activities: Inspiration: My grandmoth­ Basketball, golf er, Betty Pierce Community service, hob­ Philosophy: All hard work bies: Food pantry, brings a profit, but mere Thomapple Manor volun­ talk only leads to poverty. teer, golf Quote: "To be yourself in a Inspiration: Jack Nicklaus world that is constantly Philosophy: All things are trying to make something possible else is the greatest accom­ Quote: Although at times plishment" — Ralph you may outplay me, Waldo Emerson you’ll never outwork me Favorite book: Authentic — Rebecca Blood. Beauty by Leslie Ludy Favorite book: How I Golf College plans: Western Mich­ by Tiger Woods igan or Cornerstone College plans: SDGA Golf University; accounting Academy; teach golf major, Spanish minor Britiney Stambaugh Brittney Gardner 3.906 Parents: Donna and Robert Gardner Achievements: MV High Honors Extracurricular activities: Band, cheerleading, soc­ cer Community Services/hobbies: Thornapple Manor, food pantry, child care Inspiration: My mother Favorite book: Hide and Seek by James Patterson College plans: Central Michigan University; physicians assistant. Jedidiah Wieland ©Stadium Seating 0 No passes SHOWTIMES 5/17 - 5/21 O© CHRONICLES OF NARNIA: PRINCE (PG) 11:45,2:55,6:05,9:15 CASPIAN O WHAT HAPPENS IN VEGAS 11:20,1:50,4:10,7:00,9:25 FRI/SATLS 11:45 IRON MAN (PG-13) 11:00,1:40,4:20,7:10,9:50 @ MADE OF HONOR (PG-13) 11:30,2:00,4:30, 6:50,9:35 FRI/SAT LS 12:00 (PG-13) 3.884 Parents: Laurie and Tim Ruhstorfer Achievements: MV High Honors, National Honor Society, Leadership Extracurricular activities: Drama, choir, soccer Community service, hob­ bies: Mission trips to Mexico Inspiration: My brother, Ezekiel Wieland Philosophy: Keep pushing through and don’t look back Quote: Associate yourself with men of good quality if you esteem your own reputation for ‘tis better to be alone than in bad com­ pany — George Washington chocolates, ya never know whatcha’ gonna get next! —Forrest Gump Favorite book: East ofEden by John Steinbeck College plans: Grand Valley; pre-med Ronald Smith 3.755 Parents: Loretta and Jerry Smith. Achievements: MV Honors Extracurricular activities: Wrestling Community service, hob­ bies: Motorcycle riding Philosophy: Only when you conquer your fears, can you truly begin to live. Quote: What would you attempt, if you knew you couldn’t fail? — Dr. Robert Schuller Favorite book: No Excuses College plans: Kettering University; mechanical engineering Amber Cantrell 3.769 3.754 Parents: Kathryn and Ronald Parents: Bonnie and Bryon Stambaugh Cantrell Achievements: M V Honors, National Honor Roll Extracurricular activities: Basketball, track The Maple Valley Alumni Community service, hob­ Association will host its bies: Athletics, FFA, food annual banquet Saturday, drives May 31, at the Maple Valley Inspiration: Family, friends, High School, with visitation coaches, teachers beginning at 5 p.m. and din­ Philosophy: Life is not ner at 6:30 p.m. always fair, so you have to All graduates of Maple take what it gives you. Quote: To love and be loved is the greatest joy on Earth. Favorite book: Dean Koontz and Nicholas Sparks books College plans: Grand Valley; nursing in pediatric field Achievements: MV High Honors, National Honor Society Extracurricular activities: Band, drama and cheerlead­ ing Community service, hob­ bies: FFA, Eaton County Seatbelt Safety, Mackinac Island Honor Scout Inspiration: My parents Philosophy: You only live once, so do all that you can do in the time given to you Quote: When life brings you lemons, make lemonade Favorite book: East ofEden by John Steinbeck College plans: Grand Valley State; nursing Kathleen Welch 3.754 Parents: Elizabeth and David Welch Achievements: MV High Honors, National Honor Society, National Merit Semi-finalist Extracurricular activities: Band, drama, choir Community service, hob­ bies: The Revue Inspiration: Amanda Wells; Holly Berkimer; my sister, Bekah Philosophy: You’ll only regret the things you don’t do Quote: It is our choices, far more than our abilities, that show what we truly are —J. K. Rowling Favorite book: This Present Darkness by Frank Peretti College plans: Kellogg Community College; musical theater perform­ ance Senior honors night to be held Tuesday Maple Valley High School will hold Senior Honors Night at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 20, in the high school auditorium. Administration and staff will be honoring the members of the Class of 2008, recog­ nizing their accomplishments and achievements. Maple Valley alumni banquet set for May 31 Valley, Nashville or Vermontville High schools are welcome to attend. The cost is $15 for dinner. The theme this year is "Preserving History for Tomorrow’s Graduates." All future graduates are invited, as well. Anyone who has not received an invitation but would like to attend may call, Cheryl Sheridan at 517-726­ 0614. Jared Smith 3.755 Parents: Christine and Rich Smith Achievements: MV High Honors, National Honor Society, Leadership Extracurricular activities: Basketball, football, base­ ball Community service, hobbies: Big Brothers Big Sisters, mission trips, fish­ ing Inspiration: Matt Rhode Philosophy: Jesus saves Quote: Life is like a box of Satavaag 8 Moitdag, Mag 24 8 26 elebration! The T Maple Valley Band Boosters would like to THANK the Following People for their support and donations during our Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser at the Maple Syrup Festival... MOO-ville Creamery - Doug & Louisa Westendorp Alto Gas - Charlotte Office Vermontville Maple Syrup Corporation Vermontville Fire Department Carl’s Market Vermontville Hardware g Vermontville American Legion Post 222 The Building & Grounds Support Staff at Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School and at Maplewood School siOEJOOl ,,a<X>KSOE REE Inflatable Obstacle Course FREE Face Painting FREE Petting Zoo FREE / lorse-Drawn Wagon Rides FREE Door Prize: FREE Butter Making Demo Farm Tours... $2.00 (Hourly 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.) Sorry, you cannot use a tour coupon for this special k. Ail-You-Can-Eat < ■ a, Sundae Bar Hot Dogs (begin at 11 a.m.) ($4 adults _ ——i $3 under 12) Phone: 517-852-9003 Spring Hours: M-Th 9-9 i.-Sat. 9-10 • Closed Sundays Bottomless Milk �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, May 17,2008 — Page 4 WILSON, continued from page 1 Jess A. Bumpus NASHVILLE - Jess A. Bumpus, age 67, of Hastings passed away peacefully with his family at his side on Tuesday, May 13, 2008 at his Thornapple Lake home. Jess was bom at home in North Adams, on August 20, 1940, the son of the late Burl and Clarabell (Harnish) Bumpus. He was raised in the Battle Creek and Hillsdale area and attended schools there. He was the husband of Rose (Moore) Bumpus; the couple was married on May 8, 1992 in Lansing. Jess was in the concrete business for over 40 years. During the Mid 1970's he worked for Bob Evan in Hillsdale, owned his own concrete business for eight years from 1971-1979, then worked for Northwest Give a memorial that can go on forever Ask your funeral director for more information on the BCF or call (269) 945-0526. Material and Johncock Brayton. He was employed with Consumers Concrete Corp for the past 22 years as a Regional Manager. Jess will be dearly missed by his beloved family and friends. He is survived by his beloved wife Rose; a daugh­ ter, Penny (Edgar) Medlen of Freemont, IN; his five sons Michael (Tracey) Bumpus of Reading, Terry (Darlene) Bumpus of Jonesville, Tracy Bumpus of North Carolina, Patrick (Angie) Bumpus of Hillsdale, and Brian Bumpus of Hillsdale; a step daughter, Stephanie Tucker of Lansing; two step sons Bret Tucker of Kalamazoo, and Thomas Tucker of Throutman, NC. He is also survived by two sisters, Jean Palmer of Hillsdale, Jeanette Cole of Coldwater; two brothers, L.J. (Shirley) Bumpus of Litchfield, and Rocky (Cheryl) Bumpus of Mosherville; 10 granchildren, and two very special great grandchildren; one step granddaughter; and his father-in-law, Donald Moore of Reading. Jess was preceeded in death by his parents, his brother and two sisters. Funeral services will be held at The Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville, at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 17, 2008. In lieu of flowers, the fam­ ily has requested memorial contributions be made direct­ ly to the family for the pur­ chase of a headstone. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Lorna Wilson (second from left) displays her Everyday Hero Award from the Barry County United Way. Posing with her (from left) are Castleton-Maple Grove-Nashville EMS Director Tina Fein, assistant EMS director Sarah Horton, and paramedic Kelly Lincoln. that Lorna Wilson has taken any community. Whether the vide food and water, turn on and handled so well in department is a volunteer things on and off, whatever seeking to protect the lives unit relying on neighbors or needed to be done—even a highly sophisticated urban helping put out the occasional and property of others. “Through her dedicated department, we all rely on grass fire — and I’ve loved efforts with the local people like Loma Wilson for every minute of it,” she said, Emergency Service Board, the safety of our homes, “I have a passion for emer­ the Barry County Clerk’s businesses, and the lives of gency services — Nashville, Association, the Barry those we love.” Lakewood, Freeport — ifthey Wilson said she has served need something, I’ll work for County E-911 Advisory Board, and the local as the secretary and treasurer them until they get it” Community Action Agency, for the fire department for 30 “It is a well-deserved in psychology. She is the Lorna Wilson has clearly put years and has been “invol­ award,” said Fein. “She will daughter of Raymond and into action the highest stan- ved,” with the fire depart­ fight to make sure both serv­ Charlene of dards of citizenship and ment for 35. ices stay up and running to Garvey “Basically, I started out as a assure people get quality Nashville and a graduate of unselfishness. This concern for others is the most obvi­ ‘go-fer,’” she said. “I’d pro- service.” Maple Valley High School. ous and often heroic battle of emergency response and try­ ing to prevent the loss of life. Today we recognize Loma Wilson for her leadership in keeping our community safe, and we offer our profound Lucas Knox of Nashville make the list, students had to appreciation for her dedica­ was among more than 1,200 earn a grade point average of tion. students named to the spring 3.5 or higher. “The determination of 2008 dean's list at Michigan Knox is a sophomore local emergency response Technological University. To majoring in mathematics. has a significant impact on Garvey graduates from Albion College Albion College has announced that Megan Garvey was among the 444 students who graduated from the college May 10. Garvey received a degree ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A SAFE, RELIABLE, AND CARING ENVIRONMENT FOR YOUR CHILO BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL? THE MAPLE VALLEY LATCHKEY PROGRAM OFFERS: Safe and convenient delivery to your child's school building: No need to walk to a bus stop or wait outside in inclement weather. Available childcare when the school schedule changes: When there is a school delay... the morning session of the Latchkey Program is open at 6:00 a.m. Knox makes Michigan Tech spring dean’s list Maple Valley Business Owners meeting set The next meeting of the Maple Valley Business Owners Group, has been set for 7 a.m. Monday, June 3, at the Castleton Township Hall, 915 Reed St., Nashville. BOARD, continued from page 1 per pupil in state funding would receive an additional $71 per student while lowerfunded districts would receive and additional $142 per pupil. The 2X plan is an attempt to close the gap between wealthier school districts, which receive more funding since the approval of Proposal A in 1995. That law changed school funding from local property tax to revenue from sales tax. The next regular meeting of the Maple Valley Board of Education is slated for 6 p.m. Monday, June 9, and will be followed at 7 p.m. with the dis­ trict’s annual Troth in Taxation Hearing on the dis- Homework Assistance: The Latchkey Program works with the students' teachers to coordinate homework needs Minimum of television and video time: We have videos available, but we don’t have time for them. We are too busy having fun. Staff trained in CPR and First Aid For more information on the Maple Valley School Latchkey Program contact Terry Woodman at 852-9421 or visit us in the multi-purpose room at Fuller before or after school to see what our program has to offer MV children. All area business owners are invited to attend. ‘ 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 j 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville 06663365 Scott A. Daniels & Family Owner/Manager trict’s proposed 2008-09 budg­ et This change in schedule will allow the board to hold the hearing before approving the budget at a special meet­ ing scheduled for 7 p.m. Monday, June 23, to approve the budget before the state’s July 1 deadline. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, May 17, 2008 — Page 5 Ladies Night, skeet tournament set in Bellevue Area women are invited to come to Centerline of Calhoun County Wednesday, May 21, for ladies night skeet and trap shooting. Experienced shooters and first-timers interested in learning to shoot for fun are encouraged to join the fun between 5 and 7 p.m. at 23100 13 Mile Road (Old Bellevue Road). Ladies Night will be held throughout the summer on the third Wednesday of the month. Centerline offers experienced firearms instructors, with prior notice, for new shooters. In a separate event, the North American Amateur Shotgun Leagues will host a one-day singles “skeet shooting” double-elimina­ tion tournament Sunday, May 25. All players are welcome to compete. A unique handicap­ ped system allows even begin­ ner shooters to be competitive. Men, women and children over the age of 10 (with adult supervision) are encouraged to get outdoors for some fun shooting. Registration for this tour­ nament will begin at 9:30 a.m. in the clubhouse. Interested shooters can call Steve with questions or to RSVP at 269-209-5100 or e- mail at steven@naasl.org. Cash prizes for first, second and third places will be awarded. Participants must bring their own guns and shells; 12- or 20-gauge shotgun, and 9 to 7.5 shot shells. One box of 25 shells is needed for each round of skeet or trap. In skeet shooting, shooters transition through eight dif­ ferent stations, moving in an arc, shooting at a total of 25 clay targets. Targets are pre- sented from high and low houses on each side of the field; each target crosses in front of the shooter. Both 12and 20-gauge field guns work equally well on the skeet field. Trap shooting offers a variation. With the trap house in front ofthe squad of shooters, each participant shoots five targets from each of five stations. Targets are thrown away from the shoot- ers, either slightly to the left, right or straight-away. Twelve-gauge trap guns work best on the trap field. Scorekeeping is optional; fun is mandatory. Interested shooters can call Angie Gresley at 269-420-1184 or send an e-mail to angie_ gresley@yahoo.com to RSVP or for more informa­ tion about shooting. Valley boys overwhelm the competition at Hornet Invite Seven championship per­ formances, that included a pair of school-record setting marks, highlighted the day as the Maple Valley varsity boys’ track and field team dominated the Hornet Invitational hosted by Central Montcalm Saturday. The Maple Valley 3200- meter relay team of Rob Morehouse, Josh Fulford, Brad Laverty, and Jeff Burd set a new school-record in the 3200-meter relay with their time of 8 minutes 20.96 seconds. The other school­ record came in the shot put, freshman where Luke Densmore took first place COURT-$ID£ EMBROIDERY & SCREEN PRINTING TROPHIES ENGRAVING • • MEDALS BANNERS 117 N. MAIN STREET NASHVILLE, MI 49073 517-852-920 Logo Digitizing - Custom Screen Printing court-side@sbcglobal.net ■'tx‘ Be’ Wil? Owners: Phares & Lori Courtney with a throw of 49 feet 9.5 inches. The Lions finished the day with 111 points. Central Montcalm was a distant sec­ ond with 78, followed by Saranac 72.5, Clare 67, Big Rapids 64.5, Lakeview 57, Leroy-Pine River 48, and Ionia 29. Maple Valley teams won three of the four relay races. The team of Nick Thurlby, Jim Brown, Burd, and Charles Wymer took the 800-meter relay in 1:32.53. Morehouse, Brandon Vaughan, Thurlby, and Burd won the 1600-meter relay in 3:31.50. Wymer, . Burd, and Thurlby had the three indi­ vidual wins for the Lions. Wymer took the 100-meter dash in 11.44, Burd the 800meter run in 2:04.40, and Thurlby the 110-meter high hurdles in 15.44 seconds. Lakeview’s Kyle Lund edged Thurlby for the title in the 300-meter hurdles, fin­ ishing in 40.58 to Thurlby’s time of 41.54. Wymer also just missed out on a win in the 400-meter dash, finishing three tenths of a second behind Central Montcalm’s Cody Nyo’s time of 51.66. Laverty and Kaleb Root had the Lions’ two thirdplace finishes. Laverty fin­ ished the 3200-meter run in 10:16.09, and Root cleared 13-6 in the pole vault. The Lions hosted a Division 3 regional meet on Friday, and will be on their home track again Wednesday for the Kalamazoo Valley Association Championship Meet. / Still riding at 50! Happy Birthday Sam!!!! From Bob, yatt and Tanner 0^7914 The Maple Valley Athletic Boosters would like to thank the businesses who donated items to our 3rd Annual Reverse Raffle ... r3 imiw j.W fas InillfkB MBI# U| Sato® 107” \ J?!*1® J 1JI a* • Ace Hardware • All That Glitters • Baron Tons, LLC • Carls Supermarket • Court-Side Embroidery • Crystal Fash and Congratulations to the Winners Who Won the Items! • Custom Home Interiors • Davis Oil • Ewing Garden Center & Landscaping • Good Time Pizza • Jack & Judy’s Country Kettle • • • • • • Janelie’s Kent Oil Main Street Salon Mancino’s of Charlotte Meijer Mooville Radio Shack of Hastings Road Runners Shell Gas Sugar Hut Cafe Walldorff Brew Pub & Bistro 1 Wilson Sugar Bush ' • • • 1 Congratulations to the Cash Winners at the Raffle • • $100 Winners - Brian Schriver, Chelsey Wetzel, Matt McClelland • $125 Winner - Richard Fowler • • $150 Winner - Roger Corey • • $175 Winners - Jeff Wetzel, Morris Jackson, Dave • Nickel • • $200 Winner - Scott Daniels • $225 Winners - Chris and Jen Varney Micah Powers won $320 from 50/50 Raffle and Jim Byron $250 Winners - Dustin Jones, John Dalek, Rob Franks, Barry Carpenter, Mindy Schriver, and Radio Shack of Hastings $300 Winner - John Mitchell $750 Winner - Jeremy Reynolds $1000 Winner - Kelly Murton $5000 Winner - Brian Ainsworth won $625 from Squares A Special Thank You to Brian Ainsworth, $5000 grand prize winner and 1987 MV graduate, for donating 1/2 of his winnings back to the Athletic Boosters! Roger Corey for purchasing 10 tickets and donating his $150 winnings back to the Athletic Boosters Radio Shack of Hastings for donating their $250 winnings back to the Athletic Boosters • Dean, Deb and Orvin from Mulberry Gardens for donating the Hall. • Tunes R Us for the DJ service • Ticket sellers and helpers before and during the raffle • Everyone who purchased raffle tickets to support the Athletic boosters s WE APPRECIATE YOUR SUPPORT! §» o �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, May 17,2008 — Page 6 More than 2,000 guests see “Seussical Jr.” in Vermontville The Revue presented the musical “Seussical Jr.” before more than 2,000 peo­ ple, at the Vermontville Opera House May 2 to 11. Under Producer Bill Reynolds, Director Hollie Auten, Assistant Director Pal ing night, first to sell out all shows, and the first to have the largest cast,” said Campion. On Fridays May 2 and 9, special matinees were pre­ sented to area schools, including: Hastings, Campion, Musical Director Amanda Wells and help from many parents, 90 children in grades 2 through 8, put on The Revue’s 40th show. “In the 40 shows that have been done since 1996, this is the first to have 267 on open- Some 70 area elemen­ tary and middle school­ aged youngsters pack the stage in the second week­ end’s performance of “Seussical Jr.” 226 N. Main • Nashville 517-852-1757 Full-Service Hair, Nail & Tanning Salon S^Iod id Street Sunfield, St. Rose, Star School, and Maplewood of Maple Valley Schools. Nearly half of the cast came from Nashville and Vermontville but the rest came from Hastings, Lake Odessa, Woodland, Sunfield, Bellevue, Charlotte, and as far away as Mason. “Auten and Reynolds put Stylists Cheryl Pierce & Angie Salyer Hours: Mon. 9-2, Tues.-Frl. 9-5, Sat. 9-12 • Early morning & evening tanning available "It's Flip Flop Time!" 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Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate NASHVILLE ” RM® Phone (517) 852-1915 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 Rick Winegar, Realtor - GRI e-PRO Home 517-726-0223 Cell 269-838-2884 Jerry Reese, Realtor - ABR Jeff Weiler, Realtor Home 517-852-5066 517-852-1915 their incredible creative tal­ ents together to produce a spectacular and warm show with many special effects including black light, snow, fog, confetti, and even a boil­ ing pot,” added Campion, “and at the same time getting over 75 children to be in their outrageously colorful cos­ tumes and to be on or off stage at the right time.” One audience member, Jodi Johnson, a voice and music teacher from Grand Rapids, said, "Wow! Wow! I can't believe 12-year-olds captured me up in the moment! Their voices were incredible. “Gertrude (Sydney Khouri) was so cute and believable. I can't believe this was her first principal part. The Cat in the Hat (Emily Smith) did a fantastic comedic job narrating and connecting the story. And Horton (Christian Timmis) has a wonderful, mature voice. He is so expressive, too. " Audience members came as far away as JacksOh, Jojo (Anna Timmis) and Cat in the Hat (Emily Smith) Traverse City, the Detroit area and Monroe. sing “It’s Possible” just before a black light is used to Reynolds, founder and create a scene with special effects. manager of The Revue, said the show would not have been possible without the generous support from Vermontville Township, May 17 4-H Statewide Poultry Show & Clinic, 7 a.m., community businesses, Expo Center. patrons, community mem­ May 18 4-H Point Show, Expo Center. bers, students, parents, and May 19 Rabbit & Cavy Showmanship Clinic, 7 p.m., the local papers. Expo Center. Mandatory Poultry. Meeting, 7 p.m., Expo May 19 Center. Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 May 19 p.m. (after mandatory meeting), Expo Center. 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7 p.m., May 21 Extension Office. CALENDAR OF EVENTS SCHOOL MENUS Maple Valley Elementary Menu Monday, May 19 French toast Sausage, potato applesauce. sticks. wedge, Tuesday, May 20 Chicken fajitas. Whole ker­ nel com, mandarin oranges, birthday cake. Wednesday, May 21 <iiai6i'Snr Ravioli. Tator tots, fruit cocktail, bread stick. Thursday, May 22 NEW LISTING: WOODLAND BEAUTIFUL "UPDATED" COUNTRY FARMHOUSE ON 2.46 ACRES NEAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOLI $179,900 Hardwood floors, oak trim, 4 sea­ sons sunroom w/heat. large living room w/fireplace. 4 bedrooms, 2 f full baths, master bedroom w/walkin closet. 22x29 deck, 24x60 tool shed, 57x36 barn, 2 car detached garage. 2,900 sq. fl. For all the details call Jerry. (CH-41) PRICE REDUCED TO $90,0001 GOOD FAMILY HOME IN NASHVILLE! 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1st floor laundry, 2 car garage 2/heated workshop. Patio & 3 seasons room, central air, fenced yard. Call Homer (N-157) or Rick. LOCATED IN NASHVILLE ON ALMOST 2 ACRES Three bedrooms, 1-1/2 baths, formal dining room, large covered deck and patio, 3 car garage plus extra garage for lawn and garden tools. Lots of elbow room for outside recration and gardening. Call homer for more Info. Appliances included. Call Homer (N-40) Pizza bagels. Tossed salad, sherbet, Goldfish Crackers/ Friday, May 23 Hot dog w/chili. French fries, pineapple, cookie. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High Lunch Menu Monday, May 19 Chicken Fajitas. Mexican rice, refried beans, apple­ sauce. Salad Bar. Tuesday, May 20 NASHVILLE - NICE "UPDATED" FAMILY HOME APPROX. 1900 SQ. FT. 4 bedroom, 2 full bath home with fenced back yard, MFL, large kitchen and dining, huge living THORNAPPLE LAKE - $88,90011 room, all appl. incl., (except hot Shows like new, 1998 mfg. home, tub neg.), includes 2 central air, double lot. Call Rick or garage 1 garage. Homer. (LK-26) (rt-39) Call Rick for an appt. plus bonus car heated car IN NASHVILLE NOW $55.00011 2 bedroom home on comer lot, appliances included, also some other furnishings. Possession at close! Call Rick or Homer. (N-31) Wednesday, May 21 June 2 June 4 June 10 p.m., Extension Office. Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Master Gardener Executive Committee Meeting, 6 p.m. 9340 Kalamazoo Ave. ? Caledonia, MI 49316 g, g* www.apolslandscaping.com g 616-698-1030 Koi & Goldfish • Pond Supplies Aquatic Plants • Lilies & Lotus Joe Montgomery Builders, Inc. We build on our reputation...just ask our customers! Cheesie Bread Sticks. Spaghettios, whole kernel corn, peaches. Hot Dog Bar. Thursday, May 22 VACANT PARCELS 2.2 ACRES NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE. On main road - sur­ NEW LISTING: 55x132 building lot in Nashville - Water fit veyed, perked, modulars acceptable. Nat gas available, sewer available, chain link fence, storage shed, flowers fit rolling with some trees. Land Contract terms. Call Homer. shrubs. Call Ho,mer (VL-42) PRICE REDUCED! (VL-1 14) ACRES COUN RY Perked fir surveyed, location, 3 ACRES PERKED fir SURVEYED: Rolling terrain, seeded to 4 paved road,INclose to 1 hunting fir fishing. Cuylve,rt good gfir drive are in., 4 of Vermo Vermontville. gn.tville. hay, seller financing available. North of Vermontville, black-p MV M V Schools Schools.,. Located north g top road. PRICE REDUCED! Call Homer. (VL-155)Call Rick. 60 Wrap sandwich. Potato wedge, asparagus, PA & Man. oranges. Mexican Bar. May 26 Extension Office closed for Memorial Day. May 27-30 Extension Office closed all week for renova­ tion. May 29 Dairy Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 (VL-149) 2+ ACRES North of Vermontville, blacktop road, natural gas ACRES - FARM St HUNTING LAND. JUST REDUCED TO available, surveyed, perked. Contract terms. $185,0001 Approximately 30 acres woods. Call Homer ^Call Homer. 91a (VL-34)Rlch(VL-1591 HS Kellogg Cottage Inn. Pizza. Carrot sticks, green beans, fruit cocktail. Potato Bar. Friday, May 23 BBQ chicken sandwich. Broccoli, Smile Brocco, m potatoes, pears, Asian Bar. Building dreams.since 1978 New Construction and Home Improvement 122 S. Lincoln, Charlotte (517) 543-1718 08762982 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, May 17,2008 — Page 7 SOCIAL NEWS Commission bdhlj CoUfliU on Aging Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Hearty Menu Monday, May 19 Chicken breast, chicken gravy, peas and carrots, pineapple and mandarin oranges, wheat bread. Tuesday, May 20 Sheppard’s Pie, Calif, blend vegetables, diced peaches, wheat bread. Wednesday, May 21 BBQ chicken, stewed tomatoes, broccoli, apple­ sauce, hamburger bun. Thursday, May 22 Roast beef and gravy, mashed potatoes, green beans, pineapple tidbits, wheat bread. Friday, May 23 Mexican fajita, tortilla, let­ tuce and tomatoes, com, man­ darin oranges. Cold Menu Berkimers to celebrate Monday, May 19 Cottage cheese, garbanzo golden wedding anniversarybean salad, bean salad, mandarin Bob and Leah Berkimer of Nashville are celebrating oranges, com muffin. Tuesday, May 20 their 50th wedding anniversary on Saturday, May 24, Pork w/Swiss cheese, Com 2008 at Bellevue First Baptist Church, 122 S. Main Street, Bellevue, Mich. You are invited to attend a spe- O’Brien, pineapple and man­ darin oranges, wheat bread. cial program honoring them at 2 p.m. Wednesday, May 21 Bob Berkimer married Leah Mapes on May 24, 1958 Pea and peanut salad, mariat the Assyria Gospel Church in Assyria. The couple both graduated from Bellevue High School. They have nated vegetables, spiced apples, wheat bread. resided at their Nashville address for 49 years. Thursday, May 22 Hosting the gathering are their children and grandchil­ Turkey and pasta salad, dren: David, Connie and Nathaniel Berkimer of Nashville, Mich.; Kelly, Lois, Judy and William Sensenig corn and tomato salad, of Ephrata, Penn.; Trevor, Nancy, Andrew and Michael pineapple tidbits. Friday, May 23 Talmage of Portage, Ind.; Paul and Holly Berkimer of Roast beef w/cheese, broc­ Vermontville, Mich. coli raisin salad, diced peach­ Your presence is their gift. es, wheat bread. Activities Calendar Monday, May 19: Hastings - Music with Sam; Crafts 10:30 a.m.; Card Making 12:30 p.m. Delton Birthday Party; Nashville 5 11 a.m. H, W, N - reminis­ cence. Tuesday, May 20: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Beg. Line Dance 11 a.m.; Bocce Ball 10:30 a.m.; Red Hats Shipsee 8 a.m. GL Cards and Games 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 21: Hastings - Music with Sam; Nails; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m. Delton- 911 response Forms 11 a.m.; Reminiscence. 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Nashville IGA Express Accepts: Mon.-Thur. 6am-iopm: FrisSat. 6AM-Mldnlght; Sun. 9AM-10PM Bridge Cards �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, May 17,2008 — Page 8 Lions go on a tear until a very tough afternoon against Leslie Maple Valley added three wins in four days to its record against Delton Kellogg. The Lion varsity softball team took both games of their Kalamazoo Valley Association double header against the Panthers on Tuesday, winning 5-3 and 5­ 4, and also topped the Panthers at last Saturday’s Harper Creek Invitational. Terri Hurosky, Bailey Flower, and Cedie Angus In game two, the Lions ran had two hits apiece in the game one victory over wild. Flower was 4-for-4 at the plate and had three stolen Delton Tuesday. Maple Valley has also had bases. Cassie Knauss was 2some help recently from JV for-4 with a pair of steals. “The girls ran the bases call-up Jordan Beachnau. “She is playing the infield, well, challenging Delton to a giving us a lot more depth level of the game they strug­ and confidence,” Lion head gled with,” Lesage said. Cedie Angus was the wincoach Mary Lesage said of Beachnau. “Jordan is kind of ning pitcher in both contests like the missing link, and for the Lidns. Tuesday the Lions were will give us a lot to finish out the season, whether it be just continuing the solid play defense or offensive.” they’d displayed Saturday at Harper Creek where they went 2-1 on the day. Lakeview scored a 5-0 win over the Lions in the champi­ onship game, after Maple Valley had scored an 8-2 win over Battle Creek Central and an 8-4 win over Delton. That awesome play didn’t carry into Wednesday’s non­ conference double header with Leslie though. “After having a few good games the girls hit a wall last night,” said Lesage. “They could not find their bats. Losing our main pitcher did not help last night. Cedie Angus went down after her back gave out. We were struggling even before losing Cedie (in the third inning of game one).” “Pitching and catching are about 85-percent ofthe game and when that goes, your team better be on their toes and have all areas of the game covered with no errors and lots of hitting, and nei­ ther of those were in our favor last night. “ Leslie took game one 10­ 7, then scored a 12-2 victory in the second game. The Lions went through four pitchers on the night. Flower took the loss in game two. Lesage said she did a pretty good job, but strug­ gled with control a few times. “Losing players to their normal positions does not help the game plan, and when the bats are dead and the errors keep haunting the team, it makes it for a rough game,” said Lesage. The Lions end the KVA season with two home games against Penn field Monday, then host Lakewood on Wednesday. Maple Valley opens dis­ trict play May 31 at Leslie against either Olivet or Stockbridge in the semifinals at noon. Maple Valley’s Cedie Angus pitches to a Bronco bat­ ter during last week’s Thursday’s contest with Bellevue in Nashville. (Photo by Perry Hardin) DK gets a pair of wins over Valley Maple Valley’s Markelle Brumm puts her bat on the ball during last week Thursday’s contest with Bellevue. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Delton Kellogg played the way most teams would like to every day as the Panthers swept a Kalamazoo Valley Association double header from Maple Valley on Tuesday in Vermontville. The Panthers used solid pitching and outstanding defense to score the twogame sweep of the Lions. DK’s varsity baseball team won both games by the score of 10-0. “We only had one error in two games, which is a defen­ sive level we would like to make a standard,” said Delton Kellogg head coach Bill Humphrey. “We are still striving for that kind of con­ sistency on a daily basis.” A single by Nick Nisse and two off the bat of Kyle Fisher accounted for the Lions’ three hits. Fisher also took the loss on the mound. Delores A. Garrett The five runs the Panthers scored in the top of the first inning of game one were all they’d need with that kind of defense and another strong outing from Nick Blacken on the mound. Blacken ran his record to 6-1 on the season, throwing a three-hit shut out. He struck out eight and walked only one in six innings of work. Blacken also jump-started the DK offense by hitting a two-run homer in the fiverun first inning that put his team in command. Jeremy Reigler also had a big hit in that inning, a two-out oppo­ site field double that drove in two runs. Steven Scoby led the Panther offense overall in the came, collecting three hits including a sixth inning grand slam that iced the game. A Brian Diaz double and singles by Devin Desgranges and Jordan Smith rounded out the DK attack. It was Mitch Duquesnel who took over on the mound in game two for Delton, and improved his record to 6-2 by throwing six innings of two-hit ball. He struck out nine and walked just two in six innings of work. Valley’s offense was lim­ ited to singles by Jared Smith and Daniel Benedict. Blacken helped Duquesnel as much as he had helped himself with the bat, con­ tributing two hits and an RBI. Scoby had a two-run single, a sac-fly, and three stolen bases in the game. Duquesnel also had a big hit, a lead off triple in the fourth inning that led to a run-scor- ing suicide squeeze by Dakota Healey when the game was still in the balance. Delton led 2-0 at that point, then added three runs in the fifth and five more in the sixth. A double by Brennan Smith, and singles by Devin Desgranges, Quinn DeBolt, Martin Workman and Jordan Smith rounded out the DK attack. Maple Valley heads to Springport Saturday, then will play .two with league rival Pennfield on Monday. The Lions host Lakewood on Wednesday. SOFT SALES x--/^■yA\ /SZO^water Sffl* Tea# for less: gftgff Fu//y/n^,S ^rtregnentLLC. 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To obtain a registration, call (517) 566-7229 Instructors Dan Cobb, Phil Smith & Roily Krauss ^7^.-. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, May 17,2008 — Page 9 Lion golfers finish sixth at consecutive KVA jamborees The Lions were nearly able to chase down the Eagles on their home course Tuesday. At Mulberry Fore Golf Course in Nashville, the Lions finished sixth in the Kalamazoo Valley Association jamboree they hosted. Kalamazoo Christian added to its league lead, fir­ ing a 150, but needed to win the fifth score tie-breaker to do it. Hackett Catholic Maple Valley’s Nathan Hale fires a shot from the edge of the fairway towards the 18th green at Tuesday’s Kalamazoo Valley Association jam­ boree at Mulberry Fore Golf Course in Nashville. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Central’s top four scorers also finished at 150. Parchment was third at 152, followed by Olivet 169, Delton Kellogg 173, Maple Valley 181, and Pennfield 182. Maple Valley edged out Pennfield for the final spot, with Kory Starks leading the way for his team with a twoover-par 38. That score put him in a tie for sixth place on the day. The Lions also got a 46 from Barry Roscoe, a 48 from Hutch Joppie, and a 49 from Tory Roberts. Kalamazoo Christian’s Austin Vandermeer fired a three-under par 33 to lead the league on the day. His team­ mate Jake Rykse, Hackett’s Sheldon Keyte, and Parchment’s Josh Pressley tied at 35 for the day’s sec­ ond best score. The Lions, who have fin­ ished as high as fifth in a league jamboree this season, were sixth at each of the last Mukilh Mukilhta J*’ WtaiHtea 1 •Mniiitui <<iifr H Wsihh “M W ol tebtcu WaHniUj itodi M'ffil Him HfHiltjWi life Sjojiort Jiri), ta list rtiik nMrt inHI IkWW' jllHF Ml Maple Valley’s Karodrsy Starks taps a putt towards the cup on the 18th green to close out his two-overpar 38 at Mulberry Fore on Tuesday afternoon. 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The KVA was scheduled to get together for its final Heating & Air Conditioning ■LICmENeSrE-Dn INSURED Vermontville, Ml physicals will be held June 4 Maple Valley will offer sports physicals for students entering grades four through 12 next fall on Wednesday, June 4, in the Maple Valley Jr/Sr High School Gymnasium. The cost is $20 cash. No checks will be accepted. Contact Duska Brumm or Mindy Schriver with any questions at (517) 852-9275. Dependable, damage-free • Lockouts • Tire Service • Accident Recovery • Long-Haul Featuring Ruud Gas Furnaces and Air Conditioners. Full Line of Indoor Air Duality Products • FREE Estimates , Fit. for Golf ” Event ..3..... '3 ........ .................. WHAT: Golf swing and posture assessment event at Hastings Orthopedic Clinic. The $15 registration fee will be donated to the 2008 Relay for Life of Barry County. WHEN: May 29, from 1 pm until 4 pm. WHY: The golf swing requires stability in some joints and flexibility in others. Each participant will receive a personal 15 minute assessment and an assessment sheet with postural recommendations from a physical therapist. WHERE: Hastings Orthopedic Clinic, 840 Cook Road, Hastings AVAOPFo HOW: Call the office at 1-800-596-1005 to register. Bring your 5-iron or use ours! & Off-Road DOBBIN'S Duun COLE HAIMSBAREER owner MV sports Ml Lie. fl 748 Call: Jeff Dobbin or Chris VanZalen jamboree Friday, at Mary wood Golf Course. The league championship will be held at The Lynx on Monday. This Thursday, the Lions will be a part of the Division 3 district tournament hosted by Otsego High School at Prairie Wood Golf Course. * ***** l«S®2g«LN's Owner, Jeff Dobbin, ASE Master Technician over 2Q years experience 840 Cook Rd., Hastings, MI 49058 Phone: 269-945-9520 • Toll Free: 800-596-1005 Contact us on the web @ www.hoc-mi.com �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, May 17,2008 — Page 10 Townships. EMS board hold public hearing by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Wednesday evening the Castleton-Maple GroveNashville Emergency Medical Service (EMS), along with the Castleton and Maple Grove township boards and the Nashville Village Council held a joint public hearing on whether the townships should pursue a operating millage for the EMS and to discuss what levy should be requested if they do. As a result of the meeting, the townships have each EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS agreed to schedule a special meeting to discuss the amount of millage to levy and ballot language, and the EMS board is looking to cre­ ate a campaign to educate the public about why the operat­ ing millage is necessary. Earlier this year, the EMS board asked for and received an additional $6,700 in sup­ port from the three commu­ nities it serves in order to cover a $17,499 deficit as of Jan. 31 and help balance the budget for the remaining two months of the 2007-08 fiscal year. Now, township and EMS officials are looking at levy­ ing a millage as a way to fund the service without putting an additional strain on the cash­ strapped municipalities. Each year, Castleton and Maple Grove townships and the village of Nashville con­ tribute $19,000 to the EMS to pay operational costs not covered by income from insurance and patient pay- ments. The service also receives one-quarter of a mill from taxpayers in each municipality. However, funds generated by the mill­ age can only be used for ambulance equipment and building maintenance, not operational costs. Of the 15 members in the audience Wednesday evening, only two Castleton Township residents, Don Wiggins and Carroll Wolff, were not current members or family ofthe EMS, township and EMS board or village council. EMS board officials said they were disappointed with the citizen turn-out. Earlier this year, when the EMS Board held a hearing to determine whether members ofthe community were inter­ ested in maintaining an advanced life support EMS in Nashville, the response was positive although the attendance was much the same. “We set these meetings to find out what the people want us to do, but they don’t come,” said Castleton Township Clerk and EMS Secretary/Treasurer Loma Wilson. “I am disappointed more people aren’t here this evening; this is important.” “At the earlier public hear­ ing, we discussed two possi­ bilities: One, asking the voters for a millage; and, two, a spe­ cial assessment district,” said EMS board chairman and Maple Grove Township Supervisor Rod Crothers at the start of Wednesday meet­ ing. “We’re here to weigh the pros and cons of those two options... as far as the Maple Grove Board, we felt that 1 dedicated mill to support the EMS would be the way to go-” EMS Board member and Nashville Village Council Trustee Mary Coll said the Nashville Village Council would also advocate asking voters for a millage to sup- port the EMS. “How much?’asked Crothers. “The council hadn’t decided but they are more in favor of a millage than a spe­ cial assessment district,” she replied. “If we didn’t get the mill­ age passed, we could look at other options,” said Crothers. “We talked about the two options and the council does­ n’t have a recommendation, but we did feel the millage was probably the best way to go,” said Nashville Village Council President and EMS Board Member Frank Dunham. Castleton Township Supervisor Jud Cooley said there were different ways to put the millage on the ballot and suggested that the equip­ ment millage requests for the EMS and the local fire department, which are up for renewal this year, should be put on the ballot separate from the request for an addi- Nashville, first floor and basement. $300 per month plus security deposit. Call rick 269-908-0525 or Karen 269-908-0524 ing. For application & free government job info, call American Assoc, of Labor 1913-599-8226.24/hrs. emp. serv. 25th. 400 exhibitors. Rain or shine. 7:30am-4:00pm.. Locat­ ed at the Fairgrounds, right in Allegan, MI. $4.00 admis­ sion. NASHVILLE 6701 DOW­ LING Road. 3 bedroom ranch, basement, garage, pole building. $890/month, $890/deposit. Ed Zaagman 1-616-455-2220. For Sale Haven is in urgent need of HAY DONATIONS. We will come pick it up, clean out your barn of old hay (Any type ofhay that isn't moldy). E.A.R.T.H. 501(c)3 is a non-profit organization. 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Remodel/NewConstruction Jennifer NeeL (616) 889-1340 1039 f ourth Ave, tahc Od essa, Ml — Inside Thompson Interiors �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Saturday. May 17, 2008 — Page 11 w X.W ,w "N M l(k" k lk" SN& S%N Sb&?* S JSk.. SJS.. JSk ^*C*S ^.*C*S .WC%S hj *S2J uni 2® twin Matt HI W IWR«tet VK km taw© Jfe| *kWft HirtlKKKIB IUU jt r® Ha m s»«a ■ Mpftattn Iflmlltijrtft CPU) Mate iSEjti ItahW* n teiai ■®&( W*1® rii EMS, continued from previous page same amount on the ballot, I think it will be a tough sell,” think we'll have a better he said. chance of generating support “I think more than J mill and this passing,” said would be a tough sell,” said Crothers. Crothers. Crothers also noted that “Nobody has the money to while an operations millage support more,” agreed Coll. for the EMS would “take Wolff asked how long the some of the pressure off’ the ambulance would be able to village and townships and operate without the addition­ allow them to put more funds al millage. toward road repairs et cetera, “It would be a struggle to the municipalities would still get through the end of the make an annual approbation budget year,” said Crothers. to the EMS. “We might get through Wiggins asked if the pro­ this year but there would be posed I-mill levy would big problems next year,” said cover the EMS’s expenses. Cooley. “It would generate about “If the millage is $104,000,” said Crothers, approved, how long do you noting, “We’re going to have project it would last before to increase wages if we’re you have to come back and going to attract enough peo­ ask for more?” asked Wolff. ple to staffthe EMS 24 hours “We may put a time a day, seven days a week... restriction on it like the Costs go up, fuel goes up, equipment renewals — every but we’re going to have to four years,” said Wilson. hire some more full-time “What will happen if the people. Right now, Tina millage passes in one town­ (EMS Director Tina Fein) is ship and not the other?” filling a lot of slots, but she asked Castleton-Maple can’t continue to do that.” Grove -Nashville Fire Chief Fein added that new stale Bill Wilson. mandates such as electronic “It would be a big prob­ billing, which have to be in lem,” said Crothers. “It’s a place by October, are putting risk. I don’t know.” a financial strain on the “If you’re going to ask for EMS. a millage. 1 think you should “It will cost $6,000 for have a business plan — computers but that’s not make projections regarding including the software and increased wages, F1CA. training,” she said. “This is unemployment, fuel costs,” being forced on us. We real­ said Bill Wilson. “We have a ly need the millage.” pretty good idea how much Wiggins asked the board if these things are going to the 1 mill they were contem­ cost; but I’d like to see pro­ plating would be enough to jections put together so we cover expenses in coming can educate people who years. don’t work with them (EMS “If you’re1 going to short­ personnel) and have to dig sheet this on the front end into their pockets for a mill­ with I mill and the equip­ age. ment millages in place and “As a farmer, when you then you plan to come back want to plant corn and you in one year and ask for more, go to the bank for money, 1 think you need to tell peo­ they're going to want to see a ple that up front. If you have business plan, how much to come back in another year you are going to need,” he and ask for another mill, 1 said. 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Castleton Township Trustee Dave DeMond agreed with Bill Wilson, say­ ing that he would like to see a two- to three-year business plan for the EMS. “It is the proper way to show people that you mean business ifyou want to make this thing fly,” said Bill Wilson. “All the numbers are out there; you just need to plug them in and make some projections and get them out there. You won’t get any­ thing if you sit on your hands.” “We all agree that we need the service, but to be quite frank,, there’s not a lot of people here tonight, and we need to make sure that peo­ ple put the check in the right box when it’s time to vole. They need to know the back­ ground, the mission, the options,” said Bud Semrau, who was in the audience and offered to create a PowerPoint presentation and take it around to restaurants and meetings in the village and townships. “People need more information.” “This really is a life or death situation with the ambulance service” said Wiggins. “If I’m down and I need the service, it’s not all dollars and cents, and without the service, there will be nobody here'. “It’s also an emotional issue, and you have to make the public understand what will happen if they vote this down,” he continued. “If there is no service, there is no one to call, and you’ll have to wait 30 minutes for someone to come from out of town. “If people vole against this like they do the school mill­ age, thej' need to know the ramifications of not having an ambulance service,” con­ cluded Wiggins. Bill Wilson suggested using the media to disperse information about the mill­ age. “Call Channel 8, call the newspaper, use them as a friend,” he said. “Sometimes the newspaper can be your worst enemy, sometimes they can be your best friend — but we need them. Let’s go on the offensive, call the television and radio stations and the newspaper and get the information out there and take this thing forward.” Crothers said he believed it would be possible to come up with a business plan for the EMS. “But, it t may not mean too much in one or two years,” he said. “We have to work with the funds we have, and if we do get the millage, we’ll still have to be frugal and try to do as much as we can with the funds we have.” Reese suggested that when the townships present the bond issue to the public it may be best to talk in terms of what the millage would mean, in dollars and cents, to the individual taxpayer. Castleton Township Deputy Clerk Cheryl Hartwell asked if the town­ ships would have enough time before the August elec­ tion to educate the public about the need to support all three millage proposals to ensure continued fire and ambulance service for the community. “A lot of education needs to be done. People need to know where there money is going,” she said. “You need to decide what you need and how much money you’ll need to cover the expenses.” “You need to get out there and talk to people. Let them know how much it will cost and what will happen if it doesn’t pass,” said Wolff. Nashville Village Council Trustee Mike Kenyon said that it is also important that people in the community are educated as to why the EMS does certain things the way they do. “They need to know why the staff takes the ambulance to restaurants and the store and leaves it running.” he said. “They may not always agree with us, but they need to know it is imperative the service be saved. “We have to clear up mis­ conceptions,” he said. “We don’t want people to vote no and then find out after the fact that they should have voted yes. We need aggres- sive education.” Bill Wilson noted that when two EMS personnel went out on a run earlier in the evening they were responding to a call in Lake Odessa where the Lakewood Ambulance Service recently closed its doors due to lack of funding. Crothers said that even though the August election date didn’t leave much time to educate the public, it was better than waiting for the November ballot. He said that ifthe millage didn't pass in August they could try again in November. However, if it failed on the November ballot, they would have to wait until February to put it before the voters again. “I think each township should ask for a dedicated one mill for ambulance oper­ ations." he repeated. At the end of the meeting, the general consensus among EMS and township board members was that an opera­ tional millage was needed and should be pul before vot­ ers in the August primary election. In order to meet the May 27 deadline to put a proposal on the August ballot the Castleton Township Board will hold a special meeting 7 p.m. Monday, May 19, at the Castleton Township Hall to discuss how much millage to request and ballot language for an August election. Maple Grove Township had not set a date for a spe­ cial meeting at press time. r Open House « Zlflt Vermontville Fire & EMS Is holding an Open House on \ May 22 from5-7pm i 125 W. 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"Innovation is our most valuable asset" tanks Hued hers Propane fill Station �Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, May 17,2008 — Page 12 Vermontville approves facade grant application which they installed last lage council: • Heard from a report from year. • Approved accepting a Gene Fisher, president ofthe Vermontville Maple Syrup bid of $3,571 for repair Festival Association. Fisher valves at two of the village stations from gave a report on the festival, lift which was held during the HydroDynamics. last full weekend in April. Vermontville Department of He said everything went well Public Works (DPW) Street and although attendance was Administrator Monte O’Dell down, syrup sales were recommended accepting the good. Members ofthe coun­ bid from HydroDynamics cil expressed concerns of instead of one from T. H. need for a second ticket Eifert for $3,886 because the booth and not enough “little last valve repair done by HydroDynamics was “well kids’” rides. • Heard a report from done.” • Received two bids for Village Council President Doug Kelsey that in addition digital mapping of the vil­ to applying for the facade lage of Vermontville: Fleis Vandenbrink for funding, the grant committee and and Wilcox is looking at a 50/50 grant $12,100 for work on Third and West Professionals for $7,200. streets and a new water Trustee Gary Patrick moved to accept the Wilcox bid and tower. • Unanimously approved a to check the budget and motion to pay only half of bring back recommendation These are artists’ renderings of how the five businesses in downtown Vermontville the retainage requested by to next meeting. The motion will look after improvements paid for in part by a facade improvement grant offered Meade Bothers and hold was approved. by the Michigan State Housing Development Authority. • Discussed ayor one-half until the pavement is repaired in front of the Exchange Day, which is with Vermontville Opera House, Caledonia this year. Village officials from Caledonia will tor and Village Clerk Shirley • Discussed the parking of visit Vermontville Harmon and O’Dell as acting semi trailers in the parking Wednesday, May 21, and zoning enforcement officers. lot adjoining village hall, Vermontville officials will • Heard a report from especially in the summer visit Caledonia Tuesday, Harmon that the medical which might ruin the pave­ June 17. insurance increased by 12.7 ment. Trustee Mark • Tabled the first reading percent or about $310 per Jorgensen stated that the of Chapter 58 until next month for June 1, 2008, to Streets, Drains and month because no one had a May 31, 2009. The matter Sidewalks Committee is copy and the clerk’s copy was refereed to employee looking into getting a sign committee. was locked in a drawer. prohibiting semi-truck park­ • Unanimously approved •Set community-wide ing there. the re-appointment of garage sales Friday, May 22, O’Dell as street administra­ through Sunday, May 24. Last week during its regu­ lar May meeting, the Vermontville Village Council held a public hearing and later voted unanimously to approve the village’s applica­ tion for the facade improve­ ment grant offered by the Michigan State Housing Development Auth-ority (MSHDA). The project will involve the improvement of six building facades within the downtown business district and is proposed to be com­ pleted with $59,750 of Community Development Block Grant funds adminis­ tered through MSHDA, $23,250 in village matching funds, and $36,500 in match­ ing funds from participating businesses. 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M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 136-No. 22, May 31, 2008 Maple Valley High School recognizes the Class of 2008 by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Family and friends gath­ ered at Maple Valley High School to watch, cheer and remember as the Class of 2008 received diplomas. Graduates dressed in their blue and white caps and gowns the graduates entered and took their seats to the familiar strains of Elgar’s “Pomp and Circumstance” played by the Maple Valley High School Band. After a brief welcome from Maple . Valley Superintendent of Schools Kim Kramer, representa­ tives from the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation (MVMSF) including Allison Avery, Brian Benedict, Susie Butler and Rose Heaton, presented the 2008 MVMSF scholar­ ships to graduates and alum­ ni. Following the scholarship presentation, class Salutatorian Lauren Pierce gave her address, “Always Changing” a reflective look back at the Class of 2008’s years together in Maple Valley schools and a look toward the future. “Take a look back at your school years and tell me what you see,” she began. “Are you friends with the same people you were in middle school? Have you accomplished what you’ve wanted to yet—like being the toughest kid on the play­ ground or the smartest kid in school? Some of us could answer ‘yes,’ but many of us probably not. Our class is always changing, it’s what makes us unique...” Pierce talked about how students from the two com­ munities of Nashville and Vermontville have bonded to become the Class of 2008 and how they are now facing the “scariest of all” changes — entrance into the world of college tuition and bills to Retiring Maple Valley High School history teacher John Hughes gives the keynote SeeGffADl/AT/0N,pa^2 address. Nashville Village Council discusses dam removal options again Orvin Moore, a representa­ tive, and Coordinator Jim Marshall of the nonprofit Potawatomi Resource, Conservation and Development Council (PRCDC), made a presenta­ tion to the Nashville Village Council during its May meet­ ing Thursday evening. According to Moore and Marshall, the organization’s basic concept is that people can improve their communi­ ties and quality of life through sustainable econom­ ic development, conserva­ tion and the protection of natural resources in their area. Marshall offered the serv- ices of his organization to help the council assess issues regarding the dam on the Thomapple River, located behind Good Time Pizza. In recent years, concern has increased regarding the integrity and maintenance of the dam which once served as a mill but has fallen into disrepair in recent years. In March, Chris Freiburger of Charlotte, a biologist in the habitat man­ agement unit of the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) fisheries division, volunteered his services and expertise to the village should the council wish to pursue removal of the dam. It was at that meet­ ing that Moore said his organization might be able to assist with the repair and maintenance of the dam. Thursday evening, Marshall told the council that his organization has no vest­ ed interest in whether the vil­ lage decides to remove or preserve the dam. “We don’t drive the bus. We may provide the fuel, wash the windows or put air in the tires, but the village does the driving,” he said, noting that there were sever­ al options worth exploring. “A DNR proposal to remove the dam is currently on the table. The council must be prepared to accept or reject that offer by September of this year,” said Moore. “You need to gain all the informa­ tion and be aware of all the options out there. We can help you through that process.” After a brief discussion, Marshall said he could see at least five options regarding the dam: Removal, repair, dredging, air flow or simply doing nothing. He added that along with helping the coun­ cil get information about what options are available at what cost and their long-term outcomes, the PRCDC also would be willing to help the village find funding. Townships to ask tor millage renewal and levy to supportemergency services by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer When voters in both Castleton and Maple Grove townships go to the polls in August, they will be asked to approve a 1-mill levy ($1 per $1,000 taxable value) for five years to cover operating expenses for the CastletonMaple Grove-Nashville Emergency Medical Service (EMS). The millage would raise an estimated $62,726 during the first year it is levied. Voters in each township also will be asked to renew levies to support the equip­ ment funds for the EMS and the Castleton-Maple Grove-Nashville Fire Department; however the wording and the amount will be different for each p. township. Maple Grove Township Supervisor Rod Crothers said that his township’s board has decided to ask its voters to renew the 1-mill levy it passed in 2004 which supports the equip­ ment fund for both the fire department and the EMS. In Castleton Township, officials have decided to keep the levies split, one for the EMS and one for the fire department and decrease the amount of the levy they are asking to be renewed. For the fire department, Castleton Township voters under willl be asked uner Proposal 2 to a renew the ,75-mill levy for the fire currently department,, rolled back to .7183 mills (72 cents per $1,000 tax­ able value) at .5 mills (50 cents per $1,000 taxable value) for four years for fire department housing and equipment. Under Proposal 3 Castleton Township voters will be asked to approve .2 mill renewal (20 cents per $1,000 of taxable value) for EMS housing and equip­ ment for four years. The levy would be a decrease from the .25 mills approved by voters in 2004, currently rolled back to .2393 or 24 cents per $1,000 of taxable value. In August, voters in Castleton Township also will be asked to determine a three-way race for two trustee seats on the township board. Incumbent Icube Dave DeMond will not seek re-election, and trustee Jerry Reese will attempt to hold off new­ comers Larry Filter and Mike Trahan. Incumbent Castleton Township Clerk Loma Wilson is running unopposed, and Castleton Township deputy treasurer is running for the supervi­ sor’s post currently held by Jud Cooley, who will not seek re-election. In Maple Grove Township, Crothers, Township Clerk Susie Butler and trustees Ginger Cole, Jim Heyboer, and Doug Westendorp all are running unopposed. In Vermontville See MILLAGE, page 9 “There are a lot of resources out there, but we are looking at a long process, and getting a project like this done will take a lot of peo­ ple,” said Marshall. “Writing grants and securing funding takes a lot of time and a lot of eyes and perspectives.” He added that as a nonprof­ it organization, PRCDC is able to apply for funding from private sources not available to the village on its own. Joanne Barnard, director of the Barry Conservation District, was in the audience and agreed with Marshall and Moore that between now and September a sub-com­ mittee should be established to formulate questions and get answers to those ques­ tions. Barnard offered assis­ tance from the conservation district. President Pro-Tern Mike Kenyon, who chaired the council meeting in the absence of Village President Frank Dunham, suggested that a committee of three council members and four citizens be appointed and begin meeting in the near future with representatives from the PRCDC and the conservation district to investigate options regarding See COUNCIL, page 9 Time for candidates to petition for seats Residents of Vermontville and Nashville who are inter­ ested in running for a seat on the village council in their respective community in the Nov. 4 election have until Tuesday, Aug. 12, to file a petition with the county clerk. Those wishing to run for a seat on the Vermontville Village Council may pick up a petition at the village office, and submit it to the Eaton County Clerk’s office in Charlotte. Available seats include: the See ELECTION, page 9 In This Issue • Jones Country Store marks 25th anniversary in historic landmark • Building trades students learn skills • Fuller students earn pizza party • Lions have record-setting day at D3 MITCA Meet • Lion baseball wins its final two . regular season games �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, May 31,2008 — Page 2 GRADUATION, continued from page 1 tional lives of the Class of 2008 with his speech, “The History of the Class of 2008. He reminded his fellow grad­ uates about junior high field trips including Cedar Point, bowling, the IMAX Theater, and trips to McDonald’s where they would, “dare each other to consume the terrible concoctions we had come up with by mixing anything we could find together in a Mickey D’s cup,” the band getting top rankings at festi­ vals, a trip to the Summit, the Lugnuts game, Olympic day, and many homecoming assemblies. Benedict recalled that their freshman year added a new science term to their vocabularies—microburst. “We watched on TV as they showed from a chopper view all of the destruction that this so-called ‘microburst’ had brought on our track and high school. We had to adjust that year by going to different classrooms when we had a teacher whose room was destroyed,” Benedict reminded the audi­ ence. The sophomore year for the Class of 2008 was the last year ofbeing underclass­ men, he noted “The choir received Class Salutatorian Lauren Pierce speaks to her fellow "ones" for the first time at graduates festival. By this time, most of us had obtained our licenses and were now driv­ ing to school. This also meant that most of us found out what the orange sticker that you could barely peel off your windshield meant—pay or get towed!” Benedict said that their junior year meant they were no longer underclassmen. “We could finally be involved in powder-puff football (during which we beat the senior class), as well as donkey basketball and Powerball, which didn’t turn out quite as well,” he said. The choir also received "ones" again at festival. “As juniors, it was our pay, finding jobs and starting families. She thanked the parents and family members of all of her classmates who “have impacted our lives in ways that we could never imag­ ine,” as well as the teachers and staff. “Success is the next big step we must conquer,” added Pierce, “..the choices we make will impact our future... It’s time for our true success to show and prove to the world that we, small-town graduates, can make a differ­ ence.” Pierce cajoled her fellow graduates to savor the mem­ ories of their years in Maple Valley... “with your experi­ ences, always remember those that got you where you are today.” After Chris Loveall sang “I’m Not Gonna Cry,” Senior Class President Daniel Benedict reminisced about key moments in the educa- responsibility to host prom which turned out to be a blast, as it was located on a boat A big ‘thank you’ also to our class advisors for the first and very successful after-prom party. Junior year was also a time when we watched a lot of our friends graduate and realized it would be only a short year until it was our turn.” “We had finally made it to the last year of our high school. There was no more divisiveness as this was our last year together,” said Benedict ‘It felt good to be at the top ofthe school, but it was also kind of weird... I hope that we can look back on these memories and smile as we grow older...” In her address “Color Us Ready,” Co-Valedictorian Emily Eldred likened the Maple Valley Superintendent Kim Kramer welcomes Class of 2008 ’s growing the graduates and their family and friends to the gradu­ process and education to learning how to color. She ation ceremony. talked about how in second “High school has taught us them. And I wish everyone grade she was taught to to think on our own and to be the best of luck,” she added. color, carefully covering all Next Co-Valedictorian independent. We are finally the lines, but as she and her ready to take on the world, Meagan VanEngen gave her fellow classmates grew, they because we are capable of developed their own styles of making our own decisions. coloring—and living. 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Whether grade, and in our senior year, our choices take us to the we were finally able to color White House, fame, the fac­ the pictures the way we want­ tory, or even unfortunately ed to, with no limitations. prison, we are ready to make 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 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 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG Wed. 5:30 p.m.............................. Family 6:00-7:15 .......................... Pioneer Club Sun: 9:00.................................. Sunday 10: 00 Church 11: 00 Fellowship GRACE COMMUNITY 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 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 PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRESHAM 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. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday . . KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Services 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages .. .10:30 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 MAPLE GROVE ppeBrIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road ool (1/2 mile East ofM-66, nrice 5 ml. south ofNashville) PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship .............. 8:30 a.m Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 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. Service................................... 11 P.M. Service.................................... 7 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............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School............... 11:15 a.m. PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 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 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 NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH SOUTH KALAMO 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 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK 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 .. .6:30 p.m. AWANA................ 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies: United Methodist Women: 2nd Tues. 06652379 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, May 31, 2008 — Page 3 Jones Country Store marks 25th anniversary in historic landmark by Sandra Ponsetto Bible stories. StaffWriter Juanita and Bruce Jones For 161 years, a small both hail from Battle Creek business of one type or and were married in 1965. another has been located at The couple has lived in 2927 W. Vermontville Charlotte for 43 years and Highway in Charlotte. For has two grown children, Jill the past 25 years, 365 days a and Luke Jones, and one year from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. grandson, Preston Scott. and Sundays from 9 a.m. to Bruce served in the Navy 11 p.m., the store has been four years and three years in owned and operated by the Army and worked for Juanita and Bruce Jones, General Motors for 25. He known affectionately by and Juanita farmed for 38 everyone in the community years, raising beef cattle for as Mr. and Mrs. Jones. 31, and growing their own From 2 to 8 p.m. on hay and com as well. Juanita Tuesday, June 10, the couple also worked at Owens 01 for will mark the 25th anniver­ three years during the 1970s sary of Jones Country Store and cleaned 15 homes before with a special celebration. buying the store. They will be door prizes and “Ifit wasn’t for Mr. Jones, cake, and Lulu Bell the I wouldn’t have the store,” Clown will be on hand to said Juanita. “ ‘I got the entertain children of ages farm, and you and the kids with balloon animals and have the store,’ he says.” Juanita and Bruce Jones, owners of Jones Country Store, are celebrating 25 years of businesses in rural Eaton County. Juanita said she worked for the previous owners, Bob and Judy Ferguson for two and half years before she bought the store from them in 1983. “They offered a job to me and I accepted, and I loved what I was doing. Then they offered to sell me the store when they were looking to get out of the business, and I asked my husband and we worked it out, and that’s how I got the store,” said Juanita. “You’ve got to love it to do what I do. I put in a lot of 17­ hour days. What keeps me going is love for the people and love for the business. I care. “The bottom line is you got to love it, you’ve got to care or it’s just not going to work,” she said. She fondly remembers her early days in business when their neighbor Dade Schutz would stop by the store with a horse-drawn wagon or stage coach and donkeys and say, “Come on Mrs. Jones, let’s go for a ride!” and she’d hop in and go for jaunt. Juanita said that what excites her the most is when people she hasn’t seen in years, or those who used to come in as children, visit the store. “They remember coming in when they were small, some of them 40 or 50 years ago, and it thrills my soul to be a part oftheir life. Some of the old-timers still refer to the store as Podunk Morell Grocery,” she said, adding. “And, when people have parties or get-togethers, Jones Country Store is a part of that.” Jones Country Store car­ ries Schwann’s ice cream, and other products as well as “essentials and party good­ ies,” noted Juanita. Juanita said a lot of area children like to stop in to see her “pups,” four 4-year-old Juanita Jones stands in front of Jones Country Store east of Vermontville. This 1895 photo shows owner Samuel Morrell and his family in front of the store that was then called The Little Axe. who have been with me. And of course my husband, Bruce, my son, Luke, and my daughter, Jill, and my sisters, Marty Force and Bev Lower, who have helped out in one way or another.” Juanita added that she also owes her success to her cus­ tomers and their families for their support and also prayer and church work. “I go to Liberty Church of Charlotte United Pentecostal Church, a daughter of Liberty Church of Grand Ledge, led by Pastor Douglas Stephens,” she said. “Pastor John Colegrove of Liberty Church of Charlotte is totally awesome; God sent him and his family to Charlotte. “Through prayer and fast­ ing God himself helped me in this business,” she added. “That’s exactly why I’ve Starlite www.StarliteKitchens.com/promotion Kitchens & Baths Cabinetry for nearly all budgets! Free house call & estimate! 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IM । Mn MO Come & help us congratulate Bemie on 30 years in the electrical contracting business. �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, May 31,2008 - Page 4 Building trades students learn many skills No job is too complex for the students of Maple Valley High School’s building trades class. A team of 14 students and 11-year vocational trades instructor Jeff Seavolt have constructed everything from mini-storage sheds around the school district, the school dis­ trict’s board room, a press box at Fuller Street School, a Habitat house in Nashville, a spec house in Nashville (in cooperation with local builder and real estate agent Jerry Reese) and re-modeled a home for community mem­ ber. Students also have assem­ bled an outdoor batting cage and constructed a press box at Maplewood School in Vermontville. A project that began in December involves refurbishing the building trades classroom at the high school. Projects are recommended by Seavolt based on their educational value for the pro­ gram and its students, who continue to look for them first within the community. During this 2-1/2-hour class, Seavolt teaches the skills necessary both in the classroom and on-site, where he leads by example through reviewing and demonstrat- tures a handicap-accessible ing. "Students just need to sup­ bathroom, officials’ changing ply a good attitude, willing­ room, concessions stand and ness to learn, and a standard maintenance area. The sec­ framing pouch," Seavolt ond story of the structure is commented when asked set up for videotaping and about requirements for the record-keeping. "All students participated class. Students also have to have in framing, setting poles, a minimum of a Shop I pre­ roofing, soffit and fascia, requisite and have to be at steel siding, and also gained least a sophomore to be part experience in setting doors and windows, constructing of the building trades class. Students may remain in handrails and stairs. Several this curriculum for a total of of the students were able to three years and may consec­ participate in concrete/flat utively enroll in a post-sec­ work as well," said Seavolt ondary program such as "Kids love doing hands-on those offered through projects, and typically excel Lansing Community in this class because the struc­ College. Some of those ture is unique. Students are up courses involve construction and moving around, and are management, heating and able to make decisions, as cooling, plumbing, electrical well as mistakes. "They develop life-long and other programs that fit skills through this program. into the building trades area. "I encourage my students Someday, most of them will to dual-enroll in a college be homeowners, and success­ program while in high school ful at maintaining their because they can feasibly investment," he added. "The finish their high school ven­ projects give students a sound ture with sometimes a full beginning and serve as a year of college credit in," he strong basis for all other vocational trades and will said. One ofthe classes’ current help them with any career projects is constructing a they decide to go into. They 240-square-foot, two-story use math and communication baseball press box at skills and learn how to work Maplewood School that fea­ in teams, estimate, layout and Maple Valley High School building trades students work on framing. negotiate with each other." Framing materials (loft lumber) for this project were donated through Michigan State University. Remaining building materials and funds were donated through vari­ ous community members, baseball and the school dis­ trict’s athletic boosters. Seavolt says he would like to get out and build more houses in the community. If it were up to him, Seavolt said he would build a Habitat for Humanity house each year. "This is a great opportuni­ ty for students and our com­ munity to come together," he added. Class offered for future home-owners Jonathan David Peebles NASHVILLE - Jonathan David Peebles, age 27, of Nashville, passed away May 27, 2008 after a long fight with cancer at his home sur­ rounded by his family. Jonathan was born October 19, 1980 to Dwight and Sheila Peebles in Chicago, Ill. Jonathan attended Maple Valley Schools and worked several jobs after school. Most recently, he was a truck driver and driving was a true passion of his. Jonathan loved listening to music, playing video games, fishing, riding motorcycles, and spending time with his friends. He was a tremen- dous friend that would go to great lengths to help anyone he could. He lived life pas­ sionately and made many friends in his travels. Jonathan will be immensely missed and always loved by the many lives he touched. Jonathan is survived by his parents; brother, Dwight Jr.; and niece, Elizabecca; his grandparents, Ken and Nancy Peebles of Grand Rapids; two uncles and aunts with their extended family living in Michigan; six uncles and aunts with extended families in Indiana, Tennessee, and Florida. Jonathan will be greeted in Housing Services for Eaton County will hold a pre-home-ownership class Saturday, June 21, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the com­ munity room ofthe Goodwill Building at 350 Lansing heaven by his grandparents, Road, Charlotte. A certificate will be Loyd and Grace Morgan, formerly of Geneva, Florida. awarded to participants who A visitation and memorial will be held for his many friends and family on June 8, 2008 at the family home Dr. Nathan Hahn, son of from 3 to 5 p.m. Maple Valley Jonathan’s family would formerr Education like to extend a very special Alternative A thanks to the Battle Creek teacher Rose Hahn and her Cancer Center - Dr. Smiley husband Elwin Hahn, and the and his staff, Dr. Barnett and grandson of Muri and Mary his staff in Lake Odessa, and Hammond of Battle Creek, the Barry Community formerly Vermontville, was Hospice for the special care recently awarded a medical and comfort they provided degree from University of Michigan. Jonathan and his family. Arrangements entrusted to Daniels Funeral Home. successfully complete the workshop. Additionally, participants will be notified if they qualify for additional program components such as credit repair, a Michigan State Housing Development Authority mortgage, down­ payment assistance, home inspection expenses, and home maintenance classes. This workshop is free to the general public, but pre­ registration is required. Participants may bring a sack lunch or dine out. No child care will be provided. Call 517-541-1180 to reg­ ister by June 18. Hahn graduates from U of M med school Hahn received his diploma and took the Hippocratic oath during commencement and hooding ceremonies held May 9 at Hill Auditorium in Ann Arbor. Hahn graduated from Pennfield High School and the Battle Creek Area Mathematics and Science Center. He received a bache- lor’s degree in biology from Hope College in 2004 before enrolling at the University of Michigan. Hahn will begin his resi­ dency in anesthesiology at New York PresbyterianWeill Cornell Medical Center in New York starting July 1. MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED 2008-2009 BUDGET PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on June 9, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. at the Administration Office Board Room, the Board of Education of Maple Valley Schools will hold a pub­ lic hearing to consider the district’s proposed 2008-2009 budget. The Board may not adopt its proposed 2008-2009 budget until after the public hearing. A copy of the proposed 2008-2009 budget is available for public inspection during normal business hours at the District Administration Office, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, ML The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the pro­ posed budget will be a subject of this hearing. This notice is given by order of the Board of Education. 06673039 Andrea Montgomery, Secretary. Nathan Hahn (center) flanked by his parents, Elwin and Rose Hahn, displays his medical degree from the University of Michigan. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, May 31,2008 — Page 5 GRADUATION, continued from page 2 address entitled, “Farewell,” in which she used the letters of that word to spell out their memories of the Class of 2008: Friends, Accomplishments, Routines, Experiences, Wonderful field trips, Excellent teach­ ers, Lockers and ending with Legacy. “We’ve left a legacy these past four years at Maple Anthony Corwin receives his diploma Co-Valedictorian Meagan VanEngen spells out the meaning of “Farewell.” Valley. Some of us have been known as the class clown, the friendliest, the fastest runner, or the hardest hitter. But what about after high school? What will your life’s legacy be?” she asked and then quoted Proverbs 22:1. ‘“A good name is worth more than riches, to be esteemed is better than silver or gold.’ To me, that means living a life of good morals and honorable intentions is more pleasing in God’s eyes than money or riches... So what are you going to leave on this earth for people to remember you by? Will it be toys and money, or will it be good character, a love for one another and a love of the One you serve?” Galena Simians sang “Lessons Learned” before keynote speaker John Hughes spoke to the gradu­ ates about “Milestones.” Finally, after a the band played “Come Sail Away” and the Maple Valley Senior Choir sang “Love Can Move Mountains,” the senior class was presented and awarded their diplomas. Members of the Maple Valley High School Class of 2008 are: Nakomia Chasity Andler, Sergio Bao Garcia, Eva Bedrichova, Daniel Brian Benedict, Mercedes Nichole Bernheisel, Krittapat “Aun” Boonruk, Brittanie Brady, Jessika Rhae Brinkman, Markelle Kayann Brumm, Christopher Caldwell, Amber Lynn Cantrell, Yi Lam Cheung, Yuen-Ching “Phoebe” Cheung, Danielle Pearl Christensen, Emily Brooke Clark, Jessica Mae Clark, Aaron Cohoon, Adam Cook, Anthony John Corwin, Tyler Scot Corwin, James L. Cramer, Jennifer Lynn Curtis, Taylor Mae Cushing, Marsha Daberkow, Austin Earl, Raechel Eckelbecker, Emily Ione Eldred, Sarah Christine Ellison, Ashlin Paige Finn, David Lee Finn Jr., Jessica Rae Fletcher, Cody Flowers, Tosha Foreman, Austin French, Kendra Frost, Michael P. Fueri, Jacob Ross Furlong, Brittney Nicole Gardner, Kylie Gardner, Allen Garrett, Terran Nichole Geethings, Ashley Nicole Gonser, Roxie MMae Co-Valedictorian Emily Eldred talks about how her class grew into unique individuals in her speech “Color Us Ready.” Segment I $285 June 12 - June 27 July 7 - July 22 Segment II $40 July 7 - July 9 (Morning) July 7 - July 9 (Evening) FREE Parent Meeting June 7 @ 9am Check us out on the Web! www.greenlightdriving.net We partner with parents for SAFE teen drivers!! GREEN LIGHT DRIVING SCHOOL llc 517-852-0000 • 301 N. Main (M-66), Nashville These four graduates turn in their seats to listen to the band play “Come Sail Away.” Gonzalez, Emily Gould, Sven Grundmann, Nathan Andrew Hale, Robert Hamel, Matthew Alan Hamilton, Tabitha Harwood, Jorden Marie Hewlett, Christin Hoffman, Justin Hoffman, Zebulon Holton, Meghan Howard, Mara Anne Hughes, Nicholas Carl Hulsebos, Samantha Jo Joseph, Karissa Lynn Kellogg, Derrick Kempf, Scott Michael Kersjes, Serhat Cem Kofteci, Matt Konopinski, Man Gee “Gigi” Lai), Bonnie Lynn Laymance, Tim Leavell, Ryan Thomas Lennox, Quentin James Lesage, Chris Loveall sings “i’m Not Going to Cry” which Christopher J. Loveall, Ijlal earned him a standing ovation from his fellow graduates Hyder Malik, Rachel Mater, and the audience. Deven Meade, Natasha Marie Misiewicz, Victor­ Montenegro, Kayla Napier, Nicholas Nisse, Joshua Cole Norton, Natasha Nicole Olin, Dustyn Olmstead, Chelsey Lynn Parish, Ashley Lynne Phenix, Lauren Nichol Pierce, Heather Lynn Primm, Della Quantrell, Kenneth Norman Quick, Kayla Jeanne Redfield, Kreshel Elizabeth Reid, Aaron Remus, Chad Rhodes, Tory Roberts, Arron M. Root, Kaleb Dean Root, Barry Roscoe Jr., Joshua Michael Sams, Dorothea Sawon, Ryan E. Schroder, Jillian Lona Simmons, Adam J. Smith, Jared Smith, Ron Smith, John Michael Snyder, Jordan Snyder, Chantel Marie Soto, Joshua Dale Stafford, Britiney A. Senior Class President Daniel Benedict gives ‘The Stambaugh, Kory Daniel Starks, Jonathon Michael Stevens, Hiu-Ting Suen, Tefft, David Tyler Terpening, Cameron Thompson, Nitimas Tidboonlomkij, Amy Tobias, Meagan Johanna VanEngen, Randi Ley Ann Louise Vinson, Kathleen Susan Welch, Johannes Wiedemann, Jedidiah Israel Wieland, San-Ting “Nadia” Wong, Charles Wymer Jr., and Moriah Elisabeth Young. History of the Class of 2008. 226 N. Main • Nashville 517-852-1757 Full-Service Hair, Nail & Tanning Salon MsId Street Mod Jtatte <_Alai(? Special Full set $25 Open houses, weddings, reunions Hove your nails ready!! Call Michelle Snowden for your Appointment Today Hours: Tue. 9-5; Sat. 9-? Stylists Cheryl Pierce & Angie Salyer 8 i Hours: Mon. 9-2, Tues.-Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-12 Early morning & evening tanning available �Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, May 31, 2008 — Page 6 Fuller kindergarten students earn pizza party Earlier this month, kinder­ garten students from Linda Gaber. Mary Brehm. Kelly Gardner and Andrew Peabody’s classrooms at Fuller Street Elementary School earned the opportuni­ ty to go to a very special pizza party. This party revolved around learning how to read words. Yes, reading in kindergarten. Students needed to learn letters and “wicky sticks” are some of the ways the chil­ dren are able to learn these words. Students, parents, teachers and others people are respon­ sible for the children attaining this hefty goal. Learning these sight words is very important, say the teachers. The more words mastered, the quicker and better chil­ dren will be able to learn. and master a minimum of 80 out of the 92 sight words in order to earn a trip to the pizza parly Ninety-two sight words are introduced in kinder­ garten. Teachers choose three or four to “study” for the week. These words are worked on throughout the week in a variety ofmethods. Flash cards, sand writing, smelly markers, magnetic These Fuller Street Elementary kindergarten students earned a pizza party for learning sight words (front row, from left) Logan Boldrey, Paxton Walden, Cheyenne Brumm, Jonavon Gaiski, Breonna Wilson, Hazi Stephens, Tyler Vorce, (middle) Tannon Williams, Victoria Clark, Emilee Gonser, Ava Robinson, Ryleigh Courter, (back) Connor Barke, Cody Musser, Leah Dennison, Quentin Faynor and Gloria Guernsey. CALL 269-945-9554 any timefor Action-ads! Street Elementary School include (front row, from left) Aly Carter, Josey Terpening, Elizabeth Colyer, Nadeen Gutchess, Colton Gibson, Sydnee Berryhill, (middle) Erin Derusha, Sabrina Grindey, Alison Hartwell, Gabby Wesner, Lauren Haag, (back) Rob Smith, Ashley Fleegle, Kaitlynn Mclntrye, Jenna Weiler and Keegan Fenner-Carpenter. (Not pictured is Payton Bolton) I|VlfI|jFl\Al Iw■b■ IVf AMIL IIhE tV nDtordol CEoctIdotIVo I Fuller Street kindergarten students earning a pizza party for learning 80 or more sight words are (front row, from left) Grant Homier, Aubrey Pintar, Kaycie Schrader, Brooklyn Peters, Aubrie Ross, Eli Nelson, Lexxis Musser, (middle) Blake Joppie, Jaydi Briones, Dalton Hosey, Steven Preston, Caseyjo Hoyle, Collin Thames, Trevor Duffey, (back) Chloe Williams, Jiliann Moore, Heath Flower, Ethan Tabor, Leah Priesman, Emily Iszler and Marah Myers. 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(VL-149) Monday, June 2 Sloppy Joe/Chips. Green beans, fruit cocktail, choc. p. butter bar. Tuesday, June 3 Cook’s Choice. Wednesday, June 4 Cook’s choice. Last day of school. Thursday, June 5 No School. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High Lunch Menu Monday, June2 Popcorn Chicken. Cheesie Potatoes, green beans, apple slices. Mexican Bar. Tuesday, June 3 Cook’s Choice. Wednesday, June 4 Cook’s Choice. *Last Day of School! Thursday, June 5. NO SCHOOL (Teacher Records Day Day) Business owners meeting set The Maple Valley Business Owners Group, which is exploring the possi­ bility of establishing a Downtown Development District (DDA) in Nashville, has scheduled its next meet- ing for 7 a.m. Monday, June 2, at the Castleton Township Hall, 915 Reed Street, Nashville. All . interested business owners and individuals are invited to attend. garden c«gt (FtMiiteithj Hamilton Btadi 'Dtnf Pftw) wr Landscaping ■ free Estimates Just north of Mooville ... Check Out Our Great New Location! 5715 South M-66 517-852-1864 Featured item Prairie Pose Flowering Crab Annie Trees (Fruitless - No Mess!!) Great Selection of: Annuals, Perennials, Trees, Shrubs, Fruit Trees, Soil, Bulk and Bagged Mulches and Stones, Screened & Unscreened TopSoil, Vegetable Plants, Hanging Baskets, Fire Rings ________New June Hours M-F 9am-6pm • Sat. 9am-5pm �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, May 31, 2008 — Page 7 MV student wins Duris Scholarship The John W. Duris Scholarship Award offered by the Charlotte Optimist Club had an inauspicious start some 30 years ago. It began as a wild game dinner ladies night out at the home of Hub Hanley. Two main problems exist­ ed. First, no one thought to bring any wild game, and second, the Mason Optimist Club picked that night for an unannounced visit. Cheese and bologna were the main course for that first dinner. Since then, the annual event has changed venues six times and now serves 275 hungry wild game diners. Two founding members were the original chefs. John Duris died at the young age of 36. Shortly after his death, the scholarship program started and has continued every year. Hub Hanley died recently and the wild game dinner was named in his honor. All of the profits from the sale of tickets for the Hub Hanley Memorial Game Dinner is used to fund the Duris Scholarship Program. A minimum scholarship of $750 is awarded to seniors who are pursuing a vocation­ al education. This year four awards were given, each in the amount of $750. For the first time ever, each of the recipients were OPEN: 7 DAYS A WEEK 24 HOURS EXPRESS nishwueCC Main Nashville, Ml 517-852-0868 733 5. You’re In, You’re Out... i i You're HRUme Grocery Store Pricing With Party Store Convenience! MON. JUNE 2 SALE New enterprise to help girls look to the future WED. JUNE 4 THUR. JUNES HU. JUNE 6 SAT. JUNE 7 2% MILK GALLON $999 Recipients of this year’s John W. Duris Scholarship through the Charlotte Optimist Club are (from left) Joshua Norton, Cody Lauck, Kathryn Page and Brittney Price. Commission COUIIIU students of the EISD pro­ on Aging gram at Lansing Community Schedule College. of Events Awards were given to Joshua Norton of Maple Valley, Cody Lauck ofEaton Barry County Rapids, Kathryn Page of Commission on Aging Charlotte and Brittney Price Menu and Activities of Charlotte. Hearty Menu Norton’s parents are Mark Monday, June 2 and Debra Siple of Zita and chicken, winter Vermontville. Norton said he blend vegetables, com, mixed plans on attending Lansing fruit. Community College next Tuesday, June 3 year. His vocational goals Roast turkey and gravy, include truck driving, diesel mashed potatoes, asparagus, mechanics and heavy equip-banana, wheat blend. ment operator. Norton is also Wednesday, June 4 a member of the Chicken stuffed sand., cauVermontville Volunteer Fire liflower, green peas, apple­ Department. sauce. Thursday, June 5 Baked pollock, rice, Redskin potatoes, green beans, orange juice. Friday, June 6 Bratwurst, sauerkraut, Calif., blend veggies, diced peaches, hot dog buns. A mentoring program that 24th District State Sen. will give young ladies career Patricia Birkholz. The emcee Cold Menu role models will be unveiled will be Norma Jean Acker, Monday, June 2 to the public at a Friday, June Maple Valley Junior Senior Pea and cheese salad, 27, luncheon. High School Language Arts Spanish bean salad, mandarin Mentoring Girls 2 Women Department chair. oranges, wheat bread. The luncheon introducing will provide mentors who will Tuesday, June 3 help girls see opportunities Mentoring Girls 2 Women Hard boiled eggs, com and instead of obstacles and give will be at noon at the com­ tomato salad, pineapple tid­ them motivation for the munity room of Hastings bits, wheat bread. future. The program is spon­ City Bank in Hastings. Wednesday, June 4 Contact Gayle Bachert at sored by Big Brothers Big Turkey and Swiss cheese, Sisters, a Community of Big Brothers Big Sisters, marinated vegetables, mixed 269-945-9545, ext. 153, to fruit, wheat bread. Caring. Speakers scheduled at the make a reservation or for Thursday, June 5 free luncheon include U. S. more information. , Chef salad, tomato salad, Sen. Debbie Stabenow and diced pears, saltine crackers. Friday, June 6 Cheese cubes, broccoli raisin salad, plums, whole wheat crackers. Activities Calendar Monday, June 2: COA Hastings - June Birthday Priority Health is launching their energy and commitment Party; Nashville 5 10:30 a.m.; its Senior Impact Award, to to work for the community. Crafts 10:30 a.m.; Card recognize senior volunteers for Priority Health is partnering Making 12:30 p.m. Delton making a difference in the with United Way Volunteer BP Clinic 11 a.m. H,W,N communities where they live Centers in 22 counties Reminiscence. Tuesday, June 3: Hastings and work. As part of this throughout West Michigan to - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; offer this program. recognition, four volunteers Beg. Line Dance 11 a.m.; An independent group of will receive a $1,000 donation Bocce Ball 10:30 a.m. GL community members will to the charitable nonprofit Cards and Games 10:30 a.m. organization where they vol­ select each nominee. Senior Wednesday, June 4: Impact Award winners will Hastings - Music with Sam; unteer. “We celebrate those sen­ be chosen based on their Nails; Euchre 12:30-2:30 iors who volunteer their time ability to inspire and moti­ p.m. Delton - Mini Massage and energy to improve the vate others and their excep­ 11 a.m.; Reminiscence. community,” said Kimberly tional contributions. Thursday, June 5: Hastings Those interested in being - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; K. Hom, president and CEO of Priority Health, “Through considered for the Senior Beg. Line Dance 11 a.m. Puzzles/Trivia. their commitment, they are Impact Award may visit prior- Delton helping make life just a little ityhealth.com or send an e­ Nashville - TV Time. Friday, June 6: Hastings mail to awards@priorityeasier for all of us.” Exercise 9 a.m.; Mixed Priority Health developed health.com. Nominations must be Media Paint 9:30 a.m.; Bingo the Senior Impact Award to 10 a.m.; Model Railroad. discover and recognize the received by June 16. Woodland - Visiting. ways senior volunteers put TUE. JUNE 3 J C'AULIFORNIA CALIFORNIA potStms STRAWBERRIES $99 2/$E00 5 Lbs. MILLER DRUMS CHUCKWAGON & THIGHS BACON 99* 2/$9OO 3 .. CRYSTAL FARMS CRYSTAL FARMS DELI SLICES ENGLISH MUFFINS PROVOLONE, PEPPER JACK, SWISS 2/SE00 Award recognizes senior volunteers QQC W oz. 12oz IGA KRAFT MACARONI MICROWAVE & CHEESE POPCORN 4/5500 4/$E00 125OZ. SUBWAY CATERS FOR AL OCCASIONS Party Platters Cookie Platters S' - 6' Subs 24 Hour Notice We reserve the right to limited quantities and correct printing errors. None sold to dealers or minors. Some items not always as pictured. Nashville IGA Express Accepts : Mon.-Thur, mm-iopm, FriySat. MM-MidnIght; Sun. 9AM-10PM. Bridge Cards �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, May 31,2008 — Page 8 Fifteen graduate from Maple Valley Alternative Education sented two graduates, Ethan by Sandra Ponsetto Cheeseman and Samantha StaffWriter with Tate Mix Family and friends filled Lee, the gymnasium at Kellogg Memorial Scholarships. The School in Nashville to scholarship was named after applaud the accomplish­ Tate Mix, the late principal ments of the 15 Maple of Maple Valley Alternative Valley Alternative and Adult Education, who is credited Education graduates as they with creating and shaping the marched across the stage to program into the success it is today. receive their diplomas. After the band played Before the ceremony, the Maple Valley/Ionia "America the Beautiful,” the Community Band provided a graduates were given an musical interlude while the opportunity to address . the Then Maple audience watched a presenta­ audience. Alternative tion of the school’s video Valley yearbook, which is created Education teacher Elliot each year by the students Landon presented special academic and achievement themselves. After a brief welcome, awards before the students Maple Valley Alternative were presented with their Education Principal Chris diplomas by Parkinson and Parkinson introduced the Kramer and were congratu­ keynote speaker, Maple lated by their former teachers Valley Superintendent of and members of the Maple Schools Kim Kramer who Valley Board of Education. Receiving diplomas were: spoke to the graduates about B. Cheeseman, courage — past courage and Ethan Nicholas Benjamin Curtis, future courage. "With regard to past Paul M. Dack, Korrie Linn courage... I want to applaud Deland, Nikki Jo Gardner, you for the courage to do Thomas Howard Garfield, Edward something that is not easy to Nicholas do — get a high school Gunderson, Vaughn Robin diploma... the courage to say Kirk, Samantha Nicole Lee, you would go to school Lynn Marie Lentz, Shyanne Mays, Kevin today... the courage to pur­ Danielle sue your goals... the courage Andrew Schantz, Ryan Lee Smith, Tamara S. Smith, and to make decisions. "I also want to talk to you Jack Anthony Wagner. about courage for the After diplomas were pre­ future... to continue what sented and tassels ceremoni­ you have begun... to have ously turned, the graduates the courage to make tough filed out to the strains of decisions... to have the "Pomp and Circumstance," courage to pursue more edu­ to be greeted by friends and cation..." relatives and enjoy a cakeFinally, Kramer exhorted and-punch reception. the students to remember to thank the teachers, staff, Secretary Debbie Baker family and friends who have wipes her eyes as Ethan been there to encourage them Cheeseman leads the pro­ along their paths. cessional into the gym dur­ Dorothy Carpenter and Rose Haeton from the Maple ing the graduation cere­ Valley Memorial mony. Scholarship Foundation preThe Maple Valley/Ionia Community Band (left) provides a musical inter­ lude before the graduation ceremony begins. THE TRAFFIC SCENW Rose Heaton and Dorothy Carpenter present Ethan Cheeseman with a Tate Mix Memorial Scholarship. Maple Valley Superintendent of Schools Kim Kramer addresses the Maple Valley Alternative Education Class of 2008. A Name That You Can Trust Located at the Intersection of M-43 & M-50 Driver Education for students 14 years, 8 months or older COWT-S/Df Payment Plans Available SEGMENT I CLASS SEGMENT II CLASS June 9 - June 26 July 14-31 May 27 - May 29 July 1-3 Come bring a friend and find out that learning to drive can be fun! To obtain a registration, call (517) 566-7229 Instructors Dan Cobb, Phil Smith & Roily Krauss EMBROIDERY <& SCREEN PRINTING TROPHIES • MEDALS ENGRAVING • BANNERS _ vkki x 117 N. MAIN STREET NASHVILLE, AM 49073 517-852-9207 Rose Heaton ’ and Dorothy orot y Carpenter arpenterpresent present Samantha Lee with a Tate Mix Memorial Scholarship. Logo Digitizing - Custom Screen Printing court-side@sbcglobal.net I Owners: Phares <S Lori Courtney �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, May 31,2008 — Page 9 COUNCIL, continued from page 1 the dam. Kenyon and trustees James Dunham and Jack Holden volunteered to sit on the committee. Residents interested injoining the com­ mittee are asked to submit their name in writing to the village office by 5 p.m. Friday, June 6. In other business the vil­ lage council: • Held a public hearing to close the Community Development Block Grant for the sewer project, which totaled $183,495. Of that, $76,980 was grant money and the remaining $106,505 was from village funds. It was noted that no loan money was used to finance the project. • Received an invitation from Barnard, speaking on behalf of the Barry Conservation District, for the entire community to “Meet the Thomapple” from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, June 6. The group will discuss recreation and planning as they canoe or kayak down the river. Lunch at the Walldorff Brewpub and Bistro in Hastings will follow the out­ ing. Anyone interested in attending was encouraged to contact Barnard 269-948­ 8056. Barnard also offered assistance in organizing trips to Diamondale to see the results of that community’s dam-removal project. • Heard from Judy Franklin, director of the Nashville Little League, who expressed concern and deliv­ ered complaint forms regard­ ing the village’s policy ofnot mowing grass less than three inches long. She said volun­ teers had worked hard to groom the baseball dia­ monds last week but the length of the grass is a prob­ lem. Kenyon said the Department of Public Works Committee would investi- gate the complaints and reconsider the policy in regard to baseball diamonds. • Heard an inquiry from resident Gary White regard­ ing work on Brumm Road. Dunham replied that the DPW Committee was cur­ rently looking at three options and would make its recommendation to the coun­ cil during the regular meet­ ing set for 7 p.m. Thursday, June 11. • Took a request from Moore to consider making a $1,000 commitment to the proposed Downtown Development Authority to get the project off the ground. He said the PRCDC would match that $1,000 if the village makes a commit­ ment, and there is a possibil­ ity the county would do the same. Moore’s request was referred to the finance com­ mittee for consideration. • Honored the Nashville Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) request to remove Gregg Gordon from the ZBA due to lack of attendance. • Revised the village’s parks and recreation plan as recommended by the parks and recreation committee. • Tabled the approval of the summer 2008 tax spread until the next meeting due to the lack of a quorum. Five voting members must be present to take action on a budget item, and only four were present. MVMSF awards scholarships to MV graduates for 22nd year Representatives from the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation (MVMSF), now in its 22nd year, awarded $45,000 in scholarship money to alumni and members of the Maple Valley High School class of 2008 during graduation cere­ monies at the school Friday evening. Recipients of un-named scholarships included Daniel Benedict, Mercedes Bemheisel, Markelle Brumm, Anthony Corwin, Jennifer Curtis, Emily Eldred, Ashley Gonser, Nathan Hale, Nicholas Hulsebos, Karissa Kellogg, Ryan Lennox, Lauren Pierce, Kenneth Quick, Adam Smith, Amy Tobias, Jedidiah Wieland and Moriah Young. Receiving 2008 Named MVMSF scholarships were: • Delmar and Thelma Carr A w ard-D a n i e 1 1 e Christensen. • Lloyd J. and Francis H. Eaton Award—Joshua Norton; • Dorothy monds Award -Kreshel Reid and Jacob Furlong. • William and Jarene Fox Family Award-Christopher Earl. • Wayne Fuller Award — Ryan Schroder. • Elizabeth Good Award — Joshua Sams. • Hugh H. Hickok AwardQuentin Lesage. • Alice Keihl Award, Britiney Stambaugh. • Valerie Edmonds Linter Award-Amber Cantrell. • Hinman H. Sackett Award -Kory Starks. • Tate Mix Award-Ethan Cheeseman and Samantha Nicole Lee. Recipeints of the 2008 MVMSF alumni awards were Dorothy Edmonds Continuing Award - Trisha Carney and Mary Jewell; and Kristen Benit, Meghan Gaber, Matthew Gordeneer, Lisa Hamilton, Smantha Hodack and Lucas Knox. Representative of the Potawatomi Resource, Conservation, and Development Council Orvin Moore tells the Nashville Village Council about his organization. MILLAGE, continued from page Township Dean Monroe and incumbent trustee Jack Owens will vie for the super­ visor’s seat curretly held by Russ Laverty, who will not be running for re-election. Incumbent JoeAnn Nehmer will face challenger Marcia Grant in the race for the treausur’s post. Three candi­ dates will vie for two trustee seats, one held by incumbent Brian Moore and the other by Jack Owens who is run- ning for supervisor. Moore will square off in the election against Blair Miller and Gaylord Harvey, Vermontville Township Clerk Sharon Stewart is run­ ning unopposed. Putnam looking for artists and book donations Several spots are open for artists interested in display­ ing their work from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 14, at the Putnam District Library Art Show. The event is being held in conjunction with Nashville's annual car show. During this year of the library's 85th anniversary, the library seeks to spotlight artists of Southwest Michigan — especially Maple Valley. All media are welcome, and student exhibitors are highly encour­ aged. There is no cost to par­ ticipate. More information is available at the library or by visiting www.putnamlibrary.blogspot.com. The library will also host a book sale June 14. Area resi­ dents interested in cleaning out their collections and donating unwanted books to the library are encouraged to do so by Tuesday, June 10. All gently used books are welcome. Any books needed for the library's lending col­ lection will be cataloged. Others will be added to the book sale and the funds used to update the current lending collection. The library kicked off its summer reading program last week. This year's program will serve read-to-me chil­ dren, school-age children, teens and adults. All are wel­ come to participate by stop­ ping by the library and sign­ ing up. Librarian Shauna Swantek said the summer reading pro­ gram is important because it reinforces skills taught dur­ ing the school year, provides activity for youths when they are not in school, fosters citi­ zenship and communitymindedness in the next gen- eration (future shoppers and voters), and gives youths additional support and guidance from trusted adults. The library welcomes financial contributions toward this program. Residents, businesses and organizations interested in supporting the library's pro­ gramming may contact Swantek. Putnam District Library serves the Village of Nashville and Assyria, Castleton and Maple Grove townships. Visitors are always welcome. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday and Wednesday ; 3 to 8 p.m. Tuesday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday; and 9 a.m. to noon Saturday. The library phone number is 517-852-9723. ELECTION, continued from page 1 four-year trusteeships current­ ly held by Tom Williams, Garry Patrick, and Sue Villanueva, and two-year posts held by President Doug Kelsey, Treasurer Kathleen Marsh and Clerk Shirley Harmon. In Nashville, village resi­ dents wishing to run for a seat on the village council may pick up petitions at the village office, collect the required number of signa- tures and submit it to the Barry County Clerk’s office in Hastings. Three trustee seats currently held by Jack Holden, Jim Dunham and Wayne Moore will be on the ballot in November. Maple Valley High School Class of 2008 graduates receiving scholarships from the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation line up after receiving their certificates. Disciples Quartet to perform at Kalamo UMC Kalamo United Methodist Church is planning a "Miracle Sunday" June 8 not only to celebrate its recent growth, but also to plan for the future. The celebration will start with "The Disciples Quartet" performing at both the 9 and 10:30 a.m. worship services. The festivities will contin­ ue with dinner following the second services from approx­ imately noon to 1:30 p.m. The meal will feature baked pota­ toes with all the trimmings, dessert and beverages. For the past 140 years, the Kalamo United Methodist Church has been serving both the spiritual and physical needs of the community. It has been a place to belong, where neighbors have met in faith and friendship. The past three years have seen growth at Kalamo UMC; the congregation has been reenergized with a "can-do" attitude. The church has grown by 10 percent in mem­ bership and attendance each ofthe past three years. Kalamo UMC is located on Ionia Road, 1.5 miles south of M-79. Services are broadcast at 9 a.m. every Sunday on WLCM 1390 AM. For more information, call 517-541-1144. For everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics (269) 945-9554 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, May 31,2008 — Page 10 OIL & * PROPANE W*K•ENT jh M-66 at Village Limits, Nashville 852-9210 HOMETOWN LUMBER & HARDWARE HAKOMUk AHDLER DANIEL BENEDICT EVA BEDRICHOVA SERGIO BAO GARCIA MERCEDES BERNHEISEL BRITTANIE BRADY MARKELLB BRUMM KRITEAPAT BOONRUK CHRIS CALDWB tf 219 S. State St., Nashville 852-0882 EATON FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK 109 S. Main St, Nashville 852-1830 FURNITURE STRIPING By Elaine and Stuart Stuart Southworth, Owner 538 Sherman, Nashville 852-0943 MICHAEL FUER1 JACOB FURLONG BRITTNEY GARDNER KYLIE GARDNER ALLEN GARRETT TERRAN GEETHINCS ASHLEY GONSER GONZALES » M-C REPAIR & TOWING 10708 Kinsel Hwy., Vermontville 852-1649 M66 TIM 7775 Saddlebag Lk Rd. (M-66), Lake Odessa 616-374-1200 M37 TIRE South M-37 Hwy., Hastings 269-945-6296 KEN’S STANDARD SERVICE 209 S. Main, Vermontville 726-0589 GOOD TIME PIZZA 501 N. Main, M-66, Nashville 852-1985 or 852-1986 Lynn Denton Agency, Inc* Farm Bureau Insurance 111 N. Main St, Nashville 852-2005 r« 852-3949 TRUMBLE AGENCY Hastings Mutual Insurance Co. 178 Main, Vermontville 726-0580 225 N. Main, Nashville 852-9680 COURT-SIDE Embroidery & Screen Printins 209 N. Main, Nashville 852-9207cowt-sMeOsbqleteLM SHIRLEY’S CHUCK WAGON CAFE 202 H. Main, Hashville 852-2500 MATTHEW EONOHNSU MAN GEE LAI BONNIE LAYMANCE CLASS ffi �The Maple Valley News. 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FIGURE THE PRICE FROM THE RATE CHART All 3 Papers $H5° $500 $5’5 Reminder & Shopper $yso 15 IT’S AS EASYAS 1 -2-3 1. FILL IN THE BOXES (1 WORD PER BOX) SPECIAL AD RATES Marshall ReminderAd-Vlsor niclekFI (269) 965-3955 (269)781-5444 (269)945-9554 «of words ChnrMMrWUoU DELIVERED EVERY THURSDAY 51480 “O Name Phone Address Signature HASTINGS REMINDER OTHER MARSHALL COMMUNITY AD-VISOR BATTLE CREEK SHOPPER NEWS P.O. Box 163 • Battle Creek Ml 49016 • 965-3955 • Fax 968-8586 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, May 31,2008 — Page 13 Nashville garden center offers more at new location by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Why did the garden center cross the road? To offer greater variety of products and services in a new customer-friendly loca­ tion. In early April, Chris and Becky Ewing moved their business, Ewing Garden Center and Landscaping, for­ merly Hamilton Black Dirt Plus, across the road to 5715 South M-66 Highway, just north of Moo-ville Creamery in order to expand their grow­ ing business and make shop­ ping more convenient for their customers. “We started excavating the new site in November, and we moved everything across the road during the first two weeks of April,” said Chris, adding, “We tried to keep everything country, because that’s what we are,” as he indicated the red- and white­ trimmed sheds, split-rail fence and assorted yard decor. “We wanted it to look like an old country store,” said Becky who noted that although they’ve been at their new location for less than two months, it’s often hard to tell. “We’ll have people come in and ask how long we’ve been here, and they’re shocked when they find out we’ve only been here two months,” she said nodding to the carefully placed sod in front ofthe sheds, which cur- rently provides a showcase for potted perennials, roses and decorative objects for home and garden. “We have a much larger parking lot, and it’s designed to make it easier for cus­ tomers to pick up their orders,” said Chris, “Plus we have more room and offer a wide variety of shade and sun plants, trees and shrubs. We have a lot of new vari­ eties of shrubs and perenni­ als.” “We can also special order anything the customer wants, our special orders are limit­ less,” added Becky. Ewings also offers a tree­ planting service. With the purchase of any tree, for $40 extra (within a 10-mile radius), Ewing Garden Center will deliver the tree and plant it, including fill dirt, stakes and mulch. “We’ve been told that we have the best trees at the best prices,” said Chris, adding that Ewings offers same- or next-day delivery service for bulk materials, even on Saturday, a day when many garden centers don’t offer delivery. Becky said their first sea­ son at the new location has so far been very successful. “With the new greenhous­ es, we didn’t know what to expect. But the response has been almost overwhelming — but that’s a good problem to have,” she said. “Sometimes we’d get a delivery on Thursday and by Saturday, we’d have to drive down and pick up more stock. We ordered a big delivery of our holiday sale and we sold most of it. “The move has made our business more customer­ friendly and comfortable. It provides easier access and our staff is great at greeting customers and helping them find what they need,” she added. As their name implies, Ewing Garden Center and Landscaping offers more than nursery plants, trees and shrubs. It also provides full­ service landscaping design and installation—everything from patios and retaining walls to basic landscaping. Chris recently finished training and has become a Master Gardener through Michigan State University Extension; Ewing Garden Center and Landscaping will offer a Master Gardener seminar, sponsored by the Barry Master County Gardener Association, from 6 to 8:45 p.m. Tuesday, June 17. The seminar will cover topics such as planting tips, landscaping, tools, annuals, perennials, new varieties, and “mulching 101.” Snacks will be provided and after­ ward will be a question-andanswer session and an oppor­ tunity for participants to pur­ chase products. The cost of the seminar is $15 per person. However, Chris notes that anyone who Cover crops topic of June KBS conference As the cost of fertilizers and other inputs rise, so does the use of cover crops in all agricultural systems. To help vegetable growers explore options for using cover crops to build soil quality and recy­ cle nitrogen, the Michigan State University Vegetable Team will host a workshop June 12 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the MSU W.K. Kellogg Biological Station near Hickory Comers. “Cover Cropping in Vegetable Systems — An Essential Tool for Sustainable and Organic Farmers” will provide growers, agribusiness representatives, Extension educators and agency staff members with an opportunity to learn about cover crop sys­ tems, hear practical advice from researchers and learn about their latest findings. A wide variety of cover crops can provide a sustain­ able foundation for organic production of field crops or vegetables and fit into vary­ ing time frames. Charlotte to host Operation Uplink benefit concert The Department of Michigan Veterans of Foreign Wars and Risen Records are teaming up to present the contemporary Christian band Faith 4 in a benefit concert to raise money in support of "Operation Uplink," a phone card program for United States troops serving over­ seas. All proceeds from the con­ cert and from the sale of Faith 4 merchandise will go directly to Operation Uplink. Faith 4 has performed with such Christian music groups as Steven Curtis Chapman, Point of Grace, and Michael W. Smith at some of the largest Christian festivals in the United States, including the Unity Festival in Muskegon. Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for students and can be purchased by calling the Charlotte Performing Arts Center at 517-541-5690. Tickets are also available online at www.CPACpresents.com. Speakers include Anne VerHallen, soil management specialist with the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, and George Abawi, professor of plant pathology and interna­ tional agriculture at the Cornell University Agriculture Experiment Station in Geneva, N.Y. VerHallen will discuss her work to investigate opportu­ nities afforded by cover crops in vegetable systems and their ability to contribute to soil quality. Abawi will discuss how cover crops affect crop health, including how to use cover crops to control soilborne pathogens such as nematodes and root rots, and how to incorporate cover crops in any farm system. The registration fee is $25 before June 6 and $40 after that date. Registration includes educational sessions, lunch, a copy of “Managing Cover Crops Profitably” and a tour of the cover crop research program plots at the Kellogg Biological Station. Registration information and an agenda can be found online at www.michiganorganic.msu.edu. People may also call the Oceana County MSU Extension office at 231-873-2129 or e-mail walicki@msu.edu. stops in to enroll prior to the event will receive a discount coupon. While members of the Barry County Master Gardeners Club have nick­ named Chris and Becky, “The Dynamic Duo,” the couple say they could not have done it without the help of their family and friends and the support of the com­ munity and their customers. “They know who they are,” said Chris. Ewing Garden Center and Landscaping is open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. For more informa­ tion call 517-852-1864. Chris and Becky Ewing are ready to welcome new and returning customers to the new location of Ewing Garden Center and Landscaping in Nashville. What do all those public notices cost us? Can't they just be posted on a Web site? State law requires that citizens be informed of Certain governmental activity through paid public notices like the ones in this newspaper. It's one way to make government accountable to the people. More than two-thirds of active Michigan voters* would be concerned if government placed these notices on Web sites because important information could be concealed from the public. So, what's it worth to you to be able to pick up this newspaper and find out what's going bn in your town, your county, or your local schools? •EPIC-MRA November 2007 This newspaper supports your right to know �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, May 31,2008 — Page 14 Maple Valley students earn awards at Math Days competition Earlier this month, stu­ dents from Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School partici­ pated in Math Days at Olivet College. The participants were sixth through ninth graders, with eight from each grade chosen to represent the school. Participating schools were separated into two divisions. The A-B division consisted of Holt, Grand Ledge, Eaton Rapids and Charlotte. The C­ D division included Maple Valley, Bellevue and Olivet Students competed in three different categories: Quick Calcs, Dual Digs and Jeopardy. In Quick Calcs, each student was given four pages with 10 problems on each page. The students were given two minutes per page to correctly answer as many as possible. In Dual Digs, Jessica Curtis, Leighla Line, students worked in pairs to Taylor Owens, and Pantera answer 30 problems in 45 Rider, second place. Quick Calc winners from minutes. Calculators were Maple Valley were seventh allowed only in this game. Finally, a game of grader Robbie Welch, sec­ Jeopardy was played, with ond place; eighth grader first eight categories having Mikaela Bromley, place; and Dale White, varying levels of difficulty. Each school had two eighth grade second place. Maple Valley Dual Digs teams of four that competed. Jeopardy winners from winners were: Sixth grade, Maple Valley were the sixth Jamie Richter and Kylie grade team of Anthony Brumm, second place; sev­ Mahler, Gabe Hicks, Tyler enth grade, Robbie Welch Kersjes and Tecumseh and Jake Clark, second place; grade, Mikaela Hakenjos, second place; the eighth seventh grade team of Robbie Bromley and Caleb Walker, Welch, Jake Clark, Ryan first place; Dale White and Tyler, and Tyler Hickey, first Nathan Egbert, second place; place; eighth grade team of ninth grade, Taylor Owens, Mikaela Bromley, Caleb and Pantera Rider, second Walker, Nathan Egbert and place. Dale White, first place; and the ninth grade team of Members, of the Maple Valley Eighth Grade Math Days Team are (from left) Mikaela Bromley, Austin Furlong, Mitchell Hamilton, Dale White, Caleb Walker, Nathan Egbert, Jake Ewing and Kolt Ewing. The ninth grade Maple Valley Math Days team consists of (from left) Taylor Owens, Pantera Rider, Joe Benedict, Brad Laverty, Coty Franklins Garrick Hershberger, Leighla Line and Jessica Curtis. The Maple Valley Math Days seventh grade team includes (from left) Tyler Hickey, Ryan Tyler, Robbie Welch, Jake Clark, Nate VanStee, Maggie Semrau, Olivia Johncock and Keegan Yost. Open class is back Open class competition will return to the Barry County Fair after a one-year hiatus. The deadline for sub­ mitting an entry form is Thursday, June 19. Back at the county fair will be the quilts, preserves, grains, photos and antiques that have been made, grown, taken or acquired by local residents. Fair books are available at the Barry County Expo Center, the Barry County Area Chamber of Commerce and at businesses throughout the county. The fair book is online at banyexpocenter.com. Click on the “fair book” link. An entry form is included in the book. The open class area lists the rules. This year open class exhibits may not be removed until Sunday, July 20. For more information, call 269-945-9554. J-ad Graphics publishers of... • The Reminder • Hastings Banner • Lakewood News • Maple Valley News • Middleville-Caledonia Sun and News • Lowell Ledger & Buyers Guide • Battle Creek Shopper News • Marshall Community Ad-Visor & Chronicle OFFICE HOURS: MONDAY-FRIDAY 8:00AM - 5:30PM PRINTING PLUS HOURS: Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm Saturday 8:30 am - 1:00 pm The sixth grade Maple Valley Math Days Team includes Gabe Hicks, Tecumseh Hakenjos, Tyler Kersjes, Courtney Walker, Sara Line, Jamie Richter, Kyle Brumm and Anthony Mahler. 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For some athletes the Barry County Meet is the final meet of the year. For some of the best from Maple Valley and Lakewood its a part of a busy week that also includes the Honor Roll Meet held last night in Lansing. For a handful of others its one last competi­ tive tune-up for the state finals. “We take it a little seri­ ous,” Maple Valley varsity head coach Brian Lincoln said of the county meet. “I know there’s a little smack talk throughout the year and my boys wanted this one.” “It’s nice to end the year for the team with a win.” Maple Valley’s boys fin­ ished the day with 459.5 points. Hastings was second with 400.5, followed by Delton Kellogg 382.5, Lakewood 332, and Thomapple Kellogg 299.5. Lion junior Nick Thurlby Helped his team to the title by being a part of three champi­ onship performances, a feat that was matched on the boys’ side his teammate Jeff Burd. Burd and Thurlby teamed up with Rob Morehouse and Josh Hall to help the Lions win the 1600meter relay, the day’s final event, in 3 minutes 32.23 seconds. Individually, Thurlby won the 110-meter high hurdles in 15.54 seconds and the 300-meter intermediate hur­ dles in 39.97. Burd took the 800-meter run in 2:06.08, and teamed with Morehouse, Josh Fulford, and Brad Laverty to win the 3200meter relay in 8:32.91. Clearly some of the top relay teams in the area need­ ed an extra tune-up for the state finals. The Maple Valley boys had problems in the 400-meter relay and the state-bound 800-meter relay. Hastings 400-meter relay team, another state qualifier on the boys’ side, was dis­ qualified. Thomapple Kellogg won the girls’ meet with 515 points. Maple Valley was second with 403.5, followed by Lakewood 343.5, Hastings 296, and Delton Kellogg 276. An outstanding 400-meter relay race between Maple Valley’s and Delton’s girls was spoiled at the Kalamazoo Valley Association Championship Meet last week when Delton dropped the baton. At the county meet,.the roles were reversed between those two state qualifying foursomes, with the Maple Valley team being disqualified and the Delton team of Chelsea Vanderwoude, Rachael Williams, Hannah Williams, and Katie Searles racing to victory. Thornapple Kellogg’s girls team in the 800-meter relay, another state qualify­ ing team, also dropped its baton, eventually finishing fourth. State qualifying teams from Maple Valley and Delton Kellogg raced to first and second in that event, with the Lion team of Lauren Pierce, Mallorie Densmore, Elizabeth Stewart, and Dani Christensen winning in 1:48.76. Mishaps like those opened the door for some other teams. The Thornapple Kellogg foursome of Marcus McKeough, Nate Jazwinski, Josh Thaler, and Luke Bremer raced to victory in the 400-meter relay on the boys’ side with a time of 46.99. Delton’s state qualify­ ing team of Taylor Kingsley, David Roberts, Justin Vandermeer, and Martel Epperson fought off Hastings to win the 800meter relay in 1:35.36. Thomapple Kellogg jun­ ior Emma Ordway and Danielle Rosenberg were both a part of championship performances in three of their four events. Rosenberg won the 100-meter hurdles, a race that also included state qualifiers Christensen and Searles, with a time of 15.92, The Maple Valley varsity boys’ track and field team celebrates its Barry County Meet Championship on the track at Lakewood High School on Tuesday evening. (Photo by Brett Bremer) then bested state qualifier Hannah Williams in the 300meter hurdles with a time of 49.34. Ordway took the 400meter dash in 59.63, and the 200 in 26.51. Those two Trojans also teamed with Kylie Schultz and Hana Hunt to win the 1600-meter relay in 4:13.28. Lakewood’s girls took the other relay race, with the team of Alexis Brodbeck, Jessika Blackport, Brittany Raffler, and Ashley Pifer fin­ ishing the 3200-meter event in 10:09.01. Thomapple Kellogg fresh­ man Allyson Winchester dominated the distance races, winning the 3200meter run in 11:44.10 and the 1600-meter run in 5:30.40. She was 18 seconds ahead of Hastings’ Molly Smith who finished second in the 1600, and more than 47 seconds ahead of Lakewood’s Blackport in the 3200. Other winners on the track * 7 Day Service * Pumps Installed & Repaired • Service On Submersible Pumps • 2” - 5" Well Drilling and Repair 517-726-0377 356 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Richard Cobb David Cobb win the 100-meter dash and the 200-meter dash. He took the 100 in 11.23 and the 200 in 22.72. Delton’s Vandermeer won See TRACK, nextpage Maple Valley’s Ashley Gonser finished third in the dis­ cus competition at Tuesday’s Barry County Meet, with a best throw of 103 feet 6 inches on the day. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Heating & Air Conditioning Experience Estimates Available Ml Lie. *1748 jump at 19-6.25 and Nate Manning the high jump at 6­ 2. Saxon junior Ryan Burgdorf edged out Maple Valley’s Charles Wymer, Epperson, and Johnson to Hansbarge COBB WELL DRILUNG GREPAIR 30 Years in the girls’ meet were Hastings’ Jessica Lee who took the 100-meter dash in 12.99 and Raffler who won the 800-meter run in 2:30.41. Raffler outraced her team­ mate Pifer in the 800, who finished second in 2:35.11. There were five different winners in the five field events on the girls’ side. Pierce won the long jump at 15-7.75. Maple Valley’s Brittanie Brady won the shot put at 32-4.75, with Lakewood’s Sara Jemison second at 31-6.5, and TK’s Alesha Ward third at 30-8.5. Jemison won the discus at 109-10, with Ward second at 106-7. In the high jump, Hastings’ Brittany Morgan took the title, making 5-2 in less attempts than Ward who finished in second. The pole vault was domi­ nated by the TK and Maple Valley girls. The Trojans’ Brittany London and Maple Valley’s Stacey Fassett both cleared 9-6, with London earning the championship thanks to fewer attempts. TK’s Kelsey Webster was third (9-0), and her teammate Rebecca Denney and Maple Valley’s Karlee Mater tied for fourth (8-6). Maple Valley freshman Luke Densmore set a new school-record with his cham­ pionship throw of 50-2.25 in the shot put. The mark came on his final throw, and edged him past senior teammate Chris Loveall who finished second at 49-2.25. In the boys’ pole vault, Maple Valley’s Kaleb Root cleared 13-0 to top the Saxons’ Jeremy Rogers who went 12-6. The Saxons’ Josh Morehouse won the discus at 131-7. A pair ofTrojans won the jumps, with Blake Johnson taking the long The Lions’ Stacey Fassett pulls herself up over the bar at 8 feet 6 inches during Tuesday’s Barry County Meet at Lakewood High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) LICENSED INSURED Vermontville, Ml COLE HANSBARGER Owner RUUD Featuring Ruud Gas Furnaces and Air Conditioners. Full Line of Indoor Air Quality Products • FREE Estimates | | �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, May 31,2008 — Page 16 Maple Valley seniors see season end at D3 regionals It was a big day for the Kalamazoo Valley Association at the Division 3 Regional boys’ golf tourna­ ment hosted by Dowagiac at Hampshire Hills Thursday. The league’s top three teams and a handful of indi­ viduals competed for a berth in next weekend’s Division 3 state finals which will be held at Forest Akers East Golf Course on the campus ofMichigan State University in East Lansing. Maple Valley seniors Barry Roscoe and Kory Starks both saw their high school golf careers come to an end Thursday. Starks fired a 92 and Roscoe a 102, after qualifying for the regional with fine performances at last week’s district tourna­ ment Kalamazoo Christian, the 2008 KVA champions, won the regional title with a score of 309. Schoolcraft was sec­ ond with a 313. The KVA’s Hackett Catholic Central and Parchmenttied at 318 behind the top two teams, with the Fighting Irish earning the state finals bid on the fifth­ score tie-breaker. The top three teams from the regional, and the top three individuals not on those teams earned spots in the state finals. The tie-breaker needed to settle the team standings wasn’t the only tie-breaker Miller College announces spring dean’s list The dean’s list for the spring 2008 semester at Robert B. Miller College in Battle Creek has been announced and includes the following students who attained a grade point aver­ age of 3.75 to 4.0. Bellevue - Colleen Barlond, Gary Edwards, Susan M. Hewitt, Amy Kleinfelt and Tracy Rine. Dowling - Shannon Shafer, Tammy Whitmore. Nashville - Stacey M. Fish and Betsy S. Stevens. of the day. Portland’s Derek Roe had the day’s top score, a one-under-par 71. West Catholic’s Jon Frantz fired a 76 to earn the second indi­ vidual qualifying spot, and three others had to play-off for the third spot, Otsego’s Jay Cook, Constantine’s Spencer Kayler, and Dowagiac’s Nick Krizinski. Krizinski earned the spot in the state finals, finally sur­ passing his opponents on a fifth play-off hole. Kalamazoo Christian was led to the championship by Jake Rykse, who fired a 73 which earned him second individually on the day. The Comets also got a 76 from Austin Vandermeer, a 79 from David Sarkipato, and an 81 from Trent Stapert. Jon Christ led Hackett with a 76. Delton Kellogg’s Cody Mores fired an 88 and T.J. Boreham an 89. Behind the top four teams, Otsego fired a 321, Dowagiac Grand 332, Rapids West Catholic 332, Coloma 335, Portland 346, 358, Calvin Christian Belding 364, and Allendale 371. Second annual Tony Dunkelberger 50/50 fundraiser set for July 12 Organizers of the Tony Dunkelberger Memorial Scholarship Award will hold the second annual 50/50 fundraiser at 8 p.m. Saturday, July 12, at the Nashville VFW Post 8260, 304 S. State Street, following the organization’s annual Crunch Classic Golf Outing, which also raises funds for the scholarship. The Crunch Classic Golf Outing will tee off at 2:30 p.m. at Mulberry Fore Golf Course, 955 N. M-66 Highway, Nashville. The cost ofthe four-person scramble is $45 per person which includes green fees, cart and dinner at the VFW hall. Non-golfers are invited to attend the 7 p.m. dinner, followed by dancing to music provided by a local DJ for a cost of $5 a person. Tickets for the 50/50 drawing are also $5 each. Those who buy tickets need not be present to win. Last year’s 50/50 raffle raised $2,260, $1,130 of which went to the winner ofthe raf­ fle and the remainder to the fund. For more information or to purchase raffle tickets, call Brian Chaffee 517-852-9698 or LeRoy Starks 517-930­ 3383. . MVHS junior varsity baseball wins tournament championship The Maple Valley junior varsity baseball team celebrates its championship at the May 3 Battle Creek Central Tournament. Four KVA teams close year in the same district tourney Hamilton advanced to Saturday’s Division 3 district girls’ soccer finals at Otsego wins over the with Kalamazoo Valley Association’s Maple Valley Lions and Delton Kellogg Panthers this week. The Hawkeyes blanked Maple Valley 8-0 Tuesday at Fuller Street Field in the opening round of the district tournament. Six different players scored for the Hawkeyes, including two goals and one assist each for Sami Kiss and Katie Fritzsche. Kelli Ptacek added the first of five firsthalf goals for the Hawkeyes, and also finished the game with two assists. Meghan Howard made 15 saves in net for the Lions. That was one of four shut­ outs in the opening round of the tournament. Delton Kellogg scored a 3-0 win over Lakewood. Two other KVA teams saw their season end as well. Otsego topped Olivet 9-0 and Allegan best­ ed Pennfield 4-0. In the semifinal round, the host Bulldogs from Otsego bested Allegan 5-2 and Hamilton scored a 2-1 win over Delton Kellogg. Otsego and Allegan meet today at noon to decide the district championship. Vermontville Township Library plans summer movie series Tony Dunkelberger The Vermontville Township Library staff is planning a new program among its community activi­ ties for the summer. In addi­ tion to the regular summer reading program, the library will be showing family movies inside the Vermontville Opera house on alternate Tuesday evenings. The schedule is: June 10, Charlotte’s Web (the animat­ ed version); June 24, Tom Sawyer (Disney version); July 8, Enchanted; July 22, The Princess Bride; August 5, Nancy Drew; Aug. 19, The Water Horse-Legend of the Deep. This program was made possible by donations in memory of Cecil Valdick, which allowed for the pur­ chase of a projector that can relay images from a movie camera, computer or DVD player, and a donation from The Revue, which purchased the public viewing license for the library, allow­ ing it to show the movies. Funds are also being gath­ ered by Vermontville Village Council President and Lions Club member Doug Kelsey to purchase a screen to be installed permanently in the opera house. Donations also have been received from the Vermontville Lion’s Club, and Vermontville Maple Syrup Association. Several businesses and individuals have approached the library staff offering donations for popcorn and pop, so the entire event will be free of charge to members of the community. These donors include Duey’s Corner and Vermontville Hardware. Librarian Carla Rumsey said the library is also con­ sidering showing several outdoor movies, which could be on Friday or Saturday evenings after dark, one per month for June, July and August. “If this is well received, we may add additional shows,” said Rumsey, adding that these events also will be free, with the Vermontville Women’s Club planning to sell refresh­ ments at these events. Movie titles are still being decided at this time, but sug­ gestions include Star Wars, Indiana Jones, and E.T. for the "big screen" showings. TRACK, continued from previous pagethe 400-meter dash in 52.09. Lakewood’s Dan Schasser took the 1600-meter run in 4:35.91. TK’s Keith Winchester won the 3200meter run in 10:16.74. Thornapple Kellogg Kellogg, Hastings, and Lakewood state qualifiers will compete in the Division 2 state finals this Saturday at Zeeland High School. State qualifiers from Maple Valley and Delton Kellogg will be a part of the Division 3 state finals at Comstock Park. The Lions’ Dustin Houghton flies through the air during the long jump competition at Tuesday’s Barry County Meet. (Photo by Brett Bremer) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, May 31,2008 — Page 17 Lions have record-setting day at D3 MITCA Meet SSSS* * * Maple Valley’s boys’ and girls’ varsity track and field teams both finished fourth at Saturday’s Division 3 Michigan Interscholastic Track Coaches Association’s Team State Championships Saturday at Kent City High School. The Lion teams combined to set four new school records, and one new meet record on the day. The Maple Valley girls’ 800-meter relay team of Danielle Christensen, Mallorie Densmore, Lauren Pierce, and Elizabeth Stewart won their race in a school- and meet-record time of 1 minute 46.94 seconds. As a team, the Maple Valley girls were just over 100 points behind the cham­ pions from Grand Rapids West Catholic, which isn’t as bad as it sounds. Each of the ten teams in attendance were allowed to enter three indi­ viduals in each event as well as one relay team. Every fin­ isher scored for their team in each event. West Catholic’s girls totaled 947.5 points to take the title. Frankenmuth was second with 905 points, fol­ lowed by Schoolcraft 858, Maple Valley 843.5, Shepherd 706, Union City 670, Benzie Central 649, Gladwin 601.5, Ann Arbor Gabriel Richard 595.5, and Marlette 517. West Catholic’s boys also won a title on the day, finish­ ing with 960.5 points. Reese was second with 930.5 points, followed by Allendale 867.5, Maple Valley 831.5, StandishSterling 767.5, Kingsley 762, Harrison 663, Erie Mason 654:5, Marlette 440.5, and Berrien Springs 427.5. Maple Valley junior Nick Thurlby set a new school­ record with his first-place time of 39.23 seconds in the 300-meter intermediate hur­ dles. He also was the 1 IO­ meter high hurdle champion on the day with a time of 15.37. He beat Berrien Springs’ Keith Curtis by one hundredth of a second in that race. Thurlby later teamed with Jeff Burd, Rob Morehouse, and Josh Hall to set a new school -record in the 1600- st tai meter relay with a first-place time of 3:24.80. The team of Thurlby, Burd, Jimmy Brown, and Charles Wymer won the 800-meter relay in 1:31.69. Lion freshman Luke Densmore set a new school record, which he upped at Tuesday’s Barry County Meet, by placing third the shot put at 49 feet 11 inches. The Lions’ also got a fifth­ place finish from senior Chris Loveall in the event. He threw 48-11.5. Burd and Morehouse helped the Lions pile up points in the 800-meter run, with Burd winning the event in 1:58.48 and Morehouse placing eighth in 2:03.32. Other top ten performanc­ es by the Lion boys in indi­ vidual events on the day came from Wymer in the 100-meter dash (eighth, 11.81) and the 400 (sixth, 53.22), Brad Laverty in the 1600-meter run (eighth, 4:48.86) and the 3200 (fifth, 10:39.15), and Kaleb Root in the pole vault (fifth, 13-0). Christensen raced to a sec­ ond-place finish for the Lion ladies in the 300-meter hur­ dles with a time of 47.19, finishing just over a second behind Gabriel Richard’s Amy Myler. Maple Valley’s girls had a handful of third-place finish­ es. Christensen was third in the 100-meter hurdles (16.87), Stewart third in the 400-meter dash (1:00.95), and Pierce was third in the 100-meter dash (13.30) and the long jump (16-0). The Lions were strong in the field events. Stacey Fassett was third in the pole vault at 9-3, with teammate Karlee Mater placing fourth at 8-9, and Catara Briggs 11th at 7-9. In the discus the Lions really dominated. Ashley Gonser was third at 104-2, Britiney Stambaugh fourth at 103-4, and Brittanie Brady fifth at 100-10. In the shot put, Brady was third at 32-0, Jen Kent 11th at 29­ 3.5, and Gonser 12th at 28­ 11.5. Other top ten performanc­ es individually for the Lion ladies came from Stewart in the 100-meter dash (sixth, 13.58), Lauren Trumble in the 1600-meter run (tenth, 5:43.85) and the 3200 (sixth, 12:49.39), Densmore in the 400 (tenth, 1:05.05), and Pierce in the 200 (sixth, 27.90). The Lions’ Joe Benedict cruises around the track in the 3200-meter run at Saturday’s MITCA Team State Meet in Kent City. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Maple Valley’s Dani Christensen flies around the corner in the 200meter dash during Saturday’s Division 3 Team State Finals. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Mn ■s x nB^ittvp RpW nAfalw,Mri I as is hti Ifcirlraih Bflii sb 1U xiitnal ire’ rtiis sbsyifette r Ite ;®Mltfe.'t t Dpi k I'orf •'«>'> □rik QijiiEiiidriKiciteNt >tet Ibribrffc *» •priSM^’’6 didd Grand Rapids West Catholic’s Mike Gravelyn (left) and Maple Valley’s Rob Morehouse sprint towards the finish line in the 800-meter run at Saturday’s Division 3 MITCA Meet at Kent City. (Photo by Brett Bremer) 877-852-0106 The Lions’ Randi Vinson races towards the finish in the 800-meter run at Saturday’s MITCA Team State Meet. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Call Today - Reservations Filling Fast! 975 N. Main (M-66), Nashville, MI Gardens Restaurant Joe Montgomery Builders, Inc. Overlooking the beautiful Mulberry Fore GolfCourse Fathers Day Sun., Ju June 15,2008. We build on our reputation.. .just ask our customers! RESERVATIONS GUARANTEE SEATING Inclu Including... BBQ Ribs, Chicken Fried, Macaroni Salad, Tater. 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Ifyou take that network away, a child’s world changes. “It is certainly important to fit into the social scene, but the importance of the health and well-being of a loved one shouldn’t be diminished. The results of this poll prove children are thinking about more than adults sometimes give them credit for.” KidsPoll found that while many pre-teens worry about the health of a loved one, many do not talk about it. Of kids surveyed, only 23 per­ cent said they talk to a parent when they worry. Another 25 percent reported that they “talk to a friend” and 20 per­ cent said they “try to fix it or make it better” on their own when they are worried. Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital offers the following 10-22 rifle donated by Barry tips on how to help kids man­ County Pheasants Forever age their worries about the and one H & R 22-250 rifle health of loved ones: • Take the lead. Just donated by Quality Deer because kids don’t ask does­ Management Association of n ’ t mean that they’re not Barry County. aware or concerned. Raffle tickets will be Remember to ask questions drawn Thanksgiving Day. Every dollar raised will be and listen. • Tune into school. Know donated to The Love for what children are learning or Lennon Foundation. hearing about in health class For information or raffle and talk about it together. tickets, contact at Scott Prill • Watch what you say. Be at 269-948-2711. mindful of word choices when talking about individ­ ual health. • Don’t overreact. When teaching safety and healthy behaviors, avoid using worst­ case scenarios or exaggerat­ ing the risks just to make a Parents may assume pre­ teens are concerned with issues such as looks, school­ work or fitting into the social scene but a new KidsHealth KidsPoll reveals they are thinking about much more. The poll asked more than 1,000 children ages 9 to 13 how much they worry (almost all the time, a lot, a little, or never) about a vari­ ety of common concerns among kids their age. Nearly 90 percent responded that they worry either “almost all the time” or “a lot” about the health of someone they love. Many children said they worry “almost all the time” or “a lot” about other things, too, including schoolwork, tests or grades (77 percent), their future (76 percent) and their looks or appearance (63 percent). The KidsHealth KidsPoll “What Kids Worry About” piloted 20 items from a list of common worries and stres­ sors for children in this age group. The final Kids-Poll Raffle will raise dollars for local children’s fund A raffle has begun to aid the Love for Lennon Fund at the Barry Community Foundation to raise addition­ al funds to help children in the Barry County area. The fund was started several years ago to help young Lennon Gildea’s family refurbish their home to make it wheelchair-friendly. Information about the fund is available by calling the Barry Community Foundation at 269-945-0526. Grants will be made from the fund to assist other children with disabilities. The current raffle includes a Winchester Model 94 AE 45 Caliber Colt Lever Action. This gold-plated piece is No. 7 of 10 made by Rocky Mountain Arms and is customized with engraved scenes from Barry County. This raffle includes many other items such as a Ruger Hastings City Band to resume practices concerts ine is worse than the reality. Explaining a situation can help dispel misconceptions. • Reassure. Remind kids that their feelings and con­ cerns are natural. • Be a good listener. Provide an open, empathetic and nonjudgmental atmos­ phere. • Be a role model. Take good care of oneself. Leading a healthy lifestyle minimizes potential sources of concern for kids and sets a good exam­ ple for healthy living. KidsHealth, part of the Nemours Foundation, is an educational partner with Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital. Visit www.devoschildrens. org for more information. For everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics (269) 945-9554 PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: Ail 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, children under 18. 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Rehearsals will take place in the Hastings High School Band Room at 7:30 p.m. on June 10, 17, 24, and July 3 and 8. Concerts will take place at Fish Hatchery Park in f* Lockouts Hastings June 11,18,25, and July 4 and 9. Musicians need not call in advance of the rehearsal— just show up on time to start at 7:30 with an instrument in good working order. The Hastings City Band is under the direction of Joe LaJoye. Dependable, damage-free • Tire Service • Accident Recovery fit Off-Road BBBBINH -* 945-0191 JEFF DOBBIN S AUTO SERVICE, INC. Owner, JeffDobbin, ASE Master Technician FOR VIHNER 2008 not knowingly 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. VERMONTVILLE VILLAGE RESIDENTS Petitions for the November 4,2008 General Election for the following positions are available at the Village Office or by contacting Sharon Stewart, Vermontville Township Clerk, at 517-726-1159. JeffDobbin or Chris VanZalen TO WORK point. • Provide information. If someone is ill, keep a calm perspective and give accu­ rate information at a level the child can understand. Sometimes what kids imag- pregnant women and people securing custody of over 2q ygqrs experience_ Village President Village Clerk Village Treasurer (3) Four Year Trustees Petitions must be filed with the Township Clerk by 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 17, 2008. The General Election will be held on Tuesday, November 4, 2008 at the Vermontville Township Fire Barn. ________________________________________________ 06673067 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, May 31,2008 — Page 19 Capital Region Community Foundation sponsors batting cage A batting cage to benefit the Maple Valley High School softball, baseball and community teams has been made possible by a grant from the Capital Region Community Foundation. The grant was a matching one with the rest ofthe funds coming from the Maple Valley Athletic Boosters. Students in Jeff Seavolt’s building trades class helped erect the cage located next to the high school softball field. The batting cage will provide a safer environment for pitchers and catchers for warm-up, as well as for bat­ ters to practice hitting. The mission of the Capital Region Community Foundation is to serve the charitable needs and enhance the quality of life in Ingham, Eaton and Clinton counties. The foundation serves and seeks out a wide-range of donors to build permanent endowments which are used to meet the changing needs and interests of the commu­ nity. The new batting cage at Maple Valley High School was made possible through a grant from the Capital Region Community Foundation. Students in Maple Valley’s building trades class helped install the new batting cage. Lion baseball wins its final two regular season games Maple Valley’s varsity baseball team picked up its. eighth and ninth wins, its final wins of the regular sea­ son, in a double header at Lansing Christian Wednesday. “This was a great way for us to end our regular sea­ son,” said Lion head coach Bryan Carpenter. “We hit the ball well and played solid defense.” The Lions won game one 7-4 then took game two 16-1. The only run for the Pilgrims in game two was unearned as Maple Valley pitchers Deven Meade and Michael Paisley combined for a five-inning no-hitter. Deven Meade threw the first four innings, earning the win, allowing just one unearned run while striking out three. Paisley struck out two in the final inning on the mound. After taking a 5-0 lead in the opening inning of game two, Jared Smith helped hits team to a 6-0 lead with a record-setting triple in the second. He had two triples in the game and now has five for the season, breaking the single-season school-record set by Steve Stines in 1968. Smith had a big game two. He went 3-for-4 at the plate, with a single to go along with the two triples. He also scored three times and drove in a run. Steve Creller had a double and three RBI for the Lions, and Kyle Fisher, Tailoring a Gift to serve your charitable interests and financial goals The Barry Community Foundation offers a range ofphilanthropic options. Unrestricted Funds, or Community Action Funds, give the foundation the discretion to make grants that address the most urgent needs of the community as they change from time to time. Scholarship and Award Funds are established by donors wishing to make education available to individuals in their communities. You may also wish to: Field-of-Interest Funds benefit a specific area of interest to the donor. They can also benefit a geo­ graphical area. Donor-Advised Funds are often created as an alternative to a private foundation and allow donors to recommend the charitable organizations and causes to be considered for grants. They can be established in two forms: Non-Endowed Donor-Advised Funds allow the donor to recommend grants from both principal and income. Endowed Donor-Advised Funds allow the donor to recommend grants from the income of the fund. Designated Funds make grants to specific organizations chosen by the donor when the fund is established. • consider naming your community foundation ass the beneficiary of your IRA or life insurance policy. • make a bequest to a community foundation in your living trust or will. • establish a Supporting Organization through the community foundation. A Supporting Organization is a separate legal entity for tax purposes and has its own governing body; by affiliating with a community foundation, the Supporting Organization enjoys public charity status and the professional stafiservices of the community foundation. However you approach making a gift to the Community Foundation, your caring gesture will make a difference in the lives of others and the life ofyour community. 629 W. State Street - Suite 201 Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: 269-945-0526 • Fax: 269-945-4536 Email: bcf@wmls.net Website: www.barrycf.org Justin Hoffman, and Kyle Bums also added a single each for the Lions. Maple Valley ended the game early with ten runs in the top of the fifth. Game one was a bit more interesting as the Lions led just 5-4 entering the top of the seventh. They pushed across two runs in the inning to secure the win. Fisher notched the victory on the mound, giving up six hits and one walk in three innings of work while strik­ ing out five. Ryan Brooke allowed just one run, three hits, and struck out two in four innings of relief. Smith had a triple in game one too, and finished that contest with three RBI. Chris Caldwell was 2-for-3 in the opener for the Lions, and Fisher, Brooke, James Cramer,. Nick Nisse, and Bums all had one hit each. “We hope this carries over into the -districts,” said Carpenter. “We hope we can take this momentum and play a solid game against Olivet and see what hap­ pens.” The Lions and Eagles meet at 10 a.m. Saturday (May 31) at Leslie High School. The winner of that Division 3 District semifinal contest will take on the win­ ner of the game between Leslie and Springport in the district championship game. Olivet advanced to the semi­ finals in the district’s lone pre-district contest, topping Stockbridge 9-8 on Tuesday afternoon. We're Your Local Source for MORE. Ifyou're looking to get the most out ofyour property, look to Fillmore Equipment. Rnd a nearly endless selection ofJohn Deere equipment for around the home, backed by the strongest sales team anywhere. Because our heritage is in doing things the right way. Every day. 2305 Compact Utility Tractor John Deere •24HP, 3-cylinder Yanmar diesel engine •Hydro transmission •Power steering More Selection! More Service! More Convenience! More Value! John Deere X500 Lawn Tractor 25HP V-twin 06673145 John Deere Z520A Z-Trak™ Estate Series Zero-Turn Mower 2900 N M-43 Highway Hastings, Ml • (269) 945-9526 SPRINGTIME Open weeknights until 7pm! Offers end 7/28/2008. 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The focus today is on the personal growth of its members. “This centennial year is all about looking at the future of 4-H in Michigan and its role in helping our state’s youths meet today’s challenges in technology, entrepreneur­ ship, healthy living and com­ munity service,” says Cheri Booth, state 4-H program leader. Events to mark the organi­ zation’s 100th birthday have been planned throughout the year. Activities kicked off with a celebration at a Michigan State University women’s basketball game in January. More than 4,000 fans involved in 4-H or MSU Extension attended the game. Birthday festivities also took place during the Great Lakes Regional Dairy Expo in February. A special ice cream has been created by the MSU Dairy Store. The new ice cream, called 4-H Forever, debuted at the 4-H Spring Conference in April and May. The ice cream also will be available all summer at the main dairy store on campus. Other birthday celebrations will take place during Exploration Days (June 18 to 20), Ag Expo (July 15 to 17), the Michigan Dairy Expo (July 22 to 25), Great Lakes Natural Resource Camp (July 27 to Aug. 2), MSU Extension Fall Conference (Oct 13 to 16) and Autumn Fest (Nov. 8). Additional activities are planned by 4-H organiza­ tions in various counties. 4-H Youth Development is operated in Michigan through a partnership among county governments, Michigan State University Extension and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. This partnership ensures that 4-H activities and programs are backed by the research and knowledge base of a land-grant university and have the support of county, state and federal govern­ ments. 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Egyptian and cent are used by the food Chinese records show that service industry. The rest are fowl were laying eggs for turned into egg products used man in 1400 B.C. Europe has mostly by food service oper­ had domesticated hens since ators to make restaurant 600 B.C. meals and by food manufac­ There is some evidence of turers to make foods such as native fowl in the Americas mayonnaise and cake mixes. prior to Columbus' arrival. Double-yolked eggs are However, it is believed that, often produced by young on his second trip in 1493, hens whose egg production Columbus' ships carried to cycles are not yet completely the New World the first of synchronized or by hens old the chickens related to those enough to produce extra now in egg production. large-sized eggs. Genetics is Each of the roughly 280 also a factor. million laying birds in the A hen will produce an occa­ United States produces from sional double-yolked egg 250 to 300 eggs a year. In throughout her egg-laying total, the United States pro­ career. It's rare, but not unusu­ duces about 75 billion eggs a al, for a young hen to produce year, about 10 percent of the an egg with no yolk at all. world supply. In modern henhouses, Roosters are not needed computers maintain comfort­ for egg production; hens will able temperature and humid­ begin laying generally at ity levels and control ventila­ about six months, depending tion fans to provide fresh air. on breed. These unfertilized Computers also control the eggs will not become chicks. lighting, which triggers egg Roosters are necessary for laying. Most eggs are laid fertilizing eggs that produce between 7 and 11 a.m. chicks. Source: American Egg About 60 percent of the Board � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/822/MapleValleyNews_2008-06-07.pdf f95ac053e9686395f4feb6c48ffe2a45 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 227 EAST STATE ST HASTINGS Ml 49058 RSRTSTD US POSTAGE PA® HASTES Ml PEBMITHO Published by J-Ad Grapfficsjnc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 136-No. 23, June 7, 2008 Lion team turns in a miracle mile at state finals by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Everything came down to the final event, the 1600meter relay race, Saturday at the Division 3 Track and Field State Finals. Maple Valley’s, varsity boys’ track and field team hadjust missed state champi­ onships in a few events earli­ er in the day, but finally put everything together in the last race. The team of Rob Morehouse, Charles Wymer, Nick Thurlby, and Jeff Burd raced to a state title in the 1600-meter relay with a time of 3 minutes 24.71 seconds, besting the second-place team from Albion which fin­ ished in 3:25.33. “It was awesome,” said Lion boys’ head coach Brian Lincoln, who is fairly certain that it is the first state cham­ pionship performance for the Lion boys’ track and field program. “We knew we had a pretty good shot because we had beaten Swan Valley and Reese earlier in the year.” Swan Valley finished third in the event and Reese fourth. The victory for Albion secured the state championship for its team, as the Wildcats finished with 44 points. Allendale was second with 43 points, and Maple Valley third with 35, the highest ever finish at the finals for the Lion boys. “Actually Charles was disappointed because they wanted to get the (Division 3 Finals ) record,” Lincoln said. “ It was awesome. I think Jeff and Nick were a little upset they didn’t win their (individual) events, but being juniors I told them let’s get it next year. We’ll make sure you do it then.” Wymer was the lone sen­ ior on the 1600-meter relay team, which set a school­ record in the event earlier in the year. He also joined Thurlby, Jimmy Brown, and Burd in finishing third in the 800-meter relay with a time of 1:31.87. This year at the finals, ath­ letes finishing from first to third earned first-team All­ State honors, fourth through sixth place finishers are sec­ ond-team All-State, and sev­ enth and eighth place finish­ ers are named All-State hon­ orable mention. Burd, who played baseball his sophomore year after a fine freshman track season, returned this spring and was one ofthe top 800-meter run­ ners in the state. “He told me he was com­ ing back last spring. It didn’t take much convincing from me,” Lincoln said. Burd, who set the school record in the 800-meter run with a time of 1:57.00 at the Lansing Honor Roll Meet last week, raced to a second place finish in that event at the state finals finishing in 1:57.92. Swan Valley’s Jeramey Bierlein won that event in 1:57.00. It was a record-setting year for the Lion boys. Thurlby, the school record holder in the 300-meter hur­ dles and the 110-meter high hurdles, medaled in both those events at the finals. He was third in the 300 hurdles with a time of 39.71 seconds and fourth in the 110 hurdles in 15.19. Berrien Springs’ Keith Curtis won both those See TRACK, page 11 Vermontville approves Summerfest Car Show application by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The Vermontville Village Council unanimously approved an application pre­ sented by Tracy Janousek to hold a summer car show Saturday, Aug. 2, within the village limits. During the public com­ ment portion of the meeting, Janousek said the event would be family-oriented with children’s games in the village park, a waterball tournament hosted by the Vermontville Township Fire Department, cars displayed on the baseball diamond and motorcycles in the lot behind Road Runners. She added that few food vendors would be asked to come because organizers wanted visitors to patronize local establishments. The application included a request to close the alleys behind the businesses on both the east and west side of the business district and First Street between South Main and Maple streets. First Street would remain open for residential traffic. In other business the vil­ lage council: • Heard from a complaint from Kelly Williams about the ramp leading into the American Legion Hall. She said that at least four people have tripped or fallen since the ramp was installed when the sidewalks were replaced. Council President Doug Kelsey referred the matter to the streets and sidewalks committee for review. • Heard a complaint from a village resident regarding ordinance violations in her neighborhood and a request that village ordinances be enforced. • Approved a patrol and ordinance-enforcement con­ tract with the Eaton County Sheriff’s Department. • Heard from Eaton County Undersheriff Fred He said about a dozen peo­ McPhail that two teens in ple, local business owners custody on other charges in and a few others, attended Mecosta County have con­ the May meeting where they fessed to the January break­ discussed adding a business ins at Janelle’s Tanning and link to the village Web site Massage, the Vermontville and discussed having a busi­ Grocery, and the Maple Leaf ness coordinator. Inn. The Vermontville busi­ • Was introduced to ness owners will next meet at Assistant Clerk Judy Mohler who assumed the post last month. She is in the office on Mondays and Friday after­ noons, and enters data into the computer at the village garage on Wednesdays. • Heard a report from Alumni from Trustee Abe French regard­ Vermontville High School, ing the business task force. Nashville High School and Maple Valley High School attended the Maple Valley Alumni Association’s annual banquet, which was held Saturday in the Maple Valley High School cafeteria. After a social hour, Alumni Association ident Cheryl Sheridan omed guests and after Pledge of Allegiance, or Don Roscoe of Grace munity Church said he alumni dinner was ed by Colleen’s Cuisine entertainment was pro­ d by The Nashville Five. fter dinner, the Maple ey High School Class of 2008 was welcomed into the alumni association and 2008 Class President Daniel Benedict said a few words. Maple Valley Alumni Secretary Ross Nichols con­ ducted the business portion ofthe meeting, which includ­ ed a financial report an the election of new officers. Officers for 2008-09 are: Cheryl Sheridan, president; Ross Nichols, vice president; Cheryl Sheridan and Lisa Trumble, co-treasurers; Carolyn Trumble, Vermontville secretary; Pam Godbey, Nashville secretary; and Jason Sheridan, Maple Valley secretary. During special presenta- See ALUMNI page 2 In This Issue family films start this week in After spending nearly 40 years teaching at Maple Valley, John Hughes is retiring. See HUGHES, page 3 See COUNCIL, page 4 Maple Valley Alumni holds annual banquet Maple Valley teacher retiring after 39 years of doing what he loves by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter It seemed appropriate that the Maple Valley High School Class of 2008 asked history teacher John Hughes to give the keynote address at the graduation ceremony, since he is also marking a milestone. After 39 years of teaching, all of them in Maple Valley, Hughes is retiring. Hughes’ keynote address was aptly entitled “Milestones.” “This is not the end-all milestone, there will be many of them in your lives,” he said, “Some ofyou plan to go on and further your education and that will be a milestone. Some of you will get married and have families, and those will be milestones. “There are parents here in the audience, and your gradu- 7 p.m. Thursday, June 12, at the Maple Leaf Inn. Another meeting has been set for July 16 but the time and location were not set. • Heard a report from Vermontville Street Eaton County Sheriff visits “The Wall That Heals” Program geared toward toddlers Nashville car show offers family fun It takes ten innings for Olivet softball to top Lions in district �Just Sajr 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, June 7,2008 — Page 2 ALUMNI, continued from page 1 Scholarship Foundation (MVMSF) with a $200 dona­ tion. Rose Heaton who accepted the check on behalf of the foundation, recog­ nized the efforts of founders Junia Jarvie and Dorothy Carpenter and noted that since the foundation’s incep­ tion, invested funds have grown to nearly $1 million. (The foundation never touch­ es the principle; all scholar­ ships are from the interest). This year, the MVMSF awarded $45,000 in scholar­ ships to a record 39 students (two alternative education graduates, 31 graduating sen­ iors and six alumni). Since the first award in 1986, the Clara Arvizu receives MVMSF has awarded 421 the Honored Educator scholarships totaling Award during the banquet. $411,300. The Nashville High School Class of 1958 and (Hoeflinger) Nichols, Class Vermontville High School of 1938. The alumnus travel­ Class of 1958 were honored ing the farthest to attend the for their 50th anniversary banquet was Hany Engel and the Maple Valley High from California. School Class of 1983 for its Individuals and businesses Daniel Benedict, presi­ 25th. that helped with this year’s Recognized from the earli­ banquet included All That dent of the Maple Valley est graduating class of Glitters, Dave Anderson, High School Class of Vermontville High School Colleen’s Cuisine, Larry 2008, speaks to the alum­ was Marie (Smith) Fisher, Hook, Maple Valley Board ni. Class of 1933, and Nashville of Education, The Nashville High School (Elizabeth Five, Wilson Sugar Bush,, tions, the following people were recognized or received awards: Maggie Aspinall, Honored Support Staff; Clara Arvizu, Honored Educator; Carolyn Trumble, President’s Award; and all alumni teachers present The Alumni Association also presented the Maple Valley Memorial Members of the Vermontville Class of 1958 sing the Vermontville High School fight song after being recognized for the 50th anniversary of their graduation. Joyce Reed, Maple valley High, and Maple Valley Alternative Education students. Jr./Sr. Rocking Seats • All Digital Sound Free Drink Refills • 25c corn ref ilia BIG SCREE Carolyn Trumble receives the President’s Award from Alumni Association President Cheryl Sheridan in recog­ nition of her years of service as the secretary for Vermontville High School. except adult evening $6.50 (5) Stadium Seating Q No passes SHOWTIMES 6/5-6/12 O©KUNG FU PANDA (PG) 12:00, 2:20, 4:50, 7:00, 9:10 FRI/SATLS 11:20 ^Diana’s cP4?aee The Place to Gofor Professional Styling O®YOU DON’T MESS WITH THE ZOHAN (PG-13) 11:00,1:40, 4:15, 6:50, MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS 9:20 FRI/SATLS 11:50 O SEX AND THE CITY: THE MOVIE (R) 11:30, 3:00, 6:30, 9:40 INDIANA JONES AND THE KINGDOM OF Open Tuesday - Friday THE CRYSTAL SKULL (PG-13) 11:10,1:50, 4:30, 7:10, 9:50 S.E. Corner ofM-66 & Thomapple Lake Rd. Joe Harvey and his wife Virginia (Zakeshesky, Class of 1961) turn in their tickets for the 2008 Maple Valley Alumni Association Banquet to volunteers Pam Godbey and Carolyn Trumble. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT GRACE WORLD Come as you are but don't leave the same. BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Meet at Kalamo Twp. Hall 9617 E. Baseline Rd. OUTREACH CENTER 8960 Spore Ave. Vermontville, Ml 49096 Morning Service................ 10:30 a.m. Evening Service: (Every 1st & 3rd Sunday) 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) ...6 p.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study REV. DAWN GOODMAN Contact numbers: (517) 852-0896 or (517) 852-9606, leave message 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 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 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School .....................10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ............ 11 a.m. Evening Worship...... Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting........ ............. 6 ................... 7 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM 110 S. Main SL, Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG Wed. 5:30 p.m..................... Family Supper 6:00-7:15.............................. Pioneer Club Sun: 9:00.......................... Sunday School Church Service Fellowship 10: 00 11: 00 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 PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org 1-616-731-5194 or 1-517-852-1806. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School....................... 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship........................ 11 a.m. Evening Worship.......................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte .Night Service . .......... :45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Comer of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. Sunday A.M. Worship . . .10:30 a.m. Evening Worship......................... 6 p.m. Sunday Worship...................... 8:30 a.m Wednesday Evening at 6 p.m.: PASTOR JEFF SWIFT PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. 517-541-1144 PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Worship Senrices :00 & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages .. .10:30 a.m. Phone 517-852-1993 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 ml. south ofNashville) Sunday School..................................... 10 QUIMBY FATHER AL RUSSELL .UNITED METHODIST .. CHURCH PASTOR GEORGE GAY M-79 West 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday Schoo 10 a.m. Worship............. 11 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ..........................11 a.m. P.M. Service ............................... 7 p.m. Wed. Service ............................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Worship Service................ 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.................. 11:15 a.m. PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School.................... 9:45 a.m. Worship Service Sunday School...................... 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Sunday Mass......................... 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service.................................... 11:15 P.M. Service............................................. 6 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH (517)852-9154 203 N. State, Nashville 8593 Cloverdale Road PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) PASTOR MATT ROHDE CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 1-517-852-9481 Sunday Services: .................. 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer .............. 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion ....................... 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service ........ 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service . . .6:30 p.m. AWANA.................. 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville For more information call: PASTOR KATHY SMITH 795-2370 or Rt. Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies: United Methodist Women: 2nd Tues. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, June 7, 2008 — Page 3 Free family films start this week in Vermontville The entire community is invited to attend the Vermontville Township Library’s first free family film night at 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 10, inside the Vermontville Opera House, located at 211 S. Main St., across from the fire bam. Tuesday’s film will be the animated version of Charlotte’s Web. The rest of the summer schedule includes: June 24, Tom Sawyer (Disney version); July 8, Enchanted', July 22, The Princess Bride', Aug. 5, Nancy Drew; and Aug. 19, The Water Horse-Legend of the Deep. The film program was the brainchild of Vermontville Township Treasurer and Vermontville Women’s Club member JoeAnn Nehmer and made possible by memorial donations in honor of Cecil Valdick, which allowed for the purchase of a projector that can transmit images from a movie camera, com­ puter or DVD player, and a donation from The Revue, which purchased the Public Viewing License for the library, allowing it to show the movies. Bill Reynolds, director of The Revue which puts on several adult and children’s musicals each year in the opera house, said his group is “extremely happy” to support this latest community activi­ ty“Our organization is into doing everything we can to support the youth and arts in the community,” he said. “Vermontville Township has always been tremendous in supporting us by letting us use the opera house, and we support any community activity they support. “This is a great activity for people in the community to take advantage of, especially with today’s gas prices,” Reynolds added. “What can you do on summer evening? Come downtown and watch a free movie with the kids and get some pop and popcom.” Funds are also being gath­ ered by Vermontville Village Council President and Lions Club member Doug Kelsey to purchase a screen to be installed permanently in the Opera House. Donations also have been received from the Vermontville Lions Club, and the Vermontville Maple Syrup Association. Several businesses and individuals have approached the library staff offering donations for popcorn and pop, so the entire event will be free of charge to the resi­ dents of the community. Donors include Duey’s Comer and Vermontville Hardware. HUGHES, continued from page 1 ation is a milestone for them,” continued Hughes. “There will be a lot of milestone in your life; make the best of them.” Hughes, who coached jun­ ior varsity football for four years, and girls basketball and golf during his years in Maple Valley, said that life is like golf. “We never know how we’re going to do that day,” he related. “Sometimes you’ve got game, sometimes you don’t. And like golf, when things go wrong, you pick yourself up and go on. But, whatever you do, enjoy it. For 39 years, I have done it.” Hughes went on to say that after graduating from high school in Frankfurt, he earned his teaching degree from Central Michigan University. As a 21-year-old college graduate, his job search brought him to Maple Valley. He had a choice between joining the staff at Battle Creek Central or Maple Valley. He chose Maple Valley, he said, because it gave him an opportunity to coach. “Always think about mov­ ing on and doing the best that you can,” he admonished the students. “It’s not about how much money you can make... It’s about how you feel about yourself... Ask yourself, ‘Have I done the best I can?’... Have a passion for something... If you keep that in mind, you will always be successful.” Hughes later said that when he first came to Maple Valley, he hadn’t intended to stay more than a a year or two. During those two years, however, he made many friends and met his future wife, Ruth, who was also a teacher. “I met a lot of neat folks here,” said Hughes, “I always tell kids to pick something they like to do, and obviously I felt like I did that.” While the couple lived and raised their two daughters — Sarah, now an architect, and Samantha, who works for an insurance firm — in Maple Valley, Hughes pursued his interest in government. He served on the Nashville Village Council for 10 years, eight of them as president. Eaton County Sheriff visits “The Wall That Heals Eaton County Sheriff Mike Raines (center) visits “The Wall That Heals” Vietnam Later, Ruth started work­ Memorial with US Navy sailors, HTFA Sarah Larkin, a 2007 Charlotte High School ing for an insurance agency graduate (left) and ENFR Keyth Curnutt of Garland, Texas (right). Raines is showing and Hughes opened a book­ Larkin and Curnutt the name of one of his former classmates and friend, John Cotter store Hastings called Books of Potterville, who died in Vietnam. Sheriff Raines joined more then 500 motorcycle Etcetera, which he later sold before it was renamed Pages. patriots who escorted the Wall to Charlotte. ‘This was truly a humbling and moving But teaching was always experience. The passion and dedication of our men and women in uniform is out­ Hughes’ ’ main main passion. passion. standing,” he said. “I’m very grateful to all the service members and their families During his tenure at Maple who’ve made such selfless sacrifices to protect and defend our freedoms and this Valley, he taught seventh nation.” grade geography, seventh grade Michigan history, world history, world geogra­ phy, senior government, cur­ rent events, economics, and for the last 15 years U.S. his­ tory. “I taught a lot of subjects over 39 years, but that’s not unusual,” he said. For the last five years, Hughes has chaperoned the spring break senior trip to Washington, D.C., and every year, he has led the students on a trek to Haines Point on the Potomac River to see “The Awakening” a sculp­ ture by J. Seward Johnson, ■ t, Jr. of a 100-foot man trying to free himself from the Earth. Unbeknownst to Hughes, the sculpture had been sold in February and moved to National Harbor in Fort Washington, Md.,which led to a lot of goodnatured ribbing from the sen­ iors — even during their commencement addresses. The valedictorians, salutatorian and senior class presi­ dent all mentioned it as one of the highlights of their sen­ ior year. Hughes, who likes a good laugh, takes it all in stride. “I’m proud to have been your teacher, Class of 2008,” he told the students during his speech. “You’re done. You’ve made it this far. Now you have to decide where to take it. Hopefully, you’re going to take it to the place you want to be.” Hughes said later that he has no definite plans for his retirement other than doing some traveling with his wife. But, one can be assured that whatever he decides to do, it will be something he loves. Nashville Firemen --- PANCAKE SSAUSAGE BREAKFAST SATURDAY June 14th 7:00 A.M ADULTS $5.00 KIDS $3.00 UNDER 5: FREE 1:00 A.M �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, June 7, 2008 - Page 4 County program geared toward toddlers Chester Carl Beardslee ONEKAMA Chester “Chet” Carl Beardslee, 77, of Onekama, passed away Thursday, March 13, 2008, at West Shore Medical Center in Manistee. He was born August 15, 1930, in Diamondale, the son of Carl and Iris (Twitchell) Beardslee. Memorial services will be conducted at 3 p.m., Sunday, June 29,2008, at the Kalamo Church, in Kalamo, with Pastor Bryce Feighner offici­ ating. Interment will take place in the Hillside Cemetery in Kalamo. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. The Terwilliger Funeral Home, in Kaleva, is in charge of arrangements. www. terwill igerfuneralhome.com Washer tournament to support historic Bismark schoolhouse All prizes will be award the day of the tournament. A rain date will be selected the day of the tournament, should rain occur. Entry fees are $20 per two-person team. The game of washers is a fun, laid-back game sweep­ ing the nation and is similar to horseshoes in that contest­ ants throw an object (large washers) into an open box with a center target Two washers are thrown at a dis­ tance of 25 feet. Points are accumulated by being near the hole/cup, in the hole/cup, etc. Proceeds from the event will go toward renovation and maintenance of the Bismark Community Building, a historical oneroom schoolhouse originally built in 1861 to serve the Toddler Time in the Park will be held throughout Eaton County this summer. Bismark area located at the comers of Round Lake Road 11 — Olivet Memorial Park Delta Parents looking for some­ and Bismark Highway north The featured book this thing to do with their chil­ 18—Mulliken Village of Vermontville. summer will be Bob’s Big dren locally this summer Commons The Bismark Community Dig. Activities will include may be interested in Toddler 25—Potterville City Park Boosters is a nonprofit finger plays, music, reading Time in the Park. July organization. Toddler Time in the Park 2—Eaton Rapids Playground and planting. Children will For more information, will be held on Wednesdays ofDreams receive a free book along contact Tournament Director at 10 a.m. in various parks 16—Fitzgerald Park, Grand with a special plant project to June Jackson at (616) 450­ take home. around Eaton County. Ledge 8589. Parents with children from 23—Bellevue Washington Early Childhood birth to 5 years of age are Park Connections, Eaton County invited to join; older siblings 30—Vermontville illage Parks and Recreation and a are welcome to attend with Park grant from Eaton County the family. August United Way provide this free The scheduled dates and 6—Dimondale Lions Park activity in Eaton County. locations are: 13—Dean Park, Charlotte For more information, call General Federation All GFWC clubs across ship, her only hope is shelter June 20—Delta Mills Park, Cindy at( 517)541-8793 Women’s Club Vermontville the nation have taken domes­ for her and her children. The has taken on a project to sup­ tic violence as a project. last thing she would be ply personal care bags for “You can only imagine thinking oftaking is personal women and children in the when a woman makes the care products,” said JoAnn • Held first readings of and approve the annual audi­ Eaton County Siren Shelter. break of an abusive relation- Nehmer, chairman of this Supervisor Monte O’Dell special club project. that he turned in an insurance suggested changes regarding tor’s report before the June GFWC members from claim for damages totaling penalties for civil infractions, 26 deadline, hold a second Charlotte, Hastings and Gun $2,378 after a hit-and-run parking in village lots and reading on the ordinance 877-852-0106 Lake, along with members of driver damaged a lamppost the establishment of escrow amendments which had their Call Today - Reservations Filling Fast! first reading during the Vermontville, and resi­ and the sidewalk on South accounts. 975 N. Main (M-66), • Received a,letter from Thursday’s meeting and hear dents from the Vermontville Main Street. The council Nashville, MI passed Township a presentation from an community have made this unanimously a Vermontville Overlooking the beautiful project a success with their motion that ifthe person who inviting village officials to employee benefits represen­ Mulberry Fore donations. hit the lamppost was caught attend a Michigan Township tative. Golf Course Care bags sewn by club and convicted, the village Association picnic in the vil­ The next regular meeting member Sylvia Williams would seek full restitution. lage park on Monday, June of the Vermontville Village Council will be held at 7 p.m. were filled with shampoo, The village is offering a 23. conditioners, lotions and $500 reward for information • Scheduled a special Thursday, July 10. RESERVATIONS GUARANTEE SEATING soaps, toothpaste, tooth- leading to the conviction of council meeting for 6 p.m. Tuesday, June 24, to hear brushes and combs were the driver, Including... BBQ Ribs, Chicken Fried, Macaroni Salad, . Tater Salad, Cole Slaw, Baked Beans, Cottage Cheese, given to the Siren Shelter to Dessert, Chips & Salsa, Hot Vegetables. be distributed to those in With Coffee, Tea or Soft Drink need. , The club has donated 58 bags so far, said Nehmer. Come and celebrate Fathers Day “It is truly amazing the with us at Mulberry Gardens amount of items donated for WHERE EVERY MEAL IS A BANQUET. the project. I come home, Summer reading events the library lawn, at 10 a.m. p.m. Wednesday, June 25 PLEASE MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS TODAY AS THEY’RE and a bag of personal prod- get underway 6:30 Tuesday, on Mondays, June 16, 23, FILLING FASTI § teens are invited to attend the June 10, with Glow in the and 30 there will be summer Teen Advisory Group meetTOLL-FREE: 877-852-0106 www.muiberrvq.com See CARE, page 6 Dark Night All attendees reading events for family and will find a dark environment independent readers. At 1 See LIBRARY, page 7 at the library and a special beginning of summer story. Family readers will enjoy a glowing storytime while independent readers will do a 12 Days of Christmas by Nancy Halvorson; glow in the dark origami Large florals, batiks, soft florals, project. Several glow in the monotones, flannel prints & more. dark giveaways are planned. MSeveral other June events “Our Family Serving Yours* are planned. Wednesday, June 11, teens are invited to • Nashville’s Only Family Owned, Independently the library at 1 p.m. for Bugs Operated Funeral Home ® TO OUR & Bracelet Origami. ’ Fully Staffed Children’s Resource Room GRADS! Interested tweens and adults • Free Video Tribute • Barrier Free are welcome to attend as QUESTIONS: ASK US... »Ample Parking • Accommodations Up to 300 well. Saturday, June 14, is Nashville's annual car show 218 E. State St., Hastings • 945-9673 VI SA Scott A. Daniels and the library will be host­ 0PEN: Monday-Thursday 8 am-S:30 pm: & Family ing a art show and a book Ai Friday 8 am-7 pm; Saturday 9 am-5:30 pm fflWl MO 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville Owncr/Manager ^08692907 8692907 ___________ 07519073 -1 Hulst Cleaners Pick-tip Stat/on~|__ sale from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. on Area citizens will have an opportunity to enjoy healthy summertime competition while helping to preserve Michigan’s historic rural tra­ ditions at the Bismark Community Boosters’ first annual Bismark Community Washer Tournament at the Bismark Community Building (historic Bismark schoolhouse) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 28. Prize purses for the tourna­ ment will be 15 percent of take or $100 for first place, 10 percent of take or $75 for second place, and 5 percent of take or $40 for third place. GFWC Vermontville donates care packages COUNCIL, continued from page 1 Gardens Restaurant Fathers Day s10?i When the school year ends the fun at the library begins :★ Cotton Prints Good Selection on SALE TABLE __ (517)852-9712 AAA****»*M>**o<»*m,aa* �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, June 7,2008 — Page 5 Nashville car show offers free family fun by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Everyone is invited to visit Riverside Park in Nashville from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 14, for the Nashville and Area Merchants Annul Car Show. There is no admission charge for spectators at the show, which organizers say promis­ es fun for the whole family. In addition to the nearly 200 vintage automobiles, there will also be antique and classic tractors and motorcy­ cles on display. Spartan Motors of Charlotte also will display the first firetruck it built in 1975, and the Barry County Sheriffs Department will display its mobile unit. Those who wish to display a vehicle in the show pay an $8 entry fee which puts them in a drawing for more than 100 door prizes (spectators may purchase tickets for the door prize drawing if they choose). Two-hundred dash plaques will be given away, and more than 60 trophies will be awarded at 2 p.m. Nashville area merchants sponsor the trophies and have donated the door prizes. At 9 a.m., Nashville VFW Post 8260 will raise the American flag and members of the Maple Valley High School band will play the national anthem. Following the ceremony, DJ Kyle Christopher will provide oldies music for the rest of the event. The whole village gets involved in this annual event. There will be commu­ nity wide garage sales. Grace Community Church will have an inflatable bouncer for children, and there also will be face painting. Putnam District Library will host an art show and book sale, Marvin Hale will offer horse-drawn wagon rides, and local vendors will offer a variety of treats. Roush’s Sidewalk Cafe will sell pizza. Good Time Pizza will offer hot dogs, barbecue sandwiches, pop­ corn, pie and doughnuts. Moo-ville Creamery will be on hand to sell milk and ice cream. The VFW will sell pork sandwiches, and down at the fire bam the Castleton­ Maple Grove-Nashville Fire department will offer a pan­ cake breakfast from 7 to 11 a.m. In addition to tickets for the door prizes, spectators can purchase tickets for two 50/50 raffles, one at 10 a.m. and another at 2 p.m. and a raffle for a quilt made and donated by Mary Roush. Picnic tables will be set up under a canopy so car show spectators can enjoy a cool spot to eat and rest. A cart will be available to transport elderly or handicapped visi­ tors from the park to the library, fire bam or other downtown locations. New to the event is a clas­ sic and antique auto cruise. This year, after the trophies and plaques are awarded and the last raffle and door prizes given away, owners of vin­ tage vehicles who wish may participate in the cruise which will wend its way down Main Street to Reed Street, and to Curtis Road and down Sherman Street before ending at the VFW where there will be a pig roast. Each year, the Nashville Car Club donates $1,100 in proceeds from the car show to Nashville’s Wish Upon A Star Foundation which pro­ vides food and presents to area children in need at Christmas time. This year, the club will also donate a More than 100 door prizes will be given away at this year’s Nashville and Area Merchants Car Show. portion of its proceeds to Putnam District Library for its children’s room. The donation will be made in memory or Brenda Shoup, who was the library director before her untimely death. 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Main • Nashville 517.852.0845 toll free 87Z852.2601 •www.maplevalleyrx.com �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, June 7,2008 — Page 6 Skate park committee seeking bake sale volunteers Members of the Nashville Skate Park Committee are seeking volunteers to pro­ vide cookies and other baked goods for a fundraiser during the Nashville Car Show, Saturday, June 14. All funds from the bake SOM NEWS sale will go toward construc­ tion of a skate park which has been proposed for Riverside Park in Nashville, behind the businesses on the west side of M-66. Nashville Police Officer Mike Shapley, who heads the committee, said the Nashville Planning and Zoning Commission has already given its approval for pro­ posed site on the south end of the park near the comer of Water Alley and Sherman Street. The Skate Park Committee hopes to receive approval from the Nashville Village Council, during its CARE, continued from page 4 Hummels to celebrate golden wedding anniversary Marvin and Gloria Hummel of Grand Ledge were married 50 years ago on June 7, 1958 at the Methodist Church of Nashville. They have three children: Kevin Hummel, Kerry (Tanya) Hummel and Karen Hummel. They have eight grandchildren. Cards are welcome. Their address is 645 Church St., Grand Ledge, Ml 48837. They will be having a small party later. ucts will be on my porch, or I get a call from the library saying they have a bag to be picked up,” she added. “Most of the time, I don’t even know who donated, the bags just appear. GFWC Vermontville will continue the project as long as donations come in. Meijers of Grand Ledge donated a gift card to pur­ chase toothpaste and brush­ es. Anyone interested in join­ ing GFWC Vermontville may call President Cheryl Sheridan at 517-726-0614. Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 7 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 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 - ABR...................................................................... Home 517-852-5066 Rick Winegar, Realtor - GRI e-PRO............................................................. Cell 269-838-2884 JUST LISTED: ON ONE ACRE THORNAPPLE LAKE - $88.90011 SOUTH OF VERMONTVILLE Shows like new, 1998 mfg.H hoommere, central air, double lot. Call Homer. (LK-26) 'In the country!' 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Area business owners to meet All interested Vermontville area business owners are invited to attend a meeting at 7 p.m. Thursday, June 12, on the patio of the Maple Leaf Inn, 298 S. Main St., Vermontville, v_>£lA✓ of Events SOCIAL NEWS Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Hearty Menu Monday, June 9 Hamburger, diced carrots, Brussels sprouts, applesauce, hamburger bun. Tuesday, June 10 Taco bake, com, stewed tomatoes, pineapple/orange juice, tortilla. Wednesday, June 11 Pizza casserole, winter blend veggies, diced peaches, wheat bread. Thursday, June 12 Meatloaf, mashed potatoes, mixed vegetables, banana, wheat bread. Friday, June 13 Turkey ala king, rice, Redskin potatoes, Calif, blend veggies, applesauce. Cold Menu Monday, June 9 Ground bologna, cucumber salad, tropical fruit, wheat bread. Tuesday, June 10 Meatloaf, marinated veg­ etables, mixed fruit, wheat bread. Wednesday, June 11 Egg salad, sweet and sour carrots, mandarin oranges, wheat bread. Thursday, June 12 Calif. Reuben spread, broccoli raisin salad, diced pears, rye bread. Friday, June 13 Ham and pasta salad, American cheese, Spanish bean salad, pineapple and mandarin oranges. Activities Calendar Monday, June 9: Hastings - Music with sam; Crafts 10:30 a.m.; Card Making 12:30 p.m.; Kinship Care 7 p.m. Delton -Nashville 5 11:30 a.m. Woodland Mini Massage 11a.m. H,W,N - Remini-scence. Tuesday, June 10: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Beg. Line Dance 11 a.m.; Bocce Ball 10:30 a.m. GL - MSU Extension 1 p.m. “Making our Homes Greener”. Wednesday, June 11: Hastings - Music/Nails; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m.; Low Vision Support 1:30 p.m. Delton - Reminiscence Older Michiganian’s Day Delegates to Lansing. Thursday, June 12: Hast­ ings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Beg. Line Dance 11 a.m. Delton - Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville - TV Time. Friday, June 13: Hast­ ings - Exercise 9 a.m.; Mixed Media Paint 9:30 a.m.; Model Railroad; Father’s Day Party “Extreme Trivia Challenge” 10:30 a.m. Woodland - Visiting. Maters to celebrate golden wedding anniversary On Saturday, June 14, 2008 John and Lucille Mater will celebrate 50 years of marriage. They were married in 1958 at the Hastings First Methodist Church. The couple has lived and worked on their family farm in Nashville for all of their married life. They will celebrate their golden anniversary with their six children: Kathy (Scott) Casler, Candace (Gary) Newton, John (Melissa) Mater, Alan (Trudy) Mater, Joe (Emily) Mater, Janice (Scott) Stickles and their 20 grandchildren. Cards of congratulations may be sent to their home at 10641 E. State Road, Nashville, Ml 49073. Family Movie Night at the _ Opera House in Vermontville Admission... Popcorn & POP. ... FREE ........... FREE SAVE THE DATES: JUNE 10 CHARLOTT'S WEB (animated) rated G JUNE 24 TOM SAWYER rated G JULY 8 ENCHANTED rated PG JULY 22 THE PRINCESS BRIDE rated PG AUGUST 5 NANCY DREW 1 rated PG AUGUST 19 THE WATER HOURSE LEGEND OF THE DEEP, rated PG All shows start 7:00 pm, doors open at 6:45. Children under the age of 9 must be accomanied by an adult. —. __ _ ___ 1 06673356 I | �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, June 7, 2008 — Page 7 Nashville blood drive Thursday The Barry County Red Cross will hold a blood drive in Nashville from 1 to 6:45 p.m. Thursday, June 12, at Mulberry Gardens Restaurant and Banquet Facility, 975 N. Main St. Doreen Dean, Nashville blood drive chairperson, said the Red Cross has a great need for both O-positive and O-negative blood. Donors must be at least 17 years of age, weigh a mini­ mum of 110 pounds and be in reasonably good health. All donors at the June blood drive in Nashville will receive strawberry shortcake. SOCIAL NEWS LIBRARY, continued from page 4ing to plan for. future events at the library. At 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 1, a guest speaker from Pierce Cedar Creek Institute will discuss worm composting at the library. This event is for all ages. For more information about these events, contact the library (517)852-9723 or visit the library's blog at www.putnamlibrary.blogspo t.com. OPEN. 7 DAYS A WEEK 24 HOURS NASHVILLE** (EXPRESS You’re In, You’re Out... 133 S. Main 5^^868 You re e § i Grocery Store Pricing With Party Store Convenience! SALE MON. JUNE 9 JUNES TUE. JUNE 10 WED. JUNE 11 THUR. JUNE 12 FRI. JUNE 13 sw. JUNE 14 2% MILK GALLON 99 Limit 2 RED BABY POTATOES CARROTS Clark-VanZandt Rodney and Lori VanZandt of Nashville along with Barbara Clark also of Nashville are pleased to announce the engagement of their children, Ryan VanZandt and Amy Clark. The bride-to-be is a 2005 graduate of Maple Valley High School and is currently employed at the Eaton Lynn and Lori Denton to County Medical Care celebrate silver wedding anniversary Facilit y in Charlotte. The groom-to-be is a 2005 Lynn and Lori Denton will be celebrating their 25th graduate of Maple Valley wedding anniversary on June 18, 2008. They were High School and is currently united in marriage on June 18, 1983. employed at Bradford White Their children include Jonathan and Stacey of in Middleville. Nashville, Jenna of Steamboat, Colo., Jordan and A 2008 fall wedding is Jonah of Nashville. They have one grandchild, Braden being planned. Denton. They celebrated their anniversary with a Caribbean cruise. Congratulations! 5 Lbs. BEEF = PATTIES Lb MILLER SPLIT FRYERS 1 Lb. KRAFT MIRACLE WHIP 2/$A00 IGA SALAD DRESSING 2/$9OO 226 N. Main • Nashville 517-852-1757 ■ Full-Service Hair, Nail & Tanning Salon L Wn Street Islon JJune JVaiC Special! 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MM-Midnight: Sun. 9AM-10PM mm-iopm, Bridge Cards » WIC �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, June 7,2008 - Page 8 A Tween’s Guide \o Surviving Summer ga I Summer Survival Tips FAMILY FEATURES o more classes, no more books ... school’s out and kids face an entire summer of freedom. Of sun and fun and hanging out. It’s awesome! For about a week. Then come two words parents dread: I’m bored. These two words can be particularly troublesome for the parents oftweens — kids between the ages ofnine and 12. They’re too young to get summer jobs andjust old enough to get into mischief ifleft alone too long. Left to their own devices, they just might try food experiments that leave your kitchen a wreck and your taste buds in knots. And there are hours and hours — and hours — oftelevision to watch or video games to turn them into unblinking, thumb twitching couch potatoes. Parents don’t need to supervise every minute of summer vacation, but having some kind of survival plan will make the lazy days of summer not so lazy and a lot more fun. And for best results, take some time with your tween to brainstorm ideas together. The more they participate in planning, the less eye rolling they’ll do. Boredom Busters ■ Day Trippin’. Local parks and recreation organizations, community centers and even museums offer day camps that cover everything from sports and science to arts and nature. ■ Brain Builders. Ifthere’s a subject your tween needs brushing up on, or ifthere’s a special interest they’d like to learn more about, check with tutoring centers and public schools about classes. ■ Check It Out. Libraries usually have summer reading programs and mb mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mmt mm mm mm mm ess mm mm mi mm mm mb mm mm mm mm mm bm mm even book clubs. After meeting a reading goal, they can win a prize. ■ Get Wet. Have a weekly water day in your back yard. Super soaker battles, slip-n-slides and water bal­ loon fights can keep a bunch ofkids happy for hours. Tweens are often keenly aware that the fun stuffthey want to have or do costs money. And that they don’t have a lot ofit. They can’t get ajob, so how can they use their summer vacation to have fun and make money? David Borgenicht and Robin Epstein, authors of The Worst Case Scenario Survival Handbook: Junior Edition, have some good ideas for many tween situations. Here are some ways they suggest kids can get more dough: ■ Go couch diving. Couch cushions are a magnet for loose change. This is one case where cleaning some­ thing literally pays off. ■ Do odd jobs. Water flowers, fan your family, wash the car ... there are loads ofways to help out. Work out a pay rate before starting. ■ Teach old folks how to use electronic equipment. Some parent or grandparent surely needs help mastering their laptop or cell phone. Surviving summer with a tween really can be fun. Put your heads together and see how many great ways you can find to answer the question of “Now what? | । 1 I | | | Summer means outdoor adventures. Here are some tips to surviving some common summer situations. How to Deal With Poo on Your Shoe Washing the Family Car You really stepped in it this time ... and boy does it stink! Here’s what to do: ■ Do the “scrape, scrape, twist.” To get the top layer of poo offyour shoe, find the nearest curb and scrape your shoe — from heel to toe — against it. Repeat. Step in a shallow puddle ifyou can find one. Locate a clean patch of sidewalk or grass and twist your foot around it to loosen the deeper levels ofdoo in your shoe. ■ Use a shoe shovel. Take the sharp end .ofthe stick or the blunt point ofa pencil and dig it through the grooves in your sole. Wipe it on the ground or on a piece ofpaper that you’ll throw out later. ■ Check for skid marks. After -giving your shoe a once­ over with a damp paper towel, drag the shoe across a dry Whether you’re made to do it or you choose to do it for some extra money, here’s how to get the car clean. ■ Make bubbles. Put your soap in a large, clean plastic bucket, then fill it with cool or warm water. Hot water isn’t good for the finish ofthe car. ■ Hose her down. Remove excess dirt on the surface of the car before you start the real washing process. Spray the car with a hose, starting from the roofand working your way down, just enough to get it damp. Don’t use high pressure because it can scratch the finish. ■ Suds it up. Dunk your sponge or wash mitt into the soapy water, getting it good and sudsy. Start cleaning the car from top to bottom, roofto wheels. Hose it down again to remove any traces of soap. ■ Pat that baby dry. Get a few old cotton towels and gently blot the car’s surface. Start at the top, and be gentle. You don’t want to risk hurting the finish ofthe car you worked so hard to get looking good. The WORST-CASE SCENARIO Survival Handbook: 8 I Junior Edition I I I I i By David Borgtmchi and Robin Epttan rWr/Iff'iari /ftr * I I I & paper towel as a test. If it’s skid-mark free, your work is done. Ifit leaves a trail, wipe it offand test again. afa All tips courtesy of The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook: Junior Edition, from Chronicle Books. For more, visit www.chroniclebooks.com/worstcase. How to Survive a Canine Encounter They say dog is man’s best friend. But even best friends get snappy sometimes. Here’s how to handle a pooch like a pro. ■ Ask the owner before petting a pup. Since all dogs have different personalities, it’s important to ask the owner if the dog is friendly. You never know: that innocent look­ ing pup could have a ferocious bite. ■ Say yes to sniffing. One ofthe ways a dog gets to know people is by sniffing them. So ifyour new four-legged friend starts nosing up to you, don’t be scared, just hold the back ofyour hand out to him so he can catch your scent. ■ Pet under the chin or on the chest. Once you’ve gotten permission, you should first stroke the dog on her chin or chest so she can keep an eye on your hands. Ifyou pat the top ofher head, she might think you’re about to hit her. ■ Step away from the bone. Leave her alone when she’s eating or chewing on a bone. She might think you’re trying to take away her supper. M �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, June 7,2008 — Page 9 Language studies opens doors for Maple Valley grad by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Scott Setchfield. a 2004 graduate of Maple Valley High School, recently received his bachelor of arts degree from Central Michigan University with a double major in sociology and Spanish. He will start his graduate studies in sociology in the fall at Indiana University in Bloomington, where he has been awarded a fellowship and full-tuition reimbursement. Setchfield, who took four Scott Setchfield of Vermontville receives • a bachelor’s degree from Central Michigan University. From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Call to state can bump bingo To the editor: I wanted to respond to Pam Sherman's letter in the Maple Valley News regard­ ing my father “Bug” Maurer's funeral dinner. In Pam's letter, she stated that the VFW tried to accommo­ date the Maurer family. The VFW offered us the luncheon at the VFW at 2:30 COBBWEUMIUIM (REPAIR • • • • 7 Day Service Pumps Installed & Repaired Service On Submersible Pumps 2" - 5" Well Drilling and Repair 30 years Experience Estimates Available 517-726-0377 356 N. Pease F Vermontville Richard Cobb David Cobb Ml Uc. #1746 p.m., my father's funeral ended at 1 p.m. The VFW told us we could wait for the luncheon in the VFW park­ ing lot or the bor. That may be acceptable to some, but yes, to the Maurer family, it was unacceptable to ask fam­ ily and friends, some who had traveled a long distance, to wait for an hour and a half in a parking lot before the funeral luncheon. We were told the reason the dinner could not take place at the VFW at the time my father had planned was because ofbingo and that the VFW could not cancel bingo because of a state law requir­ ing two weeks' notice prior to cancellation. If the VFW had seriously wanted to accommodate my family, it would have required a five- WE BUY SCRAP METALS Cars, Trucks, Buses, Old Farm Equipment, Bulk Tanks, Coolers. ALSO BUYING OLD BATTERIES. 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Since many in the Maurer family are veterans, we do understand and Appreciate what the National VFW does for veterans. In this case, we do not feel that the Nashville VFW Post truly tried to accommodate my family. The fact that no one even attempted to find out if they could cancel bingo, which would have taken all of five minutes, shows to me a lack of respect and caring for my father's wishes. Donald Maurer, Dundee CASA for Kids golf outing June 21 CASA for Kids, Inc. will host its annual golf outing Saturday, June 21, at Centennial Acres Golf Course in Sunfield to benefit the volunteer-based, non­ profit organization that advocates for the rights of chil­ dren who have been removed from their homes due to abuse or neglect. These specially trained advocates are assigned to children by the presiding judge to speak for the best interests of the child. The All dinners include potatoes, soup & salad bar. See CASA, next page years of Spanish at Maple Valley High School, said his language studies have opened doors for him. When Setchfield enrolled in CMU, he took a Spanish placement test, was given eight credits toward his col­ lege graduation requirements, and was given advanced placement In 2006, Setchfield went to Chile, where he studied history, anthropology and sociology in regular classes at the Universidad Austral de Chile. “Studying abroad allowed me to become completely flu­ ent in Spanish and be friends with people that I otherwise couldn’t have conversed with,” he said. “I got to expe­ rience a different way oflife.” Setchfield said that living in a developing country such as Chile was an eye-opening experience. “The country is poorer and the people get by on less and that changes what has mean­ ing,” he said. “The people don’t have much at all but they are willing to share, to give all they have, completely.” He added that the culture in Chile is much less individ­ ualistic than it is in America. “At the university, there is more connection to all their Food distributions set for June 17 Dependability The monthly Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) distribution will take place Tuesday, June 17, at Thomapple Valley Church, 2750 S. M-43 Highway, Hastings. Distribution will take place from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. only. The monthly CSFP distri­ bution is a box of food designed for qualifying sen­ iors and mothers, infants and children. Each box provides approximately $50 worth of food including items such as cereal, canned fruit, juice, canned vegetables, canned meat, pasta, evaporated milk, a two-pound box of cheese and dried beans or peanut butter. Any income-eligible per­ son age 60 or older, or income-eligible persons under age 60 with proof of children under age 6 residing in the home may sign up. Individuals should contact the Branch County CAA office 269-948-4260 to schedule an appointment to complete an application. The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) distribution will take place at the same time. Call the Community Action Agency office at 1-877-422­ 2726 or visit online at www.CAASCM.org. fellow students, not just the ones that are their fiends.” he said. “If I hadn’t studied Spanish learning, this is an opportunity that wouldn’t have materialized,” said Setchfield. Setchfield said that while he currently plans to become a sociology professor after his graduate studies, Spanish may also continue to indirectly benefit his career path by allowing him to work with the growing Latino population. “It will continue to benefit me, either directly or indi­ rectly,” he concluded. httssle Is A Very fool Thing BEAT THE HIGH COST OF FUEL OIL! High-density air fil­ m with any switch oil furnace to gas before 6/30/08. llllllllll A $200 VALUE ... On Heil. CALL NOW! 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Nashville DPW » ATTENTION VILLAGE RESIDENTS ELECTION NOTICE It is time to think about the village election that will be held on November 4, 2008. For those residents interested in serving as a Nashville Village official, the following positions will be on the ballot: Council Trustees (3 seats) 4 year terms Eligibility: Must be a resident and a registered voter in the Village ofNashville. Nominating petitions can be obtained from the Castleton Township Clerk, Lorna Wilson at the township office located at 915 Reed. The Township Clerk will be available to assist with any questions regarding nomination peti­ tions. The deadline for filing petitions with the clerk is 4:00pm on August 12,2008. 02692867 disabled children in Haiti. The sale will be held Friday, June 13 and Saturday, June 14 at 725 Washington St. in Nashville. Sessions has lived in Port Au Prince, Haiti for more than two years and provides physical therapy services to disabled children in that county, considered to be the poorest country in the Western Hemisphere. Proceeds from the yard sale will go to Sessions’ non­ profit organization called Anceri Care. “The disabled children in Haiti are often considered ‘throw-a-ways.’ The culture does not value the life of a child who is disabled,” Sessions said. “These chil­ dren are abandoned by their families in trash piles or at the steps of orphanages and hospitals. In Haiti, there is stigma and superstition with the belief that these children are cursed by the devil or that the disability is evil and contagious. The belief is that these children are not worthy of love and attention, let alone positive life changing interventions.” The vision for Anceri Care is to provide consistent intervention that will not only provide direct treatment to the child, but also provide family and caregiver training to decrease the stigma and fear associated with handi­ caps and increase the ability of families to care for their children. Sessions has seen much progress with the physical therapy she has given her patients and the family train- See CHARITY, page 12 CASA, continued from previous page volunteers give a voice and hope to an abused child. “Please support CASA for Kids by attending our annual golf scramble with friends and joining us a sponsor of this event,” said CASA Board President Sheree Newell. “Be a hole sponsor for $150, which will provide a pin flag with your name at the event. Or gather up a four-person team for $240 and join us at the (un­ filled event Leaders and participants in the program work hard to ensure that children receive the protection and services available to them when they are most vulnerable. “Please accept our invita­ tion, extended on behalf of Leaf drop, spots common with local maple trees Maple trees across the area are dropping large numbers of samaras (seeds) on gardens, decks and gutters. The reason for this is the extended drought of2007 that caused so much stress on trees. The trees respond by pro­ ducing plenty of seed pods to ensure survival. It is more of a nuisance than anything else; there is no long-term treat to the well being of the tree, said George Silva, Agriculture and Natural Resources educator with Eaton County MSU Extension. Get ready to rake, sweep and pull maple seedlings over the next few weeks, suggested Silva. If sugar maple trees are dropping large numbers of leaves in early June, it is probably due to the feeding of maple petiole borer. Though the condition may be somewhat alarming, it has little effect on tree health. The tiny larva will tunnel inside the petiole which will eventually break a short dis­ tance from the leaf blade. The break region is usual­ ly blackened. A small petiole stub remains attached to the tree. If however, the petiole broke away cleanly at the base where it is attached to the tree, it was probably caused by wind damage. No chemical intervention is recommended. In most years, natural enemies will control the pest, added Silva. If the upper surface of the maple leaf is covered with red, round, wart-like struc- tures (about 1/16-inch diam­ eter) or has greenish-white spindle galls, it is caused by the feeding of a small mite. Apart from the mere aesthet­ ic damage and possible early leaf fall, this feeding does no significant damage to the overall health of the maple tree, he said. Almost every summer, maple leaves can develop black spots on them that look like tar. Tar spot on maple is not actually "tar," but rather a fungal disease. Symptoms first appear in late spring or early summer when infected leaves develop light green or yellow-green spots. During mid- to late summer, black tar-like raised structures are formed on these spots. Tar spot diseases seldom are detrimental to the overall health oftrees. Tar spots may cause premature defoliation, but are not known to kill maple trees. Tar spot dis­ eases are best managed by raking and destroying fallen leaves because the fungi overwinter on leaves. the Barry and Eaton Counties CASA for Kids Board of Directors, volun­ teers and children, to support this worthy cause,” said Newell. All donations are tax­ deductible and will be acknowledged. 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Full Line of Indoor Air Quality Products • FREE Estimates £ �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, June 7, 2008 — Page 11 It takes ten innings for Olivet softball to top Lions in district The Eagles needed extra extra innings to get by the Lions. Maple Valley’s varsity girls’ softball team battled back from a 2-0 deficit, with runs in the sixth and seventh, then came from behind in the bottom of the eighth inning to tie things up again in their Division 3 District semifinal contest with Olivet Saturday at Leslie. The Lions though ran out of answers as the Eagles scored two more runs in the top ofthe tenth for a 5-3 vic­ tory that advanced them to the district championship game. There the Eagles took a 6-1 victory over Springport. “Yes, we came up short, but I feel the girls pulled together and played a great game. Not too many district games for Maple Valley in past years have gone 10 innings,” said Lion head coach Mary Lesage. “Markelle Brumm played probably her best game of her senior year Saturday. She gave it her all and it showed in her last high school game. This can be an emotional time for these girls, but they all played a great game.” Olivet jumped in front 2-0 in the top of the second inning Saturday. A couple walks by Lion pitcher Cedie Angus, a couple stolen bases, and a single pushed the two runs across. Score remained 2-0 until sixth inning when the Lions got on the scoreboard for the first time. Tina Westendorp started the rally with a single, then moved around on a base hit by Brumm and a RBI sin­ gle from Bailey Flower Page Semrau started the Lion’s game-tying rally in the bottom of the seventh, with a double. She moved to third on a sacrifice but from Jordan Beachnau then came home on an Eagle error. Both teams scored once in the first extra frame,- with CALENDAR OF EVENTS June 7 June 8 June 9 June9 June 10 June 10 June 12 June 16 June 16 June 17 June 18 June 18 June 19 June 19 June 24 June 26 June 28 June 29 July 1 July 2 Open Horse Show, 8:30 a.m., Expo Center. Open Speed Show, 9:30 a.m., Expo Center. Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Expo Center. Rendezvous Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Extension Office. Master Gardener Executive Committee Meeting,. 6 p.m. . Exploration Days Orientation Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Dairy Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. County Shoot Mandatory Meeting, 7 p.m., Barry County Conservation Club. Master Gardener Spring Workshop, 6-9 p.m., Ewing Garden Center and Landscaping. Walk/Trot Fun Horse Show, 6:30 p.m., Expo Center. 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7 p.m., Courts & Law Building Conference Room. Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. County Shoot Mandatory Meeting, 7 p.m., Barry County Conservation Club. Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Master Gardener Assoc. Meeting/Potluck, 6 p.m., Demo Gardens (Courts & Law Building if rain). Fair Preparation Day, 8 a.m., Barry County Fairgrounds. Steer Live Carcass Evaluation, 7 p.m., Expo Center. Swine Carcass Live Evaluation, 7 p.m., Expo Center. Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Brooke Cornwell coming home for the Lions in the bottom of the inning to tie the game up once again. “Moving players around the week before districts, helped make our infield strong knowing Olivet is a hitting team,” said Lesage. “It worked. Our infield played the best I have seen them play all season.” Cassie Knauss moved from first to third for the Lions, with Westendorp tak­ ing over at first. Beachnau, who was an early season call-up from the junior varsi­ ty, had played second base and left field in her time on the varsity. Lesage finally settled on putting Beachnau in left and leaving Brumm at second. “In the end, leaving Markelle Brumm at second and Beachnau in left worked well,” Lesage said. “Brumm probably played the best game in her career Saturday. It was a good decision to leave her at second.” In the top of the tenth inning, the Eagles finally found a way around the solid defensive effort. They hit it where the Lions weren’t. Five hits and a Lion error helped the Eagles plate the game winning runs. Angus, back from a back injury, took the loss for the Lions. “Having her back On the mound was big for us,” Lesage said. “She had only two strike outs, but at this time frame in the season you don't see that many strike outs especially by a hitting team as Olivet. I amjust glad she was able to throw and she threw a good game.” “I have enjoyed working with every one of these girls this year,” Lesage said. “They made my first year at the varsity level a good one. Hopefully they all come back next year. Markelle Brumm, our only senior, will be missed by all. She is a good player and it is hard to replace someone who has played varsity for four years.” “We can only looked for­ ward to improving all aspects of the game for next year. The brainstorming has already started. With my love for the game, the mind never stops thinking about how we can improve.” GREAT GIFTS FOR FATHER’S DAY - SUNDAY, JUNE 15™ POWER TOOLS, HAND TOOLS, GENERATORS, PRESSURE WASHERS, MEN’S JACKETS, LEATHER TOTE DAGS, HUNTING & FISHING SUPPLIES TRACK, continued Keith Curtis won both those events, taking the 110’s in 14.71 and the 300 hurdles in 39.33. Thurlby is the first Maple Valley athlete to medal in four events at the finals. Thurlby, Burd, and Morehouse are all juniors. In fact, Wymer is the lone sen­ ior who regularly contributed points on the track for the Lions during the season. “We’re licking our chops for next year already,” Lincoln said. Seniors played a bigger role for the Maple Valley girls’ team this season. Senior Dani Christensen was a part of the top two finishes for the Lion ladies on the day. She was third in the 300-meter low hurdles with a time of 46.38, and teamed with senior Lauren Pierce, and juniors Mallorie Densmore and Elizabeth Stewart to place third in the 400-meter relay with a time of 51.36. That same foursome also placed fourth in the 800meter relay with a time of 1:47.86, just .16 seconds behind the third place team from Delton Kellogg who they competed against in the Kalamazoo Valley Association this season. Shepherd’s team of Stephanie Snyder, Alison Jerome, Sarah Frisbey, and Cady Sandel won the 800meter relay in 1:46.93. The Ann Arbor Gabriel Richard team ofBeck Meagher, Susie Pauley, Megan Mclntrye, and Kristen Gancalves won the 400-meter relay in 51.13, after finishing second in the 800-meter relay. Those two relay perform­ ances helped Gabriel Richard to the team champi­ onship, with 50 points. Leroy-Pine River was sec­ ond with 42, followed by Frankenmuth 39.5, Flint Hamady 39, Grand Rapids West Catholic 32, Hemlock 30.5, Albion 27, Benzie Central 25, Monroe St. Mary Catholic Central 24, Stockbridge 22, StandishSterling 20, and Maple Valley 19.5, Schoolcraft 19, Shepherd 17, and Gladwin Olivet tops Lions, then one of three KVA teams to win district Olivet put an end to the Maple Valley varsity base­ ball team’s season Saturday, scoring an 11-1 win in the Division 3 district semifinals at Leslie. The Eagles scored twice in the bottom ofthe first inning, then exploded for six runs in the third inning to take com­ mand of the game. Maple Valley managed just one hit off of Eagle pitcher Adam Woodbury, a double by Kyle Fisher. Woodbury earned the win on the mound, while Fisher took the loss. Fisher allowed six hits and eight earned runs in two innings of work. Deven Meade and Michael Paisley both pitched in relief for the Lions, allow­ ing three runs over the next three innings to see the Eagles end the game in five innings. Maple Valley ends the season with a record of 9-22. Olivet went on to score a 16-5 win over Leslie in the district championship game, and will play in this Saturday’s regional tourna­ ment at Lansing Catholic. The Eagles face the host Cougars in one semifinal, while Wyoming Lee and Parchment meet in the other. The Lions ended the Kalamazoo Valley Association season with a record of 2-12. The district round of the post-season tournament once again showed how tough the league really was. Olivet, Parchment, and Kalamazoo Christian all scored district titles in Division 3 last week­ end. 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Open Father’s Day Sun., June Ceiblenntw e7 7e - n—n w- - &eBf foeod w •w Tools • HSuper uepaeltrh Pri Aridtes! eess • Over Runs • Beni & Dented • Salvage Items 15 iin the top 15. Maple Valley also had a state medallist in the field, where Stacey Fassett fin­ ished in a tie for sixth place in the pole vault by clearing 9-6. Gladwin’s Elizabeth Willford won that event at 11-3. Three athletes won two individual state champi­ onships on the boys’ side, Curtis, Allendale’s Zack Hill who won the discus at 175-5 and the shot put at 60-7.5, and Ovid-Elsie’s Maverick Darling who won the 1600 in 4:16.97 and the 3200 in 9:18.98. There was also a two-time winner on the girls’ side in the throws. StandishSterling’s Ashlyn Gulvas took the discus at 130-3 and the shot put at 44-6.25. Sprinters Amelia Bannister of Albion and Kelsey Ritter of Frankenmuth both also won two titles. Bannister took the 800 in 2:16.42 and the 100 in 12.21. Ritter won the 200 in 25.55 and the 400 in 58.21. O> | �Just Say *As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday. June 7,2008 — Page 12 Putnam Fear Factor event draws crowds The bugs officially moved into Putnam District Library in Nashville Saturday. May 31. Children of all ages and their families filled the library to sign up for the summer reading program Austin Zank enjoys Fear Factor event. books they read. and enjoy a ‘buggy’ buffet Teens are encouraged to Visitors tasted creamed grasshoppers, maggots and join the metamorphosis read­ beetles, worm dogs, din cake, ing program and contract and praying mantis pizza (com­ with a librarian to reach a reading pliments of Roush's Sidewalk self-determined Cafe). Then, they rinsed it all goal. Adults are welcome to down with bug juice. Putnam District Library join in and play Bug-O, a director Shauna Swantek summertime version of reported that more than 50 bingo. All levels will read people signed up to read and for prizes and opportunities enjoyed the balloon bug art to enter grand prize draw­ decorating the library done ings. To sign up, or for fur­ ther information about the by Susan Kopka and family. Gage Rohde was the win­ reading program, contact the ner of the drawing for a but­ library. Putnam District Library terfly house. Registration for the serves the Village of and Assyria, “Catch the Reading Bug!” Nashville summer reading program Castleton, and Maple Grove continues at the library. townships. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 Families with young children Monday and may sign up as family read­ p.m. ers and log time they read to Wednesday; 3 to 8 p.m. or with their young children. Tuesday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. School-aged children may Friday; and 9 a.m. to noon sign up as independent read­ Saturday. Visitors are always ers and log the number of welcome. Young readers sample the ‘buggy’ buffet. Task force addressing impaired driving, underage drinking The Barry County Substance Abuse Task Force (SATF) has been awarded a special grant to fond programs addressing alcohol-related traffic crashes and fatalities along with underage drinking in Barry County. This grant comes from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Agency and is passed down to local communities by the Michigan Office of Drug Control Policy and by the Regional Substance Abuse Coordinating Agency, Kalamazoo Community Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services. This grant will be utilized throughout the state to address the issue of alcoholrelated traffic crashes, fatalities and underage drinking. Local data has shown Barry County has experienced an increase in alcohol-related traffic crash Dependable, damage-free • Lockouts • Tire Service • Accident Recovery • Long-Haul towing! BOBBIN'S 6 Off-Road 945-0191 Call: JeffDobbin or Chris VanZalen DOBBINS JEFF DOBBIN S UWMWIll J AUTO SERVICE, INC. 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Jeff Patton, executive director of Kalamazoo Community Mental Health and Substance Abuse POOL CARE PRODUCTS Services, said, “The best use of funds for our citizens is implementing programs that ultimately save lives.” Liz Lenz, coordinator of the Substance Abuse Task Force in Barry County, said she embraces this challenge of addressing the inappropriate use of alcohol. “This task force has worked together before to successfully address the issue of methamphetamine,” she said. “Our strength comes from working together and believing we can and will make a positive difference.” The Substance Abuse Task Force currently has representation from more than 25 Barry County agencies and organizations. Membership is wide and varied and includes law enforcement, health and human services, health care and many other sectors. SATF members are considered vital community Gage Rohde, winner of the butterfly house drawing, partners in promoting poses with his mom, Angela, and sister, Noelle. community change. For more information about planned activities | VOTE August S focused on inappropriate use of alcohol, impaired driving and underage drinking in the Barry County area, call Lenz at 269-945-1387. MARK Now i Available! Liquid Chlorine . 1 Gallon V CHARITY, continued from page 10------- ENGLERTH' For Drain Commissioner 06673258 aid for by committee to elect Mark Englerth, 505 W. Apple Street, Hastings, Ml 4905 ing sessions. Next Saturday’s yard sale will help continue the outreach program. “Many wonderful dona­ tions have been received of household items, children’s A toys and furniture (for the sale),” said a spokesperson. Sessions is a 1994 gradu­ ate of Maple Valley High School. She attended Michigan State University, Rhode Island and USC where she earned a doctorate in physical therapy. 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M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 136-No. 24, June 14, 2008 A local paper oftod Class size concern raised during budget hearing by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter When the Maple Valley Board of Education held a public hearing Monday evening on its proposed budget for the 2008-09 school year, most of the con­ cerns expressed by parents and teachers who attended the meeting centered on class size at Fuller Street Elementary. “If there are more than 25 students in a class I would like to see a fifth section added,” said one parent, who added that she also felt that small class size was impor- tant for third grade because, “It prepares students for the important fourth grade year.” Another asked why the district’s proposed budget only allocated 63.8 percent of its expenditures for instructional expenses when the state requires 65 percent of a district’s money be used for that purpose. Maple . Valley School District Business Manager Darryl Sydloski said the 65 percent was a federal guide­ line which also was recom­ mended by the State of Michigan. The first parent once again stated that she would like to see more teachers at Fuller Street and asked how much money was being used to fund the latchkey program. Maple Valley Superintendent of Schools Kim Kramer replied that the district’s initial outlay to get the latchkey program started was less than $10,000. “We needed to use some funds to set up the program but it is designed to be self-sup­ porting,” explained Kramer. Parents also asked about the cost of replacing technology and computers and whether the district had looked into applying for grant money to defer some ofthe cost Kramer said the district had applied for and received grant money in the past and would continue to do so, but during last year’s round of budget cuts, the board elimi­ nated funds to pay someone to write grant applications for the district. “Didn’t the district used to receive grant money for hav­ ing smaller class sizes?” asked a parent. “Yes, but we have to have less than 18 students per class to qualify for that grant, and of the surrounding districts, Nashville promotes police officer by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter The Nashville Village Council unanimously approved a motion to pro­ mote Nashville Police Officer Mike Shapley to ser­ geant, effective July 1. Shapley will have a sixmonth probationary period as sergeant after which his pay will increase to $14.85 per hour to reflect his new posi­ tion. Nashville Police Chief Jerry Schray asked the coun­ cil to consider reinstituting the post and promoting Shapley because in the 11 months he has been on the force, “He has demonstrated a passion for law enforce­ ment and has great ideas and is a real team player. He is dependable and very person­ able.” Schray added, “Shapley always carries out tasks when given by his commanding only Olivet has lower class size than us and it’s only by one or two students per class,” said Kramer, who noted that one of the easiest ways for the district to cut the budget would be to go to split busing or eliminate it alto­ gether. “We are not required to provide transportation, but the community wants it,” he said. Joe Harvey suggested the district could decrease expenses in the athletic department by charging a higher gate fee for high school sporting events. “We’re looking at that. We already increased prices when we switched leagues because that was the stan­ dard cost in the league,” said Kramer, adding that some district’s have eliminated transportation for athletes to and from sporting events. When concerns returned to class size, Kramer stated once again that Maple Valley is the only district in the area that has not switched to split busing, and if the state fund­ ing doesn’t improve next See BUDGET, page 4 Car show moved to business district Due to flooding from last week’s storms the Nashville and Area Merchants Car Show has been moved from Riverside Park to Nashville’s downtown business district. M-66/Main Street will be closed from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 14, to allow the display of vin­ tage automobiles, tractors and motorcycles during the event. Children’s games slated for the park have been moved to the lawn of Putnam District Library while other fundraising booths and attractions have been moved to the Main Street area. During the event M66/Main Street traffic will be rerouted down Reed, Lentz and Sherman streets. Weekend storms blow through Maple Valley Last weekend, a series below its flood stage of 7 feet storms featuring heavy rain by yesterday morning. The first set of storms and high winds, ripped through southwest Michigan rolled in Friday afternoon, Nashville Village Council President Frank Dunham (left) looks on as Nashville dumping 5 to 6 inches of with dark skies, thunder, Police Chief Jerry Schray (right) presents Nashville Police officer Mike Shapley (cen- rain, which led to property lightning, heavy showers and See COUNCIL, page 11 ter) with a new badge after his promotion to sergeant. damage, temporary power a tornado warning. Thunder, outages, washed-out roads lightning and rain returned and flooding throughout the Saturday night. The scenario was repeated Sunday after­ Maple Valley area. The National Weather noon, with tornado warnings to determine what they want Service in Grand Rapids being issued in Eaton County “I heard Vermontville was On May 1, Dan Sowles of for the service and where it reported that the Thomapple after the storm suddenly Charlotte assumed the helm looking for a new director... should be regarding patient- River crested at 8.1 feet in rolled in. of the Vermontville it was a leadership opportu­ Hastings at 10 a.m. centered outcomes. Township Emergency nity and I like to jump in and “We’re looking at the pos- Wednesday morning and the help where there is a need.” Medical Service. See STORMS, page 12 sibility of part-time para- river was expected to be Sowles said one of the Sowles is a paramedic medics or maybe a coopera­ who has worked for Hayes- biggest challenges currently tive agreement with another Green-Beach Hospital in facing Vermontville’s EMS ambulance agency or the hos­ Charlotte for 14-1/2 years, is the fact that they are a vol­ pital in Charlotte, maybe cre­ the last 10 as an EMS educa­ unteer basic life support ating our own ALS unit service surrounded by tor. through a millage,” he said. “I started as an EMT (emer­ advanced life support (ALS) • Board bids farewell to longtime “These are just possibilities, gency medical technician), services. secretary we’re just discussing them; “We need to work on then I became a paramedic nothing has been decided. • MDOT repairing M-66 bridge over and finally got into the educa-' improving our response “Vermontville is a very tion aspect of it,” he said, times, and there are also Thornapple River deep-rooted and family-ori­ adding, “I learned about this some financial and education • Vermontville Township to hear job because we have a lot of issues that need to be Vermontville Township ented community very dedi­ cated to the EMS and fire results of opera house inspection Vermontville folks working at addressed,” he added, “We EMS Director Dan Sowles department; this can make Hayes-Green-Beach, and we had four meetings last month • Boys’ track finishes season with also do a lot ofmutual aid and and I’m working closely chief). Right now I’m in the change difficult, but it is also extraordinary feats Monte O’Dell process of talking to the a benefit,” concluded Sowles. I’ve done some oftheir educa­ with (Vermontville Township fire township leaders and trying tion programs. Vermontville Township welcomes new EMS director In This Issue �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, June 14,2008 — Page 2 Board bidsfarewell to longtime secretary by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Monday night, the Maple Valley Board of Education hade farewell to longtime administrative assistant and board secretary Jill Booher who is retiring at the end of June after more than 17 years of service. The board recognized her commitment by presenting her with an engraved silver tray and serving cake, punch and other light refreshments between the regular board meeting and the public hear­ ing on the district’s proposed 2008-09 budget. Booher started working for the district as a substitute teacher 20 years ago, and 2-1/2 years later became secretary to the board and then to Superintendent Ozzie Parks. In addition to Parks, dur­ ing her tenure as administra­ tive assistant, Booher also worked for superintendents Alan Mclean, Clark Volz and Maple Valley Schools Administrative Assistant Jill Kim Kramer. Booher displays the engraved silver tray she received “We will miss her for her as a retirement gift from the Maple Valley Board of knowledge and her ability to Education. handle tons and tons ofthings,” said Kramer before presenting Booher with her gift “From day one, when I started working on the board, Jill has always handled things perfectly,” said Maple Valley Board of Education President Jerry Sessions. “She’s always been there to Vacation help out, and all ofthe super­ intendents have really relied on her.- After Al left, I Bible thought we should hire Jill to be the superintendent. She’s School so good at doing all the every­ day things and has probably saved the district more money June 23-27, 2008 than we can imagine. She has made my time on the board 9:30-11:45am very pleasant.” ages 4 thru 12th grade “I’ve enjoyed working here, I don’t want to leave, MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH even though I want to retire,” said Booher. “I’ll come back (5 miles south of Nashville on M-66 to visit.” One-half mile east on Cloverdale Road) Kramer noted that Booher For transportation, call 517-852-0861 would indeed be coming JV THE BMW...G0D I The Maple Valley School Board honored the athletes who earned All-State honors at the Division 2 State Track and Field Finals. From left are Nick Thurlby, Dani Christensen, Jeff Burd, Charles Wymer, Lauren Pierce, Jimmy Brown, and Mallorie Densmore. Missing from photo are Elizabeth Stewart, Stacey Fassett, and Rob Morehouse. (Photo by Sandra HASTINGS 4 Ponsetto) www.GQTI.com Goodrich 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 of M-66 on Baseline) Church Service..... Sunday School...... 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 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting........ .................... 7 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM ........ 9 a.m. 10:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) 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 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG Wed. 5:30 p.m................ Family Supper 6:00-7:15 Pioneer Club Sun: 9:00...................... Sunday School 10:00............................. Church Service 11 too......................................... Fellowship 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 PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST 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. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. . PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday • Received a letter from State Rep. Brain Calley expressing his support for the district’s efforts to seek equitable funding for public schools across Michigan. • Held a second reading and approved a revision to a board policy regarding elec­ tronic transfer of funds. • Unanimously approved the Highly Qualified Portfolio of secondary spe­ cial " education teacher Susanne Waffle. • Approved revisions to the athletic code as recom­ mended by the advisory committee, including the cumulative grade-point aver­ age required for eligibility and the athletic code of con­ duct required of district ath­ letes. • Approved a motion to move its annual organization­ al meeting from July to back to “visit.” “Jill has said that she will come back to help us with some of our major reports,” he said. In addition to helping the Maple Valley Schools with annual student, staff and infrastructure reports required by the state, Booher said her retirement plans include spending more time with family and grandchil­ dren, spending time, “in the warm South,” during the winter, and returning to her hobbies of golf and crafts and, “just having more time to enjoy.” In other business the board of education: • Recognized members of the Maple Valley High Schools girls and boys track teams who won state cham­ pionship medals in the boys 1600 relay, girls 800 relay and other team and individ­ ual events. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Worship Services Sunday School for All Ages .. .10:30 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH (1/2 mile East ofM-66. 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................. 8:30 a.m Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST .. CHURCH . Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 11:15 a.m. PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 BIG SCREE M.00 ALL SEATS ex cent © Stadium Seating O No SHOWTIMES 6/13 - 6/19 Every Monday thru Friday at 10:30 am ALL SEATS | 6/16-6/20 WATERHORSE (PG) O ©THE INCREDIBLE HULK (PG-13) 11: 00.1:30,4:00,6:30. 9:00 FRI/SATLS 11:30 o ©KUNG FU PANDA (PG) 12: 00,2:10,4:20,7:00,9:10 FRI/SATLS 11:20 OYOU DON’T MESS WITH THE ZOHAN (PG-13) 11:10,1:40,4:10, 6:40,9:20 FRI/SATLS 11:50 SEX AND THE CITY: THE MOVIE (R) 9:30 INDIANA JONES AND THE KINGDOM OF THE CRYSTAL SKULL (PG-13) 1:00, 3:50, 6:50 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 Sunday Mass..................... 9:45 a.m. FATHER AL RUSSELL A mission of St Rose Catholic Church, Hastings 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 Rocking Soots • All Digital Sound Free Drink Refills • 25c com refills 203 N. State, Nashville 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School 9:45 a A.M. Service................. .11 a.m. P.M. Service........................................ 7 Wed. Service ............................ 7 p.m. 269-945-SH0W Downtown Hastings on State St. (M37) See BOARD, page 7 8593 Cloverdale Road 5 mi. south ofNashville) U ALITY IbttAlTIE tDKCJ 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 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 .. .6:30 p.m. AWANA................. 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies: United Methodist Women: 2nd Tues. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, June 14,2008 — Page 3 Food-assistance replacement deadline Thursday, June 19 Food assistance recipients in households that recently lost food due to flooding or power outages caused by storm activity should request replacement benefits within 10 days of the occurrence. Locally, that deadline would be Thursday, June 19. Local families participat­ ing in food assistance pro­ grams (FAP) may contact the following for more informa­ tion: Barry County United Way, Hastings, MI 49058, 269-945-4010. • Center for CivilJustice 320 S. Washington, 2nd Floor Saginaw, MI 48607, 989-755-3120, 800-7247441, fax 989-755-3558, or e-mail info@ccj-mi.org • Michigan Poverty Law Program 611 Church St., Suite 4A Ann Arbor, MI 48104-3000, 734-998-6100, fax 734-998-9125 Food assistance recipients may be issued a replacement of food that has been report­ ed destroyed in a domestic misfortune or disaster, which are events that occur through no fault of the client, such as fires, floods or electrical out­ ages. The Michigan Department of Human Services (DHS) may elect to automatically replace benefits for large geographic areas affected by a disaster. The food does not have to come from the current month; however, clients must complete the DHS-601, Food Replacement Affidavit form describing the loss. Clients can obtain the form from their DHS worker or at www.mfia.state.mi.us/olmwe b/ex/rff/601 .pdf. Applicants for replace- ment FAP benefits should keep a copy ofthe completed form for their records. Recipients or agency staff who have questions may contact the Food Stamp Helpline at 800-481-4989. Most legal aid and legal services offices handle these types of cases, and they do not charge a fee. Anyone can locate local "free" legal serv­ ices or legal aid offices on the Michigan LawHelp Web site, www.MI.lawhelp.org, look in the yellow pages under "attorneys" or call the toll-free lawyer referral num­ ber, 800-968-0738. Local information about food programs and this replacement information is available by calling the Barry County United Way at 269-945-4010. Coats Grove Road reopened K MDOT repairing M-66 bridge over Thornapple River A temporary traffic signal controls the flow of one-lane traffic on the M-66 bridge over the Thornapple River in Nashville while crews repair the deck overlay. Repair work began Friday, June 6, and is slated to be finished Friday, June 13, weather per­ mitting. The repair work is part of a $320,000 project to rehabilitate four area bridges. The M-66 bridge is the only bridge in Barry County included in the project; the other three are in Calhoun County. month project which called server at the site for emer­ for closure of the road gency use. Olivet announces spring dean’s list between Woodland Road The new bridge over Mud and M-66. Creek replaces one that was A total of 229 students Local students qualifying Desrochers and Lindsay Smith said the total cost of built in 1949. The old bridge have been named to the for the dean’s list include: Pettengill.* the project was $550,000 was 20 feet wide and 43 feet Olivet College spring semesBellevue — Jessica Frayer, Vermontville — Drew with monies from the state long and had weight restric- ter dean’s list. To qualify, Tony Lawrence, Robert Kersjes and Amber Terberg.* and federal Critical Bridge tions. The new bridge is 35 students must be full-time Simons, Joann Werner,* and * — Indicates that the stu­ funds. Construction was feet wide and 55 feet long and earn a grade point aver- Ashley Buyce. dent earned a 4.0 grade point done by Milbocker and Sons with no weight restrictions. age of 3.5 or higher. Nashville Joseph average for the semester. out of Allegan County. After a short ceremony The project began in Monday, many gazed over February, and drivers had to the side of the new bridge make a short detour using marveling at the creek that Davenport Road for their was flooded by the weekend east/west travel. Because storms. Members of the road construction was over water, commission headed back to workers had a mandatory work to continue road repairs During the 7 p.m. Thursday, raised concerns about possi­ keeping issues, such as small row boat and life pre- from the storm damage. June 26, meeting of the ble fire safety violations at cleaning out papers and paint Vermontville Township the opera house. As result cans stored backstage and in Board, Vermontville O’Dell asked Leroy the basement of the building, Township Fire Chief Monte Hummel, a fire inspector putting a cover on a recepta­ O’Dell will present results of a from Charlotte, to examine cle box, installing a perma­ Kellogg Community dean’s lists for the 2008 time students were the fol­ recent fire safety inspection of the facility. nent, rather than temporary, College has released its spring semester for full-time lowing: the historic Vermontville While he has yet to wall backstage, and fixing students. Bellevue: Angela Hart, Opera House. receive a copy of the official the railing on the fire escape. Highest honors Hannah Heacock, Amber At the regular May meet­ report O’Dell said that most Receiving highest honors Kelly, Amanda Lindsay, ing of the board, a resident of the items were, “houseO'Rourke, Luke (3.9 to 4.0 grade-point aver­ Molly age) among full-time stu­ Schafer, Joshua Shaw, David Western, Jennifer Willis. dents were the following: There were some errors Nashville: Amanda Barker, Nashville: Erika in the Maple Valley Hayley Curey, Misty Draper, Hummell, Alaina Mater. Alumni Association Vermontville: Angel Britt Leonard, Tina Schrump, Banquet story, which Mary Secord, Rachael Christopher. appeared in the June 7 Township Charlotte. following Vermontville High honors Thames, Felicia Tomich. The edition of The Maple Petitions need six to 10 Vermontville: Noah Heuser, Vermontville Village Clerk Sharon Stewart; or the Earning high honors (3.5 Valley News. Council seats will be up for Eaton County Clerk’s Office, signatures and are due by 4 to 3.89 GPA) among full- Krystal Root, Anthony Shaw. The two oldest alumni 1045 Independence Blvd., p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 12. election during the Nov. 11 in attendance were Marie election: (Smith) .Fisher, Nashville Trustee Three fourHigh School Class of year seats currently held by 1933, and Elizabeth Tom Williams, Sue Nichols, (Hoeflinger) Villanueva, and Garry High Vermontville Patrick. School Class of 1938. Trustee — Two-year semester. (Foftiiwt&j Hamilton Black DM Plus) wThe dean's list at Michigan The 2008-09 treasurer unexpired seat held by Abe Just north of Mooville... Local students include: State University honors all of the Maple Valley French who was appointed 5715 South M-66 • 517-852-1864 Bellevue: Emily Bolthouse, full-time undergraduates in Alumni Association is after the death of Jim Amanda Williams. the university who earn a 3.5 Lisa Trumble, and the Nashville: Lisa Curtis, Samann. or better grade-point average Maple Valley secretary President — Two-year All Annual & Veg. Flats $10.50 Whitney Garrison, Brett for courses totaling 12 or is Penny Lorenz. president ’s seat held by 4' & 5’ Cedar Lawn Swings & Picnic Tables more credits in a ggiven Leonard. Perfect For Father’s Day Vermontville: Kelly Doug Kelsey. Clerk two-year post 10% Off ALL IN STOCK TREES Ainsworth. now held by Shirley Harmon. Don’t make Dad do the work-ask about our tree planting service. Treasurer — two-year post currently held by 10% off all Hanging Baskets Special-Creeping Phlox *595 a flat Kathleen Marsh. The Place to Gofor Professional Styling The above incumbents Drive washed out? We've got everything MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN have not officially declared you need to get your drive back in shape!! if they intend to run again. HAIR STYLING & NAILS Great Selection ofc Report cards for the Maple Anyone interested in runAnnuals, Perennials, Trees, Shrubs, Fruit trees. Soil, Bulk and a Open Tuesday — Friday Valley Jr./Sr. High will be ning for these positions may Bagged Mulches and Stones, Screened & unscreened Top Soil, S.E. Corner ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. Vegetable Plants, Hanging Baskets, Fire Rings M available to be picked up at pick up a petition at the the high school office, beginVermontville Village Office, 1-517-852-9481 Landscaping - FREE Estimates ning Monday, June 16. 121 Eastside Drive; New June Hours m-f 9am-6pm • Sat. 9am-5pm by Helen Mudry SBSili hk iW ate nuio ! ifeiy osiniir wwvu efe dr fflsmia OMu pSffit- warn bsibib OMISIII to 4aM to asniiH flim> u HUHIIBI i«hh ilrijto Staff Writer The bridge across Mud Creek on Coats Grove Road east of Hastings was chris­ tened Monday morning with a 9 a.m. ribbon cutting. Barry County Road Commission Managing Director Brad Lamberg, Assistant Engineer Heather Smith, Castleton Township Clerk Lorna Wilson and Woodland Tbwnship Supervisor David Bursley joined with several area residents for the official opening. Lamberg thanked the residents for their patience with the three- Vermontville Township to hear results of opera house inspection KCC releases spring dean’s lists Corrections 0 SOUTHS KIRCH in fees’ 5rt|U*»u« ...» l#i» Ifea » siM OU! Vermontville announces seats open for election Area students on MSU dean’s list Summer Sale!!! .»i» ji i» land’s ^Pfoce & Z 1 School sets report f card pickup dates �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, June 14, 2008 — Page 4 BUDGET, continued from page 1 year, “We may have to look at something more drastic if we want to maintain the class sizes we already have.” The average class size estimates for next year are: Kindergarten 25, first grade 20, second grade 23, third grade 26, fourth grade 23, fifth grade 26, sixth grade 26, seventh grade 28, and eighth grade 25. Kramer also said that he has heard complaints from parents of high school stu­ dents who are concerned that there are few class options offered for upperclassmen. Curriculum Coordinator Julie Swartz noted that, like Maple Valley, districts all over the state have had to eliminate advanced place­ ment and honors classes because they have had to focus more instructional time on meeting the new state-mandated graduation requirements that will be enforced starting with Class of 2012, next year’s sopho­ mores. “Larger class size has a lot to do with what is happening at the state level, and I would encourage parents to contact their state representative,” said board trustee April Heinze. Sydloski said that 80 per­ cent of districts across the state are cutting staff for the Vermontville business task force meets .’Vermontville-Business Task Force met at the Maple Leaf Inn in Vermontville Thursday evening. Pictured are: (front row, from left) Gene Fisher, Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Association; Mark Jorgenson, Vermontville Village Council; Kevin Root, Maple Leaf Inn; Abe French, Vermontville Village Council; David Coblentz, Riverside Oak and Coblentz General Store, (back row) Tracy Jaousek, Ace Auto and Vermontville Summerfest; Bob Taylor, Vermontville Car Wash; Jim Miller, Miller Photography; and Doug Kelsey, Vermontville Village Council. All Vermontville area business owners are invited to attend the next task force meeting set for 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 16, on the patio of the Maple Leaf Inn, downtown Vermontville. Students graduate from Alma College Jack & Judy’s A father is someone who cares, one who believes in your dreams, one who shares, who sees all you are and Country Kettle Cafe still loves all he sees, and helps you to be all you’ve wanted to be, some­ one who feels helping you is no bother and he will always be there for you. THATIS A FATHER Nashville’s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! 113 N. Main Nashville 517-852-9700 Is § Hours: Open 7 Days 6AM-8PM Father’s Day Sunday, June 1501 Bring In Dad For Dinner Swiss Steak, Grilled Ham & Yams or Baked Chicken & Dressing. All dinners include potatoes, soup & salad bar. Alma College has announced that more than 250 degree candidates were eligible to participate in the college’s 2008 commence­ ment ceremony Saturday, April 19. Local students, along with their degree and major(s), included: Alyssa Gooch of Vermontville, a bachelor of arts degree in education. A 2004 graduate of Charlotte High School, she is the daughter of Joe and Teresa Gooch of Vermontville. 2008-09 school year. “The decrease in student enrollment is due to a decrease in birthrate and people leaving the state. It’s been estimated that 12,000 students have left the state,” said Kramer, who invited parents and community members who have ideas about how the district can cut costs or who have questions or concerns about the budget to contact him at his office. “The board will be taking another look at the budget in two weeks, but unless some­ thing miraculous happens, I don’t think the budget will change much in that time,” said Kramer. The proposed 2008-09 has total revenues of $13,168,400 and expendi­ tures of $13,163,187 based on the following assump­ tions: a loss of 20 students from the February count (38student blended loss), state aid increasing $100 for a total of $7,304 per pupil, the end of the Durant payment from the state in July result­ ing in a $20,330 loss of rev­ enue, 18-mill levy on non­ homestead properties, Michigan School Readiness Program fully funding 32 slots at $3,400 per pupil, a I percent step increase for staff totaling $260,000, purchase The beginning fund bal­ of new math textbooks and curriculum $78,000, elemen­ ance as of July 1 would be tary Spanish program $2,517,731 and with the pro­ revenues of expanding to three grades jected $36,000, retirement rate $13,168,400 and expendi­ (actual) decreasing to 16.54 tures would leave an operat­ percent, a 5 percent increase ing surplus of $5,213 result­ in insurance premiums for ing in an ending fund bal­ teachers and 9 percent for ance of $2,522,944 on June support staff, replacement of 30, 2009, for an estimated 19.2 percent fund balance. lab and tech equipment and computers $50,000, the pur­ The estimated ending fund chase of a used bus $20,000, balance for June 30 of this reduction of teaching staff year is 18.8 percent. The Maple Valley Board $279,500, reduction of cen­ tral office staff $64,000, of Education will meet to reduction of supply budget vote on the proposed budget $75,000, contracting substi­ at 7 p.m. Monday, June 23, tute teachers $10,000, and in the administration office increased utility and fuel boardroom. costs. SOCIAL NEWS Donald Collier to celebrate 90th birthday Please join us for a dessert Army Pfc. Brett Smith poses in full combat gear while reception in- celebration of serving in Iraq. Donald Colliers 90th birth­ day Sunday, June 22, from 2 to 5 p.m. at 9055 Bismark Vermontville to welcome Hwy., Vermontville. No gifts please. Your presence is your home returning soldier gift. Everyone is invited to Wahinda, Iraq, 30 miles downtown Vermontville at 4 south of Baghdad. He has p.m. tomorrow, Sunday, June been recommended for the 15, for a “welcome home” Purple Heart and Bronze Star parade for 2004 Maple and has received three Army Valley High School graduate commendation medals, two and Pfc. Brett Smith, an Army achievement medals Army Cavalry Scout with the and a combat action badge. 1-15 Infantry HQ Company While on leave Smith, the stationed at Fort Benning, son ofTony and Pat Smith of Ga. Vermontville, will marry Smith is in on a 30-day Bridget Glennon June 28 at leave after serving a 14- the Vermontville United month tour of duty at Methodist Church. Cotey-Musser Rochelle and John Cotey Combat Outpost Cleary in of Munising wish to announce the engagement of 226 N. Main • Nashville their daughter Alicia DesinS to Derek James Musser. Derek is the son of David Full-Service Hair, Nail Musser and Joy Deitrick, & Tanning Salon both of Vermontville. Alicia holds a masters degree in microbiology from MSU and is currently Jkme cAlai? Special employed at LCC as a profes­ Full set $25 sor of microbiology. Derek is a graduate of Open houses, weddings, reunions Maple Valley High School Have your nails ready!! and is attending LCC for Call Michelle Snowden for your nursing. He is also working Appointment Today at Meijer Dist. center. Hours: Tue. 9-5; Sat. 9-? The couple will exchange s Stylists Cheryl Pierce & Angie Salyer wedding vows August 2 | Hours: Mon. 9-2. Tues.-Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-12 2008 in Munising. Early morning tanning available 517-852-1757 Stnet “Oitf 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 dlO (517) 852-9712 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville 02692907 Scott A. Daniels & Family Owner/Manager SsUd �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, June 14, 2008 — Page 5 Putnam District Library glows 'Twas the Night Before Summer by Anne Margaret Lewis was the story that kicked off Glow-in-the-Dark story time Tuesday evening at Putnam District Library. After picking up nametags, each child received a glow bracelet before finding a spot from which to enjoy the story. After the story, the family readers stayed with Assistant Director Emily Mater in the children's room to play Cootie and enjoy a snack. Independent readers who had "caught the reading bug" spent their evening in the sun­ room with Director Shauna Swantek and library volunteer Sue Swantek, who taught origami. The kids each made a glow-in-the-dark cootie catch­ er and enjoyed a snack Morgan Lang glows with creativity. After the independent readers showed the family readers their origami cre­ ations, each child chose a glow-in-the-dark insect from the bug bucket to take home. “With bracelets, cootie catchers, and various insects glowing, Putnam District Library was glowing with fun,” said Shauna Swantek. Sign ups for the summer reading program continue at the library for all patrons. The next summer reading event is scheduled for 11 a.m. Monday, June 16. The theme will be dragonflies. Independent readers will be working together to create a reader's theater to perform for the family readers. Family readers will enjoy story time and a craft. Stop by or contact the library at 517-852-9723 for more information. Assistant Director Emily Mater shares a story to help kick off summer vacation. Eaton County Sheriff to present awards Eaton County Sheriff Appreciation on their retire­ Michael Raines will be pre­ ment after 40 years of serv­ senting awards to department ice to the spiritual needs of staff members and volun­ those incarcerated in the teers at the county board of Eaton County Jail. They commissioners meeting at 7 instituted the Monday Night p.m. Wednesday, June 18, at Ministry and Motivation the Eaton County Dorm programs and opened Courthouse. their home to many people Those receiving awards over the years. include: • Reserve Dep. William • Corrections Dep. Todd Kirkland — Volunteer in Cole —Life-Saving Award Police Service (VIPS) for rescuing an inmate who Award and Certificate of had hanged himself; and, Appreciation for instituting Sgt. Scott Bair, who the first Special Deputy extricated elderly gen­ Academy for Eaton County, tleman from burning putting in over 1,000 hours vehicle. of his own time researching, • Chap. James and Rhea training and implementing Ferrier — Certificate of class instruction for the acad- CALENDAR OF EVENTS Origami-enthusiast and library volunteer Swantek joins summer reading participants. Sue June 16 June 16 Visit website for Online Coupon! www.StarliteKitchens.com/promotion Starlite June 17 June 17 Kitchens & Baths June 18 Cabinetry for nearly all budgets! Free house call & estimate! Remodel/NewConstruction Jennifer ?<eeL (616) 889-1340 1039 Fourth Ave, Lake Odessa, MI Inside Thompson Interiors STANTON'S June 18 June 18 June 18 June 18-20 June 19 June 19 June 24 June 24 r FRIDAY, JUNE 20,2008 • 10:00 A.M. June 26 BUSINESS LIQUIDATION AUCTION Located at 220 N. Main Street, Nashville, Ml June 28 Second Auction to Liquidate Kenny A’s Second Hand Merchandise Store June 29 Items include antique furniture; knives; jewelry; large showcases; new carpet remnants; air conditioners; all types of appliances; upholstered furniture; large amount of NIB glazed floor tiles; window air conditioners; good electric mobility chairs w/chargers; new containers nails/screws; new ceiling vent fans; rolls upholstery material; new lighted oak medicine cabinets; kitchen cupboards; and lots more.. June 29 June 30 July 2 July 5 KENNY ALLEN, OWNER a Si SS 4 144 South Main St. P.O. Box 146 Vermontville, Ml 49096 fclM«TAtorui'eit’sr G aii,<EP V VM ■Mff || 8 Phone: 517-726-0181 Fax: 517-726-0060 July 7 e-mail: stantonsauctions@sbcglobal.net www.stantons-auctioiis.com Selling real estate and all types ot property, at auction, anywhere. Chris Stanton 543-0598 July 6 Kathleen J. Swan (Lansing) 517-349-8235 July 10 Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. County Shoot Mandatory Meeting, 7 p.m., Barry County Conservation Club. Master Gardener Spring Workshop, 6-9 p.m., Ewing Garden Center and Landscaping. PQA Plus Training, 6 p.m., Eaton County Extension. Walk/Trot Fun Horse Show, 6:30 p.m., Expo Center. Small Animal Sale Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Expo. 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7 p.m., Courts & Law Building Conference Room. Dairy & Dairy Feeder Showing & Fitting Clinic, 7 p.m., Expo Center. Exploration Days, MSU Campus. Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. County Shoot Mandatory Meeting, 7 p.m., Barry County Conservation Club. Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Mock Dog Show (Obedience), 6 p.m., Expo Center Show Arena. Master Gardener Assoc. Meeting/Potluck, 6 p.m., Demo Gardens (Courts & Law Building if rain). Fair Preparation Day, 8 a.m., Barry County Fairgrounds. Steer Live Carcass Evaluation, 7 p.m., Expo Center. Lamb Carcass Weigh-in, Expo Center. Mock Dog Show (Showmanship), 6 p.m., Expo Center Show Arena. Livestock Developmental Committee 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. Beef, Lamb, Swine Hanging Carcass Evaluation, 6, 6:45,7 p.m. respectively, Geukes Market. Goat Mandatory Meeting & Bam Set-Up, 7 p.m., Expo Center. emy. • Special Dep. Bruce Rainey — VIPS Award and Certificate of Appreciation for serving as the assistant coordinator for VIPS pro­ gram and Structured pro­ gram at request of Raines and for being instrumental in developing the VIPS manu­ al, securing funding, organ­ izing events and planning public meetings. • Special Dep. Gary Rutherford, Motor/ATV unit leader and assistant VIPS coordinator — VIPS Award and Certificate of Appreciation for creating a training pro­ gram for the ATV unit and taking a "no-nonsense" approach to training. • Special Dep. Karen Hathon — VIPS Award and Certificate of Appreciation for averaging no less than 800 hours per year working with the mounted unit and planning many training exer­ cises and competitions in several counties and states. All Full That Glitters Service Floral FLOWERS, BALLOONS & GIFTS W* for Weddings, Sympathy, Birthdays, Anniversaries and Every We tteihver to Nashville, Venrontville, Hashn^ ICIwfatte Day! 234 N. Main. Nashville Mon. 9-5; Wes. 10.-7; Weda. 10n-5; .Thurs. a9-5s; Fri. 9 v-6; Saet 9-1 — AFTER HOURS MAIN 517-852-9224 • 517-852-1691 06673555 WE INSTALL OUTDOORTV ANTENNAS SO YOU CAN HAVE ANTENNA>MENa ALL OF THE NEW DIGITAL TV CHANNELS STORM DAMAGE REPAIRS 06673463 Call 517-646-0439 8am - 6 pm 7 Days Over 40 Years of Experience MIX! HEINZE Ittil “w TV & RECEPTION services rS3 MESWSI __________________E-mail: antennamen@gmail.com___________ J �Just Say-As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, June 14,2008-Page 6 Teens make wearable art at Putnam District Library Last week, a group of ’tweens and teens gathered at Putnam District Library to make origami bracelets with library volunteer and origami enthusiast Sue Swantek. Swantek started by shar­ ing information about origa­ mi and mentioning the resources available at the library to learn more about the art form. She also showed a collection of insects she created to help spotlight the library's Catch the Reading Bug summer reading theme. Ten young people created wearable art together and a dozen more were made throughout the afternoon as patrons stopped in and admired the project. It turned out to be a day-long event for young people and adults. The next teen event is scheduled for 1 p.m. Wednesday, June 25. That day, a planning meeting will give teens the opportunity to help the library decide what events the teens would like to do at the library this year. Snacks will be provided. Teens interested in getting involved at the library are encouraged to attend. Putnam District Library serves the village of Nashville and Assyria, Castleton, and Maple Grove townships as well as all Maple Valley students. The library is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday and This young man shows off his new bling. 06673471 IIlV flI AAlDILEC IVf /AA IEIE EE VI Three young ladies and their new accessories. Wednesday, 3 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, and 9 a.m. to noon Saturday. Current information about the library's events can be found online at www.putnamlibrary.blogspot.com. Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; lso Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service n main st nDUaCall COcltCal tLaU 227NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 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 - ABR................................................................ Home 517-852-5066 Rick Winegar, Realtor - GRI e-PRO........................................................ Cell 269-838-2884 Sue Swantek, library volunteer, poses with some attendees and their wearable origami. THORNAPPLE LAKE - $88,90011 Shows like new, 1998 mfg. home, central air, double lot. Call Homer. (LK-26) Auditions for “Forum” are Monday VERMONTVILLE! NEW LISTING! 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Room for a gar­ den, Maple Vailey schools, 3 bed­ rooms, 2 baths, '2002* model manufactured/ranch home, 2x6 exterior walls, 2 car garage plus shed, central air, 1st floor laundry, stove and refrigerator included. Occupancy at close! Call Homer (CH-43) VACANT PARCELS 2.2 ACRES NORTH OF VERMONT­ VILLE. On main road - surveyed, perked, modulars acceptable. Nat gas available, rolling with some trees. Land Contract terms. Cali Homer. full baths, master bedroom w/walkPRICE REDUCED! (VL-114) in closet, 22x29 deck, 24x60 tool 3 ACRES PERKED & SURVEYED: shed, 57x36 barn, 2 car detached Rolling terrain, seeded to hay, seller garage. 2,900 sq. ft. For all the financing available. North of details call Jerry. (CH-41) Vermontville, blacktop road. PRICE REDUCED! Call Homer. (VL-155) room w/fireplace, 4 bedrooms, (N-157) 4 ACRES IN COUNTRY Perked & sur­ veyed, good location, paved road, close to hunting & fishing. Culvert & drive are in. MV Schools. Located north of Vermontville. ^Call Rick. (VL-149) IW IN NASHVILLE NOW $55,0001! 2 bedroom home on comer lot, appliances included, also some other furnishings. Possession at close! Call Homer. (N-31) Auditions will be held Monday, June 16, at 7 p.m. at Vermontville Opera House for the show, “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum.” Rehearsals will be held Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 7 to 10 p.m., starting June 30. Show dates are Thursday through Saturday, Aug. 14, 15 and 16 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, Aug. 16, and Sunday, Aug. 17, at 3 p.m. The show will be directed by Amanda Wells. For more information, call Wells at 616-902-4193. “Godspell,” a musical by Stephen Schwartz, based on the Gospel of St. Matthew, is coming to Vermontville Opera House Friday, June 27 and Saturday, June 28, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, June 29, at 7 p.m. (notice new time). Sponsored by The Revue and presented by Amanda Wells and her cast, the tour of Godspell will continue June 29 at 10:45 a.m. at Living Gospel Church, 1600 Rochester St., Lake Odessa; 7 p.m. July 11 at New Hope Church, 436 W. Harris St, Charlotte; 7 p.m. July 12 at Nashville United Methodist Church, 219 Washington St., Nashville; 7 p.m. July 13 at Sunfield UMC, 227 Logan St., Sunfield. All performances are free­ will offering. There will be no advance ticket sales for the “Godspell” shows. Seats will be available on a firstcome, first-served basis. For more information, call Wells at 616-902-4193. Hansbartje 2+ ACRES North of Vermontville, blacktop road, natural gas available, surveyed, perked. Contract terms. Call Homer. PRICE REDUCED! (VL-34) IN NASHVILLE BUILDING LOT 55X132: Water & sewer available, chain link fence, storage shed, flow­ ers & shrubs. Call Homer. Listed at $14,0001 (VL-42) Godspell” comes to area NOW $109,00011 NASHVILLE - NICE 'UPDATED' FAMILY HOME APPROX. 1900 SQ. 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Even though prices are guests must call the MSL Extension office in Charlotte at 517-543-2310 to register. the MSU Extension office. 551 Courthouse Drive, Charlotte, downstairs in the public meeting room. MSU Extension special­ ists Jim Milker and Roger Betz will be on hand to speak about the current and future grain marketing trends and expected to be higher than normal in the foreseeable future due to the ethanol market and world demand, the volatility of the market is worrisome to the grain industry. Other topics of dis­ Farmers and agriculture professionals from agribusi­ ness dealerships and grain elevators attend. are invited members will be seated in January The board's next organizational meeting will cussion include hedging and be held 7 p.m. Monday. Jan. 12,2009. Athletic Association for the 2008-09 school year * Approved separate motions to participate in Schools of Choice and the Michigan High School • Approved the purchase of secondary math textbooks. Pre-fair Presentation Clinic offered June 28 at fairgrounds The Barry County 4-H grooming; what a judge Advisory Council is sponsor­ looks for; what equipment ing its ‘Pre-Fair Preparation and supplies should be Clinic’ Saturday, June 28, at brought to fair; tips on being the fairgrounds. The event prepared for judging day; will run from 8 a.m. to noon. and taking care of animals. They clinic is designed to Questions from the audience assist beginning 4-Hcn and also will be welcomed. their families as they prepare In most of the presenta­ their livestock exhibits for tions, an animal will be pres­ the upcoming fair. Clinics - ent for demonstration pur­ each lasting about a half­ poses. hour and held twice during Prospective 4-Hers and the morning — will be offered their families those who for dogs, poultry, goats, rab­ are thinking ofjoining 4-H in bits and cavies, pocket pets, the future - are urged to sheep, beef cattle, dairy cat­ attend this clinic and learn tle, swine and horses. more about showing live­ The half-hour presenta­ stock at the fair. tions will be given by threeSimultaneous presentamember teams of older, tions will take place at two or experienced 4-H members. three locations. Since many Some of the information 4-Hcrs show in more than offered at each presentation one project area, or will in will include: tips on show­ the future, the schedule manship, feeding. and offers an opportunity to 133 5. Main Nasfivllle, Ml 517-852-0868 You’re In, You’re Out... You're HOftne Store to BOARD, continued from page 2 January now that board elec­ tions will be held in November and newly elected 24 HOURS attend different presenta­ tions. 8 to 8:30 a.m. — dogs and sheep. 8: 30 to 9 a.m. — poultry and beef cattle. 9 to 9:30 a.m. - goats and dairy cattle. 9: 30 to 10 a.m. rabbits, cavies, pocket pets and swine. The presentations will then be repeated. 10 to 10:30 a.m. dogs and sheep. 10: 30 to 11 a.m. - poultry, beef cattle, and horses. 11 to 11:30 a.m. — goats and dairy cattle. 11: 30 to noon — rabbit, cavies, pocket pets, swine and horses. Thornapple Manor residents fish on McKeown Bridge Braving cool, late May weather, volunteers and Thomapple Manor residents were given the opportunity to experience some local beauty and sports activities on McKeown Bridge, a historic iron truss bridge across from the facility. With the help of Jeff Arnett, Ann Arnett, Eric Olsen and Karen Wolfe from Thomapple Valley Church, residents shared the fishing adventure, catching and releasing a few fish, and some weeds for good meas­ ure. “Perhaps the greatest ‘catches’ that morning were the smiles and interaction between volunteers and resi­ dents as they shared a rod and reel trying for that elusive fish." said Thomapple Manor Director of Support Services Lyn Briel. “Ofcourse the fish are still in the water, but the smiles, memories and friend­ ships shared are forever cap­ tured in the minds of all who laughed and lived those spe­ cial moments." rat nut. 2% MILK CALLON $999 CALIFORNIA MUSHROOMS POTATOES 2/$900 8 OI. BAR S BAR S BOLOGNA SAUSAGE & SALAMI 1 u>. ANGEL SOFT Lb. KOOL AID 15‘ POP TARTS 2/$Q00 FOLGER'S COFFEE $0 9 f lH JELLO IGA CHEESECAKE MARSHMALLOWS $2 SUBWAY CATERS FOB ALL OCCASIONS 9 10 01. 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To the editor: “By beating three teams The people of Nashville, on Saturday and saving some Barry County and everyone crucial pitching for Sunday, who uses the Thomapple we were able to win our pool River Mill Pond, should be and beat a tough Adrian all­ aware that there is an option star team in cross-over play to the removal of the dam. Sunday morning before The May 31 Maple Valley meeting Springport in the News had a story about the championship game,” said Potawatomi Rescue Conser­ coach Adam Brumm. “Even vation and Developmental though all players were Council which can help with exhausted, they never gave the repair and remodeling of up and battled tough all The Maple Valley Amateur Baseball 12 and Under team poses for a photo after the dam and no money was weekend. The boys learned a winning the Albion Tournament. Pictured are: (front row, from left) Tanner Brownell, mentioned as to cost to resilot about their own mental toughness and their team­ Sam Benedict, Jake Brighton, Andrew Brighton, Austin Reynolds, Rage Sheldon, dent. Unlike the options present­ mates, as well. I felt like we (back row) Coach Adam Brumm, Kyle Brumm, Ryan Mudge, Joe Eddy, Coach Todd ed by the DNR and that man grew as a team from one Gonser, Austin Gonser, Dakota Rose, Coach Scott Johnson, and Beau Johnson. from Charlotte who said he game to another.” Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Potawatomi program worth pursuing could help get a grant but it would still cost the residents of Nashville $300,000, so, people, make up your minds, free - repair, restoration or $300,000 coming out of our pockets. I prefer the system that puts in the type of dam like in Dimondale, which is a free type and it only lowered the water level by a foot, and fish can come up it. So call, write, talk to the council and tell them your view. It couldn’t hurt, and could really help. Steve Toman, Nashville Maple Valley High School biology classes test the Thornapple River Joanne Barnard, a member ofthe Thomapple Watershed Steering Committee (TWSC), visited Maple Valley High School and recruited biology class stu­ dents to test the quality ofthe Thomapple River at the Mason Road Bridge. Samples were collected by scraping the bottom of the river, • mats of decaying leaves and the underside of surface river vegetation. These samples were searched for the presence of macroinvertebrate species. Samples collected and searched by the Maple Valley High School biology classes indicated that water quality at the Mason Road Bridge was fair. Macroinvertebrate moni­ toring, the sampling and classification of a water Call About Energy-Efficient Air Conditioners • Outstanding No Hassle Replacement™ limited warranty* protection 18 SER • Energy efficiencies as high as 18 SEER BSSB. 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The Thomapple River Watershed originates in Eaton County from streams north of Potterville and east of Charlotte, then meanders through Barry County to Ada in Kent County where it joins the Grand River. This joint river sampling by the TWSC and Maple Valley High School students is part of the steering com­ mittee's education and awareness goal to partner with schools within the Thomapple River Watershed. Other schools interested in sampling the Thomapple River with the TWSC should contact Joanne Barnard at 269-948­ 8056 ext. 117 or by her e­ mail at joanne.barnard@mi.nacdnet.net for more information. Josh Burd and Mollyanne Morehouse tweeze insects and larvae out of the river samples. COBB WELL DRILLING (REPAIR • 7 Day Service • Pumps Installed & Repaired • Service On Submersible Pumps • 2” - 5” Well Drilling and Repair 30 Years Experience Estimates Available 517-726-0377 356 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Richard Cobb David Cobb THE TRAFFIC SCENO A Name That You Can Trust Located at the Intersection of M-43 & M-50 tfver Education for students M years, 8 months or older Payment Plans Available SEGMENT I CLASS SEGMENT II CLASS July 14-31 August 4-21 July 1-3 Aug. 26-28 Come bring a friend and find out that learning to drive can be fun! To obtain a registration, call (517) 566-7229 Instructors Phil Smith Denny Ackerson & Roily Krauss �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, June 14,2008 — Page 9 Boys’ track finishes season with extraordinary feats by Monique Colizzi Brian Lincoln, high school algebra and calculus instruc­ tor, has led yet another championship in boys track. Lincoln, in his 9th season of coaching boys track, along with Steve Hopkins, Jerry Sessions (pole vault), and also with the help of Matt Root and Mike Hall, coached the team who broke seven school records this year, in shot put, 800 run, 300 hurdles, 110 hurdles, 4X800-meter, 4X200, and 4X400 relays. “I am proud of the team’s willingness to work hard, their ability to encourage and motivate, and truly felt this group was talented and hard working,” Lincoln said. Records broken this year included the shot put with a mark of 50 feet 2 inches by Luke Densmore; the 800meter run record time of 1 minute 56.76 seconds by Jeff Burd; 300-meter hurdles in 38.77 and the 110-meter high hurdles in 14.66 by Nick Thurlby; 4X800 relay time of 8:17.6 by Rob Morehouse, Josh Fulford, Brad Laverty, and Burd; the 4X200-meter relay time of 1:31.4 by Thurlby, Jimmy Brown, Burd, and Charles Wymer; and the 4X400meter relay time of 3:23.29 set by Morehouse, Wymer, Thurlby, and Burd. According to Lincoln, 13 track athletes returned from k last year’s season, and 17 new members joined the team; a majority of them being freshman who ran jun­ ior high track under the direction of Jeff Webb and Robb Rosin. “Our new additions came to the team with a lot of dis­ cipline and skill,” stated Lincoln. “There is a great team/family atmosphere, everyone wants to make everyone else better, so they help each other out. “Usually on the boys’ side of track and field, juniors and seniors dominate, but this year we had a very unique group where fresh­ man and sophomores were very competitive.” Luke Densmore, who cur­ rently holds the school record in shot put as a fresh­ man recalled this season and the successes. “I just set a goal and kept it, I watched a lot of shot put technique films, asked for a lot of advice from coaches and practiced at home,” Densmore said. Freshman, Joe Benedict, who ran the mile and twomile said, “the team started to pull together toward the end of the season because we started to realize how impor­ tant everyone was on the team, and not just view each area of track as an individual event.” Benedict looks forward to coming back next year and hopes to run the mile in the 4:40s. Pole vaulter, Austin Pool, also a freshman, says that working with his coach, Sessions, has helped him to better understand the tech­ niques of pole vaulting and how to execute them proper­ ty“I went from vaulting g 10’ Spirit Jam Summer Kickoff set for June 14 Area residents are invited to Spirit Jam Summer Kickoff Saturday, June 14, at Pleasantview Family Church, 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling. A hamburger and hot dog cookout will begin at 5 p.m. The evening will include a contemporary service with music performed by the church’s praise band. There will be games and fun activi­ ties for the entire family. All ages are welcome to this event for fun and praise. last year to 12’ this year,” Pool said. “Our school’s record is currently 14’ 6” and I hope to keep improving by two feet each year, so by the time I am a junior, I hope to break the school’s record, if not sooner.” Burd, a junior and twoyear track member, broke four school records this year, including the 800 meter run which was set in 1977, the 4X400 relay, 4X200 relay and 4X800 relay. Burd stated that his success comes from showing up to practice .each day and working hard. “The coaches direct me in the way 1 need to go, but it’s up to me to follow through,” Burd said. “The most fun for me was running back to the coaches after the race and seeing how excited they got once we ran our best race.” Thurlby, also a junior, is a three year track member and part of breaking four school records as well. “The most fun for me this season was breaking the 300meter hurdle record and 4X4 relay,” said Thurlby. “During running, I’m focused; I block everything out of my head, and don’t think about what’s going on around me, I just run my race.” These athletes say they hope to inspire upcoming track athletes, showing them that hard work, determina­ tion and skill pays off in the end. “We achieved a lot Of firsts in Maple Valley history this year, we were back to back league champs (in the Kalamazoo Valley Association), won regionals which were hosted at Maple Valley’s track, first state champions as well as win­ ning a KVA sportsmanship award,” said Lincoln. Maple Valley has been part of the Kalamazoo Valley Association for the past two years, which also includes teams from Olivet, Parchment, GalesburgAugusta, Pennfield, Delton POOL CARE PRODUCTS The Maple Valley varsity boys’ track and field team celebrates a very successful 2008 season. Kellogg, Kalamazoo Hackett about staying in shape over Catholic Central and the summer through lifting Kalamazoo Christian. weights and running. The “The league has been tra­ entire team looks forward to ditionally strong on the boy’s side, and we were lucky enough to come in when we were on a high,” said Lincoln. Lincoln spends countless hours working with the team, The Vermontville Histori­ anywhere from two to three hours a day after school, cal Society will hold its June spring break, other holidays meeting in Village Square and unscheduled practices. Park Thursday, June 19, at He also works out with the 6:30 p.m. In the event ofrain, student athletes in the morn­ the meeting will be moved to ing; before school begins, the Opera House. especially those who have Members are asked to other commitments after bring a dish to pass, table school, mostly after school service and their own bever­ jobs. Lincoln plans on hold­ age. Following dinner, com­ ing summer conditioning mittee appointments and pro­ once a week, although he grams planning for the says most ofhis team is good upcoming year will be dis- next year’s season and understands the high expec­ tations they face. Vermontville Historical Society to hold picnic cussed. The historical society encourages and welcomes anyone interested preserving the history of the village and township of Vermontville to join. , The Vermontville Historical Society meets every other month.1 For more information, call President, Doug Kelsey, at 517-726­ 0574. 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I”m throughout the AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF really proud of these cadets.” THE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE TO ADD A NEW CHAPTER county in the 58, COVERING ENFORCEMENT, TO ADOPT THE REVISED The National Guard Youth Help Wanted Pets Business Services Give a can go on forever NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING UNIFORM TRAFFIC CODE, TO UPDATE CHAPTER 57, COV­ ERING TELECOMMUNICATIONS,_______________________________ VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE ORDINANCE NO. 08-03 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 46 OF THE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE’S CODE OF ORDINANCES RELATING TO PARKING AND TO PROVIDE PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE ORDINANCE NO. 08-04 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE [Escrow Fees for Reimbursement of Village Expenses] Add a new Chapter, Chapter 54B entitled ••Escrow Fees’’ (5i7) M|lage office QOOD ^IME 852-1985 Mik Open 7 days a week name of the person you designate. 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EARTH event is today Educated Animal Rescue and Teen Haven Services will partner with the Calhoun County Animal Shelter to help animals in need to find their permanent homes from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, June 14. The event will be hosted at 15323 Jenkins Road, Bellevue. “To help an animal in need, find a pet for yourself or that special family mem­ ber, or to treat yourself to a compassionate companion, come to the adoption event,” said EARTH Executive Director Michael Terpening. EARTH will have avail­ able for adoption horses, dogs and puppies, and many great cats and kittens. And, to make the day an even better event, EARTH will offer horse-drawn wagon rides, carnival games, lots of snacks, a huge garage sale, micro-chipping services and nail trimming. “So, bring the kids, bring your mom (she needs a pet too), bring your own pet (for micro-chipping and nail trim­ ming) and come on down,” said Terpening. “Most impor­ tantly, .bring .your heqrt , because as soon as you see these great pets, all ready to love you unconditionally, you’ll fall in love.” To learn more about EARTH, find out how to be a foster home volunteer, or make a much-needed dona­ tion, visit www.earthservices.org. ATTENTION VILLAGE RESIDENTS ELECTION NOTICE It is time to think about the village election that will be held on November 4, 2008. For those residents interested in serving as a Nashville Village official, the following positions will be on the ballot: Council Trustees (3 seats) 4 year terms Eligibility: Must be a resident and a registered voter in the Village of Nashville. 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VERMONTVILLE 2700 Nashville Road Hastings, MI 49058 NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. o> | 8 Now accepting MasterCard & Visa g �The Maple Vafcy News. Nashvdte, Saturday. June 14,2006 — Page 11 COUNCIL, continued from page 1 officer, and I never have to worry about him not com­ pleting the job. He has trained new officers that are hired by our department and has been a big asset to the Nashville Police Department and to the Village of Nashville.” Shapley also was com­ mended for his work to spearhead and organize a project to build a skate park for the community and for taking on administrative duties to assist Schray. “He is a great addition to the Nashville Police Department,” said Schray. “Mike’s performance has been nothing short of out­ standing,” said Mike Kenyon, Nashville Village Council trustee and chairman of the police committee. In other business the vil­ lage council: • Approved the 2008 tax spread of 13.14980 mills, which would generate a total of $316,047 in revenue for the village. The council also approved the 2008 special assessment tax list, which included 14 properties with overdue water and sewer bills totaling $12,999.83. • Denied a request for a $1,000 donation from local business owners interested in establishing a Downtown Development District (DDA) in Nashville. The request was denied based on an act that prohibits munici­ palities from donating public funds unless the money is collected through specifical- ly sanctioned avenues. In related action, the council set 7 p.m. Thursday, July 10, as the date for a public hearing on the proposed DDA. • Heard complaints from several village residents, many of them with property on Kellogg Street regarding flooding of homes, drive­ ways and garages after last week’s storms. Village Council President Frank Dunham referred the matter to Department of Public Works Supervisor Darryl Clements Jr. and the DPW committee for review. • Approved a $1,575 bid from Wolf Construction to repair the overhang above the back door of the village office. • Tabled action on street repair bids until the road drainage problem could be researched and reviewed by the DPW committee. -Approved a resolution to close M-66/Main Street from Sherman to Reed Street from 7 a_m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 14. to allow the display of vintage automobiles, motorcycles and tractors dur­ ing the annual Nashville and .Area Merchants Car Show. Car show organizers request­ ed the closure after Riverside Park, where the show was originally scheduled to be held, was flooded by recent heavy rains. Car show organizer Dan Kellogg praised Kenyon and Village Clerk Cathy Lentz for their quick response and for getting the Michigan Department of Transportation to approve the closure on such short notice. • Approved a request from the Nashville Skate Park Committee to hold a bake sale fundraiser during the car show. The bake sale will be set up on the sidewalk in front of the Nashville Police Department on Main Street. • Appointed Jack Holden to sene as the council’s liai­ son on a skate park subcom­ mittee which will work with the village planning commis­ sion as plans for the skate park progress. • Approved a request from village resident Larry Filter to volunteer to mow Lakeview Cemetery. Village Council Trustee James Dunham said that the ceme­ tery committee is looking for more volunteers willing to help with cemetery mainte­ nance. Interested parties are encouraged to contact the village office. • Tabled a motion to approve a bid for a new fur­ nace for the village office and referred the matter back to the building and grounds committee for further review. • Approved a motion to advertise for bids to update the village zoning ordinance. • Did not approve the appointment of council members Kenyon, Holden and James Dunham to a dam committee because they need four village residents to vol­ unteer to fill the remaining seats. Anyone interested in assisting the village as it researches options regarding the dam, including funding, possible removal or repair, is encouraged to contact the village office as soon as pos­ sible. Commission on Aging Schedule of Events Harold L. Thompson r*W»11m whi I ®p. bt jd stM P< julilik' I ta It to ut fa llapffl. LyURttMtonto Imtok hte toiinMdto s,tniMy tt, a mote' te w, Hyn mw® OTWM NASHVILLE - Harold L. (Pug) Thompson, age 68, of Vermontville passed away Friday, June 6, 2008 after a difficult struggle with ALS (Lou Gerhigs disease) at his home. Although this disease stole “Pugs” quality of life and ability to speak, it never took his smile or amazing personality. “Pug” was born in Lansing, on September 19, 1939, the son of the late Parmer A. and Martha (Walker) Thompson. He was raised in the Vermontville area and attended local schools graduating from Maple Valley High School in 1957. He owned and operated Thompson Excavating serv­ ing the Vermontville and Nashville areas for over 40 years. “Pug” loved to fish, watch birds and spend time with his beloved grandchildren. When he wasn't excavating. Pug could be found at the local coffee shops telling sto­ ries. “Pug’ is survived by two daughters, Kristin Royston and Angela (Greg) Lane, a son Robert Thompson, a sis­ ter, Tilley Kilgore, three brothers, Ray Thompson, Don Thompson, and Junior Dependable, damage-free mage • Lockouts •Tire Service Accident Recovery Long-Haul Ing! In DOBBIVS k Off-Road rntewW** DOBBINS |EFF DOBBIN'S auto service, inc. . I**" Owner, JeffDobbin, ASE Master Technician over 20 years experience 6673498 Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Hearty Menu Monday, June 16 Spaghetti and meatballs, marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, com, pineapple and mandarin oranges. Tuesday, June 17 Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes, chopped spinach, mixed fruit, Jell-O, wheat bread. Wednesday, June 18 BBQ ribette, Brussels sprouts, carrots, applesauce, hamburger bun. Thompson. He is also sur­ vived by his grandchildren Cierra, Bobby and Becci, Jeannie, John, and Kristina. He was proceeded in death by his sisters Bethyl Thompson, Joyce (Kenyon) Joppie, and his brother Bob Thompson. A public visitiation was held on Tuesday, June 10 at The Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Respecting “Pug’s” wish­ es funeral services were held privately. Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to The Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Thursday, June 19 Mexican fajita, com, broc­ coli, diced peaches, tortilla. Friday, June 20 Macaroni and cheese, green peas, tomato juice, pineapple tidbits. Cold Menu Monday, Junel6 Cheese spread, com and tomato salad, plums, whole wheat crackers. Tuesday, June 17 Sliced chicken, tomato salad, fruit compote, wheat bread. Wednesday, June 18 Italian pasta salad, garbanzo bean salad, mandarin oranges. Thursday, June 19 Chicken and pasta salad, American cheese, three bean salad, tropical fruit. Friday, June 20 Tuna salad, marinated veg­ etables, diced pears, wheat bread. Activities Calendar Monday, June 16: Hastings - Music with Sam; Crafts 10:30 a.m.; Card Making 12:30 p.m. Delton Bingo. H.W.N Reminiscence. Tuesday, June 17: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Beg. Line Dance 11 a.m.; Bocce Ball 10:30 a.m.; Bible Study. Nashville - Mini Massage 11 a.m.; Mini Massage 11 a.m. GL - Cards and Games 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, M66 Tire Let us help stretch your gas dollars • Tune-Ups • Fuel Injection Services June 18: Hastings - Nails; Music with Sam: Celery City Showcase Bus Trip 10 a.m.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m. Delton Reminiscence. Thursday, June 19: Hast­ ings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Beg. Line Dance 11 a.m.; Mini Massages 9 a_m.-2 p.m.; Caregiver’s Sup. 3:30 p.m.; Cancer Support 1 p.m. Delton - Puzzles/Trivia. Friday, June 20: Hast-ings Exercise 9 a.m.; Mixed Media Paint 9:30 a.m.; Model Railroad noon. Woodland - Visiting. Nash­ ville Feast/Nashville 5. Propane Tanks • Change Fuel Filter | • Check Your Tires Air Pressure All Ways we can help SAVE you money! 7775 Saddlebag Lake Rd. (M-66) - Lake Odessa 616-374-1200 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday. June 14. 2008 - Page 12 STORMS, continued from page 1 “We had a couple of power outages that lasted several hours Friday and Sunday, some downed power lines and split poles,” said Nashville Police Chief Jerry Schray. “We also had several trees and large branches down blocking the roadways, and the fire department was busy clean­ ing those up. North of town, there was a house that had an R V and jungle gym tip over and the shingles tore offtheir roof.” As a result of flooding of the Thornapple River from the storms, the Nashville and Area Merchants Car Show, which was slated to be held in Riverside Park in Nashville, has been moved to M-66/Main Street in Nashville’s business district. M-66 will be closed from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. to allow the display of vintage and antique cars, motorcycles and tractors. M-66 traffic will be rerouted down Reed, Lentz and Sherman streets during the event Vermontville Township Fire Chief and Village of Vermontville Department of Public Works Street Supervisor Monte O’Dell reported that there were some fallen branches and small washouts on East, North, South and West Main streets, and a power outage the site to find out if the from 4 to 10:30 p.m. Sunday roads have been opened. within the village limits. The “People just need to real­ worst ofthe damage was out­ ize it will take us a while to side of town. get cleaned up, and to drive “Friday night the fire accordingly, especially on department assisted the the side roads,” he said. Sunfield Fire Department in The Eaton County removing fallen branches Sheriff’s Department issued and debris from streets and a list of road closings roadways and cordoning off Monday morning. At press downed power lines until time Friday afternoon roads Consumers could get there,” remaining closed included: he said. Royston north of Davis County Board of Commissioners. “That’s a significant amount of damage,” he said, adding that the monetary fig­ ure was derived from a quick assessment of the roads and communities. The estimate doesn’t include damage to private homes or other build­ ings nor does it include crop losses, which were unknown at press time. Under the direction of Fillmore EQUIPMENT, INC. Serving Western Michigan Since 1976 MORE Farmers Trust Fillmore. $259 Per Month 5103 Utility Tractor •45 HP John Deere More Selection! More Service! More Convenience! More Value! 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The rain, flash floods and Highway, Davis Highway Barry County Emergency fallen trees took a toll on west of Royston, Gresham Management Director Jim public and private property. Highway from Benton Road Y arger, Callton signed a dis­ According to Brad Lamberg, to Cochran Road, aster declaration June 12 in managing director of the McConnell Highway from hopes that the county can Barry County Road Otto Road to Stewart Road, secure state or federal funds Commission, the county has Five Point Highway west of or other resources to help 1,065 miles ofroads, most of Matthews Road, Kinsel with such challenges as which endured some form of Highway from Ionia Road to storm cleanup, road repair damage and will need minor Pease Road, Anderson and municipal expenses or major repairs. Highway from Shaytown including overtime pay. The Though he hadn’t been Road to Brown Road, Pease declaration will be sent to the able to fully determine the Road from Valley Highway state level of emergency cost of the damage, he sug- to Kinsel Highway, Pease management, Callton said. gested it might range Road from M-79 to Carlisle The last time the county between $250,000 and Highway, Lamie Highway declared a disaster situation $500,000. Repairs must from Shaytown Road to was in 2004, and it was due come out of the road com­ Bradley Road, Brick Road to flooding. mission’s general operating west of Shaytown, and The National Weather budget, he said. Valley Road from Shaytown Service reported that the last Damage ranged from Road to Ionia Highway. time the Thomapple River washouts on gravel roads to The weekend wind and reached a similar crest was in “edge drops” (large rain storms caused an esti­ January 2005. Some may washouts on the shoulders of mated $500,000 damage to recall that flood, when reced­ paved roads) to flooding and roads and communities in ing waters left rings of ice fallen trees on roads. Barry County, said Michael around the trunks of trees near The hardest hit areas were Callton, chairman of the the river. in Hastings, Castleton, Woodland and Maple Grove townships, said Lamberg. “The majority of damage is from washouts and major parts of the roads missing,” he said. “Some residential driveways along gravel roads were washed out. People were without power and needed to be able to get out of their driveways.” Wednesday morning the Barry County Road Commission reported the fol­ lowing were closed due to wash outs or high water: Center Road between Charlton Park and Mathison (impassable), Greggs Crossing Road, Martin Road (between Center and East State roads and between East State and Bayne roads is closed; Barger between Center and Thomapple Lake roads; and Swift Road from M-79 to Bivens Road is closed. The road commission has posted notices on its Web Wash outs like this one on Pease Road in site, barrycrc.org. Lamberg ermontville closed many unpaved roads in the suggested residents check Nashville and Vermontville area. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/822/MapleValleyNews_2008-06-21.pdf 853a919c243aad1ad3e278ecfb401302 PDF Text Text MAPLE nev Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 A local paper of today! Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 136-No. 25, June 21, 2008 Local nurses go on mission trip to Brazil They had never done any­ thing like this before, but both would do it again. Pam Randall, RN and Deb Cook, RN, both from the Hayes Green Beach (HGB) Memorial Hospital Outpatient Surgery Department, recently took the trip of a lifetime to Brazil to work on a medical mission trip in the Amazon. Christian Medical Services, a division of Construction for Worldwide Evangelism (CWE/CMS), organized the program. Randall and Cook worked with a team of more than 24 health professionals to pro­ vide medical, dental and eye care to the people of several villages. In just five days’ time, the group saw about 1,570 patients ranging in age from 1 month old to almost 90 years. The villagers were able to pick from just one of the three services offered. According to Randall, most picked medical. "These were such gracious and loving people," explained Randall, who has been a nurse at HGB for 32 years. "They were suffering from every­ thing from worms to upper respiratory infections, eye irritations, rashes, scabies and fungal infections. But they were always very pleas­ ant. They would wait all day in the heat and humidity because they had few alterna­ tives." Randall first heard about the CWE/CMS program through her son, Jeffrey, who is a project coordinator for the construction division. She was invited to go last year but the notice was too short to make the necessary arrangements for foreign travel. This year she was ready. Unfortunately, about six weeks before the trip, her nurse colleague from Traverse City was unable to attend. But Deb Cook stepped in, and thanks to an anonymous donor, was able to make the trek with Randall to South America. The cost of the trip was $2,500 each and included transportation, food, supplies and lodging. The mission team was housed on a river­ boat where they slept in hammocks, bathed with Amazon water and enjoyed what Randall called "excel­ lent" food. "We were nervous and uncertain about what to expect. But we were also excited. We didn’t know our exact location on the Amazon or what our accom­ modations would be," said Randall. "We trusted the See NURSES, page 6 Hayes Green Beach nurses Pam Randall (left) and Deb Cook (right) pose with their interpreter in Brazil. Nashville organizers pleased with new car show venue by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Car show organizers and Nashville business owners are hailing the last-minute change of venue for the Nashville and Area Merchants annual car show a success and hope to make it a permanent change. Last week, show organiz­ ers asked for and were grant­ ed permission from the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) and the Village of Nashville to close M-66Z South Main Street from Reed to Sherman streets for the car show after the event’s regular venue Riverside Park, behind the downtown business district, was flooded by recent storms. “I thought it was fantastic having the cars on Main Street,” said Judy Quantrell, one of the owners of Jack and Judy’s Country Kettle Cafe. “It was good for busi­ ness. I think that a lot more people driving through town saw the car show (than when it is held in the park) and got out and walked around and patronized local businesses.” Cindy Heinsen, owner of All That Glitters agrees with Quantrell. “I loved it. Having the cars on Main Street made it feel more like the event was part ofthe town, and it was fun to have the cars right outside my door,” she said. “I know a lot more people stopped in and wandered around town and did some window shop­ ping. “I think the organizers did a wonderful job, I think the car show was much better than in previous years and I hope they have it on Main Street again,” she added. “It makes sense, classic cars belong on Main Street. See CAR, page 8 Nashville cafe has fun for everyone Vermontville welcomes returning soldier Vermontville area residents lined the streets last Sunday to welcome home Army Pfc. Brett Smith a Cavalry Scout with the 1-15 Infantry HQ Company stationed at Fort Benning, Ga. Smith is home on a 30-day leave after serving a 14-month tour of duty at COP Combat Outpost Cleary in Wahinda, Iraq, 30 miles south of Baghdad. Smith (center) is pictured with local veterans and members of American Childs-Demeray American Legion Post 22 Tom Williams (left) and Bill Stanton (right). (Photo courtesy of Ken Miller, Miller’s Photographic Studio). Andy and Kristy Roush, owners of Roush’s Sidewalk Cafe, 119 N. Main Street in downtown Nashville, have created a calendar of summer fun that offers something for everyone. Roush’s kicked off the summer with a graduation party for featuring live music on the patio provided by the Tommee Profitt band. “We had a really good turn out for that,” said Andy, who added that everyone in the community is invited to attend. “We want to do this because we feel that as busi­ ness owners it is part of our job to create a sense of com­ munity. And, if people come down and enjoy the fun and happen to patronize our local businesses, it’s a win-win sit­ uation.” Other local business and organizations have helped the Roushes by sponsoring an event or donating door prizes or other items and or services. They include: Tommee Profitt band, Maple Valley High School, Midnite Soundz, Ewing Garden Center and Landscaping, The Salon, Peas in a Pod Preschool and Childcare, Step ‘N’ Time dance studio, All That Glitters, Court-Side Embroidery and Screen Printing, Maple Valley Pharmacy, BBCS, Aaron Staines, Northern Blue, Purple Rose Massage Therapy, Nashville Chiropractic Center, Putnam District Library, Baron Tons See CAFE, page 3 In This Issue • ‘Catch the Reading Bug’ begins at • • • • • Vermontville library Nashville cafe offers summer fun Vermontville Summerfest needs entrants and vendors Nashville blood drive nets 36 pints Putnam hosts art show KVA honors its best ball players �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday. June 21, 2008 — Page 2 ‘Catch the Reading Bug’ begins at Vermontville library The annual children's summer reading program for 2<Xl8 kicks off this week at the Vermontville Township Library “Catch the Reading Bug” will offer bug-themed programs for children from pre-readers to age 14. These programs will be held at 6:30 p.m. on alternating Tuesday evenings al the library The kick-off event was held Tuesday. Upcoming programs include: • July 1. Bug Safari — take part in a ‘bug hunt' • July IS, How to Eat Fried Worms — enjoy the classic cartoon version and some ‘wormy’ crafts. • July 29, The Good, the Bad and the (B)ugly— explore how bugs can help and harm. • Aug. 12, “A Bug’s Life,” join the library for the "walk­ in" movie where it will be set up the projector on the lawn for this Disney movie; • Aug. 26, wrap-up event — enjoy refreshments and claim prizes earned by read­ ing books this summer. In addition to the pro­ grams, participants will be able to read for prizes. 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Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517)726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG 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 Wed. 530 p.m................................. Family 6:00-7:15 Pioneer Club Sun: 930...................................... Sunday 10: 00............................................. Church 11: 00 ........................................ Fellowship GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School.................... 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... P.M. Worship............ Elsie E. Wolver 135 Washington P.O. Box 95 Vermontville, MI Res. 49096-0095 (517) 726-0637 Broker Nashville’s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! ABUNDANT GRACE WORLD OUTREACH CENTER Real Estate ofheart. Andalthough we don’t know which ofour kind .11 a.m. .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship ..................................... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER 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 PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST 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. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Services :00 & 1030 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages .. .10:30 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 MAPLE GROVE ppeBrIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road hool (1/2 mile East ofM-66, rvice 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday School..................... 10 a.m. A.M. Service ................. 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service.......................... 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY 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 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship.................... 8:30 a.m Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School: 930 a.m. Adult Sunday School: 10:50 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday Worship Service ............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................ 11:15 a.m. PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN 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 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday Mass..................... 9:45 a.m. FATHER AL RUSSELL A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings M-79 West Sunday Schoo Worship............ 0 a.m. 1 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 . PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 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 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 . . .6:30 p.m. AWANA................. 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies: United Methodist Women: 2nd Tues. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, June 21,2008 — Page 3 CAFE, continued from page 1 LLC, Musser Service, Sandy Schondelmayer Bar-B-Q, Shirley’s Chuckwagon Cafe and Main Street Salon. Friday was “night club” night and the patio at Roush’s rocked to music and karaoke provided by a DJ from Midnite Soundz. Area residents won’t have to travel far to feel sand between their toes Thursday, July 3. Starting at 5 p.m. Roush’s will host a beach party, featuring sand trucked in for the occasion by Ewing Garden Center and Landscaping, and an out- door movie on the patio, a community softball game (sign up now), water bal­ loons and much more. Flashback Cruise rolls into Roush’s two weeks later starting at 5 p.m. Friday, July 18. There will be a classic movie and car-side dining featuring classic diner food and root beer floats behind the restaurant, “We’ll even have our staff on roller-skates,” said Andy. Plus visitors can have their photograph taken with spe­ cial guests and those who “dress the part” will have an opportunity to win a prize. Roush’s will usher in August with a luau, starting at 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 2, featuring a Hawaiian pig roast, from Sandy Schondelmayer Bar-B-Q Catering, luau music, live entertainment, a pizza-eating contest, tropical food, games and an outdoor movie. From 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 16, Northern Blue will provide live bluegrass and gospel music for the whole family to enjoy. Afterward, there will be a showing of O Brother Where Art Thou. The summer fun series finishes with a stroll down the boardwalk starting at 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 23. A boardwalk cookout will fea­ ture coney dogs, ice cream and cotton candy, plus carni­ val games and a dunk tank. For more information watch for ads in upcoming editions of The Reminder or call Roush’s Sidewalk Cafe 517-852-0540. The Tommee Profit! band plays at Roush’s Sidewalk Cafe. Budget cuts could eliminate Eaton County 4-H program of Roush’s Sidewalk Cafe. Glennon-Smith Kea Glennon-Freds and Larry Freds of Lansing are pleased to announce the engagement of their grand­ daughter Bridget Anne Glennon to Brett Mark Smith, son of Sheri Franks of Mason and Tony and Patricia Smith of Vermontville. Bridget is the daughter of Timothy Glennon of Des Moines, Iowa and the late Virginia Dawley. Bridget is a 2006 graduate of Waverly High School. Brett is a 2004 graduate of Maple Valley High School and a member of the U.S. Army, Ft. Benning, Georgia, and is currently deployed in Iraq. A June 28th wedding is planned in Vermontville. Amy Jo Parish Nearly 400 supporters of the MSU Extension office packed the boardroom, hall­ way and entrance into the Eaton County Courthouse Wednesday night in protest of proposed cuts by the board of commissioners. One possible cut would eliminate the funding now designated to the Eaton County branch of the MSU Extension office. In a letter to supporters, Eaton County MSU Extension Director Mona Ellard said that elimi­ nating county funding would cause the university to pull the branch from the county. She said that while the office has gone through budget cuts in previous years, this is the first instance that closing down the office has been dis­ cussed. "Before, they (the board of commissioners) have given us a number to cut," said Ellard. "We will have to make some cuts, but our hope is to keep the office open. Surviving is really what we’re looking at but we also have to have the pro­ gram staff to do that." Though the commission­ ers will not vote on a final­ ized budget for next year until September, the crowd of supporters wasn’t taking any chances that their mes­ sage wouldn’t get heard. "The MSU Extension office is integral to the fair ^Diana’s Tfece The board will meet again and its commitment to serve when she and her husband affect every department in Wednesday, July 16, at 7 youths," said Chris Garrison, unexpectedly had their first the county. vice president of the Eaton child. "If we do nothing but cut p.m. in the board of commis­ County Fair Board. "The 4-H "I had never changed dia­ the 1.6 million, we will still sioners meeting room at the and the fair provide opportu­ pers or held a baby more have a deficit next year of $1 Eaton County Courthouse in nities that school systems than 30 seconds," said million... We are trying the Charlotte. can’t." Carrero. "I called the best we can to do this once Garrison also told com­ Extension office and the (balance the budget)," missioners that the 15-mem- Building Strong Families Brehler told the crowd near ber volunteer fair board con­ Program, and in two days the end of the nearly threetribute countless hours Donna Turner was at my hour meeting. "We are tiying throughout the year to take door with resources and to minimize the pain caused care of the grounds and help information... We needed to our own employees promote the community that help. We did not know because, quite frankly, the through various events. what to do. I can’t tell you majority of the budget is A recent camping rally enough how much this pro­ made up of employee com­ held at the fairgrounds by the gram means to us and the pensation and benefits. Good Sam Club netted the loss it would mean to our lit­ People are not going to have community more than tle family if the program is a job." Though no decision was © Stadium Seating O No passes $17,000 in five days, added lost." SHOWTIMES 6/21 - 6/26 Through numerous public made Wednesday night, Garrison. Every Monday thru Friday He asked the board to con­ comments, the message was Brehler thanked the hun­ at 10:30 am kids sider the economic impact clear - eliminating Extension dreds ofpeople in attendance along with the effect that loss would mean eliminating a for taking part in the process of the office would have on valuable resource for the and said their comments 6/23-6/27 BEE MOVIE (PG) would be taken into consid­ county. the community. O ©GET SMART (PG-13) The question for those eration as the budget devel­ Garrison asked the board 11: 00,1:30,4:00,6:30, 9:00 to think about the nearly 700 behind the desks now ops further. FRI/SATLS 11:25 O© THE LOVE GURU (PG-13) In other action, the comyouths registered for 4-H this becomes how to balance the 12: 50,3:00,5:10,7:20,9:30 unanimously year and what the proposed budget while still providing missioners FRI/SATLS 11:40 funding cut would mean to as many services as possible. approved a resolution to O THE INCREDIBLE HULK (PG-13) 11: 10,1:40,4:10,6:40,9:20 The commissioners are enter into a contract with the them. FRI/SATLS 11:50 "We are asking you to trying to balance a $1.6 mil­ Village of Vermontville for KUNG FU PANDA (PG) 12: 00,2:10,4:30,6:50,9:10 consider what you will be lion deficit for next year and special police services. In YOU DON’T MESS WITH THE ZOHAN taking away from the youths in doing so is cutting funding return for enforcement of (PG-13) FRI/SATLS 11:30 and community by shutting from virtually every depart­ certain portions of its local ordinance within the village, down Extension," said ment. Chairman Joseph Brehler the county will receive Garrison. "If there is no Extension, there’s no 4-H. If said the budget crunch would $7,200 in payment. there’s no 4-H, there’s no reason to have a fair." 06673855 Along with the 4-H pro­ The Vermontville Revue gram, MSU Extension offers presents...GODSPELL a host of other programs to benefit farmers, gardeners, conservationists and families. A musical by Stephen Schwartz, RewHope Church Vermontville Revue based on the gospel of St. Matthew Through heavy emotion, 436 West Harris, 211 Main St, Penny Carrero of Charlotte All performances are FREE Charlotte Vermontville said the Extension office WILL OFFERING ONLY. July Hat 7pm lune 27 & 28 at 7pm provided necessary support June 29 at 7pm The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Tuesday — Friday S.E. Corner ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 llvf ng Gospel Church CALL 269-945-9554 any time for Action-ads! 1600 Rochester SL lake Odessa June 29 at 1045am Kilpatrick United Brethren Church Woodland July13at9i11 Nashville UNIC 210 Washington SL Nashville July 12 at 7pm Sunfield CMC 227 Logan SL Sunfield July 13 at 7pm There will be no advance ticket sales for these events. As this is an outreach sponsored by the Vermontville Revue, we encour­ age local churches to spread the good word! Please call Amanda at 616-902­ 4193 if you have any questions. �Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, June 21.2006 — Page 4 Commission LIBRARY, continued from page 2 • July 17 — Wjj gaming night, with the game being projected on the big screen with a new projector. Aug. 7 — Teen Craft Night with a variety of crafts to try. Registration for the teen events is recommended but not required. Participants may also reg­ ister at the first event For more information, contact the library at 517-726-1362. Parents, library volunteers and children toss bug shaped bean bags on a “web.” Vermontville Township Librarian Carla Rumsey reads to young patrons during the summer reading program kick-off. Bercie S. Foste HASTINGS Bercie S. Foster, 94, of Hasting, died Saturday, June 14, 2008. Bercie was born in Montcalm County on March 1, 1914, the daughter of Don and Carrie Hinkley. She is survived by her daughters, Linda (Jim) Firebaugh ofUnion Hall, VA and Karen (Jim) Serrels of Bellevue; five grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchil- Nashville Church of the Nazarene 301 Fuller, Nashville • 517-852-1930 • mb Invites you to join us for VACATION bible SCHOOL Children entering grades: K - 6tth June 23rd thru June 27th 6:00 Mpm - 8:30 *pm 06673690 dren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, Albert Foster in 2007. Funeral services were held Tuesday, June 17, 2008, at Pray Funeral Home with Pastor Marty Sanders offici­ ating. Interment was at Ft. Custer National Cemetery in Augusta. If desired, memorial con­ tributions may be made to the VFW, Charlotte or the American Cancer Society. Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.prayfuneral.com “Out Family Serving Yours (517) 852-9712 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville Scott A. Daniels & Owner/M an age r 02892907_________ Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Hearty Menu Monday, June 23 Chicken breast and gravy, parslied potatoes, Calif, blend veggies, orange juice, wheat bread. Tuesday, June 24 Ham, sweet potatoes, broc­ coli, apple, wheat bread. Wednesday, June 25 Hawaiian meatballs, rice, green peas, cauliflower, diced peaches. Thursday, June 26 Chicken alfiredo, bowties, com, chopped spinach, pineapple, orange juice. Friday, June 27 Baked chicken, Redskin potatoes, asparagus, banana, wheat bread. Cold Menu Monday, June 23 Cottage cheese, Spanish bean salad, pineapple and mandarin oranges, com muf­ fin. Tuesday, June 24 Seafood pasta salad, moz­ zarella cheese, black bean and tomato salad, tropical fruit. Wednesday, June 25 Pea and peanut salad, mari­ nated vegetables, applesauce, wheat bread. Thursday, June 26 Turkey and pasta salad, American cheese, com and tomato salad, pineapple tid­ bits. Friday, June 27 Roast beef w/cheese, broc­ coli raisin salad, diced peach­ es, wheat bread. Activities Calendar Monday, June 23: (Clockwise from left)Mercedes Scott, Brooklyn Scott, Judy Scott, Jade Scott, library volunteer Cheryl Hastings - Music with Sam; Sheridan, Brianna Jordan, and Carie Betz make a but­ Crafts 10:30 a.m.; Card Making 12:30 p.m.; Kinship terfly themed craft. Care 7 p.m. Delton -Birthday Party.. H,W,N Reminiscence. Tuesday, June 24: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Beg. Line Dance 11 a.m.; Bocce Ball 10:30 a.m.; Bible Study; Hair Cuts; Red Hats Craft Day 1 ;45 p.m. GL - Cards and Games 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 25: Hastings - Nails; Music with Sam; Celery City Showcase Bus Trip 10 a.m.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m. Delton Reminiscence. Thursday, June 26: Hast­ ings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Beg. Line Dance 11 a.m.; Beading 5 p.m. Delton Puzzles/Trivia. Friday, June 27: Hast­ ings - Exercise 9 a.m.; Mixed Media Paint 9:30 a.m.; Model Railroad noon. Woodland - Nashville 5 11:30. Library volunteer Diana Reid talks to Payne Stephenes, Wyatt Ledford, Bridget King, and Nick led­ ford about the praying mantis. 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 COUIliU on Aging Schedule of Events For everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics (269) 945-9554 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, June 21,2008 — Page 5 Vermontville Summerfest needs entrants and vendors Vermontville Summerfest local crafters, artists and 2008 organizers are looking civic, church, school or com­ for entrants for the car, truck, munity organizations that tractor and motorcycle show would like to have a booths as well as local vendors for for this family-oriented event the event slated for Saturday, are welcome and encouraged Aug. 2. to register. Vendors can The fee for those who reg­ begin setting up their booths ister a car, truck, tractor and at 1 p.m. the day ofthe event. motorcycle for the show on All proceeds from this or before Tuesday, July 15, year’s event will go to the the fee is $5 per vehicle. Maple Valley FFA. Students Registration from 2 to 4 p.m. from Maple Valley FFA will the day of the event will be judge the car, truck, tractor $8 per vehicle. Dash plaques and motorcycle show from 3 will be given to the first 75 to 6 p.m., and awards will be vehicles to register. presented at 7 p.m. The $15 registration fee In addition to the car for vendors is due by July 15, show, crafts and vendors the as well. Organizers say that Vermontville Township Fire Department will host a waterball contest in the morning, and children’s games and activities in the park will be joined by a dunk tank, outdoor barbecue, 50/50 drawings, village-wide garage sales, raffles , chain saw carving demonstrations, music beginning in the morning and continuing through the evening. There will be a free movie in the park after dark, live music at Roadrunners at much more. For more information or to register contact Kim Himeiss 517-726-1043 or Ace Auto 517-726-1500. Peas in a Pod Preschool Dash plaques given to entrants in the Vermontville Summerfest Car Show Saturday, Aug. 2, will have this design. Classroom work and staff training is under way at Peas in a Pod Preschool and Child Care, which will be opening Tuesday, Sept. 2., at the First Congregational Church in downtown Vermontville. Teachers and caregivers recently completed required first aid and CPR courses. Registration for classes at Peas in a Pod has been going on for a couple of months. "We have had a number of registrations for both the pre­ school and childcare, and we are so excited to get to know the children and their fami­ lies,” said co-owner and pre­ school teacher Carrie Hopkins. “We still have spots available in both the preschool and child care and would love to have anyone interested give us a call." Preschool classes will run from September through May for 4-year-olds from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday; 9 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesday and Thursday a.m. for 2- and 3-year-olds (must be potty-trained); and 12:30 to 3 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday for mixed 3- and 4-year-olds. Each class will be limited to 15 children. A Peas in a Pod staff member undergoes CPR and First Aid training. In addition to the pre­ school, full-time child care also will be available for infants 6 weeks to 2 years of age, full or part-time open­ ings for toddlers and older children, before-school care, after-school care, and wrap­ around care for children whose parents want them to be enrolled in one of the pre­ school classes. The child care will operate year-round from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday. Besides just the physical A REMINDER TO MY CUSTOMERS... Kathy’s Summer Hours (June-August*) Wednesdays 517-726-1506 I 8 150 N. Main Vermontville 10-6 Thursdays 10-6 Fridays 10-6 Saturdays 10-2 Later by appointment 'possibly remaining the same as warranted throughout the year 6070 Bivens Road Spacious 1544 sq. ft. home on 3 acres, 500 addi­ tional sq. ft. of finished basement, hardwood floors, fireplace, large kitchen and master bath with jacuzzi, 30x40 pole bam, 2.5 car garage, fenced in playground, large private deck. *169,900 517-852-0174 Of 269-720-3088 aspect of getting the class­ rooms around for the fall, the staff at Peas in a Pod is busy preparing lesson plans and curriculum. Peas in a Pod Judy Loy of Maple Valley Pharmacy congratulates Michael Brown, 6, the winner of will feature child-centered the Tailgating Grill given away Saturday at the pharmacy's open house. Joining and child-led programs. "We are not a preschool Michael and Judy are Michael's sisters, Kaelynn Brown, 4, and McKenzye Corwin, program full of dittos and 13. textbooks. We will create a learning environment where imagination and creative exploration will enhance a young child’s educational experience," said co-owner The 8th Annual Nashville Route “66” Car Show was held on M-66 Hwy this *"* 1 and teacher Kristi Lincoln. year, and it was a great The lesson plans in both the success because of the generosity of the following preschool and childcare at Peas Nashville and Hastings Door, Trophy and T-Shirt Sponsors... in a Pod will provide learning The Dogtrack Hastings Bowl Maple Valley Pharmacy opportunities for all types of Cookies N Cream Ewing’s Garden Center M-C Supply learners. There will be plenty Razor’s Edge Country Kettle NAPA of hands-on activities in all Kings Music Center Gilmore Jewelry Good Time Pizza Hair Care Center Henney’s House of Gifts Hastings City Bank areas of educational focus — Vem’s Repair & Service Wal-Mart Chris’s Beauty Shop art and sensory, math and sci­ Tractor Suply Kent Oil Company Superette ence, language and literacy and Tom Walther Larry Hook Pee Wee £ music and movement Detail Shop J-Ad Graphics Maple Valley Implement "Some people may under­ Bernie & Ruth Hickey Bill Seif Chevrolet Little’s Country Store Dobbins C-Store Marathon Trumble’s Insurance Agcy. estimate the importance of Sparks Scooter Shack Musser’s Service Station Barney Silsbee preschool, but it is a very Barlow’s Hower Shop Mulberry Gardens Court-Side Embroidery vital learning experience for Ponderosa Mulberry Golf Course Shirley’s Chuckwagon young children. Beyond the Performance Plus Main St. Salon Dorothy’s Hairstyling wonderful social skills that Rose Construction Loretta Pixley Nashville Chiropractic Nashville Fire Department Maple Valley Realty Hamilton’s Excavating, Inc. children will gain, it will also Hometown Lumber K & K Custom Carl’s Supermarket provide a basis for the skills Nashville VFW Mar-Jay Collectibles Jerry’s Tire that children must have by Nothin But Truck Two J’s Nashville Shell Station & the time that they enter M-C Auto Repair Roush’s Sidewalk Cafe Subway kindergarten. All of a child’s Eaton Federal Bank Daniel’s Funeral Home Bosley Drug Store Hickey Electric preschool experiences will Nashville Maple Syrup Assn. Mexican Connexion DJ Kyle All That Glitters Hower Shop State Grounds Coffee only enhance a child's learn­ Grace Community Church Lynn Denton Ins. Agcy. Kathy’s Kitchen ing abilities as he or she Rick Vessecchia Wilson’s Sugar Bush Lifestyles enters the K-12 school sys­ Newton Vending Dollar General Girls Hastings Theaters tem," added Hopkins and Wheelers Marine Mills Landing Brian’s Tire Lincoln. Hummells Body Shop Felpausch Food Center Auto Zone King’s Appliance Bell Cleaners WBCH There are still spaces Melvin Hale Hastings Hower Shop Barry’s Auto available in the preschool Anne’s Health Food Store Radio Shack classes as well as the child County Seat Precision Guesswork care. To register or for more We Apologize if we have omitted anyone. Please know that we appreciate one and all. information, call 517-852­ A special “Thank You” to the Nashville merchants and residentsfor theirpatience 9558. and understanding due to our last minute change ofrelocating our car show. Maple Valley Pharmacy gives away grill Thank You �Just Say "As AdverUsed in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, June 21, 2008 — Page 6 NURSES, continued from page 1 company we were traveling with, however, because they were very cautious about our health and safety. It was very pleasant to be treated so ception that it is a dangerous river. She and Cook were also both moved by the courage and positive attitude of the patients they saw. "Despite how isolated and poor they were, I was amazed at how content they were in their poverty," shared Cook. "I didn’t expect them to be as civilized as they were. We held their hands and connected with them through the basics of human touch. They showed their gratitude with endless smiles and kisses on both cheeks, and even gifts of exotic local fruit" Cook explained how one patient who had suffered a stroke "just beamed" after receiving an important med­ ication she needed for her recovery. She couldn’t afford to fill the prescription from the doctor because she didn’t have enough money or transportation to go the long distance to find the drug. At 89, she’d essentially been sent home to die, according to Cook. But the mission group had the drug and was able to provide it to her. "It was so rewarding. She couldn’t stop thanking me," said Cook. "We take what we have for granted in this country." Patients learned of the services through missionar- well." Randall said one of her biggest surprises was seeing so many children playing in the Amazon, despite the per- Pam Randall stops for a photo with one of the many patients who visited the medical clinic in Brazil where she worked while on a recent mission trip. MAPLE VALLEY n DuodqlI CCOeltCsI tIAV Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 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 - ABR Home 517-852-5066 ies who visited local vil­ lages. They came with a wide variety of ailments and care needs, said Randall, including women’s health­ care issues, fatigue, severe cuts, yeast and bladder infec­ tions, fever, eye infections and dental problems. "We did lots of dental extractions," Randall remem­ bered. "We also had one man with post-traumatic stress syndrome from an anaconda attack, and a newborn who had to be transferred to a hos­ pital. "While it was a moving, gratifying experience that I would do again, I also know we were really just putting ‘Band Aids’ on most things. We could treat them one day, but without regular access to care, they are likely to have the same problems again." Construction for Worldwide Evangelism and its subsidiary, Christian Medical Services, provide a religious message to the patients as well when they come for treatment. Organizers work with the local missionaries to reach people, who are given a book on the Gospel of John after they receive care. In this case, the books were written in Portuguese, the native lan­ guage in Brazil, and 12 inter-; preters helped the workers communicate with the patients and their families. Pastor Mark Booth of the Calvary Baptist Church in Charlotte helped with that part ofthe trip. Booth, who is fluent in Portuguese after being a minister in South Africa and Portugal for many years, was able to communi­ cate directly with the patients Deb Cook holds one of the young patients who visit­ ed the medical clinic in Brazil. and their families to share the word of God. "I enjoyed working with others to bring our message to these wonderful people," said Booth, who has been at Calvary Baptist for 12 years and has been on many mis­ sion trips with the church. "It was very rewarding to see people accept Jesus into their hearts for the first time. They were very open and receptive to the spirituality of it all." Both Cook and Randall are also active in their respective churches and enjoy time with family. Randall is a member of South Church in Lansing and has three children and nine grandchildren. Cook belongs to Kalamo Methodist Church in Bellevue. A single mother of three who has done other local and national mission work, Cook admits she’s never done anything quite like the trip to Brazil. "This was the best vaca­ tion I could ever take," she says. "Sharing my skills and my heart was better than lying on a beach. I definitely recommend it to others." 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(VL-149) 9) Last week, 45 donors pre­ sented yielding 36 pints of blood for the Barry County Red Cross June blood drive in Nashville, according to drive Chairperson Doreen Dean. There was one first-time donor and the following peo­ ple earned pins: Donna Packer 1 gallon, Dorothy McDougal 4 gallons, and Bill Fox 2 gallons. The two $5 gift certificates donated by Mulberry Gardens Restaurant and banquet Facility were won by Pat Hickey and John Rathbum. Dean said the Red Cross appreciates Mulberry Gardens for donating the gift certificates, sharing their facilities and helping out with whatever else was needed, Shirley’s Chuck Wagon for donating strawberries and Jack and Judy Quantrell, owners of Jack and Judy’s Country Kettle Cafe for donating biscuits used for the shortcake served to donors during the drive. The next blood drive is set for 1 to 6:45 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 14, at Mulberry Gardens Restaurant and Banquet Facility in Nashville. Donors must be at least 17 years of age weigh at least 110 pounds and be in reasonably good health. THAIVK VCVIJp^nh gg THANK YOU 1RRBKW8 Thunk you to the f g Alternutive Ed I 3 stuff £ students for your I I work ut our | S luk'WemvWiemEw' C. emetery** . Thanktbu atyanh I 06673699 Thank <ybu WA/VX’|||{|||K'Hill �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, June 21, 2008 — Page 7 KCC announces latest graduates Kellogg Community College honored its spring 2008 graduates at a com­ mencement ceremony May 8 at the W. K. Kellogg Auditorium in Battle Creek. Local residents who were among the graduates are list­ ed below. Bellevue: Debbe Sue Ann Flowers, Jennifer D. Dingman, Heidi L. Wight, Robin M. Billings, Sandra L. Hager, Kari A. Brummels, Brenda S. Holmes, Zara L. Forrester, Teresa A. Gingrich, Kymberley R. Andrews, Deann J. Gamble, Jennifer K. Willis, Christine C. Paulin. Nashville: Nicholas C. Ewing, Britt L. Leonard, Patricia L. Walling, Sarah K. Gurd, Lindsey M. Kersjes. Vermontville: Kelsey A. Elliston, Eric M. Smith, Angel M. Christopher. OPEN. 7 DAYS A WEEK 24 HOURS NASHVILLE**kh 9EXPRESS 133 £• Main sSSSSSe You’re In, You’re Out... You’re H*ne Grocery Store Pricing With Party Store Convenience! New on the shelves at the Vermontville Township Library Summer reading registra­ tion has begun at the library, with the theme, "Catch the Reading Bug." Stop in and register for the big event. The library is sponsoring a family summer movie series in the opera house. The first movie, “Charlotte’s Web,” was shown last week and enjoyed by 30 children and their parents. The next movie, “Tom Sawyer” (Disney version) will be shown at 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 24. Free pop- corn is being provided by the Women’s Vermontville Club, and free pop is being donated by Duey’s Comer. Guests are encouraged to bring bean bags, lawn chairs, pillows and blankets while watching this classic film. The newest books on the shelves include: Adult fiction Widows and Orphans by Meissner, The Susan Forbidden by Beverly Lewis, Many a River by Elmer Kelton, The Reapers by John CALENDAR OF EVENTS June 23 June 24 June 24 t® [,] June 26 June 28 ll£ 'Ksnsittann iopit silijiHiili'i fii' m 'isEii t hoi statata!! June 29 June 29 June 30 i ta l)witeli& ® K MBiiltf July 2 kH. July 5 July 6 July 7 July 10 | 8 Poultry Fitting Demonstration, 6:3Q p.m., Expo Center. Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Mock Dog Show (Obedience), 6 p.m., Expo Center Show Arena. Master Gardener Assoc. Meeting/Potluck, 6 p.m., Demo Gardens (Courts & Law Building if rain). Fair Preparation Day, 8 a.m., Barry County Fairgrounds. Steer Live Carcass Evaluation, 7 p.m., Expo Center. Lamb Carcass Weigh-in, Expo Center. Mock Dog Show (Showmanship), 6 p.m., Expo Center Show Arena. Livestock Developmental Committee 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. Beef, Lamb, Swine Hanging Carcass Evaluation, 6, 6:45, 7 p.m. respectively, Geukes Market. Goat Mandatory Meeting & Bam Set-Up, 7 p.m., Expo Center. Olivet College MARK WHITNEY TOR BARRY COUNTY CLERK MY COMMITMENT • • • Accountability Efficiency Professionalism TO YOU: Please vote in the August Sth Primary • Nashville 517-852-1757 Full-Service Hair, Nail & Tanning Salon Mairt Street SfcCovt/ JUNE NAIL SPECIAL _F ul„l set. $ZODE00 Open houses, weddings, reunions* Have your nails ready!! J F EARLY ARLY t MORNING. r TANNING, Cail Michelle Snowden t available ilable k for your Appointment Today' ^ jj-C' Hours: Tue. 9-5; Sat. 9-? \ Stylists Cheryl Pierce & Angie Salyer \ Hours: Mon. 9-2, Tues.-Frl. 9-5, Sat. 9-12 announces MON. JUNE 23 Olivet College recognized 125 graduates for the 2007­ 08 academic year during commencement ceremonies May 17. The following local stu­ dents were recognized: Bellevue — Courtney Clift, master of arts in teaching. Nashville — Christine Smith, master of arts in teaching. Vermontville Amber Terberg, bachelor of arts, summa cum laude. CALL 269-945-9554 any time for Action-ads! TUE. JUNE 24 WED. JUNE 25 THUR. JUNE 26 HU. JUNE 27 JUNE 28 2MILK CALLON $099 JOHNSONVILLE STUFFED BRATS/BURGERS CHICKEN BREAST 4/$E00 3 .. DOLE SALAD DOLE COLE SLAW IGA SQUEEZE LAWRY’S KETCHUP MARINADE 2/$/|00 99S 12 oz. IGA SPAGHETTI IGA PEANUT BUTTER SAUCE $•99 2/$9OO graduates Paid for by the Committee to Elect Mark Whitney • 25180 M-78, Bellevue, MI 49021 226 N. Main Connolly, The Hollow by Nora Roberts, Stealing Adda by Tamara Leigh, Allison’s Journey byby Wanda Brunstetter, Cold Sassy Tree by Olive Bums, Miss Julia Paints the Town by Ann Ross, The Front by Patricia Cornwell, Days and Hours by Susan Meissner, Sticks and Stones by Susan Meissner, Resolution by Robert B. Parker, Plague Ship by Clive Cussler, The Broken Window by Jeffery Deaver, Death and Honor by W.E.B. Griffin, Sail by James Patterson, Married Lovers by Jackie Collins. Adult Nonfiction Grayson by Lynne Cox, Stolen Innocence by Elissa Wall, Escape by Carolyn Jessop, The Way Toys Work by Ed Sobey, Once-a-Month Cooking by Mimi Wilson. Junior Fiction The Water Horse by Kick King-Smith, Smiles to Go by Jerry Spinelli. Young Adult Fiction From Dead to Worse by Charlaine Harris, Geek Magnet by Kieran Scott, Nick of Time by Ted Bell. Junior Easy Fancy Nancy’s Favorite Fancy Words by Jane O’Connor, Read all about it by Laura Bush. Junior Nonfiction The Little House Cookbook by Barbara Walker. New DVDs Jumper, The Bucket List, The Other Boleyn Girl. SUN. JUNE 22 26 18 OZ. NABISCO KRAFT CHUNK OREO'S CHEESE 2/$g00 15/18 OZ. SUBWAY CATERS FOR ALL OCCASIONS Party Platters Cookie Platters - 6' Subs (24-Hour Notice) We reserve the right to limited quantities and correct printing errors. None sold to dealers or minors. Some items not always as pictured. Nashville IGA Express Accepts; Mon.-Thur, mm-iopm. FrivSat. MM-MIdnlght, Sun. 9AM-10PM Bridge Cards • WIC �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, June 21.2008 — Page 8 CAR, continued from page 1 Andy Roush, one of the owners of Roush’s Sidewalk Cafe, also said he would like to see the car show held on Main Street again. “If they gave us a choice. I’d definitely say have it out front again,” he said. ”1 like having it downtown, it defi­ nitely meant more foot traf­ fic for us. Janet Eastman, one of the owners of Good Time Pizza also liked the new venue, “I liked it, I thought it was a nicer place for the cars.” Nashville Police Chief Jerry Schray said there were only minor problems with detouring M-66 traffic around the downtown area. Southbound M-66 traffic was supposed to tum down Reed Street to Lentz Street then proceed to Sherman Street but many drivers turned earlier causing some congestion on residential streets between M-66 and Lentz. “I think if we do it again next year, we’ll post more signs than just at die comers where people are supposed to tum for the detour,” he said. “People just have a natural tendency to turn on the first street paralleling the high­ way, but more signs should help.” Ruth Hickey, one of the car show organizers said the local car show and area mer­ chants will discuss holding the show on Main Street again in the future. “We had a really good tum out; we had been worried because of the economy and gas prices but we had 163 automobiles on display,” she said adding. “Normally car club people like the shows on the grass because it is cooler, but we had great, perfect weather, and everybody loved having it on Main Street We heard only good comments.” Brandon Kenyon admires the 1973 Dodge Challenger. It is owned by Karen Berlien of Delton and has a 340 engine. (Photo by Helen Mudry) Gracie, Mara and Tony Pena hear remantic stories of the 1965 Ford Mustang. (Photo by Helen Mudry) The vintage cars line M-66 for the show. Some of the visitors remark the cars seem 00673745 Dependable, damage-free •Lockouts * Tire Service * Accident Recovery * Long-Haul more at home on the black top than on the ball field. . (Photo by Helen Mudry) The older cars get a chance to show off for the Nashville crowd. People of all ages walk up and down Main Street to get a closer look at the cars of all ages. (Photo by Helen Mudry) towing! uDBBiivs GREEN LIGHT & Off-Road DOBBINS JEFF 517-852-0000 DOBBIN'S Segment I $285 July 7-22, Afternoon Class July 23-Aug. 7, Morning Class AUTO SERVICE, INC. Owner, JeffDobbin, ASE Master Technician Segment II $40 July 7-9, Morning July 7-9, Evening Call to register! 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Jm 21.2008— Psge 9 Putnam hosts art show and book sale Saturday, during the annual Nashville and Area Merchants Antique and Classic Auto Show, Putnam District Library hosted an art show featuring local and regional artists. “We also had our annual book sale and enjoyed shar­ ing our lawn with the chil­ dren's events sponsored by Grace Community Church,” said library Director Shauna Swantek. “Having the chil­ dren's activities so close to the fire bam's pancake break­ fast and the library's events made it an exciting place to be Saturday.” NEWEST CITIZEN ANNOUNCED BOV, Robert Roby Bryson III, bom May 19, 2008 at Otsego Memorial Hospital, Gaylord to Rob and Stacy Bryson of Gaylord. Weighing 7 lbs. 8 ozs. and 20 inches long. Grandparents are Rick and Jill Andreau, Lake Odessa, Bob and Susan Bryson, Harsens Island, Tom and Terry Stoneburner, Algonac. Great grandparents are Don and Bernie Goodemoot, Lake Odessa, Kosta and Doris Andreau, Eaton Rapis, Joyce Bryson, Harsens Island and Gloria Isaacs, Algonac. Dona Olsen of Nashville shows some of her paintings. Bill Hagerty of Blue Lake Pottery displays some of his wares during Putnam District Library's annual art show. SOCIAL NEWS Give a memorial that can go on forever Ask your funeral director for more information on the BCF or call (269) 945-0526. COBB WEB BRIBING iREPAIR • 7 Day Service • Pumps Installed & Repaired Vermontville Syrup Association donates picnic tables • Service On Submersible Pumps • 2" - 5" Well Drilling and Repair 30 Vears Experience Estimates Available 517-726-0377 l. ;, IJ8 366 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Rfcbanf Cobb David Cobb MILK ft746 The Salon AU TKPftfSOFAKlIPSCAUSAlM HWAMH UMW VAffKFOt YOU!! Hair • Tanning • Nails 207 N. Main Street • Nashville 517-852-0313 25% OffAU S5XYHAR PMDUCTS 'Wtl) anY sal°n Offer good through July 15. JOOS Call stylists Teri Knoll & Janna Rozema and _________nail tech Sarah Winegar Today__________ Hours: Closed Sun. & Mon., Tues .Wed. 10-7 • Thus. 10-2 • Fri. 9-5 • Sal 92 Ear your corowWnce, fttusa use Part anhanoa July 28, 1958 to July 28. 2008 Don and Mary Lois Steinbrecher will be cele­ brating their 50th wedding anniversary. An open house in their honor will be held on Sunday, June 29, 2008 from 1 to 5 p.m. at the St. Cyril Church Hall, corner of 203 N. State Street and Maple, Nashville, Mich. Family and friends, please join us in this celebration. Hosting the gathering are their chil­ dren and grandchildren. The Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Association donated two new picnic tables to the Village of Vermontville. Over the years, the association has donated four pic­ nic tables and several benches to the village, many in memory of past producers. Vermontville Street Supervisor Monte O'Dell said the village appreciates the associ­ ation's donation which shows its community-minded spirit. Pictured are (front row, from left) association members Marlene Martin, Karen Haigh, Gerald Lundstrum, (back row, from left) Merle Martin, Larry Haigh, Steve Hayes, John Ripley and Monte O’Dell. Hansbarge Heating & Ai Conditioning Vermontville. Ml INSURED COLE HAIMSBARBER Owner Featuring Ruud Gas Furnaces and Air Conditioners. Full Line of Indoor Air Quality Products • FREE Estimates �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, June 21,2008 — Page 10 Maple Valley CLASSIFIEDS CALL... The Maple Valley News (269) 945-9554 Business Services Business Services Antiques CABINETRY STARLITE KITCHENS serves all of your cabinetry needs. Jennifer Neeb works within your budget and offers free house calls and estimates. Show­ room located inside Thomp­ son Interiors in Lake Odessa. Call (616)889-1340 or visit StarliteKitchens.com / pro­ motion for an online cou­ pon! HOME IMPROVEMENTS/HANDYMAN: Specializing in decks, roofing, windows, siding, additions & remodel­ ing. Experienced work for affordable prices. Call Alan Klein for all your home im­ provement needs. (269)945­ 9269 ALLEGAN ANTIQUE MARKET, Sunday, June 29th. 400 exhibitors. Rain or shine. 7:30am-4:00pm. Located at the Fairgrounds, right in Allegan, MI. $4.00 admis­ sion. Real Estate Help Wanted SALES: PART-TIME POSI­ TION; seasonal or longer term employment possibili­ ties can be discussed. We are looking for persons knowledgeable in archery and/or firearms and shooting acces­ sories to help us during our busy fall season. Apply in person or send resume to Bob's Gun & Tackle Shop Inc., Attn: Sales, 2208 W. M43 Hwy., Hastings, MI 49058. No phone inquires please. COUNTRY HOME NEAR Vermontville, 48x32 pole bam with living quarters & pull through garage, 1 out­ building & 2 car garage. (517)726-0285 CASHIER: PART-TIME CASHIER (24-30). Challeng­ ing position in a fast paced work environment that re­ quired attention to detail. Some clerical and computer experience helpful. Must be over 18 and able to work evenings and weekends (Sat. and Sun.). Apply in person or send resume to Bob's Gun & Tackle Shop, Inc., Attn: Cashier, 2208 W. M43 Hwy., Hastings, MI 49058. No phone calls please. Wanted WANTED: BROKEN CON­ CRETE 3-4" thick, (517)852­ 9467. SENIOR PORTRAITS: PACKAGES STARTING AT $279 SITTING FEE IN­ CLUDED. PICTURE THIS PHOTOGRAPHY. (269)948­ 4669 FRAMES AND CUSTOM matte cutting. By appoint­ ment only. Call Picture This Photography. (269)948-4669 Friday Night Fish Fry Jack & Judy s All You Can Eat Country Kettle Cafe Help Wanted Perch • Cod Tilapia • Cat Fish Nashville ’s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! 113 N. Main Nashville 517-852-9700 s3 Hours: Open 7 Days 6AM-8PM Includes Soup & Salad Bar Saturday Specials BBQ Ribs Fried Chicken Includes Soup & Salad Bar KALKASKA COUNTY: 4.9 secluded wooded acres short walk to state land. Lots of deer signs. Ideal hunting and camping. Driveway, cleared site, electric nearby. $19,900, $500 down, $250/month, 11% land con­ tract. Northern Land Com­ POSTAL JOBS $17.89pany, 1-800-968-3118, $28.27/HR, now hiring. For www.northemlandco.com application & free government job info, call American Assoc, of Labor 1913-599-8226.24/hrs. em­ ployment services._________ In Memoriam THANK YOU The family of Irene Trowbridge would like to thank Rosier Funeral Home for the wonderful service. We would also like to thank Bob and Trish Perry, Yvonne and Denny Moore, Larry Anderson, Betty Rairign, Shirley Courtney, and Joyce and Deb Loveland for the food brought to our house and to the dinner after the funeral. Thank you to the friends and neighbors who sent cards and money to Hospice and the Sunfield SPYS Organization. We are grateful to Hospice for all the help they gave us for the last five months ofmom's life. Louie & Emma Trowbridge Michelle Whitman Mike & Deb Trowbridge & Brody Mary L. Plaunt NASHVILLE - Mary L. Plaunt, age 73, of Thomapple Lake - Nashville, passed away Wednesday, June 18, 2008 at Pennock Hospital, in Hastings. Mary was born in Bellevue, on April 7, 1935, the daughter of the late Pierce and Zadia (Rial) Garity. She was raised in the Bellevue area and attended area schools graduating from Bellevue High School She was employed as a Secretary at Sparrow Hospital for several years, and American Door Company in Bellevue. Mary was an active mem­ ber at the Nashville VFW Post 8260 where she enjoyed playing bingo and cards. She also enjoyed visiting the local Michigan casinos. She was especially fond of her two step grandchildren and loved spending time with her friend Lilly Roush. Mary is survived by her four sisters and her brother. She was preceeded by her parents, four sisters, and four brothers. Funeral Services will be held at The Daniels Funeral Home, in Nashville at 11 AM on Saturday, June 21, 2008 with Rev. Kenneth Vaught officiating. The family will receive visitors one hour prior to funeral service time begin­ ning at 10 AM. Interment will take place at Hillside Cemetery in Kalamo. Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Water Quality Report for Village of Nashville June 2008 This report covers the drinking water quality for the Village of Nashville for the calendar year 2007. This information is a snapshot of the quality of the water we provided to you in 2007. Included are details about where your water comes from, what it contains, and how it compares to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and state standards. The water we supply you comes from three groundwater wells located on Sherman Street and Water Alley. The state of Michigan will be performing an assessment ofour source water by 2008. We will inform you how to get a copy of this assessment report when it becomes available. • Contaminants and theirpresence in water: Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts ofsome contaminants. The presence ofcontaminants does not necessarily indicate the water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the EPA’s Safe Drinking Water Hotline at 1-800-426-4791. • Vulnerability ofsub-populations: Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population. Immuno-compromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or immune system disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline Terms and abbreviations used in the table: The level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MCLG’s allow for a margin of safety. • Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL): The highest level of contaminant that is allowed in drinking water. MCL’s are set as close to the MCLG’s as feasible using the best available treatment technology. • N/A: Not applicable • ND: Not detectable at testing limit • Dob: parts per billion or micrograms per liter • ppm; parts per million or milligrams per liter • pCi/1: Pico curies per liter (a measure of radiation) • Action level: The concentration of a contaminant, which if exceeded, triggers treatment or other require­ ments which water systems must follow. • Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level(MRDL): The highest level ofa disinfectant allowed in drinking water. There is convincing evidence that addition of disinfectant is necessary for the control of microbial contaminants. • Maximum Residual Diginfection Level Goal (MRDLG): The level of a drinking water disinfectant below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MRDLG’s do not reflect the benefits ofthe use of disinfectants to control microbial contaminants. • Maximum Contaminant Level Goal (MCLG): Regulated Sample Collected from the Wells or PIant Tao at 1-800-426-4791. Contaminant Our Highest Water Results MCL MCLG Date Violation Yes or No • Sources of Drinking Water: The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reser­ voirs, springs, and wells. Our water comes from wells. As water travels over the surface ofthe land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally occurring minerals and in some cases, radioactive materials, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activity. • 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 metals, which can be naturally-occurring or result from runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining or farming. • Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as agricultural and urban storm water run-off. • Radioactive Contaminants, which may be naturally occurring or the result ofoil and gas production and mining activities. • Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are by-products of industrial processes and petroleum production, and can, also, come from gas stations, urban storm water runoff, and septic systems. In order to ensure tap water is safe to drink, EPA prescribes regulations which limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. Food and Drug Administration regulations establish limits for contaminants in bottled water which provide the same protection for public health. The attached table lists all drinking water contaminants that we detected during the 2007 calendar year. The presence ofthese 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 31,2007. The state allows us to monitor for certain contaminants less than once per year because the concentrations ofthese contaminants are not expected to vary significantly from year to year. All ofthe data is representative ofthe water quality, but some are more than one year old. 06673868 Fluoride (mg/l) 0.17 Arsenic * (ug/l) 2ppb Barium (mg/l) Nitrate 4 3/19/07 No 10 10 3/14/05 No 0.132 2 2 2/23/00 No n/d 10 10 3/19/07 No Likely Source of Contaminant Water additive which promotes strong teeth; Erosion of natural deposits Erosion of natural deposits; Runoff from 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. Gross Alpha (IRP # 1 & # 2) oCi/l Radium 226/228 (IRP # 1 & # 2) pCi/l Radiological Contaminants Sampled from the Wells or Plant Tap Erosion of natural deposits from certain minerals 15 0 <3 7/28/03 No lhal are radioactive. 5 Erosion of natural deposits. 0 <1 7/28/03 No ** Unregulated Samples Collected from the Wells or Plant Tap 25ppm NA 3/19/07 NA Erosion of natural deposits. ..NA N.A range of 7-25 ppm ... ** 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. Sodium (mg/l) Regulated Samples Collected from the Distribution System _______ Maximum Residual Disinfectant (Chlorine) Level (mg/l) Total Trihalomethanes (ug/l) Haloacetic Acids (ug/l) Contaminant Lead (ug/l) Copper (ug/l) Contaminant .37 avg. (range.00 thru 2.20) 21 ppb N/D 80 60 4 NA NA 2007 8/30/07 8/30/07 No N/A N/A Water additive used to control microbes. Byproduct of drinking water disinfection. Byproduct of drinking water disinfection. Regulated Samples Collected from the Distribution System 90th Percentile # of sites over the Typical source of Action Level (AL) Date of Our Water Action Level (AL) contaminant 15 2ppb 0 8/28/05 Corrosion of Household plumbing; Erosion of natural deposits. 456 1300 2/28/05 0 Bacteriological Samples Collected from the Distribution System Our # Detected MCL MCLG Violation Yes or No Typical source of contaminant 0 1 positive monthly sample (or 5% of monthly samples positive) 0 No Naturally present in the environment Total Coliform Bacteria �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, June 21,2008 — Page 11 Nashville racer to enter Hall of Fame It wasn’t a long racing career but it was a distin­ guished one for the late Harry Jones, from Nashville, who was a top flight oval track racer. The Board of Directors for the Michigan Motorsports Hall of Fame, whose objec­ tive is to promote and pre­ serve Michigan’s extensive racing history, have announced that Jones is a part of the 2008 induction class. Harry Jones started racing in 1953 and retired in 1965, due to a shop accident in which he lost the sight in his left eye. In his racing career, Jones won over one-hundred fea­ tures, with many of them taken at Galesburg. There he won the points champi­ onship in 1961 and 1962. He also won the points champi­ onship at Dixie in 1963. Some of the Michigan tracks he raced at were Hastings, Galesburg, Spartan, Kalamazoo, Jackson, the Grand Rapids Speedrome, Flat Rock, Dixie and Motor City. In Indiana, he raced at South Anthony. In Ohio, he raced at Toledo, Lorain, and Sandusky. He also traveled to New York and ran at Oswego, Spencer, and Shangri. The Canadian tracks he raced at included Milestown, Delaware, and Flamboro. His most memorable race was at the Milestown track when his own car was dis­ abled, so for the first time he sat in Max Dowker’s (#7) car and set fast time and won the 100 lap feature. Breaking and entering suspected arrested At approximately 12:45 p.m. Tuesday, June 17, Eaton County Sheriffs deputies responded to a call about a breaking and enter­ ing in progress in the 2000 Chiropractic Can Help... Neck and back pain, headaches, numbness and more! Nashville Chiropractic Center block of North Shaytown Road. The suspect’s vehicle was spotted on M-79 near Ionia Road, and the subject was arrested on charges of home invasion and possession of burglary tools. The suspect, Samuel Pryce Jones, 57, of Burton, was arraigned before Judge Garage Sale JUNE 26TH NOON- June 27th & 28th all day. 282 E. Main St., Vermontville 49096. Lots of books some OLD, jewelry, miscellaneous items. Michigan State University National College of Chiropractic If you have questions or would like to make and appointment call: 517-852-2070 We are a Blue Cross, Medicare and Medicaid provider Most insurances accepted For Rent FOR RENT NASHVILLE: Downtown, 3 bedroom apartment. $450 a month plus deposit, no pets. Call (517)852-9700 Fann . A VERY SPECIAL thank you to everyone in the Nashville Car Club who chipped in to help us get to St. Ignace. Larry & Pat Hynes E.A.R.T.H. = EDUCATED ANIMAL Rescue and Teen Haven is in urgent need of HAY DONATIONS. We will come pick it up, clean out your bam of old hay - (Any type ofhay that isn't" moldy). E.A.R.T.H. 501(c)3 is a non-profit organization. All donations are tax deduc­ tible. PLEASE CALL (269)962-2015 For Sale PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: Card ofThanks Dr. Mike Callton, D.C. Reinke and charged with breaking and entering forced entry of a residence. Bond was set at $25,000. A prelim­ inary exam has been sched­ uled for 1:30 p.m. Monday, June 23. FRAMES AND CUSTOM matte cutting. By appoint­ ment only. Call Picture This Photography. (269)948-4669 ZONING ORDINANCE REVISION BIDS The Village of Nashville is soliciting bids for revising the Nashville Zoning Ordinance. Anyone interested in bidding should contact Ron Bracy at 517-819-4972 for details. All bids must be submitted in writing before 5:00 p.m. on July 1, 2008 to the Nashville Village Office, 203 N Main, PO Box 587, Nashville, MI 49073. The Village of Nashville reserves the right to reject any or all bids. 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. 06673828 SS&S 06663312 Junior Newberry and Bert Cuyler were each one-time owners with Jones. Jones was best known for his white #24 called the Lone Merc.. Jones lost his battle with cancer in May of 1998, after a nine-year battle with the disease. The induction ceremony will be held at the University Comfort Inn in Mount Pleasant, on Sunday after­ noon, Nov. 2, 2008. Tickets are available to the general public. Additional details can be found on www.mmshof.org when it becomes available. Other inductees include Gene Coleman from Menominee who is being inducted for his driving mer­ its in oval track racing over the years, as well as his successful Coleman Racing Products. Harry Foote Jr. from Vicksburg is a standout short track driver having won numerous track champi­ onships. Bob Gillelan, from Dearborn Heights owned one of the most successfill race car teams in Michigan history. With Joy Fair as Bob’s driver, his cars won numerous main events. Jay Howell, originally from Huntington Woods was the originator of the drag rac­ ing’s wheel-standing Little Red Wagon. The late Harvey Hughes from DeWitt was one of the state’s top air rac­ ers. He competed in the pres- tigious Bendix Trophy races a number of times. Gary Long from Perry was a NHRA drag racing Stock Class standout, and US. Nationals Champion. Leo “The Chief’ Pego from ML Pleasant is one of the state’s top oval track announcers. The Ross Brothers (Mike and Tim) from the Waterford area, are multiple winners of the prestigious Top-OMichigan marathon boat race. Frank Seder from Alger is a multi track champion at various oval tracks. Dependability Is A Very Cool tiling EWING WELL DRILLING INC. 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In making his ruling, Judge Fisher noted previous convictions, including a con­ viction for uttering and pub­ lishing in Kent County in 1989, attempted possession of a controlled substance in Kent County in 1992, attempted uttering and pub­ lishing in Kent County in 1994, unlawful use of a motor vehicle in Barry County in 1999, conversion under false pretenses over $100 in Ottawa County in 1999, theft of a transaction device in Muskegon County in 2000, forgery in Oceana County in 2000, larceny in a building in Barry County in 2003, writing 13 non-sufficient funds checks within 10 days in Muskegon County in 2003, larceny of a building in Barry County in 2003, for­ gery in Barry. County in 2004, and for forgery in Barry County in 2004. Kalamazoo Valley Association honors its best ball players The 2008 All-KVA baseball team. Honorees are (front from left) Kalamazoo Christian’s Mark Onderlinde, Nate Young, Joel Lindner, Josh Buursma, and Corey Sheffers, (middle) row Galesburg-Augusta’s Brendon Foy, Delton Kellogg’s Brian Diaz, Steve Scoby, and Nick Blacken, (back) Parchment’s Jay Schuyler and Ben Welborn, Pennfield’s Jimmy Jackson, and Maple Valley’s Kyle Fisher. Missing from photo are Hackett Catholic Central’s Eric Mackenzie, John Wario, and Jason Yelton, and Olivet’s Gavin Zaremba, Adam Woodbury, Andrew Fleming, and Jared Boyer. Vermontville staff spend day in Caledonia Members of the Vermontville village staff joined with the Caledonia staff on Tuesday, June 17. ME CertainTeedEI Fiberglass Insulation AMERICA'S CABINETMAKER Cabinets Guardian Fiberglass Insulation Plywood ? Lumber ,03010 n,ome.to .quality. Andersen. 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Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 136-No. 26, June 28, 2008 Vermontville Council adopts new enforcement and parking ordinances by Amy Jo Parish The Vermontville Village Council held a public hear­ ing during its regular meet­ ing Monday night during which the council voted on three ordinances that have recently been developed or revised. The first, ordinance 08-02, added a chapter on enforce­ ment to the ordinance. Up to $500 in fines can be charged along with costs of prosecu­ tion to any person in viola­ tion of a stop work order issued by a village building official, failure or refusal to comply with an order approved by the Village Council or violation of any other parts of the code desig- nated as a misdemeanor. The new chapter also includes ramifications for municipal civil infiractions, continuous violations and describes who is an author­ ized village official. After much discussion, voting on ordinance 08-03, relating to parking violations in the village, was tabled. The proposed change would prohibit parking of any vehicle in the village right-ofway, located between the sidewalk and the curb or curb line. Council member Mark Joregensen said the new lan­ guage would help cut down on damage to two specific areas in the village. “I think the main concern with the parking is the 20 to $30,000 parking lot we have outside here and making more ruts by the ballfield on Third Street and incurring more bills for the village,” said Jorgensen. While discussing the pro­ posed addition, Council Member Abe French high­ lighted part of the ordinance he said is not currently being enforced. Section D ofthe ordinance states, “The parking of any semi-truck, tractor trailer, trailer or motor home in any village-owned or operated parking lot” is prohibited. French questioned whether it was wise to adopt the ordinance and then return at a later date to revise it once again. “My perspective is that we have an ordinance with an item on it that we are cur­ rently not enforcing or may enforce it with selective cri­ teria,” said French. “As a group, when we have a law that we’re not going to do anything about, it impunes our credibility.” Fellow Council Member Jason Sheridan made a motion to adopt the new lan­ guage in the ordinance while sending the ordinance as a whole to the ordinance com­ mittee for review and clarifi­ cation. The board also adopted a New scholarship awarded to local graduate by Amy Jo Parish A new scholarship found its way into the annual honors night at Maple Valley High School recently. The scholarship, award­ ed by the Maple Valley/Ionia Community Band, was given to one student from each of the Maple Valley and Ionia school districts. Although the band had developed a scholarship program in the past, it had fallen by the wayside due to its criteria; it could only be given to current seniors who were members of the community band. The band decided to reinstate the program this year and used input from each of the district’s band directors to help choose the recipients. The new scholarship See ARTS, page 4 Maple Valley-Ionia Community Band President Fred Lyons (left) and Secretary Betsy Parish (right) presented the Performing Arts Scholarship to Chris Caldwell at Maple Valley High School’s honors night. Donation helps renovate room at Putnam Library by Amy Jo Parish The Nashville Car Group has decided to extend its work beyond the annual car show by using their proceeds to help community projects. Their latest effort honors Brenda Shoup, former librar­ ian of Putnam Library in Nashville for 11 years. "The Nashville Car Group, besides sponsoring $1,100 for Wish Upon A Star, donates to other chari­ ties," said Ruth Hickey. "This hit home. Brenda Shoup was a friend of many in the group." The group donated a plaque, with woodcarving by car group member Terry Kellogg. Along with the plaque, the group also donat­ ed $200 to help refurbish the children’s room of the library. "Right around the time I started attending the car group, we had just started planning to re-do the room," said Librarian Shauna Swantek. "The donation will certainly help us buy things that will be a permanent part of the room so Brenda will always be here." Swantek said the library is looking at using part of the donation to fund a cart that will hold books for the youngest of their patrons. The cart will bring the books to the children’s level and will be on wheels to allow for its removal when events are held in the room: Along with the gift to the library, the Nashville Car Group is planning to use some of their funds to help purchase speakers for down­ town Nashville. -The speak­ ers will be used during the annual car show and will provide music year around for the community. The group also gave assis- tance to Larry and Pat Hynes, of Vermontville, after their home was dam­ aged during recent storms. The club begins planning for the June event as early as January and is already look­ ing forward to holding the event on Main Street next year. "This year the merchants said they liked having the show on Main Street, so I guess we’re going to be the same next year," said Hickey. new ordinance that puts into place an escrow fee policy to provide reimbursement of village expenses that in the past, have not always been returned when applications are reviewed by the village. “We’ve had people who have expressed an interest (in developments) and have never paid the village back,” said Village Clerk Shirley Harmon. “This is to cover the village.” The ordinance outlines minimum initial escrow deposit’s for several services provided by the village. Examples of when these fees will be implemented are professional reviews by engineers, reviews by the village attorney, special meetings held by the village council and required mail­ ings, among others. The council also revised language in the telecommu­ nications ordinance , though no changes will result due to the revisions. “We changed some of the wording in the telecommuni­ cations ordinance where it read city instead of village,” said Harmon. “We just cor­ rected some of die wording.” Copies of the ordinances are available at die village office or at www.vermontville-mi.gov. The council will meet again at 7 p.m. Thursday July 10 in the village office. Vermontville Township appraisals near conclusion by Amy Jo Parish An appraisal process of Vermontville Township is more than halfway complet­ ed, according to Mark McDermid, of LandMark Appraisal. McDermid was on-hand at the township meeting Thursday night and updated the board on the status of the process. "It is proceeding, for the most part just fine with all that happened here and the requirements are slowing us down a bit, but it’s going pretty well," said McDermid. He said the appraisal crew is working from a fresh start, but will use the previous appraisal information at a later stage in the process to work out any disputes or questions. The appraisal is on sched­ ule to be completed before the Sept. 1 deadline. Also during the meeting, a representative from the Eaton County Sheriff’s Department detailed an arrest last week in a series of larce­ nies during the past year. A 50-year old Grand Blanc man was arrested after a citizen recognized the vehi- cle he was driving as being associated with a number of break-ins during the past year. The man is suspected in home invasions occurring on or near Shaytown Road. One suspicious incident involved the suspect knocking on the front door of a home and ask­ ing for directions to Ainger Road while mispronouncing the name. The suspect then proceeded to leave the address and travel in the opposite direction of the instructions he was given, prompting suspicion on the part of the homeowner. Along with the arrest, the department responded to 26 incidents in the township and 25 in the village. They included 11 traffic stops, three animal control calls, six car-deer accidents, one child neglect case and personal injury accident, among oth­ ers. The township board also received a contract offer from Kalamo Township for emergency medical services provided by Vermontville See TOWNSHIP, page 8 In This Issue • New items and volunteer opportunities named at Putnam • Godspell comes to Vermontville and other towns • Over 125 Catch the Reading Bug in Nashville • Politicians gather in Vermontville for Twp. Association’s pig roas �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, June 28,2008 — Page 2 New items ariKSilteer opportunities named at Putnam Putnam District Library in Nashville welcomes patrons to come and check out some of the newly donated and hours. The library always appreciates volunteer help with maintenance, cleaning, New Adult Non-Fiction: Work by John R. Walker; Professional Automotive Collision Repair by James E. Duffy; Web Page Design by Fourteen Chickens by Gail Damerow; Brian Austin; Dream Weaver MX by Nick Evanovich; Puss’N’ Cahoots Boom Boom by Bill Martin by Rita Mae Brown Movies: 27 Dresses, The Jr. Family the library. Area residents are also encouraged to bring their children events. People who would like to serve the local community Easy Company Soldier by Sgt. Don Malarkey; Medical Vandome; Web Design & Aromatherapy: Healing with Development individual passions to the are asked to contact director Essential Kurt Valqui and Eunice Freire; IQ library by volunteering. The library is currently in Shauna Swantek. Putnam District Library Schnaubelt; How to Start a Home-Based Event Planning Tests to Keep You Sharp by Phillip J. Carter and Kenneth need of volunteers to serve on the library’s Technology Planning Committee. This serves the Village of Nashville and the townships of Assyria, Castleton, and Business by Jill S. 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FREE Parent Meeting: My 19 @ Sam We partner with parents for SAFE teen drivers!! ______www.qreenliqhtclrivinq.net______ MMMMMi | Hair • Tanning • Nails Nashville 517-852-0313 M OFFAll SEXYHAIR PRODUCTS Was Food vs. Me...and I Won by Nancy Goodman; Automotive Electricity and scheduled for Tuesday, July 8, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Middleville Christian Reformed Church. Gardening is a great way to teach children about sci­ ence, nutrition, play, cooper- With any salon service. Offer good through July 15,2008 Call stylists Teri Knoll & Janna Rozema and nail tech Sarah Winegar Today Hours: Closed Sun. & Mon., Tues.,Wed. 10-7 • Thurs. 10-2 • Fri. 9-5 • Sat. 9-2 Foryour convenience, please use back entrance. 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 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 CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School.................... 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... P.M. Worship............ The Three Little Fish & The Spider by Doreen Cronin; Cloverfield, Big Bad Shark by Ken Geist; Workbook for Dummies by Waterhorse: Legend of the Let’s Go On a Mommy Date Lita Epstein, MPA Fiction: Sunday’s Deep, Strange Wilderness, by Karen Kingsbury; Creepy Semi-Pro, Bucket List, The' Crawlies Other Boleyn Girl, Fool’s Stidworthy; Jack Sparrow: The Pirate Chase by Rob Russell; Secrets, Bookkeeping at Tiffany’s by James Patterson; Hold Tight by Gold Teens: The Truth About Harlan Coben; Twenty Wishes by Debbie Macomber; Resolution by Robert B. Parker; Sail by James Patterson; Act of Romance: Deadly Deceptions by Linda Lael Kidd; Jack Sparrow: The Sword of Cortes by Rob Sarah Kidd; Speed Racer: Most Dessen; Someone Like You Dangerous Race by Chase by Sarah Dessen; Just Listen Wheeler by Lullaby Team by Mike Lupica; Miller; The Gilded Web by Mary Balogh; The Devil’s Miracle on 49th Street by Web by Mary Balogh; To Wed a Wicked Prince; The Lupica; Dive: Book One: The Discovery by Gordon Mike Lupica; Heat by Mike Korman; Dive: Book Two: Hollow by Nora Roberts Christian John by Forever by Sarah Dessen; This Fiction: The Deep by Gordon Korman; Dive: Book Three: Waiting For Morning by Karen Kingsbury; On Every The Danger Korman Side by Karen Kingsbury; Between Sundays by Karen by Gordon Juniors: Oragami Insects by Robert Lang; Coco Counts by Sloane Tanen; C Kingsbury Fiction-Western: Death is for Coco by Sloane Tanen; There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly illustrated of a Bad Man by Ralph Compton; Shadow of the Gun by Ralph Compton; activities. Light refreshments ation and teamwork. Providers and parents are invited to learn the funda­ will be prbvided. mentals and nutritional value of starting a garden with this interactive workshop. Please dress for hands-on gardening Call to register at 269-945­ 1388 or 1-800-258-5440. The church is at 708 W. Main St., Middleville. Give a memorial that can go on forever Ask your funeral director for more information on the BCF or call (269) 945-0526. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE 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 National Treasure 2: Book of Young Adult: Summer Ball by Mike Lupica; Travel MSU Extension will be offering "Got Got Dirt — Gardening for Health" for child care providers and par­ ents. The free program is 207 N. Main Street • ABUNDANT GRACE WORLD OUTREACH CENTER Cronin; Diary of a Worm by Doreen Cronin Diary of a Night by Elie Wiesel Profit on eBay by Adam Ginsberg; What Color is Your Parachute: A Practical Manual for Job-Hunters and Career Changers by Richard Nelson Bolles; Teenage Waistland by Abby Ellin; It & John Archambault; Golden Compass, Atonement, Dedication, Silk, The Heartbreak Kid, Caught in the Middle by Hourani; How to Buy, Sell & Chicka Diary of a Fly by Doreen by Sarah Dessen South Beach Diet by Arthur Agatston, MD; A History of the Arab Peoples by Albert Chicka Gardening focus of childcare workshop All THEPERES OFAH UPSCAIE SAIOH rightherei hnashhue waitihofor yooh isexyhair Seeger; Treason by Vince Flynn; Electronics by Barry Hollembeak; Modem Metal The Salon Kelly by the Egg by Laura Vaccaro Janet by Bill O’Reilly; Table Top Fountains by Dawn Cusick; Richard C. Longworth; The tcom. to Eat by Nancy Shaw; First Cookbook by Rachael Ray; Storey’s Guide to Raising The purchased items available at for the library’s future in by Pam Adams; Sheep Out Compton; Fiction-Mystery: Fearless Yum-O! and landscaping projects as well as assistance during regards to technology and the library board and staff Ride the Hard Trail by Ralph .11 a.m. .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship ...................................... 7 p.m. REV ALAN METTLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG Wed. 5:30 p.m................Family Supper 6:00-7:15............................. Pioneer Club Sun: 9:00...................... Sunday School 10: 00............................. Church Service 11: 00....................................... Fellowship 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 PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST 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. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Combined Sunday morning worship with Vermontville UMC as follows: July 13 and 27, Aug. 10 and 24 at Vermontville July 6 and 20, Aug. 3,17 and 31 at Gresham Worship time: 9:30 am. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9:00 & 10:30 am. Worship Sendees Sunday School for All Ages .. .10:30 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship................... 8:30 a.m Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open MJnds-Open Doors 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School 9:45 a 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 CHURCH Located oh the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service................. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School .............. 11:15 a.m. PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Sunday Mass ..................9:45 a.m. FATHER AL RUSSELL A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings M-79 West Sunday Schoo Worship............ 10 a.m. 1-f a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH . . 2415 McCann Road NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST 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 203 N. State, Nashville 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 SOUTH KALAMO 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 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. 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 .. .6:30 p.m. AWANA................. 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Combined Sunday morning worship with Gresham UMC as follows: July 13 and 27, Aug. 10 and 24 at Vermontville July 6 and 20, Aug. 3,17 and 31 at Gresham Worship time: 9:30 am. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK 06652103 �The Maple Valley y News.. Nashville.. Saturday. y. June 28.. 2008 - Page 3 Godspell comes to Vermontville and other towns Godspell, a musical by Stephen Schwartz, based on the Gospel of St. Matthew comes to Vermontville Opera House Saturday, June 28 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, June 29 at 7 (notice new time). The show is sponsored by The Revue and presented by Amanda Wells and her cast. All performances are free will offering. There will be no advance ticket sales for the Godspell shows. Seats will be first come, first serve. People with questions may call Amanda at 616-902­ 4193. The tour of Godspell con- tinues June 29 at Living Gospel Church at 10:45 a.m. at 1600 Rochester St, Lake Odessa; July 11 at New Hope Church at 7 p.m. at 436 West Harris St, Charlotte; July 12 at Nashville UMC at 7 p.m. at 219 Washington St, Nashville; July 13 at Sunfield UMC at 7 p.m. at 227 Logan St, Sunfield. Charlotte Community Education is sponsoring a Summer Musical Theatre Camp, and camp directors are Hollie Auten and Amanda Wells, both known for their theatrical work with The Revue. Participants will learn many aspects of putting together a musical (Disney’s 101 Dalmatian Kids), which will be performed for family and friends on the last day. The camp is open to children entering second through eighth grades. Camp runs from July 7-18 at the Charlotte Performing Arts Center. Grades 2-4 attend Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9 a.m. to 11:30 PENNY’S a.m. Grades 5-8 attend Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Full day campers need to bring a sack lunch. All campers (including grades 2­ 4) will attend from 9 to 3 on the final day, July 18. Contact Charlotte Community Education at 517-541-5740 to register and for fee information. 1033 4th Ave. Lake Odessa 616-374-8813 or 616-374-0700 Your... HOMETOWN, LOCALLY-OWNED & OPERATED PIZZA PLACE FOR OVER 20 YEARS! 2 LARGE PIZZA'S WITH 1 ITEM, BREAD STICKS AND 2 LITER POP The cast of Godspell rehearses a scene. WE DELIVER WATER QUALITY REPORT FOR THE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE For the Year 2007 This report covers the drinking water quality for the Village ofVermontville, Michigan, for the calendar year 2007. This information is a snapshot ofthe quality of the water that we provided to you in 2007. 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 3 groundwater wells located at 159 Third Street and 119 West St. The wells are in an aquifer about 128 to 180 feet deep in gravel pack. The Village of Vermontville has a State approved Wellhead Protection Program (WHP). The company of Wilcox Professional Services did the work on the program to get it approved with the State. We have a citizen advisory panel composed of citizens, Council Members, Township and County Officials. Contaminants and their presence in water: Drinking Water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not neces­ sarily indicate that water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the EPA’s Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791), nnaUW Vulnerability of sub-populations: Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general populations. Immuno-compromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemother­ apy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HTV/AIDS or other immune systems disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice about drink­ ing water from their health care providers. EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infec­ tion by Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791). Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally occurring or result from urban stormwater runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining or farming. Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as agriculture and residential uses. Radioactive contaminants, which are naturally occurring Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are by-prod- ucts of industrial processes and petroleum production, and can also come from gas stations, urban stormwa­ ter runoff, and septic systems. In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, EPA prescribes regulations that limit the amount of certain con­ taminants in water provided by public water systems. Food and Drug Administration regulations establish limits for contaminants in bottled water that provide the same protection for public health. WATER QUALITY DATA The table below lists all the drinking water contaminants that we detected during the 2007 calendar year. The presence of these contaminants in the water does not necessarily indicate that the water poses a health risk. Unless oth­ erwise noted, the data presented in this table is from testing done January 1 - December 31, 2007. The State allows us to monitor for certain contaminants less than once per year because the concentrations ofthese contaminants are not expected to vary significantly from year to year. All ofthe data is representative ofthe water quality, but some are more than one year old. Terms and abbreviations used below: IP SOUTHS yRCH WW IE iw« sbW srt*“lW “! *MI [w(*W.. w( ..„ »“ 3® torn litri I |MfiW Sources of Drinking Water: The Sources of drinking water (both tap and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, • Maximum Contaminant Level Coal LMCLGx); The level ofa contaminant in drinking water below which there is streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs and wells. Our water comes from wells. As water travels over the surface ofthe land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally occurring mineral. In some cases, radioactive material, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence ofanimals or from human activity. • Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL): The highest level ofa contaminant that is allowed in drinking water. MCLs OuAW I are set as close to the MCLGs as feasible using the best available treatment technology. • N/A; Not applicable ND: not detectable at testing limit nob; parts per billion or micrograms per liter ppm: parts per 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 livestock operations and wildlife. Contaminant Arsenic (well #3) Arsenic (well jfM >»*i >» W5*J ■"fi ■ no known or expected risk to health. MCLCs allow for a margin of safety. MCL MCLG 0.010 mg/1 U.03U n/d million or milligrams per liter pCi/1: picocuries per liter (a measure ofradiation). • Action Level: The concentration of a contaminant that, ifexceeded, triggers treatment or other requirements that a water system must follow. Violation Y/N Topical Source of Contaminant N Erosion ofnatural deposits orchards, glass. Our Water Sample Date None 0.006 mg/1 3/23/05 None U.UU4 mg/i 3/23/llb 0.004 mg/1 0.22 mg/1 8/1/07 Aug 2000 N N Ji 7 Erosion ot natural deposits orchards, glass. Erosion of Natural deposits orchards, glass Discharge of drilling wastes & erosion of natural deposits Erosion of natural deposits aluminum & fertilizer factories Erosion ofnatural deposits aluminum & fertilizer factories Erosion ofnatural deposits aluminum & fertilizer factories Arsenic (well #6) Barium 2 mg/1 None 2 mg/1 Fluoride (well #3) .20 mg/1 .1 mg/1 .20 mg/1 08/01/07 N Fluoride (well #5) .18 mg/1 .lmg/I .20 mg/1 08/01/07 N Fluoride (well #6) n/d n/d n/d 08/10/07 N N/A N/A 49 mg/1 04/03/06 N Action Level Sample Date Our Water!*) Number of Samples Over Action Level Lead 15 mg/1 August 2006 1 mg/1 0 Copper 1.3 mg/1 Result August 2006 Units 0 <3 <1 Pci/1 RA-226 RA-228 <1 Pci/1 0 mg/1 Date 03/10/06 03/27/06 03/21/06 Unregulated Contaminant llH Sulfate Erosion of natural deposits ia> Contaminant if TLm# ■ \ SifflfC J* i Gross Alpha * Pci/1 (♦) 90 percent of samples at or below this level to test our water on a regular basis to ensure its safety. The State allows us to monitor for some contaminants less than once per year because the concentrations of these contaminants do not change frequently. Some ofour data, though representative, is more than one year old. We met all the monitoring and reporting requirements for 2007. Unregulated contaminant monitoring helps EPA to determine where certain contaminants occur and whether it needs to regulate those contaminants. }& &J Is our water system meeting other rules that govern our operations? The State and EPA require us We are committed to providing you safe, reliable, and healthy water. We are pleased to provide you with this information to keep you fully informed about your water. We will be updating this report annually, and will also keep you informed ofany problems that may occur throughout the year, as they may happen. For more information about your water, or the contents of this report, contact Monte O’Dell, Supervisor, at the Village Garage or call 726-1444. 06674304 �Ju»t Say ‘t* Advertised m the Maple Valley New** Saturday June 28.2000 — Page 4 Harold E. Smith Lloyd Junior Hopkins HASTINGS Lloyd Junior Hopkins, age 76. of Hastings passed away on Tuesday, June 24th, 2008 peacefully at his home with his family by his side. Lloyd was bom in Alger, OH on January 16, 1932. the vm of the late Charles A and Geneva (Lawrence) Hopkins He was raised in the Alger area and attended schools there, but. later com­ pleted his education at Hastings High School Lloyd was the husband of Ann (Borton) Hopkins. The couple was the first to be married at the Pleasantvicw Family Church in Dowling. Michigan on September 13. 1986. Lloyd and Ann have been married for 21 years. Lloyd was previously mar- ried to Ethel Tobey and Virginia Smith, both ending in divorce. Lloyd joined the U.S. Army in March of 1950 and was a member of the 7th Division of the 31st Infantry serving in Korea. During his service time Lloyd was a rifleman, truck driver, and dispatcher. He was decorated with the Purple Heart while serving his country and was Honorably Discharged in April of 1953. Lloyd worked as a Charter Coach Driver at Starlight Travel & Tours for over 18 years. He also was employed at Kellogg's in Battle Creek for over 14 years and raised and sold Arabian horses for several years. 1 The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN § HAIR STYLING & NAILS ® 0 Open Tuesday - Friday S.E. Corner ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 t “Home Cooking at its Best" We will be OPEN the 4th of July Won't you take a few minutes today to fly your flag proudly in honor of Lloyd was a member ofThe Pleasantvicw Family Church. Lloyd enjoyed working with horses; he especially loved showing his Arabian Stallion "Fleet Arrow", and raising the young babies. He loved to be outdoors and spent his time deer hunting with his brothers, rabbit and squirrel hunting in Ohio, and cooking over an open fire. He also enjoyed spending time camping at Tri Lake Trails in Marshall and win­ tering at Hawaiian Isles in Florida. Lloyd had a passion for softball and coached the "Dorens Sports" team for several years. Lloyd is survived by his beloved wife Ann; his two daughters, Susan (Bob) Capman, and Vicki Jo Peake; his two sons Michael (Margaret) Hopkins, and Brian Scott (Robin Ell wood) Peake, and a brother, Thomas (Evelyn) Hopkins. He is also survived by nine grandchildren, and three great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his broth­ er James Hopkins. Funeral Services were held at The Pleasantvicw Family Church, in Dowling, on Friday, June 27, 2008 with Pastor Steve Olmstead offi­ ciating: Internment took place immediately following the funeral service at Fort Custer National Cemetery with full military honors. Memorial contributions can be made to the Pleasantview Family Church or Barry Community Hospice. Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. our freedom Our special for the 4th will be: Fried Chicken, along with our Fish Fry Jack & Judy’s Have a Safe and Happy 4 th ofJuly Jack & Judy’s 113 N. Main Nashville 517-852-9700 Hours: Open 7 Days 6AM-8PM 00674157 For everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics (269) 945-9554 DiNfflLS' “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 IV 1 ' J / 1A 0269s?29n00 EM-79 Hwy ‘NashvOilwlen Scott A. Daniels n&FJTily Manager GREGORY - Harold E. Smith, age 47, of Gregory, MI (formerly of Vermontville) went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, June 21, 2008 at SL Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor. Harold was bom in Charlotte, on October 21, 1960, the son of John E. and Grace A. (Blodgett) Smith. He was raised in the Vermonville area and attend­ ed Maple Valley Schools graduating in 1978. Harold continued his education at Davenport University in Battle Creek, where he studied business and accounting. He was the husband of Jean (Dietrick) Smith. The couple was married at the Lakewood United Methodist church on June 6, 1998. The couple recently celebrated their 10 year wedding aniversery. Harold was employed at the Meijer Corporation as an Inventory Specialist. He began his career with Meijer in 1979 and been there for over 28 years. Harold loved sports. Baseball was his first love, and he rarely missed an opportunity to watch the Detroit Tigers. During football season Harold would make the trip back to Maple Valley to take in all of the home football games. The rivalry between U of M and Ohio State was especially tense; and as a true U of M fan Harold real­ ly didn't want to see the col­ ors "red and silver" during the week of that football game. Harold's love of sports even captured his wife Jean. The two would visit several different resturaunts during the varied sports season to watch the games on big screen televisions. Harold's passion for his faith and love of his church was evident throughout his life. He prefered to work behind the scenes, never seeking recognition for his work; and true to his charac­ tor avoiding the "spotlight". He served as the chairman of the board of trustees, coordinated the audio visual, sound, and mulitimedia pres­ entation at the Southwest Church of the Nazerene. He loved working with the youth of the church and was an assitant in the youth out­ reach program, and co-man­ aged the church softball team. Harold is survived by his beloved wife of 10 years Jean; his father Edgar (Sandy) Smith; three sisters, Dorothy (Jack) Marko, Janet Crawford, Virginia (Butch) Yeau; a brother, Phillip (spe­ cial friend -Jane) Smith, and several nieces and nephews and cousins. He was proceeded in death by his mother Grace Anna who passed away in 1995. Funeral services were held at the Nashville Church of the Nazarene, in Nashville, on Wednesday, June 25, 2008 with Rev. Gary Slusher and Rev. Alan Metier officiating. Interment took place immediately fol­ lowing the funeral service Woodlawn Cemetery Vermontville. The family has request in Leu of flowers memorial contributions be made to the Southwest Church of the Nazerene in Gregory, for a new soundboard. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Someone Is Missing In memory of Kenneth E Mead Aug. 3,1925-June 25, 2006 Let this be a loving reminder that someone is missing today, someone our hearts still hold on to as we travel along life’s way, someone who made life so special, for all those who held him dear, someone who won’t be forgotten, but cherished from year to year, and now, as we pause to remember, let us all fondly recall, how much each ofus loved him, and how he loved us all. Love, your wife, children & grandchildren ARTS, continued from page 1program, titled the Performing Arts Scholarship, was awarded to two graduat­ ing seniors at their respective honors night events. Maple Valley student Chris Caldwell was chosen as one recipient and Corey Shotwell, of Ionia, was awarded the second scholar­ ship. Caldwell will be attending Central Michigan University in the fall and will major in theatre. He has been active in the Maple Valley High School theatre productions and also The Revue Theatre Group in Vermontville. He was an active member of the high school band and played trombone during all four years. Shotwell is planning to attend Western Michigan University to pursue a degree in trumpet performance and vocal performance. While in high school he was active in jazz band, the school drama department and National Honors Society among other organizations. Band Director Andrew McFarland said the scholar­ ship is in line with the band’s mission and is a way to pro­ mote musicianship in the communities. "In our constitution it states that part ofthe purpose of this band is to promote good music," said McFarland after a recent rehearsal. "What better way to do that than to support young musi­ cians who are going into the field?" The more than 30-member band performs at a variety of events throughout Michigan each year and is a non-profit organization. The group’s next performance is a patriot­ ic concert sponsored by the Ionia Downtown Development Authority on July 1 at 7 p.m. on the court­ house lawn in Ionia. Chiropractic Can Help... Neck and back pain, headaches, numbness and more! Nashville Chiropractic Center Pennock Health Services is committed to providing women with the highest quality ofcare anywhere. That's why we are pleased to announce the expansion of our services to include Lorad® Selenia™ full field digital mammography the most advanced mammographic imaging technology available for the early detection of breast cancer. For information or to schedule an appointment for your annual mammogram, please call 269-948-3108. Also, coming soon... mammography at State Street Center, 1108 Ik State St., Hastings Dr. Mike Callton, D.C. Michigan State University National College of Chiropractic If you have questions or would like to make an appointment call: 517-852-2070 We are a Blue Cross, Medicare and Medicaid provider Most insurances accepted Pennock HEALTH SERVICES 1009 W. Green Street Hastings www.pennockhealth.com 0M74Z83 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, June 28. 2008 — Page 5 Over 125 Catch the Reading Bug in Nashville As of this week, over 125 people have caught the read­ ing bug in Nashville. Not only are these people not ill, they’re feeling great about reading. The inch worm in the Putnam Library’s children’s room show that 570-plus books have been read already this summer by par­ ticipants. There is still time to catch the reading bug — with six weeks of fun remaining. All Maple Valley students and any resident of Assyria, Castleton or Maple Grove townships may participate by signing up at the library. There is a pro­ gram for all ages and abili­ ties. On Monday, June 30 at 11 a.m., reading program partic­ ipants are invited to join the library staff and a volunteer pastry student to decorate bug cakes. Using frosting and edible decorations, everyone will design their own bug and then eat it later. Tuesday, July 1 at 6:30 p.m., all area residents are invited- to an informative program entitled "Worms Eat My Garbage." This informational session .will be led by Doug Wright who is an interpretive naturalist at Pierce Cedar Creek Institute in Hastings. He will discuss how to begin composting at home. Worm related activi­ ties will be provided for younger children by library staff. Other July dates to note include: July 4 and 5 when the library will be closed, July 7 at 11 a.m., the pro­ gram will be Laughing Part of last Monday's Firefly Fiesta activity included sidewalk chalk art. Here, Noelle Rohde advertises the library's summer reading program "Catch the Reading Bug". room will be open for use; July 9 at 1 p.m. the library’s teen group will meet for a Meet and Eat activity; July 14 at 11 a.m. will be Spectacular Spiders, July 21 11 a.m. will be a Build-a-Bee Workshop featuring balloon art; July 22 from 5:30-7:36 p.m., the craft club meets and the local history room will be open for use; July 23 at 1 p.m. the teen group will t 11 a.m. the library will host a Picnic with the Ants; and July 29 there will be an evening pro­ gram at 6:30 about Beautiful Butterflies. Please note that there will be no library board meeting in July; the next meeting will be Aug. 19 at 6 p.m. Aug. 4 at 11 a.m. will be the last Monday event called Monster Mosquitoes. Aug. 6 at 1 p.m. the teen group will meet. Finally, the summer reading program will wrap up Aug. 12 with a communi­ ty-wide event called Drummunity! featuring artist Lori Fithian and her hun­ dreds of instruments. The library hopes to see all of Nashville on library Lawn ** **x •( ^biH i 5-ltB, In. fo b. & John DeVoss II created this artwork at Monday's summer reading event. All That Glitters Full Service Floral FLOWERS, BALLOONS & GIFTS for Weddings, Sympathy, Birthdays, Anniversaries and Every Day! ' We deliver Io Nw/iWIte, VeanonMUe, Hastings & Charlotte 1 Larissa Mater incorpo­ rated an image of Cleo, Putnam District Library's resident cat, into her art­ work at Monday's summer reading event. 517-852-9224 • 517-852-1691 77524747 We build on our reputation...just ask our customers! Building dreams since 1978 New Construction and Home Improvement 122 S. Lincoln, Charlotte 03766386 (517) 543-1718 The ONLY Candidate^^k with Hands-on Experienced^ DEBBIE SMITH Your County Clerk Barry 234 N. Main, Nashville AFTER HOURS Cottage Inn Pizza, Mooville, and Big Boy of Charlotte. “The library board and staff and all of those who have caught the reading bug thank these organizations and businesses for their sup­ port,” a spokesperson said. Contact the library for more information about any of these events at 517-852­ 9723 or visit the library’s website at www.putnamli^ brary.blogspot.com. Joe Montgomery Builders, Inc. 1CvfiCv Mon. 9-5; Tues. 10.-7; Wed. 10-5; ,Thurs. 9-5; Fri. 9-6; Sat 9-1 MAIN that evening at 7 p.m. Sponsors of this year’s summer reading program include the Nashville Lions Club, Roush’s Sidewalk Cafe, Dream Design Balloons, Hastings City Bank, Impression 5 Museum, Hummell’s Body Shop, Arby’s of Hastings, Applebees of Hastings, Dogtrack Restaurant, Hastings 4 Theatre, MSU’s Bug House, Country Kettle, McDonald’s of Hastings, • YOUR COUNTY CLERKfor 9 years Ladybugs; July 8 from 5:30­ 7:30 p.m. the craft club meets and the local history • Elected twice as YOUR COUNTY CLERK • 27 years HANDS ON EXPERIENCE • Supported by entire staff for re-election in 2008 Saving Taxpayers approximately $50,000 per year by designing and programming ballots and voting equipment rather than paying a vendor 8 Sariy Rird Registration = It is my belief, from my past 8 years as. Hope Township Clerk, that Debbie Smith is the best qualified candidate for Barry County Clerk with her knowledge, integrity, experience, qualifi­ cation and ability to handle the individual needs of 16 Townships along with her other County Clerk duties. NOW ACCEPTING FALL REGISTRATIONS Call for details on our Early Bird, Family & Multiple Class Discounts Register & pre-pay by July 15 for maximum savings! 517-852-9910 207 N. Main St. Nashville email: stepntime@hotmail.com Kimberly Rodriquez, Owner & Director Linda Eddy-Hough Debbie ^XS XS^eas- i ^^X^ditd iatdy- . to modem resu l Su s an Vlt.etstra Vltetstra Tipple TwnshipCl^ ^ ^ X ^edia t d y- Debbie Smith has the experience, knowledge, and the dedication to keep the Barry County Clerk's office one ofthe best in West Michigan. Lorna Wilson, Castleton Township Clerk aWtude that con continualk’e^ °,"’do I ®®nd supports tlioocnald duefrfca as,h°Uragess form the election L Per’ I ence. knowledge kno led el aand dnd H experie d«ail are unequaled ‘!nti°n ,o --------0% Your Best Selection at the AUGUST STH ELECTION Re-fleet Your County Clerk Oeloloie Smithx>S Paid for by the Committee to Re-Elect Your County Clerk Debbie Smith, 7401 E. Barnum Rd., Woodland, MI 48897 06674034 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday. June 28, 2008 — Page 6 Smith named state finalist Eight area township politicians gathered at potluck-style dinner Monday night. Politicians gather in Vermontville for Twp. Association’s pig roast Politicians from nearly all local levels of office gath­ ered Monday night at the Vermontville Opera House for the Michigan Township Association’s annual wrapup event. The potluck-style dinner is just one ofthe monthly meet­ ings held each year by the association. Dawn Conklin, of Vermontville Township, said the association is about "uniting townships together and letting us know what's going on and what to expect as far as taxes or bills being passed. Commissioners Art Luna and John Forell were in attendance, along with Sheriff Mike Raines, Representatives Rick Jones, Sandy Birkholz and mem­ bers of Tim Walberg's staff. Eight area townships were represented at the dinner and after the pig roast, cooked by Brian Vedder, retiring mem­ bers ofthe group were recog­ nized and received gifts for their service. Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service Real Estate NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 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 Jerry Reese, Realtor - ABR ....... JUST LISTED: IN VERMONTVILLE CLOSE TO ELEMENTARY Home 517-726-0223 Home 517-852-5066 Caitlyn Renee Smith, 6, daughter of Katrina Smith, of Vermontville, and James Smith, of Lansing, has been chosen as a state finalist in the National American Miss Michigan Princess Pageant to be held Julyl2, at Troy Marriot Hotel in Troy. The pageant is held for girls ages four through six. The winner of the pageant will receive a $1,000 cash award, the official crown and banner, a bouquet of roses, and air transportation to com­ pete in the national pageant at Disneyland in California. Pageants are held for girls ages four to 18, in five age groups. Caitlyn’s activites include gymanstics and swimming. She also enjoys playing out­ side and with her friends', rid­ ing her bicycle, reading, and watching movies. The National American Miss Pageants are dedicated to celebrating America’s greatness and encouraging its future leaders. Each year, the pageant awards thousands in scholarships and prizes to recognize and assist in the development of young women nationwide. All activities are age-appropriate and family-oriented. The National American Miss pageants are for “Today’s Girl” and “Tomor­ row’s Leaders.” The pageant program is based on inner beauty, as well as poise and presentation, and offers an “All-American spirit of fun for family and friends.” Emphasis is placed on the Former local athletic director guides Kazoo Xplosions to conference championship Former Maple Valley Athletic Director Mike Sparks and Maple Valley High School graduate Kyle Lackscheide proudly the display Great Lakes Conference Championship Trophy awarded to the Kalamazoo Xplosion professional arena football team last Saturday night at K-Wings Stadium. Sparks, who is the head coach for the Kalamazoo Xplosion, was excit­ ed to announce that his team has now successfully defeated 14 consecutive opponents on their home field. Their win/loss record this season is 13-1. On Sunday, June 29, the team will be competing for the Continental Indoor Football League championship at 3 p.m. at KWings Stadium. More information can be obtained at www. kzooxplosion .com. VERMONTVILLE! "PARK-LIKE" SETTING ON 3 LOTS. $44.90011 3 bedroom mobile home with an addition", all new shingles, home was recently updated w/new 8 room, 3 bedroom home on dou­ kitchen cabinets. Call Homer for ble lot. Covered deck on the front. more details. (V-127) Call Homer, listed at $59,900! (V-45) SCHOOL NOW $109.00011 NASHVILLE - NICE "UPDATED" FAMILY HOME APPROX. 1900 SQ. FT. 4 bedroom, 2 full bath home with fenced back yard, MFL, large kitchen and dining,- huge living room, all appl. incl., (except hot tub neg.), includes 2 car heated garage plus bonus I car garage. Call Homer for an appt. (N-39) Caitlyn Renee Smith PRICE REDUCED TO $90,000! GOOD FAMILY HOME IN NASHVILLE! 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1st floor laundry, 2 car garage 2/heated workshop. 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(VL-114) IN NASHVILLE BUILDING LOT 55X132: Water 8f sewer 3, ACRES PERKED f_it SURVEYED: Rolling terrain, seed- available, chain link fence,, storage shed, flowers & ed to hay, seller financing available. North of shrubs. Call Homer. Listed at $ 14,000! (VL-42) Vermontville, blacktop road. PRICE REDUCED! Call .. . Homer. (VL-155) * ACRES IN COUNTRY Perked & surveyed, good loca­ tion, paved road, close to hunting 8r fishing. Culvert & drive are in. MV Schools. Located north of Vermontville. Call Rick. (VL-149). 9). I importance of gaining selfconfiderice, learning new skills, learning good attitudes about competition, and set­ ting and achieving personal goals. The pageant seeks to recognize the accomplish­ ments of each girl while encouraging her to set goals for the future. Caitlyn’s sponsors include Bennett’s Tax Tax Service, Absolute Tooling, Wilder’s Auto Repair, Carl’s Supermarket, Lynn Denton Agency, Musser’s Auto Repair, Roush’s Side Walk Cafe, Winwalker Antiques, Janelle’s Tanning, King’s Appliance, Missy’s Shop of Style, Creative Design’s, Vermontville Hardware, Good Time Pizza, Home­ town Lumber, Customized Cleaning, Tire N’ Such, Bosley’s Pharmacy, Cookies and Cream, Nashville Chiropractic Center, State Ground Coffee, Hastings Flower Shop and Hastings Auto Supply. Call About Energy-Efficient Air Conditioners • Outstanding No Hassle Replacement™ limited warranty* protection t 18 SEER • Quiet operation • Energy efficiencies as high as 18 SEER HEATING & COOLING PRODUCTS www.heil-hvac.com FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality Value & Service Over 40 Years ofServing the Area —Free Estimates— Nashville (517) a8s5v2-e9565 (616) 374-7595 0 2008 International Comfort Products. LLC V �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, June 28, 2008 — Page 7 Teen leadership training opportunity offered OPEN: 7 DAYSA WEEK 24 HOURS by Patricia Johns 30.” says Richards. Students The 4-H youth agent notes StaffWriter interested should sign up as that several 4-H members Leadership Barry County soon as possible. attended the 2006 program. Youth Quest Teen Activities are designed to “The teens that attended Leadership Conference help the students achieve had only the most positive offers area tenth, eleventh, success through team build­ remarks about their experi­ and twelfth graders the ing, goal setting, cooperation ence and recommend it high­ opportunity to define and and creative problem solv­ ly to other teens,” she says. develop concepts that are ing. Richards says that a few vital to building strong lead­ Participants will also scholarships remain for the ers. learn their own personal program. For more informa­ Bob Nida will be leading leadership styles and how to tion contact Jennifer this conference. It was last recognize the leadership Richards at 269-945-0526. offered in 2006 at a cost of style's of others. The goal of $295 per student. Due to sup­ this highly interactive week­ port by Barry County United end is to help the students Way, the cost this year has become more effective both been reduced to $175. as leaders and as members of “We really appreciate the a team and to realize the full support given to this pro­ scope of their potential. FORECLOSURE NOTICE This gram by United Way,” says This high-energy week- firm is a debt collector attempting Jennifer Richards, director of end will be held at YMCA to collect a debt. Any information Leadership Barry County. Camp Algonquin in Hastings obtained will be used for this pur­ pose. if you are in the Military, Students from Lakewood, August 15-17. please contact our office at the Hastings, Delton, “It is a wonderful oppor­ number listed below. MORTThomapple Kellogg and tunity for youth to further GAGE SALE - Default has been Maple Valley high schools develop their leadership and made in the conditions of a cer­ have already registered for interpersonal skills through tain mortgage made by: Patricia the program. A few slots still intense interactive exercises, Cook and Jeff Cook, Wife and Husband to Mortgage Electronic remain. team building activities and Registration Systems, Inc., solely “The deadline to register group networking,” says, as nominee for Intervale has been extended to July Mortgage Corporation, Kathy Walters Surratt. Mortgagee, dated February 10, 2006 and recorded February 17, 2006 in Instrument # 1160289 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was subsequently assigned to: HSBC Mortgage Services Inc, on which mortgage The Nashville United The menu includes BBQ there is claimed to be due at the Methodist Church is having and regular grilled chicken, date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-Five Thousand an indoor picnic in air-condi­ all you can eat hot dogs and Seven Hundred Fifty-Nine Seven Hundred Fifty-Nine tioned comfort Saturday, burgers, potato salad, brown- Dollars and Forty-One Cents July 12 from 4-6:30 pm. ies, and lemonade. (A vege­ ($155,759.41) including interest The public is invited to tarian option is available 8.54% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said attend. Tickets are $7 (or $9 with prior arrangement.) mortgage and the statute in such at the door) for adults, $4 ($6 All indoor picnickers are case made and provided, notice at the door) for children 14 invited to attend the musical, is hereby given that said mortGodspell, afterwards at 7 gage will be foreclosed by a sale and under. Children three of the mortgaged premises, or p.m, Goodwill offering for and under are free. Pre-sale some part of them, at public ven­ tickets are available now the performance. due, Circuit Court of Barry through the church office at The church is at the comer County at 1:00PM on July 31, of Washington and State 2008. Said premises are situated 517-852-2034 or by e-mail at in City of Hastings, Barry County, numcoffice@att.net. streets in Nashville. Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Northeast one quarter of Section 34, Town 3 VOTE August 5 North, Range 8 West, described as, beginning at a point on the North line of said Section 34, disdis­ tant South 89 degrees 39 min­ utes 12 seconds East 149.35 feet from the North one quarter post of said section, thence South 260.69 feet, thence South 89 degrees 47 minutes 28 seconds East 150 feet, thence North 260.33 feet to said North section For Drain Commissioner line, thence North 89 degrees 39 06674028 minutes 12 seconds West 150 NASHVILLE 1 133 5. Main Nashville, MI 517-852-0868 You’re In, You’re Out... You're Httne Grocery store Pricing With Party Store Convenience! MOW. SALE TUE. JULY 1 JUNE 30 WED. JULY2 THUR. JULY 3 sat. HU. JULY 4 JULY 5 2% MILK GALLON $099 LEGAL NOTICE Public invited to indoor HSU 2 BONELESS, SKINLESS CHICKEN BREAST EL MONTEREY BURRITOS picnic at Nashville church MARK 10/4 JOHNSONVILLE BAR-S BRATS 2/$E00 FRANKS SEEDLESS WATERMELON IDAHO ! 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Commonly known as 2520 E M-79 Hwy, Hastings Ml 49058 The redemp­ tion period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accor­ dance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 3Q days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later. Dated: JUNE 24, 2008 HSBC Mortgage Services Inc, Assignee of ‘ Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 08-94814 ASAP# 2804228 06/28/2008, 07/05/2008, 07/12/2008, 07/19/2008 06674023 99* Lb. MIRACLE WHIP 2/$E30 50 2 OZ. SWEET BABY RAY'S BBQ SAUCE 2/$9OO 18oz. KINGSFORD KRAFT SHREDDED CHARCOAL CHEESE SUBWAY CATERS FOR A OCCASIONS Party Platters cookie Platters y . 6' Subs ( -our oce) We reserve the right to limited quantities and correct printing errors. None sold to dealers or minors. Some items not always as pictured. Nashville IGA Express Accepts: f...........1Iga Mon.-Thur, FrisSat. 6AM-Midnight, Sun. 9AM-10PM mm-iopm, Bridge Cards •WIC �Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday. June 28. 2008 — Page 8 Vermontville Township Library to host more summer movies The Vermontville Township Library has added a new program to the sum­ mer activities for community members. In addition to the regular summer reading pro­ gram, on alternate Tuesday evenings, the library will be showing family movies inside the Opera house. The theme for these movies is "Books made into Movies". Future shows include: July 8, Enchanted; July 22, The Princess Bride; Aug. 5, Nancy Drew; and Aug. 19, The Water Horse-Legend of the Deep. This program is made pos­ sible by memorial donations in honor of Cecil Valdick. The donations allowed for the purchase of a projector that can project images from a movie camera, computer or DVD player, and the gener­ ous donation from the Revue, which purchased the Public Viewing License for Dependable, damage-free towing! • Tire Service ’Accident : Recovery * Long-Haul DOBBIN & Off-Road DOBBIN'S JEFF DOBBIN'S auto service, inc. Owner, Jeff Dobbin, ASE Manter Technician over 20 years experience r f the library to allow it to show the movies. Funds are also being gath­ ered by Doug Kelsey to pur­ chase a screen to be installed permanently in the Opera House screen area. Donations have been received from the Vermontville Lion’s Club, and Vermontville Maple Syrup Association and the TOWNSHIP, continued from page 1Township. During a special meeting earlier this month the town­ ship board developed two contract offers for Kalamo Township to consider. Kalamo Township did not accept either offer and creat­ ed their own in response. Vermontville Township currently provides EMS services to 26 sections of Kalamo Township. Kalamo Township pro- Hansbarge Heating LICENSED INSURED Conditioning Vermontville, Ml COLE HANSBARGER Owner RUUD Featuring Ruud Gas Furnaces and Air Conditioners. Full Line of Indoor Air Quality Products • FREE Estimates Continuing to Grow in Family Practice p J^ennock Hospital is pleased to announce the addition of a new board eligible family practitioner, Anita Asadorian, D.O., to its high-caliber staff at Nashville Family Medi­ cine. Dr. Asadorian will begin practicing on July 7, and she is taking new patients. Dr. Asadorian received her medical degree from Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in Kirksville, MO, and completed a three-year family practice residency at Genesys Regional Medical Center in Grand Blanc, MI. Dr. Asadorian’s philosophy on patient care is to treat the whole person, not just the symptom. "The relationship between a patient and myselfdepends on open, respectful commiuiication and cooperation - empowering patients to take charge of their own health is very satisfying.’.’ With the addition of physicians like Dr. Asadorian to our Pennock Medical Staff, we are confident that you and your family have the option to receive the best medi­ cal care possible. Most Insurances Accepted For more information or to schedule an appointment with Dr. Asadorian, please call (517) 852-2133 .. Another Reason Vermontville Fire and EMS Association. The Vermontville Women’s Club is donating popcorn (and popping it) for the event, and Duane Eldred from Duey’s Comer is donating pop, so the entire event will be free of charge to the members of the com­ munity. Anita Asadorian, D.O. Family Practitioner to Choose Pennock HEAL™ ^SERVICES 06674143 posed a contract that would charge $9,360 for 12-months of coverage. Vermontville Township board members voiced opposition to the con­ tract and the substantial decrease in charges from their proposed contracts. "We brought this (con­ tract) to the surface, it should have been done a long time ago," said Treasurer JoAnn Nehmer. "I do not think the people of Vermontville Township should be cover­ ing for the people in Kalamo when people in Kalamo don’t have insurance." Supervisor Russ Laverty said he developed the proposed contracts while taking into consideration that 25 percent of the EMS runs are for Kalamo Township and therefore, 25 percent of the expenses should be used to pay for those runs. After a lengthy discussion, the board voted unanimously to deny the contract offered by Kalamo and extend the current contract for 30 days to cover any lapse in cover­ age that may occur while the details are hammered out. The fiscal year and the current contract were set to expire on June 30 before the board voted for the exten­ sion. The board is planning a special meeting on July 14 to work out the details of the contract. In other business, the board heard a report and received a copy of 16 viola­ tions found during a fire inspection of the Opera House. The violations included lack of a balcony railing, no fire safety and evacuation plan in place and electrical equipment work among oth­ ers. The board also discussed the possibility of an ambu­ lance millage vote held in February and the consequences of that special elec­ tion. Without a millage, Nehmer said cuts would have to be made in the department. The board will meet again at 7 p.m. June 14 in the fire station for a special meeting concerning the Kalamo Township EMS Services. _____________________________________________________________________________ Jump Around throws his cowboy down Chris Ripley from Vermontville rides the bull Jump Around during the Super Kicker Rodeo at the Lake Odessa Fair on Thursday night. He was one of a handful of area cowboys to take part In the event. The fair runs through Sunday at the Lake Odessa Fair Grounds. (Photo by Brett Bremer) COBB WEIL DRIUIM (REPAIR CALL •7 Day Service • Pumps Installed & Repaired • Service On Submersible Pumps • 2* - 5" Well Drilling and Repair 269-945-9554 30 Years Experience any time for Estimates Available 517-726-0377 356 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Action-ads! Richard Cobb David Cobb Ml Uc. fl 746 MARK WHITNEY FOR BARRY COUNTY CLERK Please vote in the August Sth Primary Paid for by the Commitlee to Elect Mart Whitney -25180 M-78, Bellevue, MI 49021 July Service Specials Transmission Service $ 77 CJ95* ‘Most models - excludes diesels Jf Fuel Inj ection $/t■t Q95 Service £g £ M Before You Travel Stop in for Ybur FREE Pre-Vacation Inspection BELTS, COOLANT TEST, SCAN _______________S A/C INSPECTION M66 Tire 7775 SADDLEBAG LAKE RD. (M-66) - LAKE ODESSA 616-374-1200 We fill Propane Tanks �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, June 28,2008 — Page 9 School board adopts balanced budget, projects student loss by Amy Jo Parish With a projected loss of20 students next year and an actual loss of 100 during this past year, the Maple Valley Board of Education adopted a balanced budget for ZOOS­ OO during a special Tuesday night meeting. With a fund equity of 19.1 percent for the coming year, the district will not have to borrow funds to cover pay­ roll during the summer months, a typical practice for many districts. Local resident Gary White expressed concern to the board about the fund equity and whether the money cur­ rently saved couldn’t be put back into the district "What direction are we truly going in Maple Valley?" asked White of the board. "I’m not sure a bal­ anced budget is the best thing for this school dis­ trict... Is it good to hang on to those funds or put them back in to benefit the district as a whole?" Superintendent Kim Kramer said that many in the community have expressed their desire to see the district work on a balanced budget without taking from the fund equity. "A year ago we heard from the community, what I think is an opposing view," responded Kramer. "We heard that there would be no more bond support until we balanced the budget and stopped going into fund equity. We don’t want to borrow money to make pay­ roll while waiting for aid from the state to come through. We have enough in savings so we don’t have to borrow and pay more in Vermontville native wins award from Clark Construction Char Konen, a Vermontville native, has been named a recipient of . one of Clark Construction’s highest awards for safety and service. AWS STILL TIMS T0< ose YOUR WCI6HT IN W to thalkny <pu Io baomt one of ttw bigyol low's of Eaton County and wto monq doing w! S29.00 registration fee All of the mone^ is paid bad: in priies Io lhe U^est loser's! ♦12 week weight loss challenge ♦You wiU receive a coach to guide and encourage you ♦Training each wed in multiple area’s of nutrition ♦When: Challenge starts Thursday July 10,2008 and will continue every Thursday through Oct 2,2008 ♦Time: 7:00pm ♦Location: Castleton Twp Hall on Reed ST i Nashville, MI Next to Carl’s Supermarket ♦Call: to Pre-Register or for more information to Chmtuurt 517-8124891 ♦Bring a friend and get a prize ♦Bring 2 friends and get a prize+$15.00 off yoor Registration interest" Included in the budget are several reductions for the coming year to help reach that balanced budget The district will save $109,000 by combining the assistant principal and athlet­ ic director positions into one, reducing supply budgets by 10 percent will have a pro­ jected savings of $50,000 and custodial realignment will save the district $70,000, according to docu­ mentation provided by Darryl Sydloski, business manager for the district, at the June 9 board meeting. The board is anticipating receiving $100 from the state for each student in atten- dance, though Sydloski reported that the School Equity Caucus is anticipat­ ing that amount to be raised to $126. "We as a district are just hanging on, just like every other district in the state," said Kramer. "We’re one of the better fiscally sound dis­ tricts in the mid-Michigan, Lansing area." Though there is an esti­ mated deficit of$191,993 for this fiscal year (2007-08), Sydloski said that it is more than $10,000 better than the board adopted last June. Kramer credited the staff and teachers for helping reach the balanced budget by forgoing a pay increase this year and opting for a onepercent raise during the com­ ing year. "During these budget issues our employees have stepped up," said Kramer. "They came in and were real­ istic about their part" The board also announced' the retirement ofhigh school business teacher Linda Johnson. She has taught at Maple Valley since 1979, and Sydlosk said the retire­ ment happened too recently to calculate its impact on the budget. The board will meet again at 7 p.m. July 7 in the board­ room of the administration building, located at the high school. THE TRAFFIC SCENW She received the John M. Clark Service Award, which is presented annually to the Clark employee who demonstrates an exceptional work ethic, service and dedication on behalf of the company and its customers. Konen serves as Clark’s manager of corporate procedures with her primary responsibility to ensure that corporate procedures promptly integrate the company’s best management practice. She has 23 years of experience in an administrative capacity, including construction software administration and procedural training. Clark Chief Executive Officer Charles Clark said Konen has demonstrated a track record of excellence over a long period of time. 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For application & free government job info, call American Assoc, of Labor 1­ 913-599-8226. 24/hrs. em­ ployment services. 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. 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Northern Land Com­ pany, 1-800-968-3118, www.northemlandco.com ORDINANCE NO. 08-03 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 46 OF THE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE’S CODE OF ORDINANCES RELATING TO PARKING AND TO PROVIDE PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS July 30 July 1 July 2 July 5 July 6 July 7 ORDINANCE NO. 08-04 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE [Escrow Fees for Reimbursement of Village Expenses] and 5:00 a.m. north and south'sides ofthe street. June 29 June 30 Steer & Swine Live Carcass Evaluation, 7 p.m., Expo Center. Lamb Carcass Weigh-in, Expo Center. Mock Dog Show (Showmanship), 6 p.m., Expo Center Show Arena. Fair Superintendent Meeting, 7 p.m., Expo Center. Dog Developmental Committee Meeting. Livestock Developmental Committee 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. Beef, Lamb, Swine Hanging Carcass Evaluation, 6, 6:45, 7 p.m. respectively, Geukes Market. Goat Mandatory Meeting & Bam Set-Up, 7 p.m., Expo Center. THE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE ORDAINS: A. The parking of any vehicle on any street or alley within the Village between the hours of 2:00 a.m. B. The parking of any vehicle in the 100 block ofWest Third Street where the road is widened on the June 29 The Nashville Village council will hold a public hearing on July 10, 2008 at 7:00 pm in the council chambers. PURPOSE: To obtain public input and hear dis­ cussion on the proposed Down Town Development Authority (DDA). All business owners are urged to attend if they are interest­ ed in participating in the new DDA. If you wish to comment in writing on this proposal you must do so by July 10, 2008 and turn into the Village of Nashville, 203 N. Main St., P.O. Box 587, Nashville, MI VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE 46.2 PROHIBITED PARKING. The following parking is prohibited at the locations and times set forth below: CALENDAR OF EVENTS PUBLIC HEARING bn 46.1 PURPOSE. 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Call Alan Klein for all your home im­ provement needs. (269)945­ 9269 Section 1. Amendment to Chapter 46. Chapter 46 ofthe Code of Ordinances (the “Code”) ofthe Village of Vermontville (the “Village”) is hereby amended so as to read in its entirety as follows: Farm E.A.R.T.H. = EDUCATED ANIMAL Rescue and Teen Haven is in urgent need of HAY DONATIONS. We will come pick it up, clean out your bam of old hay (Any type of hay that isn't moldy). E.A.R.T.H. 501(c)3 is a non-profit organization. All donations are tax deduc­ tible. PLEASE CALL (269)962-2015 Real Estate CABINETRY STARLITE KITCHENS serves all of your cabinetry needs. Jennifer Neeb works Within your budget and offers free house calls and estimates. Show­ room located inside Thomp­ son Interiors in Lake Odessa. Call (616)889-1340 or visit StarliteKitchens.com/promotion for an online cou­ DO YOU WANT QUALITY pon! PRINTING at affordable prices? Call J-Ad Graphics at FRAMES AND CUSTOM (269)945-9554. matte cutting. By appoint­ ment only. Call Picture This Photography. (269)948-4669 THE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE HEREBY ORDAINS: Recreation Garage Sale Section 1. Amendment. The Code of Ordinances ofthe Village ofVermontville is hereby amended to add a new Chapter, Chapter 54B entitled "Escrow Fees”, to read in its entirety as follows: Chapter 54B Escrow Fees C. The parking of any vehicle in any Village-owned or operated parking lot between the hours of 2:00 a.m. and 5:00 a*m. D. The parking ofany semi-truck, tractor trailer, trailer, or motor home in any Village-owned or oper­ ated parking lot. E. The parking of any vehicle in the Village right ofway located between the sidewalk and the curb or curb'line. 46.3 LIMITATIONS ON PARKING. Parking on Mam Street between ‘C’ Street (also referred to as the “East-West Alley”) and First Street in the part ofthe 100 block ofMain Street shall be limited to two hours between the hours of8:00 a.m. arid 5:00 p.m. 46.4 AUTHORITY TO ISSUE PARKING CONTROL ORDERS; SIGNS. In accordance with the Uniform Traffic Code adopted and enforced by the Village Council, the Village Council hereby reserves the right to establish or modify traffic 3 control orders with respect to parking prohibitions, limitations and restrictions in accordance with the Uniform Traffic Code, as set forth in Chapter 58 ofthis Code. The Village Council may authorize, by motion, the posting of signs to enforce the provisions of this Chapter and any subsequent parking control order. 46.5 ENFORCEMENT. A violation of any provision of this Chapter shall be a municipal civil infraction for which a penalty in the amount of $500 shall be assessed in accordance’with Chapter 58 of this Code. Each day such violation occurs or continues shall be deemed a separate offense and shall make the viola­ tor liable for the imposition ofa fine for each day. The imposition or payment ofany municipal civil infraction penalty shall not prevent the Village from seeking injunctive relief or other available relief against a violator as may be permitted by law, nor shall it prevent the Village from taking action against a violator for any subsequent offense. Section 2. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall become effective the day following its publication after its publication or publication of a summary of its provisions in a local newspaper of general circulation in the Village. Passed and adopted by the Village ofVermontville on June 24, 2008 06674072 Section 54B.1. Escrow Fees for Reimbursement of Village Expenses. With respect to zoning and land use applications and applications for other matters requiring Village approval under this Code includ­ ing, but limited to extensions ofpublic infrastructure such as streets, sanitary sewers, stormwater, and/or public water service, the applicant shall be responsible for all costs and expenses incurred by the Village which are directly associated with reviewing and processing the application, including but not limited to the costs ofprofessional review and input by engineers, legal counsel, community planners and other con­ sultants whose professional review and input is deemed necessary by the Village for effective evaluation of the application, as applicable. To facilitate the reimbursement of such costs and expenses to the Village, applicants may be required to deposit funds into an escrow account in an amount and manner established by resolution of the Village Council, and the Village may withdraw funds from the escrow account as nec­ essary to recover such reimbursable costs and expenses incurred by the Village, as provided in the resolu­ tion. Any unused funds remaining in an escrow account after the application has been fully reviewed and processed shall be refunded to the applicant. Section 54B.2. Additional Deposit. Ifthe funds in an escrow account are depleted, the applicant shall make an additional deposit sufficient to cover any deficit and to re-establish a positive balance. Section 54B.3. Consideration of Application; Insufficient Escrow. An application for any permit, license or final Village approval for which an escrow deposit is required shall not be complete, and need not be considered, unless and until the required escrow deposit has been made and such deposit has been mai maintained at the required amount. Section 2. Publication and Recording. This Ordinance, or a summary thereof, shall be published once in the Maple Valley News, a newspaper of general circulation within the boundaries of the Village of Vermontville qualified under State law to publish legal notices, within fifteen (15) days after its adoption and the same shall be recorded in the Ordinance Book ofthe Village. Section 3. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall become effective the day following publication or publication of a summary of its provisions in a local newspaper of general circulation in the Village. ♦Passed and adopted by the Village Council ofthe Village ofVermontville on June 24,2008. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, June 28,2008 — Page 11 Anglers encouraged to report any unusually large fish kills In the wake of the recent discovery of viral hemor­ rhagic septicemia (VHS) in the Wisconsin waters of Lake Michigan and from a large inland lake in Ohio, Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) fisheries officials would like to remind anglers to report any unusual numbers ofdead or dying fish. “We certainly don’t want everyone who sees a single dead fish floating to call it in,” said DNR Fish Production Manager Gary Whelan. “But if anyone sees unusually large numbers of dead or dying fish, we want to know about it.” VHS is a disease caused by a virus that has been known to exist in Europe and on the West Coast of the United States for decades. It kills fish by causing internal bleeding. First identified in the Great Lakes in 2005, VHS likely was carried into the lake by ballast water from oceangoing ships, probably from the Canadian Maritime Provinces. VHS is known to infect a wide variety of both sport and prey species and has caused mortality among a number of species in Michigan. Although VHS has not been found in the Michigan waters of Lake Michigan, it has been found in northern Lake Huron, the St Clair River, Lake St Clair and Lake Erie as well as in Budd Lake near Harrison. The DNR has stepped up surveil­ lance to find out how wide­ spread the disease is in Michigan. Anglers who observe sig­ nificant numbers of dead or dying fish are asked to report the information online at www.michigan.gov/dnrfishing, or by calling their local DNR office or the Fisheries Division in Lansing at (517) 337-2691. As summer approaches and fishing season shifts into high gear, the Department of ZONING ORDINANCE REVISION BIDS The-Village of Nashville is soliciting bids for revising the Nashville Zoning Ordinance. Anyone interested in bidding should contact Ron Bracy at 517-819-4972 for details. All bids must be submitted in writing before 5:00 p.m. on July 1, 2008 to the Nashville Village Office, 203 N Main, PO Box 587, Nashville, MI 49073. The Village of Nashville reserves the right to reject any or all bids. 06673828 02036960 — NOTICE — LAST DAY TO REGISTER NOTICE OF LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION TO THE ELECTORS OF VERMONTVILLE TOWNSHIP ALL ELECTORS ARE HEREBY GIVEN NOTICE that Vermontville Township will hold a primary election on Tuesday, August 5,2008 at the Vermontville Township fire station at 125 W. First St., Vermontville, Michigan. Electors who wish to vote in the election must be registered no later than 5:00 p.m. on Monday, July 7, 2008. To register, visit any Secretary of State branch office, the county clerk’s office, local clerk’s office or by contacting the Township Clerk at 726-1159. This message Commission. is given by order of the Township Election Sharon L. Stewart Vermontville Township Clerk 06674309 Natural Resources is remind­ ing anglers that preventing the spread of VHS will take the effort of everyone. There is no known treatment for VHS in a lake or river. Preventing the spread of VHS is the best way to pro­ tect Michigan’s fish stocks from the disease. Anglers can help prevent the spread of disease by fol­ lowing two simple rules: Don’t move water and don’t move fish. Anglers are asked to empty their live wells and bilges when they leave a lake or river. Live wells should be disinfected with one half-cup bleach per five gallons of water before the boat is launched on another body of water. Fish should never be moved from one body of water to another, including minnows used for bait. Anglers are asked to please dispose of leftover minnows away from the water; do not empty bait buckets into the lake, which is illegal. Anglers who collect their own minnows should use them only in the same waters where they were collected. Certified VHS-free minnows can be used anywhere in the state and now are widely available in bait shops. Uncertified minnows may be used in the specific VHSv Management Areas indicat­ ed on the receipt provided by the bait shop. If there is any doubt, anglers should use uncertified bait only in the VHSv Positive Management Areas. For more information on VHS, visit the DNR Web site at www.michigan.gov/dnrfishing. The DNR is committed to MVHS football camp starts July 21 Maple Valley will host its annual football camp, for stu­ dent-athletes entering grades nine through 12 next fall, The camp will be held July 21-24 at the Maple Valley High School. The cost is $15. Kent Oil & Propane, Inc. 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VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE COUNTY OF EATON, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 08-02 AND SUMMARY OF THE REGULATORY EFFECT THEREOF PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that on June 24,2008, at a regular meeting ofthe Village Council of the Village ofVermontville, County of Eaton, Michigan (the “Village”), held in the Village Hall, the Village Council adopted an ordinance, Ordinance No. 08-02, to amend the Village’s Code of Ordinances (the “Code"). The principal provisions of Ordinance No. 08-02 can be summarized as follows: Section 1, Addition ofNew Chapter 58. The Code is amended so as to add a new Chapter 58, entitled “Enforcement,” which provides that violations ofthe Code constitute civil infraction violations, unless oth­ erwise specified as a misdemeanor. Civil infraction violations are subject to fine that is not less than $100 nor more than $500 for the first offense and not less than $250 nor more than $1,000 for a subsequent offense, in addition to all the costs, damages and expenses, including reasonable attorneys fees, incurred by the Village by reason ofthe violation. Violations ofthe Code that are designated as misdemeanors are pun­ ishable by a fine not to exceed $500, and costs ofprosecution or by imprisonment for a period of not more than 90 days, or by both such fine and imprisonment. Chapter 58 is comprised of the following sections: Section 58.1 - Definitions; Section 58.2 Misdemeanor Violations; Section 58.3 - Municipal Civil Infractions; Section 58.4 - Continuous Violations; Section 58.5 - Other Remedies Available; Section 58.6 - Authorized Village Officials; Section 58.7 Municipal Civil Infraction Action; Commencement; and Section 58.8 - Municipal Civil Infraction Citations - Issuance and Service. Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 58, the following Village officials are authorized to issue civil infraction citations for violations of applicable provisions of the Code: the Village President; Ordinance Enforcement Officer; Sheriffand Deputies ofthe Eaton County Sheriffs Department; building officials and housing officials (but only for violations of those ordinances and codes for which such officials are respon­ sible for administering and enforcing); Zoning Administrator (but only for violations of the Village Zoning Ordinance); Village Clerk (for violations of Chapter 57, covering telecommunications); and other Village officials appointed by the Village Council to administer and enforce all or part of the Code. Section 2, Amendment/Reoeal of Certain Penalties Provisions, Section 2 of the Ordinance amend and repeals ceitain piuvisiuns within the Code, including the following Sections, which are amended in their entirety to read “Reserved”: Sections 1.18, 32.36, 35.14, 35.15,37.6,38.5,39.8,40.8, 55.4, 57.20, and 57.21. Section 2.10.B. ofthe Code is amended to provide that a violation ofthe Code which continues beyond the reasonable time limit given constitutes a municipal civil infraction, for which penalties will be assessed in accordance with Section 58.3 ofthe Code. Section 41.4 of the Code is amended to provide that any violation of Chapter 41 (relating to curfew for minors) by a minor under the age of seventeen years, and also the parent, guardian or legal custodian ofany such minor, shall be responsible for a municipal civil infraction for which penalties will be assessed in accordance with Section 58.3 ofthe Code. Section 3, Adoption of Revised Uniform TYaffic Code, Section 45.1 of the Code is amended to adopt, by reference, the Uniform TYaffic Code for Cities, Townships, and Villages promulgated by the Director of the Michigan Department of State Police pursuant to the Administrative Procedures Act of 1969 (MCL 24.201, et seq.), as amended and made effective October 30, 2002, together with any subsequent amend­ ment thereof, except as to such provisions thereofas may be amended or deleted in Chapter 45 ofthe Code. Section 4- Amendment of Chapter 57. Chapter 57 of the Code is amended to correct and change cer tain references and definitions within the Chapter including, but not limited to, the references and defini­ tions for the terms “Village” and “Clerk.” Section 5, Effective Date, This Ordinance shall become effective upon its publication or upon the pub lication ofa summary of its provisions in a local newspaper ofgeneral circulation in the Village. 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Main, Nashville • 517-852-9680 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/822/MapleValleyNews_2008-07-12.pdf 14d2ccbfd53752cdeaacbd7eef5452c5 PDF Text Text MAPLE VAi m HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 227 EAST STATE ST r__ HASTINGS MJ 490581 sHastings Ml 49058-1817 new MVN Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 136-No. 28, July 12, 2008 A local paper oftoday! Teacher Linda Johnson retires after 25 years by Amy Jo Parish For more than 25 years, Linda Johnson has been a constant figure in the halls of Maple Valley High School. This summer, she decided to start a new chapter in her and her family’s lives by retiring from teaching. Her decision, however, didn’t come without a bit of ques­ tioning. " I wasn’t really sure (I wanted to retire), " said Johnson recently. "My broth­ er-in-law wasn’t in real good health and that got me think­ ing about whether or not I was making hay while the sun was shining. Through the years, Johnson taught everything from nutrition and sewing to career skills. Starting as a business and math teacher in North Carolina, Johnson moved into the home economics area when a position opened up. Teaching came naturally to Johnson and was the ful­ fillment of a childhood ambi­ tion. "I always wanted to be a teacher. Whenever my friends and I would played school, I was always the teacher," Johnson said with a laugh. "I knew in eighth grade that I wanted to be a teacher and never changed my mind." Though the school year ended more than a month ago, Johnson said the full impact of her retirement will not hit until the new school year starts in the fall. "It probably won’t hit until September 2nd when I see all the buses go by," said Johnson. With all of the challenges that accompany a teaching position, she said the changes that have occurred in education over the years have only added to her love of teaching. That love of teaching brought Johnson and her family into the Maple Valley district, but the unique com­ munity they discovered kept them in- area for more than two decades. "I’ve enjoyed the chal­ lenges each year and trying Athletic boosters donate track and cross country record board During the 2007-08 school year, the Maple Valley Athletic Boosters began exploring the idea of a record board for the dis­ trict’s track and cross coun­ try teams. After months of discus­ sion, a track board was selected, purchased and installed in the Maple Valley High School gym­ nasium. This board dis­ plays both boys and girls track and cross country records. The athletic boost­ ers also contributed money to update the wrestling board that hangs in the wrestling room. The boosters meet once a month in the high school office break room. The next meeting is scheduled for 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 4, when officer elections will be held. Current officers are Tai Gearhart, president; Lori Courtney, vice president; Jackie Ewing, secretary; Linda Johnson easy to work with. I feel like there’s a real team effort there," said Johnson. "It would be one thing if I had an administration that was hard to work with, not to mention the teachers. They have been like a family away from home. And the kids — you couldn’t ask for better students." Along with academic suc­ cess, Johnson believes the biggest indicator for the suc­ cess of a district can be found in the lives of its stu­ dents. "I’ve really got to hand it to the board. A lot ofdistricts wouldn’t hire its graduates back. What better people to have in the district?" asked Johnson. "They have a vest­ ed interest in the school, and I don’t think you could have a better compliment." Vermontville council reassigns streets, discusses budget crunch by Amy Jo Parish After meeting with repre­ sentatives from Eaton County, Monte O’Dell of Vermontville Public Works reported several changes to downtown streets and their designations. C Street, next to Ace Automotive was decertified as a street by a unanimous vote of the council. O’Dell said the area is an alley rather than a street, and the change was recommended by county officials. Due to the narrowing of the alley behind the grocery store, it cannot be classified as a street. The street curving from Maple Manor to North Main Street has now been official­ ly renamed Maple Manor Street. • The council also The Maple Valley Athletic Boosters donated this unanimously voted to make track and cross country record board which now East Street Drive officially a hangs in the high school gymnasium. street. The streets will now be and Kelly Jones, treasurer. and Adam Brumm. included on village maps, Trustees are Jon Boss, Jeff Everyone is welcome to and the village will receive Seavolt, Glenn Ewing, attend. funds from.the county under Becky Wilson, Keith Jones Act 52 for upkeep and main­ tenance of the streets. O’Dell also reported to the council that the department of public works has picked up trict, while others expressed In other business, the vil- 29 loads of brush after the concern that the DDA would lage council: . recent storms and will continincrease taxes or the streetscape • Approved the following ue to do so for about another and facade improvements quarterly payments: fire week. would not be feasible. $6,250; ambulance $6,250, The council also approved The public hearing was and transfer/recycle $1,250. the use of the walkway held to provide local busi­ • Approved Ben Page, between Roadrunners Bar ness owners and residents Sandra Lundquist, Ron and the stage on Saturday, with information and an Bracy, Jake Goodner, Doug July 12, for a special event. Roadrunners is hosting a opportunity to ask questions Yarger and James Dunham about the proposed DDA and as volunteers to help with benefit motorcycle program how it could benefit the com­ mowing and maintenance at for the Eaton County Medical Care Facility. munity. More public hear­ Lakeview Cemetery. Kenneth James Miller ings will be held during See DDA, page 3 from Miller’s Photography future council meetings. Nashville council holds DDA hearing Thursday evening, the Nashville Village Council held a public hearing on a Downtown Development Authority being proposed by a group of area business own­ ers. However, after discussion during the hearing, it became obvious that opinion in the Nashville business communi­ ty is split on whether a DDA would benefit the village. Some business owners said they thought a DDA might ben­ efit the downtown business dis- different things with the stu­ dents," said Johnson. "The thing has made working in The Valley so unique is the people. Everyone in the community knows each other and cares about each other more so that what you find in larger cities and towns." Those personal relation­ ships in the community translated into close student and teacher relationships in the classroom. Building those connec­ tions with her students and also with her co-workers is something Johnson cherishes and counts as a highlight of working in the district. "The kids have been fan­ tastic and the parents very attended the council meeting to ask for the special permis­ sion. After much discussion, two amendments and one tied vote, the council unani­ mously Voted to allow motorcycles to drive onto the walkway area to have their photos taken by Miller Photography at the event. The council also approved the transfer of a CD cashed by Treasurer Kay Marsh to the general fund from the water tower budget. Marsh expressed concern over the village budget and how the bills are going to get paid in the coming weeks. "We’re spending it as fast as it comes in, and taxes are the only real revenue coming in," said Marsh. The council discussed where in the budget costs could be cut to help reach a more stable budget. With a civil rights issue pending, the subdivision of a piece of property, writing ordinances and exploring retirement plan options, Council President Doug Kelsey said the village’s attorney fees are a contribut­ ing factor to the deficit. Several other council mem­ bers agreed. "Our attorney fees are hor­ rendous," said Marsh. After the disbursement of payroll checks to the council, Kelsey returned his to Marsh. "Here," said Kelsey and he flipped his check onto the table. "Void mine and pay me when you can afford it." Council Member Jason Sheridan made a motion to suspend payroll checks to the council until a time when the village is more fiscally sta­ ble. "I make a motion that we don’t give out (council pay­ roll) checks until we’re afloat," said Sheridan. "That we keep track of our payroll until we make sure all the bills in the village are paid." Without a second from a council member, the motion died at the table. In other business, the council learned from O’Dell See COUNCIL, page 3 In This Issue • State confirms three Eaton County • • • • cases related to Salmonella Nashville skate park committee continues fund-raising efforts Nashville man thwarts car-jacking Former resident publishes civil war family memoir Chester Gospel celebrates 60 years �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, July 12,2008 — Page 2 State confirms three Eaton County cases related to Salmonella outbreak The Michigan Department of Community Health has confirmed 19 cases — including three in Eaton County — in connection with the current Salmonella Saintpaul outbreak that has occurred in several states and is associated with the con­ sumption of certain fresh tomatoes and possibly other fresh food. The cases, with an age range of2 to 78 years old, are present in eight other Michigan counties including Berrien, Clinton, Ingham, Kent, Ottawa, Shiawassee, Washtenaw and Wayne. Five of the residents have been hospitalized including one from Eaton County. Their recovery status is unknown. Information on two cases is not immediately available. The remaining residents are recovering. Although evidence contin­ ues to demonstrate a strong link to certain raw tomatoes, there is now information that consuming raw jalepeno and serrano peppers and cilantro may be linked to the illness­ es in this continuing out­ break. The elderly, people with- weak immune systems and infants are advised not eat raw jalapeno and serrano peppers since they are at highest risk of severe illness from salmonella. Serrano peppers are on the warning list because they're hard to distinguish from jalapeno peppers. Both MDA and the Food and Drug Administration continue to advise con­ sumers to limit their tomato consumption to specific types of tomatoes and from specific sources. These include locally grown toma­ toes; cherry tomatoes; grape tomatoes; tomatoes sold with the vine still attached; toma­ toes grown at home; and red plum, red Roma, and round red tomatoes from specific sources. Consumers should be aware that raw tomatoes are often used in the prepara­ tion of fresh salsa, gua­ camole, and pico de gallo; are part of fillings for tor­ tillas and are used in many other dishes. MDCH continues to work in cooperation with federal and local health authorities in Michigan to identify and investigate illnesses that may be associated with this out­ break. Salmonella can cause seri­ ous and sometimes fatal infections particularly in young children, frail or eld­ erly people, and those with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons often expe­ rience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, the organism can get into the bloodstream and produce more severe illnesses. Consumers who have recent­ ly eaten raw tomatoes or foods containing raw toma­ toes and are experiencing any of these symptoms should contact their health care provider. All Salmonella infections should be reported to state or local health authorities. For more information on com/hottopics/tomatoes.htm this outbreak as well as a list of tomato sources cleared for consumption, visit MDA’s Web site at www.michigan. gov/mda or the FDA’s Web site at www.fda.gov/oc/opa- 1 #retailers or the CDC Web site at www.cdc.gov/salmonella/saintpaul/. Food distribution set for Tuesday The monthly Commodity Supplemental Food Program distribution will take place Tuesday, July 15, at the Thomapple Valley Church, 2750 S. M-43 Highway, Hastings, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. only. The monthly distribution includes a box • of food designed for qualifying sen­ iors and mothers, infants and children. Each box provides approximately $50 worth of food including items such as cereal, canned fruit, juice, canned vegetables, canned meat, pasta, evaporated milk, a two-pound box of cheese and dried beans or peanut but­ ter. Any income-eligible person age 60 or older, or income-eli­ gible persons under age 60 with proof of children under age 6 residing in the home may sign up. Individuals should contact the Barry County CAA office 269-948-4260 to sched­ ule an appointment to complete an application. For more information about CAA and its services, call the Community Action Agency office at 1-877-422­ 2726 or visit us online at www.CAASCM.org. Vermontville Township Library to hold teen program Vermontville Township Library, as part of its teen summer reading program, will hold a Wii Gaming Night at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, July 17, in the library. Teens 13 and older are invited to attend. Those cur­ rently registered for the read­ ing program are automatical- ly registered to attend. Anyone wishing to partici­ pate in the gaming night who is’ not currently registered in the reading program may do so at the library. Registration is suggested to assure there are enough refreshments available for all attendees. The Woodlands Library Cooperative has purchased two gaming labs for use by its member libraries. These gaming labs include Wii systems; Guitar Hero III game, two guitars; Dance, Dance Revolution Game; Dance, Dance Revolution Dance Pad; Wii sports game; and several controllers. The Wii systems can be used with the library projection system for "big screen" action. The next teen program will be a teen craft night on Aug. 7. New on the shelves at the Vermontville Township Library New DVDs Grace is Gone, The Great Debaters, Vantage Point, Meet the Browns. 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Baseline Rd. 8960 Spore Ave. Vermontville, Ml 49096 Morning Service................ 10:30 a.m. Evening Service: (Every 1st & 3rd Sunday) ...6 p.m. 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 REV. DAWN GOODMAN Contact numbers: (517) 852-0896 or (517) 852-9606, leave message FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St.,. Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG Wed. 5:30 p.m................... Family Supper 6:00-7:15............ Pioneer Club Sun: 9:00 ........................... Sunday School 10: 00................................. Church Sendee 11: 00 ............................................. Fellowship 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 CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 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 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 PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org 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 GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School....................... 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship........................ 11 a.m. Evening Worship.......................... 6 p.m. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. Wednesday Family .Night Service .......... . PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 :45 p.m. Combined Sunday morning worship with PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Vermontville UMC as follows: July 13 and 27, Aug. 10 and 24 at Vermontville July 6 and 20, Aug. 3,17 and 31 at Gresham Phone: 543-5488 Worship time: 9:30 a.m. Amazing Manga Characters by Comickers Magazine. Joe Montgomery Builders, Ing. We build on our reputation...just ask our customers! Young Adult Fiction The Boy who Dared by Susan Campbell Bartoletti, Airhead by Meg Cabot, One Small Step by P.B. Kerr, If a Tree Falls at Lunch Period by Gennifer Choldenko, The Missing Girl by Norma Fox Mazer. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Worship Services Sunday School for All Ages .. .10:30 a.m. Building dreams since 1978 New Construction and Home Improvement 122 S. Lincoln, Charlotte 7752539 517) 543-1718 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. Sunday A.M. Worship . . .10:30 a.m. Evening Worship........................ 6 p.m. Sunday Worship..................... 8:30 a.m Wednesday Evening at 6 p.m.: PASTOR JEFF SWIFT PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. 517-541-1144 PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors (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 QUIMBY .UNITED METHODIST .. CHURCH Sunday Schoo Worship............. 10 a.m. 11 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service .................... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.................... 11:15 a.m. PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 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 Worship Service Sunday School...................... 9:45 a.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH M-79 West 304 Phillips St., Nashville A.M. Service ..........................11 a.m. P.M. Service 7 p.m. Wed. Service ............................... 7 p.m. (517) 852-9154 203 N. State, Nashville 8593 Cloverdale Road PASTOR MATT ROHDE CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH Create Comickers Art: Awful Ogre Running Wild by Jack Prelutsky. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT GRACE WORLD OUTREACH CENTER Young Adult Nonfiction Sunday Services: .................. 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer ......... 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion ..9:45 a.m. ................. 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service ........ 6 p.m. Wed, Evening Service .. .6:30 p.m. AWANA .............. 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville For more informatioh call: PASTOR KATHY SMITH 795-2370 or Rt. Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 517-726-0526 Combined Sunday morning worship with Traditional 1928 Book of Gresham UMC as follows: July 13 and 27, Aug. 10 and'24 at Vermontville Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK July 6 and 20, Aug. 3,17 and 31 at Gresham Worship time: 9:30 a.m. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, July 12, 2008 — Page 3 Nashville skate park committee continues fund-raising efforts As ofJuly 7, the Nashville Skate Park Committee has collectedjust over $ 1,700 — enough to cover the excava­ tion for the skate park planned for the south end of Riverside Park in Nashville. The group hopes to collect another $10,000 to cover the cost of a cement pad on which the skate park will be constructed. Nashville Police Sgt. Mike Shapley, who has spearheaded the drive to build the skate park, said it will become a reality with the help of the community. The committee is current­ ly planning several more fundraisers tied into holidays and community events such as homecoming, hayrides, Halloween and Christmas. Shapley said he and memb e rs o f th e c o m mittee are grateful to the volunteers who took time to bake or donate goods and equipment for a bake sale during the recent Nashville Car Show. Donors included Carl’s COUNCIL, continued from page 1- - - -- - -- - -- - - that a new swing set will soon be installed in the downtown park. Two new sets will be purchased from the awards of funds from the Fitzgerald Grant for Eaton County Parks. The program will reimburse the amount for the sets after they are bought by the village. Clerk Shirley Harmon also reminded the council that petitions for the upcoming election are due by Aug. 12. The council will meet again Aug. 7 at 7 p.m. in the village offices. Nashville man thwarts car-jacking Troy Westendorp of Nashville was busy working on milk orders in the MooVille office when he unwit­ tingly became involved in a car theft Thursday night, July 3. According to the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Department, a 19-year-old Muskegon man used a letter opener as a weapon to steal a This street, though known as Maple Manor Street for car around 5:30 p.m. in many months, was officially named during Thursday Pennfield Township before night's Vermontville Village Council meeting. driving to the creamery. The young man DDA, continued from page 1 • Tabled street repair bids until next month to allow an engineer to assess the drainage issue on Kellogg Street. • Heard a report from Department of Public Works Supervisor Darryl Clements Jr. who reported that his department did a lot of clean up and removed debris after the recent storms, patched Rocking Seats • All Digital Sound Free Drink Refills • 25c com refills BIG SCREEIMS M.00 SOUTHS m ALL SEATS (HUM C/W'F » * * *V evening iwW. 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So far this year, ed the Eaton County Sheriff’s the department had respondDepartment once within the ed to 379 complaints — 78 village limits, and had five less than last year. assists outside of the village, Schray also reported that one with the Barry County Nashville Police Officer Joel Sheriff’s Department, two Flees has resigned and his with the Eaton County post would be filled by Don Sheriff’s Department, oneWilgus of Hastings. Thousands of ‘Good Samaritan’ volunteers will take to Michigan's roads and highways during the second of three annually designated Adopt-A-Highway pickups, scheduled from July 12 to 20. We want Michigan to look its best during our all­ important summer tourist season," said State Transportation Director Kirk T. Steudle. "The 27,000 vol­ unteers who are willing to step up to the plate to help us clean the state's highways deserve a big ‘thank-you’ from the people . of Michigan." Steudle said that last year, the Michigan Department of Transportation spent $5.5 million to remove litter from roadsides. Adopt-AHighway volunteers saved the department an estimated $1 million in litter pickup costs by collecting trash on 5,800 miles of roadway. More than 64,000 bags of trash were removed during three pickups in 2007. "Motorists should use cau­ tion when they observe clean-up crews- working on the roadsides," reminded Steudle. "Please slow down and watch out for our volun­ teers. Their safety is our number-one concern and it needs to be yours, too." This year, volunteers will be switching to a more visi­ ble, bright yellow-green safety vest with reflective stripes. The new vest, part of a nationwide safety initia- (REPAIR • 7 Day Service The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Tuesday - Friday S.E. Corner of M-66 & Thomapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 .06663407 approached the front desk at Moo-Ville and asked to use the phone to make a call. Picking up a phone in the office to call a customer, Troy overheard a conversa­ tion between the young man and his mother. "He (the suspect) was scared," said Louisa Westendorp. "It was more of an ‘Oh no, I’m in trouble. What do I do?”' After hearing parts of the conversation and consulting with his brother Eric and father Doug, Troy proceeded to block the suspect’s car in the parking lot and wait for authorities to arrive. Doug then called 911, and authorities were on the site within five minutes, said Louisa. Calhoun County Sheriff’s officials said the man is a patient at Stone Hawk, a drug rehabilitation facility and is currently in the Calhoun County Correctional Facility and will be charged with car­ jacking and two counts of felonious assault with a motor vehicle. Volunteers on the roads July 12 to 20 COBB WELL DRILLING r ■7^/ Market, Felpausch Food Center, Nashville VFW Post, Nashville Police Department, Linda Kenyon, Karen Snyder, Marty Cole, Bud Elliston, Brandi Bayha, Jason Strotheide and family, the Jarman family, Marty Shilton and family and the Shapley family. “The sale was a success, collecting a little over $200 net profit,” said Shapley. “This money will be very valuable in future efforts to help establish our first step in creating a skate park.” Shapley said that anyone • Pumps Installed & Repaired • Service On Submersible Pumps • 2” • 5” Well Drilling and Repair 30 Years Experience Estimates Available 517-726-0377 356 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Richard Cobb David Cobb Ml Lie. >1748 tive, will be required by the Federal Highway Administration to be worn by anyone working in the highway right-of-way. This rule goes into effect in November 2008. MDOT supplies each vol­ unteer group with safety vests, a safety video and trash bags. Many areas of the state highway system are still available for adoption. Groups of three or more peo- See ROADS, page 6 interested in skateboarding or who would like to be a part of the building a skate park in Nashville is invited to join the committee which meets at 7 p.m. on the first Wednesday of each month at Good Times Pizza, 501 N. Main Street, Nashville. CALENDAR OF EVENTS July 12-13 4-H Council Scholarship Fundraiser, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Fairgrounds. July 12-19 FAIR WEEK - Consult your fair book for scheduled events! July 17 Fair Board Meeting, 1:30 p.m., Expo Center. July 19 Youth Fair Awards Celebration, 12:30 p.m., Variety Tent. July 21-25 Dairy Days, MSU Campus. Starlite Kitchens & Baths Visit website for Online Coupon! www.StarliteKitchens.com/promotion Cabinetry for nearly all budgets! Free house call & estimate! 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Main St. Nashville email: stepntime@hotmail.com Kimberly Rodriquez, Owner & Director �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, July 12, 2008 — Page 4 From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Nashville is no Tijuana compare us to them. To the editor: What I find strange is why I was present at the Nashville Downtown he would buy a business here Development Authority in a town he thinks so little of meeting Thursday night and but then again he is up on was very offended by a “the hill” looking down on remark Dean Monroe of us. Furthermore, I feel he Mulberry Gardens made. He said downtown Nashville owes the council, downtown Nashville and the people of looked like Tijuana, Mexico. I have had a business in Nashville an apology for Nashville for over 25 years making such a statement. I and think we have a very nice don’t know about anyone little community with pretty else but certainly I do not want him to represent my nice people. Like all little communities, business on the DDA or any it could use a little help. other board. Judy Quantrell Obviously Dean has not been Nashville business owner to Tijuana or he would hot Cea, NtvHedtf 'TfamdtM Stack “ Dint Phu} Just north of MooVille ... 5715 South M-66 • 517-852-1864 Watch for our 1 year Anniversary -1 Day Sale Sat., July 19th! SUMMER SALE!!! 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Website - www.barrysheriff.com i www.sheriffdar.com 0 Paidfor by the People to Re-elect Our SheriffDar Leaf. fS 224 Fuller Street, Nashville, Ml 49073 Nominations sought for “Senior Citizen of the Year Hastings City Bank and the Barry County Commission on Aging are sponsoring the 10th annual “Senior Citizen of the Year” award and are seeking nomi­ nations from the public. This award highlights the contributions made by older adults to civic and social life in the county. It focuses on the positive benefits of remaining active while growing older. The person selected as “Senior Citizen of the Year” is also invited to ride as an honored guest in the annual Hastings Summerfest parade in August. The award will be presented at the County Commission on Aging’s Summer Picnic, to be held Aug. 14 at the COA building and WBCH Radio, all in in Hastings. Nominees for Barry Hastings. “The Commission on County’s “Senior Citizen of the Year” award should be Aging honors older adults age 60 or older and residents every year through its Recognition of Barry County. Volunteer said COA Consideration should be Program,” Tammy given to the contribution Director each nominee has made to Pennington. “This award the county community. offers a special chance for Examples could include the the community to single out types of activities the nomi­ that one special older person nee has been involved in, and present a token of their how his/her involvement has admiration and appreciation. benefited the community, There are other community and the number of people awards given annually, but who have been affected by this is the oldest award that those contributions. specifically highlights the Nominations can be from achievements and talents of our older citizens. individuals or groups. “We are especially proud Nomination forms for the “Senior Citizen of the Year” to once again have Hastings award are available at the City Bank as our partner in Commission on Aging giving this year’s award,” office, Hastings City Bank, states Pennington. “They have been generously co­ sponsoring this award since 2000. Many of our senior cit­ izens have been banking with Hastings City Bank for decades. They’re a trusted member of the community.” Past winners of the “Senior Citizen of the Year” award have included Kensinger Jones, Florence Marble, Joyce Weinbrecht, Don Reid, Nyla Nye, Ruth Newton, Russ Nash, Earl McMullin, Mabel Boyion and last year’s winners, Russ and Jean Hammond. Nominations should be sent to the Commission on Aging, 320 West Woodlawn Ave., Hastings, Mich. 49058. All nominations must be received no later than 5 p.m. Friday, Aug. 1. Former resident publishes civil war family memoir by Patricia Johns Staff Writer On Thursday, July 17, from 3 to 9 p.m., friends of Richard “Dick” Hamilton can stop by the Middleville United Methodist Church to reminisce and have copies of his book, Oh, Hast Thou Forgotten signed. Hamilton and his wife, Ruth Ann, are excited about being back in the area. Although they now reside in Arizona, both grew up in Nashville. Hamilton worked as an engineer for General Motors, and after retiring in 1988, he went on to be the director of technology at Ferris State University. He and his family lived in Middleville for 30 years on the old Bender Farm on West Main Street. He became fas­ cinated with the life of his ancestor, George Thomas Patten following trips with his mother to visit the burial site of the Patten family. Following more than 35 years of research on Patten’s service with the 6th Calvary Regiment under Maj. Gen. George Custer during the American Civil War, Hamilton was able to piece together a story that com­ bines family tales and mili­ tary history. He recently returned from a tour of Gettysburg, Pa., during the 145th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg commemorative events. Oh, Hast Thou Forgotten has been described as a story within a story. One tale is that ofthe events before, dur­ ing and after the Gettysburg campaign. The other is a per­ sonalized account of his ancestor who served as a cavalryman under Custer. Michael Blake, the author of Dances with Wolves, describes the book, as “hav­ ing a uniqueness that is rare. As a nonfiction novel, its blend of reality and heartfelt fiction is distinctly uncom­ mon.” The book begins in the summer of 1862 in Kent County and ends in July 1863 in Gettysburg. As told by Hamilton, Patten is a young husband and father, wrestling with his conscience over what his role should be in defending the Union. In the book, Patten enlists over the objections of his father. He learns ofthe death of his wife while on guard outside the Capitol building in Washington, D.C. Patten’s regiment is dis­ patched to Gettysburg where Patten dies at the Battle of Falling Waters, paying the ultimate price for liberty. The book is available through Amazon.com and BookSurge.com. A portion of the proceeds from the book sales will be donated to the. Middleville United Methodist Church. “We think this is an excit­ ing opportunity for everyone to learn about our past as a nation. It will also be a good time for friends to recon­ nect,” said Lorraine Otto of Middleville. The book signing is from 3 to 9 p.m. at the Middleville United Methodist Church on Main Street. Due to construction, drivers need to follow detour signs to the parking lot of the church. THE Chiropractic Can Help... Neck and back pain, headaches, numbness and more! Nashville Chiropracfic Center ntenna Men Mike Heinze and Derek Willett Home Town Owned and Operated 517-646-0439 antennamen@gmail.com www.theantennamen.com ’OutdoorAntennas •Towers • Rotors • Digital TVSolutions Winegard TVAntennas • Channel Master • Digital Converters • Antenna Accessories • Custom Installation Insured • Guaranteed *40 Years Experience 226 N. Main • Nashville 517-852-1757 Full-Service Hair, Nail & Tanning Salon Dr. Mike Callton, D.C. 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Daniels *Famil* Owner/Manager V VETERINARY SERVICE Lake Odessa • 616-374-7689 lakewoodvetservice.com �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, July 12,2008 — Page 5 Chester Gospel celebrates 60 years of worship by Amy Jo Parish For the past 60 years, Chester Gospel Church on Vermontville Highway has been the place of worship for countless families in the area. On June 29, the church celebrated its anniversary by reflecting on its history and exploring the future. "God has been good to us in this church," Pastor Marc Livingston told the congre­ gation. "I have no doubt He will continue to be good until Christ comes back." Opening some of the orig­ inal log books of the church, Livingston told the current congregation the first fuel oil bill for the church totaled a mere $16.22 for 105 gallons. The day was a celebration ofdays gone by and those yet to come, with visits from previous pastors of the church and special presenta­ tions from current members. Former Pastor Merritt Johnson led the morning service, and Pastor Larry Pike spoke during the special afternoon service. The church first opened its wooden doors June 20,1948,' and has stayed true to its mis­ sion of preaching “The Book, The Blood and the Blessed Hope,” remarked Livingston. Rep. Tim Wahlberg’s District Director Ryan Boeskool was on hand dur­ ing the morning service to present a special certificate to the congregation. Wahlberg took time while on the floor of the Michigan State Senate to recognize Chester Gospel Church’s anniversary. That recogni­ tion will now be forever housed in the Library of Congress along with the minutes from that day’s ses­ sion. Members of the church Tim Wahlberg’s district director, Ryan Boeskool presented several members of the Driveway, Private Road Grading, accepted the certificate on church with a special certificate commemorating the church’s anniversary. Liquid Dust Control, Lawn behalf of the entire congre­ gation. Installation and Restoration. The day also included a Driveway and Landscape potluck dinner and fellow­ between services. Material, General Bob Cat Work shipWith an invitation to attend the 75th anniversary of the church in 2023, Livingston closed the morn­ ing service giving thanks to God for six decades of wor­ Jg_ennock Hospital is pleased to announce the addition of a new board eligible family ship and commitment to con­ practitioner, Anita Asadorian, D.O., to its high-caliber staff at Nashville Family Medi­ tinue His work until He cine. Dr. Asadorian will begin practicing on July 7, and she is taking new patients. returns. Dr. Asadorian received her medical degree from Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in Kirksville, MO, and completed a three-year family practice residency The ONLY Candidate at Genesys Regional Medical Center in Grand Blanc, MI. with Hands-on Experience Driveway Washed Out? I L. Continuing to Grow in Family Practice Call: Hamilton Lawn Prep, LLC P 269-838-5964 or 269-948-2495 DEBBIE SMITH Your Barry County Clerk Dr. Asadorian’s philosophy on patient care is to treat the whole person, not just the symptom. “The relationship between a patient and myselfdepends on open, respectful communication and cooperation - empowering patients to take charge of their own health is very satisfying. ” YOUR COUNTY CLERKfor 9 years Elected twice as YOUR COUNTY CLERK 27 years HANDS ON EXPERIENCE Supported by entire stafffor re-election in 2008 With the addition ofphysicians like Dr. Asadorian to our Pennock Medical Staff, we are confident that you and your family have the option to receive the best medi­ cal care possible. Saving Taxpayers approximately $50,000 per year by designing and programming ballots and voting equipment rather than paying a vendor MostInsurances Accepted For more information or to schedule an appointment with Dr. Asadorian, please call (517) 852-2133 It is my belief, from my past 8 years as Hope Township Clerk, that Debbie Smith is the best qualified candidate for Barry County Clerk with her knowledge, integrity, experience, qualifi­ cation and ability to handle the individual needs of 16 Townships along with her other County Clerk duties. Linda Eddy-Hough nwniappteTou<n^^ Debbie Smith has the experience, knowledge, and the dedication to keep the Barry County Clerk's office one ofthe best in West Michigan. Loma Wilson, Castleton Township Clerk can-do ‘ form tthe khe ele electio lcdtion duties H eXyperi‘ ence,, knowledee ^ H eXperi' de«ai ailareunequa|e^d a««tion or Your Best Selection at the AUGUST STH ELECTION Debbie Smith Paidfor by the Committee to Re-Elect Your County Clerk Debbie Smith, 7401 E. Barnum Rd., Woodland, MI 48897 06674034 .. Another Reason to ChoosePennock SjfOC/t HEALTH Anita Asadorian, D.O. Family Practitioner HEALTH SERVICES top TTospTtals Jftdiojud 06674720 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, July 12, 2008 — Page 6 Maple Valley CLASSIFIEDS CALL... The Maple Valley News (269) 945-9554 Farm Pets For Sale E.A.R.T.H. = EDUCATED ANIMAL Rescue and Teen Haven is in urgent need of HAY DONATIONS. We will come pick it up, deem out your bam of old hay (Any type of hay that isn't moldy). E.A.R.T.H. 501(c)3 is a non-profit organization. All donations are tax deduc­ tible. PLEASE CALL (269)962-2015 6 WEEK OLD Yellow Lab pups, $ioo, (269)367-4285. 2003 HARLEY V-ROD: NEW CUSTOM PAINT, RIMS, PIPES, BRAKES. LOWERED 1", LOTS OF CHROME. THIS IS AN EYE CATCHING BIKE! MUST SEE!!!! $11,700. (616)893-6681 Community Notices CLASS REUNION THE CLASS OF 1954 NASHVILLE HIGH REUNION WILL BE HELD AT GOOD TIME PIZZA AT 5PM. COME JOIN THE FUN! 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. Richard Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 8„ 10076 0076 NASHVILLE N HWY. VERMONTVILLE I Real Estate HOUSE FOR SALE by own­ er: New carpet, roof and hardwood floors. This 2-bedroom house has been com­ pletely remodeled and has a large double lot with a large shade tree and room for a garden, $55,000. Call 616­ 481-5571. OPEN HOUSE: Saturday 7/12 llam-2pm sharp. Two story Colonial over 2,000 fin­ ished square ft. Built in '97, walkout. Only $154,900. Must see!! 320 W. Casgrove, Nashville. Coldwell Banker HB Carmen Friddle (517)202-0687 SHOP EQUIPMENT: en­ gine hoist 3 Ton capacity $125; engine stand 7501b ca­ pacity $40; transmission stand $25; All three $150. Can be seen at 667 N. Ionia Rd., Vermontville 112mi. north of M-79 Help Wanted AQUATIC PLANTS: Our Lotus & Water Lilies are ready! Also Koi & Goldfish, pumps, filters & pond sup­ plies. Apol's Landscaping Company, 9340 Kalamazoo, Caledonia MI. (616)698-1030 M-F 9:00-5:30, Sat 9:00-2:00. DRIVERS WANTED: Valid CDL-A & owner operates. Responsible with good work ethics, can pass drug test, references required. Call (269)945-4300. POSTAL JOBS $17.89$28.27/HR,now hiring. For application & free governmentjob info, call American Assoc, of Labor 1913-599-8226.24/hrs. em­ ployment services. 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 U 0 0 0 3 3 lZ n R R A Q Q IO NOTICE CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD OF REVIEW The July 2008 Board of Review will meet on Tuesday, July 22,2008 at 9:00 AM. to correct clerical errors, approve Principal Residence Exemptions not timely filed and take any other action allowed by statute. Justin W. Cooley, Supervisor Thornapple MANOR 2700 Nashville Road Hastings, MI 49058 NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. EOE 1996 LUND REBEL 16', 25 horse Evinrude Shorelander roller trailer. Live well, rod storage, locking storage compartment, 4,000 watt Garmin 240 fish finder, 3 seats, MinnKota 765 MXT bow mount power drive trolling motor with bracket and 2 year old battery. An­ chormate with anchor, spare tire carrier with spare, new tires on trailer 2 years ago, cover. Used 3 weeks last 7 years. Always stored inside, some scratches; excellent fishing boat, big lake or small, $5,200 will consider aU offers. (269)948-7921 CABINETRY STARLITE KITCHENS serves all of your cabinetry needs. Jennifer Neeb works within your budget and offers free house calls and estimates. Show­ room located inside Thomp­ son Interiors in Lake Odessa. Call (616)889-1340 or visit StarliteKitchens.com / pro­ motion for an online cou­ pon! NEW CUSTOM PAINT, RIMS, PIPES, BRAKES. LOWERED 1", LOTS OF CHROME. THIS IS AN EYE CATCHING BIKE! MUST SEE!!!! $13,000. (616)893-6681 For Rent Automotive 1983 OLDSMOBILE CUT­ LASS SUPREME: 4 door, only 16,500mi. Perfect to build a low rider. $4,000 Can be seen at 667 N. Ionia Rd., Vermontville l/2mi. North ofM-79 Lost & Found LOST DOG: Last seen July 4th., Vermontville area. Old­ er male Poodle mix, dark grey with white chest & paws. Recently trimmed short with fluffy ears & tail. Over weight with crooked front leg. Please call (269)838-4570 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. FRAMES AND CUSTOM matte cutting. By appoint­ ment only. Call Picture This Photography. (269)948-4669 Pennock Health Services is committed to providing women with the highest quality of care anywhere. That’s why we are pleased to announce the expansion of our services to include Lorad® Selenia™ full field digital mammography the most advanced mammographic imaging technology available for the early detection ofbreast cancer. For information or to schedule an appointment for your annual mammogram, please call 269-948-3108. Also, coming soon... mammography at State Street Center, 1108 W. State St., Hastings Pennock HEALTH ^SERVICES 1009 W. Green Street Hastings www.pennockhealth.com 06674730 LEGAL HOTICE 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: Juanita J Gingrich and Charles S Gingrich, Husband and Wife to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., solely as nominee for Access Mortgage and Financial Corporation, Mortgagee, dated September 7, 2005 and recorded December 15,2005 in Instrument # 1157729 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mort­ gage was subsequently assigned to: HSBC Mortgage Services Inc, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety-Three Thousand Four Hundred Fifty Two Dollars and Fourteen Cents ($193,452.14) including interest 10.75% 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, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on August 14,2008. Said premis­ es are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South one half of Lots 1173 and 1174 of the City, Formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof. Commonly known as 828 S Church Street, Hastings Ml 49058 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later. Dated: JULY 9, 2008 HSBC Mortgage Services Inc, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 08-95387 ASAP# 2817876 07/12/2008, 07/19/2008, 07/26/2008, 08/02/2008 06674931 THE TRAFFIC SCENE‘S A Name That You Can Trust Located at the Intersection of M-43 & M-50 Driver Education for students 14 years, 8 months or older Payment Plans available SEGMENT I CLASS SEGMENT II CLASS August 4-21 Aug. 26-28 Come bring a friend and find out that learning to drive can be fun! To obtain a registration, call (517) 566-7229 Instructors Phil Sm'"i"th ' Den"n 'ry /A-'Lc.AkceyrisoLo/fn i e&x iRwonily tKxriauuss ROADS, continued from page 3 —— pie interested in adopting a section of highway are encouraged to contact MDOT, or visit www.michigan.gov/adoptahighway for more details. To adopt a sec­ tion of highway, or discuss possibilities, interested groups should contact their local MDOT coordinator (names and phone numbers are listed on the Web site). The final 2008 pickup is scheduled for Sept. 13 to 21. LEGAL HOTICE 2003 HARLEY V-ROb: NASHVILLE: nice 1 & 2 bedroom upstairs apart­ ments ' for rent. References required. (517)852-0852 06674644 Thornapple Manor has a full-time position open on our 3rd shift (10:00pm - 6:30am) for an RN or LPN.. We offer excellent wages, g, benefits, and working conditions. Applications can be completed Monday through Friday 8:00am 4:30pm in our business office. Business Services Lawn & Garden Garage Sale DO YOU WANT QUALITY PRINTING at affordable NASHVILLE CARPORT prices? Call J-Ad Graphics at SALE: 811 Greggs St, Fri. & (269)945-9554. Sat. July 18 & 19, 9am-5pm. Collector items, Boyd's PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: Bears, dolls, glass dishes, All real estate advertising in this news­ men's shirts size 3X, wom­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act en's clothing, paperback and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which books, coats, toys & other collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimina­ various items. EQUAL HO tMO OPPORTUNITY I FRAMES AND CUSTOM matte cutting. By appoint­ ment only. Call Picture This Photography. (269)948-4669 Recreation I I 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: Patricia Cook and Jeff Cook, Wife and Husband to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., solely as nominee for Intervale Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated February 10, 2006 and recorded February 17, 2006 in Instrument # 1160289 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was subsequently, assigned to: HSBC Mortgage Services Inc, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-Five Thousand Seven Hundred Fifty-Nine Dollars and Forty-One Cents ($155,759.41) including interest 8.54% 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 ven­ due, Circuit Court of Barry County 'at 1:00PM on July 31, 2008. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Northeast one quarter of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, described as, beginning at a point on the North line of said Section 34, dis­ tant South 89 degrees 39 min­ utes 12 seconds East 149.35 feet from the North one quarter post of said section, thence South 260.69 feet, thence South 89 degrees 47 minutes 28 seconds East 150 feet, thence North 260.33 feet to said North section line, thence North 89 degrees 39 minutes 12 seconds West 150 feet to the place of beginning, excepting that part conveyed to the Michigan Sate Highway Department in Liber 288 of deeds on page 445. Also, a parcel of land in the Northeast one quarter of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 8 West described as, beginning at a point on the North line of said Section 34, distant South 89 degrees 39 minutes 12 seconds East 149.34 feet from the North one quarter post of said Section, thence South 260.69 feet for place of beginning, thence South 89 degrees 47 min­ utes 28 seconds East 150 feet, thence South 50 feet, thence North 89 degrees 39 minutes 12 seconds West 150 feet, thence North to beginning. Commonly known as 2520 E M-79 Hwy, Hastings Ml 49058 The redemp­ tion period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accor­ dance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later. Dated: JUNE 24, 2008 HSBC Mortgage Services Inc, Assighee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 08-94814 ASAP# 2804228 06/28/2008, 07/12/2008, 07/05/2008, 07/19/2008 06674023 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, July 12,2008 — Page 7 In My Own Commission on Aging Schedule of Events Write by Sandra p Ponsetto । Looking on the bright side IJStJSJS *h hUpp - ^h?*1 h?1 * aiSfe >*;*& *;*& 3&J1**? *?* ’’■'v 'iv&'811*'^ 3J ■& *•8 ■’ Wj * I wJd* Jd* d* i ,v** ’•« "Watte^tw ftS* *’»««* tt# **t|#ktih| tKjg ?^t®S!jia Esse an ill# ? E(u te^lffllllljj ik« ®SpBsk( Bgi itaati&ta r5W ‘zi.wta I„B,_1 7tW»?W Z8Lr-r.g1=U:fcUjr.a .. ’ I^Hfilpllt 48 Wif’srariii b'IhsMH ’f 011 jiarstW ■ *saufcMi ii®- 8ei'«!®! «!< E3^i Jj-Etlt*® |VI> jtMtt!^ jgffrr gpi (ii^W j j C gjtXj'3*1 » * 'W 1 *» !* *W Ji>1 • ” !* ' «witt I have often been accused ofbeing a Pollyanna because in most situations, I can usu­ ally manage to find some­ thing good or at least some­ thing to laugh at — even if it’s myself. I recently spent two weeks of vacation at home recuper­ ating from surgery. It sounds like a drag, but it really was­ n’t. Normally I’ve avoided vacationing at home because I find myself doing an end­ less round of errands, chores, cleaning and home-improve­ ment projects instead of relaxing and doing some­ thing I enjoy. But this time it was different. I spent most mornings sitting on my deck, sipping iced tea and catching up on my reading. While I was sitting there, I noticed a lot of things I usu­ ally don’t have time to see or hear — the sound of the blue jays feeding their young in the nest they built in the maple tree that shades my deck, the sound of neighbor­ hood children playing, and my teenagers arguing... “Hey, you two, knock it off! The doctor said I’m not supposed to strain myself, and that includes yelling!” “Yes, Mom,” they said in an unison followed by unusually rapid acquies­ cence. Years from now, I’ll probably find out that they just went upstairs where I couldn’t hear them and pro­ ceeded to pound the snot out of each other; but, for now, I choose to believe that they obeyed my every command. I also noticed that the deck was in desperate need of scrubbing and repainting. “Oh well, I can’t do anything about it,” I thought and went back to reading. Sure, I could have nagged my husband to do it. But, since I was taking heavy doses of Motrin and couldn’t enjoy a margarita while I watched him do it, it just didn’t seem worth the effort. Ditto the dusting, vac­ uuming and laundry. So, I spent two weeks lolling about my uncharacteristical­ ly messy house and enjoying it. And, just when I was start­ ing to feel good enough to start resuming some of my usual chores, and maybe tackle some of those projects I couldn’t do while I was recu­ perating, it was time to go back to work. Convenient, huh? Of course, volunteering to serve as J-Ad’s “summer intern” filling in for vaca­ tioning coworkers and helping out with The Hastings Banner and The Reminder while Vermontville native Amy Jo Parish covered my usual beat in Maple Valley for the summer, provided its own challenges. Somehow I had forgotten that the intern always gets stuck with the jobs no one else wants. Wednesday morning I was out pounding the pavement iin downtown Hastings, trying to get people to answer a question for The Banner’s public opinion poll, a brutal assignment dreaded by even the most seasoned reporters (a person really has to like rejection in order to enjoy this assignment). After being rejected and rebuffed several times, I finally found a gentleman outside of Richie’s Coffee Shop who was willing to answer the question. When he finished he leaned over and added, “By the way, you’re fly is open.” Great. Just what I wanted to hear. “Well, that would explain why nobody wanted to talk to me this morning,” I said with a laugh as I blushed and beat a hasty retreat around the corner to fix the problem. Later, when I told my husband about my day he said, “Well at least you have something to laugh about.” You know, he’s right. I’ve always been a firin believer that it’s better to laugh than to cry, and if you laugh at yourself, then people are laughing with you and not at you. So, call me a Pollyanna, I’ll take it as a compliment. f-Jfe? fJf? PUBLIC NOTICE .NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Public Accuracy test for the Vermontville Township August 5, 2008 Primary Election has been sched­ uled for Monday, July 21,2008 at 1:00 p.m. at the Vermontville Township Fire Station, 125 W. First St., Vermontville, MI. jjJ <& The Public Accuracy Test will be conducted by Sharon Stewart, Vermontville Township Clerk, to demonstrate that the program and tabu­ lators that will be used to tabulate the ballots of the election have been prepared in accordance with the law. Sharon Stewart Vermontville Township Clerk hg g; h Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Hearty Menu Monday, July 14 Chicken Alfredo bowties, lima beans, diced beets, mixed fruit, jello. Tuesday, July 15 Goulash, Calif, blend veg­ gies, spiced apples, dinner roll. Wednesday, July 16 Chicken strips, flour tor­ tilla, com, onions and pep­ pers, sour cream, grape juice. Thursday, July 17 Turkey ala king, cooked, rice, augratin potatoes w/cheddar cheese, mixed vegetables, applesauce. Friday, July 18 Taco bake, flour tortilla, com, stewed tomatoes, banana. Cold Menu Monday, July 14 Meatloaf, wheat bread, com and tomato salad, spiced apples. Tuesday, July 15 Turkey & Swiss cheese, wheat bread, cucumber salad, pineapple mandarin. Seafood pasta salad, mozzarella cheese, corn and tomato salad, applesauce. Wednesday, July 16 Seafood pasta salad, moz­ zarella cheese, corn and tomato salad, applesauce. Thursday, July 17 PB&J Lunch, wheat bread, broccoli raisin salad, spiced apples. Friday, July 18 Hard boiled eggs, wheat bread, garbanzo bean salad, Mandarin oranges. Activities Calendar Monday, July 14: Hastings - Music with Sam; Crafts 10:30 a.m.; Card Making 12:30 p.m. Delton Bingo. Mini Massage 11 a.m. H,W,N - Reminiscence. Tuesday, 15: July Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Bocce Ball 10:30 a.m.; Bible Study 12:30 p.m. GL Cards and Games 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 16: Hastings - Nails; Music with Sam; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m.; CAA Energy Education Blitz 1 p.m. Delton Reminiscence. Thursday, July 17: Hast­ ings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with the Lewis’; Caregiver’s Sup. 3:30 p.m.; Cancer Support 1 p.m. Delton - Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville TV Time. Friday, July 18: Hastings - Exercise 9 a.m.; Mixed Media Painting 9:30 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m.; Model Railroad 12 p.m. Woodland Visiting. Nashville - Feast. 06674550 Hansbarge Heating & Air Conditioning ■LICE-NSED INSURED «% «% J L JL A V Vermontville, Ml COLE HAIXISBARGER Owner RUUD Featuring Ruud Gas Furnaces and Air Conditioners. Full Line of Indoor Air Quality Products • FREE Estimates OPEN. 7 DAYSA WEEK 24 HOURS NASHVILLE EXPRESS 133 5. Main Nashville, Ml 517-852-0868 You’re In, You’re Out... You ■ r® ■H —^R lie Grocery Store Pricing with Party Store Convenience! �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, July 12,2008 — Page 8 Eaton County Fair wraps up week for local kids Blake Worden keeps his eye on baby chicks hatching at the petting zoo. FROST HEATING & COOLING QUALITY, VALUE & SERVICE • New Construction Designed and Installed • Boiler Service and Installation • Radiant Floor and Ceiling Installation • Duct Cleaning and Sanitizing HEATING & COOLING PRODUCTS • Complete Air Conditioning Service and Installation • Tankless Water Heater Sales and Service • 24 Hour Phone Service • Free Estimates § Serving Your Community for Over 40 Years Lake Odessa (616) 374-7595 06675019 jlfl /\ CjI g Nashville I IwfF\II IIbKEg I f (517)852-9565 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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Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 136-No. 29, July 19, 2008 Building endurance and friendship through Adventure Racing by Amy Jo Parish Not just a typical race, adventure racing incorpo­ rates biking, running, navi­ gation, endurance and a slew of other elements. Vermontville residents Bob Rulison and Travis Forell are taking to the course today in a 15-hour adventure race that will pit the duo against extreme conditions, other teams and most importantly, their own endurance. Though Rulison has been adventure racing for nine years, it will be Forell’s first adventure race, and both are looking forward to the dynamics of a new team on a course that is anything but predictable. Contestants learn the course the night before the race, lend­ ing an element of mystery to pre-race preparations. Among the items on their two-page gear list are a 24- inch bungee cord, lifejackets and duct tape. "We won’t know the majority of how those items will be applied until the race briefing," said Rulison. "It’s always a mystery. We won’t know what they’ll throw at us until the night before." The whistle will blow at 7:30 a.m. to start the more than 30 teams on their way. The races are set up with checkpoints that the teams must reach. The winner is determined by not only how many checkpoints they com­ plete but also how fast those milestones are reached. "Adventure racing has the element of navigation," said Rulison. "A good portion of the race we’ll run in relative wilderness. We have to get from point A to point B to point C with a map, compass and on our own skills." To prepare for the big race, the team has been biking and running together as well as conditioning on their own. "I’ve been doing a little bit of everything," said Forell. "Running, biking, hyper-fitness activities, polymeric body weight-type exercises to get my body ready for endurance." Both athletes have worked to incorporate their workouts into their every-day routines. Forell delivers pet sup­ plies and has used moving feed and aquariums as strength-building activities. For Rulison, feeding the animals and playing with the kids have become opportuni­ ties to exercise. "I have found that you can incorporate training into everything you do, especially out in the country," said Bob Rulison and Travis Forell will compete in a 15-hour adventure race today in Rulison. "With adventure racing, you just don’t know Wixom. The duo make up Team Grinders and will be up against more than 30 other teams in the grueling race that could incorporate anything from running, biking, See RACE page 5 canoeing or swimming. (Photo by Amy Jo Parish) ‘Bikin for Granny’ benefits medical care facility by Amy Jo Parish Benefits like this help with Despite uncertain weath­ equipment needs and build­ er, dozens of bikes showed ing improvements. It takes up last Saturday at doing fundraisers to help Roadrunner’s Bar in keep it going, said Vermontville to raise funds Hirneiss. for the Eaton County At the end of the day, Medical Care Facility. nearly $1,700 had been The event was the first raised for the facility, and motorcycle ride benefit Hirneiss is planning to hold held for the facility, and the event again next year, Roadrunner owner Kim Hirneiss said she was See BIKE, page 3 pleased with the results, despite a day that began Riders of all kinds took with thunder, lightning and part in a benefit that net­ heavy rains. "I think we had a very ted more than $1,700 for Eaton County good turnout for the weath­ the Medical Care Facility. er," said Hirneiss. "We had a (Photos by Millers great time with lots ofraffles and people were very gener­ Photographic Studio.) ous with what they bought." The day included a hog roast, live music and prizes, along with the highlight of the day — a motorcycle ride to the facility. "The run went really well. All of our stops were won­ derful, and the people that helped at each one did an awesome job. We stopped at the facility, and the folks absolutely loved it," said Hirneiss. More than 65 motorcy­ clists participated in the run which was also covered by WILX Channel 10. Hirneiss said benefit events such as Bikin for Granny day are crucial to the medical care facility. More than 65 motorcycles converged at Roadrunner’s Bar in Vermontville last "They are a non-countyfunded facility, so they Saturday to ride in support of the Eaton County Medical Care Facility. (Photos by have to pay for themselves.Millers Photographic Studio.) Eaton County field crops suffer extensive hail damage by George Silva and Phil Taylor Eaton County MSU Extension Eaton County crops were subjected to unprecedented hail damage July 2 and afterward, reports the Eaton County MSU Extension Office/ Most damage occurred along M-79 to the west of Charlotte and northward to Vermontville and west to Nashville. According to some farm­ ers, this is by far the worst hail damage they could ever remember in this county. The damage varied from field to field, and from crop to crop. There are small signs that some soybeans fields may recover from this damage. We have noticed that even when the soybean plant was stripped of all leaves, some axillary buds are showing some signs of recovery. Soybeans, in contrast to com, have many growing points along the stem and could regenerate new leaves. However, this is a small con­ solation because most of these fields may suffer from some yield reduction. For more information hail damage information to soy­ bean, visit www.extension.iastate.edu/n wcrops/hail_soybean.htm. The other factor was torren­ tial rain that caused flooding. This may expose soybeans to toot rot and white mold dis­ eases. Some farmers replanted soybeans immediately. According to MSU cam­ pus specialists, as of July 6, there was still time to replant and get some soybean yield. However, yields would be around 50 percent of earlier planted soybeans. Some cornfields where the stalks were not too damaged were also showing signs of recovery by putting out new See CROPS, page 2 In This Issue • Leadership class lessons extend beyond classroom • Teens invited to ‘rock out’ at Putnam Library • Backpack drive planned to aid local students • Reading bug infects Putnam Library • Mats, covers improve look of gym �Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday. July 19 2008 — Page 2 CROPS, continued from page 1 leaves. However, if hail caused extensive damage to stalks and killed the growing point, those plants will not survive and bear a crop. Some farmers have used fungicides on com to prevent stalk damage. Recent research publications how­ ever. do not completely sup­ port this practice. It may be that just foliar applications may not be effective because the spray needs to be direct­ ed at the stalks. It is too late to replant com for grain, and com planted this late for silage has lower feed value than earlier plant­ ed com. For more hail dam­ age information to com, visit w w w.ex tension, iastate. GOOD TIME PIZZA 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 edu/nwcrops/hail_com htm and www.uky edu'Ag/ComSoy/ com soy4_3 .htm. Some alternative crops to consider replanting in com fields include oats, sorghum/sudan grass (hay and pasture) and other cover crop species. A publication on summer erable damage to wheat heads. Considering the stage ofgrowth options are limited for wheat. This will be a good year to promote crop insurance to those who do not generally rely on crop insurance. Since all inputs, such as seed, fer­ tilizer, diesel fuel have soared in price, having the annual forage grasses for emergency crops is available in the Extension office. Summer annuals differ con­ siderably on recommended harvest method. Be sure of the market for forage crops before planting. Some wheat fields were completely destroyed by the hail while others had consid­ HOW TO BE HAPPIER Researchers in the burgeoning field ofPositive Psychology have begun studying simple activities which people can add to their daily lives in the hopes ofmaking them happier. It turns out, perhaps not surpris­ ing, that two ofthe activities that most increased peoples levels ofhap­ piness were 1) writing a letter ofgrati­ tude and then delivering it in person, and 2) writing down three things that went well eadi day and explain­ ing their causes, and doing this daily for a week Ofall the activities studied, the letter ofgratitude and personal deliver)' most increased immediate levels ofhappiness, while the exercise to reflect on three E1 good things that happened each E“" day did the most to increase long­ K,n term happiness. (This research was carried out by Martin Seligman and others, and was reported in the July-August edition of American Psychologist in the article “Positive Psychology Progress.”) at is really worth noting here is that much oftheir work validates what religious figures have been telling us for thousands of years: to be thankfill and express our gratitude to those around us. Recall too, how Saint Paul begins most of his Epistles with a note ofthanks. Come as you are but don't leave the same. Meet at Kalamo Twp. Hall 8960 Spore Ave. Vermontville, Ml 49096 Morning Service............... 1030 a.m. Evening Service: (Every 1 st & 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 UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Corner of Baseline 4 Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) 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 CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller SL, Nashville Sunday School ................ 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... P.M. Worship............. .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship ....................................... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St, Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG Wed. 5:30 p.m.................... Family Supper 6:00-7:15.............................. Pioneer Club Sun: 9:00........................ Sunday School 10: 00............................... Church Service 11: 00......................................... Fellowship 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 PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST 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. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 PASTOR KATHY SMITH . 517-726-0526 Combined Sunday morning worship with Vermontville UMC as follows: July 13 and 27, Aug. 10 and 24 at Vermontville July 6 and 20, Aug. 3,17 and 31 at Gresham Worship time: 9:30 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 HAPPY TRAILS... PASTOR LESTER OeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE THE GARDNERS: SHIRLEY AND RICHARD V ht> y A sMi Maple Valley pharmacyregular hours • Mon-Fri 9-6 • Sat 9-1 219 N. Main • Nashville 517.852.0845 - toll free 877.852.2601 • fax www.maplevalleyrK.com Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service............... 9:30 a. m. 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CHURCH Sunday Mass........................ 9:45 a.m. FATHER AL RUSSELL A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings 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 NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH && rm y Low-priced prescriptions, great coffee & relaxing massage. We'll help you feel better! 304 Phillips St, Nashville Sunday School 9:45a A.M. Service 11 a P.M. Service 7p Wed. Service ............................. 7 p.m. 202 It Main St., Nashville, MI 49075 Sun.-Thurs. 6 am-2 pm; Fri. & Sat. 6 am-8 pm 517-852-2500 KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Senrices........ 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages .. .1030 a.m. IV 0 LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE OUTREACH CENTER tanEON Cm $ We give thanks to God always for you all, constantly mentioning you in our prayers, remembering before our God and Father your work of faith and labor oflove and steadfastness ofhope in our Lord Jesus Christ R.S.V. 1 Thessalonians 1:2-3 ABUNDANT GRACE WORLD crop insured would at least cover the production costs. This damage illustrates the enormous risks associat­ ed with farming. Michigan farmers have faced similar disasters before but they have demonstrated enor­ mous resilience to stay in farming and look to the future. 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 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 . . .6:30 p.m. AWANA.................. 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Combined Sunday morning worship with Gresham UMC as follows: July 13 and 27, Aug. 10 and 24 at Vermontville July 6 and 20, Aug. 3,17 and 31 at Gresham Worship time: 9:30 a.m. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, July 19,2008 — Page 3 Leadership class lessons extend beyond classroom by Amy Jo Parish every aspect of the event. From homecoming to “The kids plan every health care, the leadership detail of homecoming, from class at Maple Valley High assemblies to lunch and half­ School seems to do it all. time activities, to the dance During the year, class vol­ and powder puff football unteers not only organized games,” said Acker. “It cre­ all homecoming events, they ates such a learning experi­ sponsored the annual high ence for them to put together school blood drive, spent such a big event. It teaches time with residents of them to work together, to be Thomapple Manor and many responsible, and teamwork other community activities. which is essential when try­ The class, led by high ing to do a big project.” school teacher Norma Jean Junior Tina Westendorp Acker, strives to teach stu­ said the class has not only dents how to not only helped her develop her own become leaders but also leadership skills, but she can helpers during various activ­ see the difference it has both ities. in and out of the classroom. For the students, all of “In my sports, I’ve noticed those lessons culminate dur­ when to take charge and help ing homecoming when they out and at work, too,” said are responsible for almost Westendorp. “In our class, Leadership students are busy year-round helping with community activities, including the annual Syrup Festival Parade. you could tell who wanted to be a leader and who wanted to help out. It was cool to see how different people took charge of activities.” While busy giving time and energy during the dozens of activities, Westendorp said the class teaches stu­ dents about themselves while helping others. “•I think because of leader­ ship class, you know when to give advice, and you know when to help out. You stand up for yourselfmore because it gives you confidence in a .way. You learn patience and you learn your strengths and weaknesses,” she added. Maple Valley High School junior Tina Westendorp helps out at Peas in a Pod Daycare as part of the lead­ ership class taught by Norma Jean Acker. 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Those not interested in playing are still welcome to watch, get to know the group members, and help in plan­ ning for future teen events at the library. Guitar Hero will continue at the library for two hours. Throw on a favorite concert T-shirt and stop by. Soon beginning its ninth year, the leadership class has continued to grow in com­ munity involvement and has expanded its goals to suit the needs ofthe school and com­ munities. “The class has evolved. When it started out, basically we were replacing student government. Each class still has their own officers but leadership runs the elections for the classes,” said Acker. “The leadership class is more representative of the students than 10 or 12 officers. There are 30 to 40 students each trimester, so you have a group that is totally represen­ tative of the student body.” For Acker, the greatest rewards are not found in the events but in the students themselves. She tells the story of former student Andrea Schamanski who presented Acker with her Miss Frontier Days plaque. Schamanski said that with- Class of 1978 BIKE, continued from page 1--regardless of the weather. "We plan on doing it every year. Everyone had a lot of fun," said Hirneiss. "The Pfgg 30® Saturday, UnBjnon nBjnon Ausust 2 Maple Valley Aboard the weather was not very cooper­ ative. Hopefully, the weather will be better next year." out the leadership class and the skills she learned there, she wouldn’t have entered the contest at all. “That has been the great­ est pleasure. I get the chance to see students develop and grow and realize their own potential,” said Acker. tl GPM-Midnight Michigan Princess Riverboat In Lansing For more information, go to: www.michiganprincess.com or 517-627-2154 Or Contact Chuck Reid at maplevalleyclass78@yahoo.com or 517-852-1701 Missing Classmates: Steve Burger Sue Carpenter Brenda Cushing Shelia Eaton Hal Ferguson Brad Hewitt Debbie Lyons Bobette Roberts Doug Rodriguez Harold Ruffner Phil Schlegel Becky Smith Karen Tebo Leann Whiteman Elaine Whitsecell 06675171 ABOUT LANTUS AND API DR A. WE’LL HELP YOU FIND ANSWERS. If you use the Lantus’ SoloSTAR or Apidra* SoloSTAR,’ you’re invited to a FREE training session. Date: July 23rd Time: 2:00pm Location: Maple Valley Pharmacy ‘In this session, a certified educator from the sanofi-aventis H.E.L.P. Team will give you hands-on instructions for using the Lantus’* SoloSTAR" pen and Apidra* SoloSTAR* pen. 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Therefore, it is likely that population increases would be seen in some of the areas previously infested,” explained Barnard. “However, male gypsy moths can travel up to If residents wish to two miles to find a mate, so it reduce caterpillar pop­ is easy for the infestation to ulations, regular dish spread extensively over a soap mixed with water season. is just as effective as “One thing to note is that pesticide, and much the gypsy moth — even less expensive or though it will eat other trees harmful to other crea­ and shrubs — favors the oak. tures. It is most likely that popula­ tion explosions would be Joanne Barnard, seen in areas that are rich in Barry Conservation oak forest, such as the state District game areas and some of the large private forest plots around Barry County.” and leaves. The reason the state “Right now, we've had undertook a supression pro­ calls from Hastings, gram last time was not for Nashville, Orangeville and tree health, but for residen­ Middleville,” said Joanne tial nuisance abatement, said Barnard, executive director Barnard of the Barry Conservation “In fact, the last program District. “Don Boysen of targeted only residential Thornapple Township has areas and would not finanalso begun compiling a list of local calls he's received. Right now, I think we're see­ ing the beginning of a popu­ lation boom — not yet to the extent it was when the pro- Residents throughout Barry County arc reporting the presence of gypsy moth caterpillars in trees around their homes this summer. Gypsy moth, an invasive species that feeds on oak and other tree leaves in its cater­ pillar stage, caused a great deal of damage to Barry County’s trees between 1997 and 2001. During their adult caterpil­ lar stage, gypsy moths are also a residential nuisance, climbing decks, siding and outdoor furniture, and litter­ ing outdoor areas with grass Chiropractic Can Help... Neck and back pain, headaches, numbness and more! Nashville Chiropractic Center cially support spraying eater. It alone doesn't kill woodlots. Some of the rea­ trees; healthy trees will sons that the residential lake rebound later in the season or areas were targets of the last next season,” said Barnard. program is that they general­ “What it can do, over time, is ly have forest borders and, to weaken the tree so that it more importantly, they are becomes susceptible to tree heavily populated, meaning diseases.” At the late adult stage of more people were being affected by the nuisance,” caterpillar development, pes­ ticides and other chemical she added. Gypsy moth caterpillars treatments have little effect, emerge from velvety, buff said Barnard. If residents wish to reduce caterpillar egg masses in early April. For the next three months, populations, regular dish the caterpillars feed daily on soap mixed with water is just oak tree foliage then travel as effective as pesticide, and back down the tree’s trunk at much less expensive or night As they grow in size, harmful to other creatures. they become more noticeable Based on observed cycles, adult caterpillars — and more of a nuisance, most should be expected to pupate said Barnard. When trees become over­ by mid-July. “Some of the key areas hit This penny shows the relatives size of the velvety, buffcrowded, caterpillars may leave the oaks and target the last time were Hastings, colored egg sac of the gypsy moth caterpillar. Algonquin leaves of other hardwoods or Middleville, even, shrubs to feed their Lake, Gun Lake, much of and contact information to be found hanging upside­ Springs and the Barry Conservation down on tree trunks or other voracious appetites. By late Yankee June or early July, the full­ Orangeville — all around the District office at 269-948­ objects and will appear ext. 3, or shriveled and dry. sized caterpillars begin to state game area — and Irving 8056 Nucleopolyhedrosis virus, enter their pupal stage. Township,” said Barnard. joanne.barnard@mi.nacdor NPV, is a naturally occur­ Pupae are encased in dark “There was quite a large net.net. If egg masses appear on ring virus borne in soils and brown shells and can be infestation in the game areas, found on tree trunks or other but they were not under the any portable objects around is spread through the gypsy nearby objects. Adult moths jurisdiction of the residential the home, the nodules should moth population as it is be destroyed immediately to ingested. It is not harmful to will begin to emerge from spray program.” The statewide gypsy moth prevent the spread of infesta­ humans, animals or other these cases in late July to early August. They are short­ suppression program, which tion. If egg masses are found insect species. Caterpillars lived, and the female moth was active until 2005, has on trees and buildings, resi­ that succumb to NPV are remains where she emerges gone unfunded in the past dents are asked to leave them often found hanging in an alone until after Feb. 1, upside-down "V" position. until mating and egg-laying few years, she added. are complete. Both sexes die However, reports of infesta­ 2009, so that they can be Reporting such gypsy moth caterpillar deaths will help tions around the state this included in the survey. within about a month. Another way residents can researchers understand “The gypsy moth caterpil­ summer have prompted lar is a defoliator leaf MDA staff to begin the help is to report any sight­ which population areas are process of reactivating the ings of dead caterpillars that already being affected by program, she said. The first may have been killed by fun­ these naturally occurring dis­ eases. step in the process is for gal or viral diseases. This data is used to predict local communities to docu­ Entomophaga maimaiga is a ment the extent of the infes­ fungus found among gypsy the possibility of an "epizoot­ tation through egg mass sur­ moth populations. The fun­ ic" — a widespread reproduc­ veys in September. gus will kill a caterpillar and tion of one or both of these Residents who have been then emerge as spores from diseases which can naturally plagued by gypsy moth this the carcass to spread control the gypsy moth out­ summer can help by calling amongst others. Caterpillars break. or e-mailing their address infected with this fungus will Backpack drive planned to aid local students Dr. Mike Callton, D.C. Michigan Slate University Notional College of Chiropractic If you have questions or would like to make an appointment call: 517-852-2070 We are a Blue Cross, Medicare and Medicaid provider Most insurances accepted Gypsy moth catepillars can leave huge trees bare after eat­ ing through the foliage. They favor oak trees, but will eat the leaves of other species. by Amy Jo Parish Helping every child in need start the school year with the necessary supplies is a lofty goal. Pastor Cathy Christman of the Nashville United Methodist Church, is ready for the challenge. For the third year, the church, along with the Center of Hope and Eaton Federal Savings Bank, will collect school supplies to be given to local children. From pencils to paper and backpacks, the drive is intended help local students start offthe school year with­ out worrying about having the right supplies. "I think it helps and gives them a sense of confidence to start the new year," said Christman. "It also gives the kids who help stuffthe back­ packs a chance to serve and Nashville Class of 1954 to hold reunion The Nashville High School Class of 1954 will hold a class reunion at 5 p.m. Saturday, July 26, at Good Time Pizza, 501 N. Main St, Nashville. There is no need to RSVP. lets them know that someone cares about them." Last year, the drive was able to provide 40 complete backpacks to students and supplies to 35 more students. This year Christman is starting the effort earlier, hoping to collect enough supplies to provide every student who signs up with a backpack full of school items. The number of children who signed up for the pro­ gram surprised Christman when she organized the cam­ paign last year. "I was absolutely aston­ ished at how many signed up. Poverty is not discrimi­ natory. It hits everyone from the children to the elderly, and for children one way to impact that is through school," said Christman. £iow in her second year as pastor at NUMC, it was a call from a parent who helped start the ball rolling and keep the program alive. Anyone wishing to donate supplies can drop them off at the Center of Hope during regular business hours, at NUMC or at a drop box located in the Eaton Federal Savings Bank in Nashville. Students can register for the program on Tuesday mornings at the center when the food pantry is open. For more information on the drive, contact NUMC at 269-852-2043 or e-mail the Center of Hope at mvccoh@live.com. Whomever is placing photos in Consumer Energy vehicles, please stop and return origi­ nals. Your actions are being blamed on the wrong person. 06675250 * �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, July 19,2008 — Page 5 Reading bug infects Putnam Library Monday mornings, Putnam Library in Nashville is the place to be for young people who have caught the reading bug. Each Monday at 11 a.m., library staff and volunteers are sharing insect-related stories and activities. Each week a different bug is fea­ tured. This week's highlight will be the creation of balloon art under the guidance of local balloon artist Susan Kopka. Kopka and her daughters Lauren, Jenna, and Emily will teach attendees how to create a bumble bee out of balloons. All young people are wel­ come; however, parents should be aware that balloon art is typically for ages 6 and up. Parents who choose to help their youngsters create a bee must be sure balloons are never placed in or near a child's mouth. Other activi­ ties will be available for those choosing not to create a balloon bee. Summer reading program participants should note that the program ends Saturday, Aug. 9. Readers should con­ tinue reading toward their goals and be sure to collect their prizes by this end date. The summer wrap-up will be a community-wide event on Tuesday, Aug. 12 at 7 p.m. “Drummunity!” is a hands-on event for all ages, and the staff hopes to see the library lawn filled for this special evening. Putnam District Library serves the village of Nashville and the townships of Assyria, Castleton and Maple Grove. Visitors are always welcome. The local history room will be open to the public this Tuesday from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Regular library hours are Monday and Wednesday 10 to 6; Tuesday 3 to 8; Friday 10 to 5; and Saturday 9 to 12. Visit the library's blog at www.putnamlibrary.blogspo t.com for updated informa­ tion. These young ladies show off teh edible bugs they made at a recent summer read­ ing program at Putnam Library. RACE, continued from Mats, covers improve look of high school gym ex“Vt^aS Engagements what to expect. You might have to walk for a day." Just five months ago, the two were strangers. Now they are prepared to spend 15 gru­ eling hours together, testing both their own strength and their relationship. The Forell family moved next door to the Rulisons and it wasn’t long after that the two discovered they had a common interest, and Team Grinders was formed. "Its been a great blessing since they moved out here in 2000," said Rulison. "With the Auten family behind us and the Forells beside us, it’s becoming a great little coun­ try neighborhood." "Its been amazing to me," agreed Forell. "I was nervous about moving here away from family but they’ve turned out to be great neighbors." Throughout the grueling 15 hours, the team will have to use all their reserve strength to pull through. For Forell, that means drawing strength from his family and the example set by his grand­ father. "A lot of my drive comes from my grandfather and father and how they worked so hard. My grandfather has been a great influence on me, he worked so hard and loved his family," said Forell. "When I was running the half marathon and started to get tired, I would think of Grandpa working in the fields. Grandma would take his lunch out to him, he would eat it and go right back to work. I guess I draw from that. I’ve always wanted to be the one that if you knock me down 10 times I’ll get up the 11th time." Though the day is sure to take its toll on each of the team members, Rulison said the benefits far outweigh the aches and pains that follow. "For anybody who is interested in adventure rac­ ing, I would highly recom­ mend it," said Rulison. "Get on the Web and do research and do one of these races. I think I competed in three races before finishing one, and it doesn’t take away from the experience of it." For more information about the race or to check on Team Grinders’ progress, visit www.smacworld.com. r^ie ONIN Candidate with Hands-on Experience DEBBIE SMITH Your Barry County Clerk YOUR COUNTY CLERK for 9 years Elected twice as YOUR COUNTY CLERK This wall mat protects athletes and shows the school mascot. During the 2007-08 school year, the Maple Valley Athletic Boosters replaced wall mats in the main high school gym and purchased bleacher covers for both gyms. Not only do these improve the look of the gyms with 27 years HANDS ON EXPERIENCE Supported by entire stafffor re-election in 2008 Winters-Rumsey The parents of David A. Rumsey and Leslie A. See MATS, next page Winters would like to announce their engagement. David is a 2002 graduate of Maple Valley High School THE and is employed at MC Auto in Vermontville. Leslie is a graduate of Bellevue High School and is Mike Heinze and Derek Willett employed at Wal-mart in Home Town Owned and Operated • Digital tvSolutions Charlotte. -Winegard TVAntennas The couple will exchange 3l/*04-0-"-U 4O1 7 -Channel Master vows July 26, 2008 at • Digital Converters antennamen@ag.mail..com -Antenna Accessories Bellevue Methodist Church. www.theantennamen.com -custom installation The couple resides in 8 • Insured • Guaranteed *40 Years Experience Bellevue. Men *2^“ Saving Taxpayers approximately $50,000 per year by designing and programming ballots and voting equipment rather than paying a vendor It is my belief, from my past 8 years as Hope Township Clerk, that Debbie Smith is the best qualified candidate for Barry County Clerk with her knowledge, integrity, experience, qualifi­ cation and ability to handle the individual needs of 16 Townships along with her other County Clerk duties. Linda Eddy-Hough Debbie h“b^a^°n °n Officials easSrsampmeidnU thie ballots ano gtora mmomdienmg trheesubiltasllots lano“ ^VlietsOT ■niomappl eTownshipCW Debbie Smith has the experience, knowledge, and the dedication to keep the Barry County Clerk's office one of the best in West Michigan. Loma Wilson, Castleton Township Clerk ^conr and supports localX^TUra8es ’ form “ the t he election ele c tion duties H “Per’ en“. knowledge and H r “Peri­ ld k detail are unequaled AUG.oUorrSYour ouTr Best 5esTtSelection eectEonLaat H EttC the eTION Re-Elect Your County Clerk Debbie Smith Paid for by the Committee to Re-Elect Your County Clerk Debbie Smith, 7401 E. Barnum Rd., Woodland, MI 48897 06674034 to �Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, July 19, 2008 — Page 6 Hayes Green Beach welcomes new ob-gyn doctors Hayes Green Beach Hospital in Charlotte has welcomed three new doctors of obstetrics and gynecolo­ gy: Grace A. Gibbs. DO; Sandra K. Russell, DO; and Robert Seiler. DO. All three are from Meridian Women’s Health in Okemos but will be spend­ ing time in Charlotte each week to see local patients. Dr. Gibbs is a graduate of Buena Vista University and Des Moines University. She is a native of Michigan, and a medalled military officer in the United States Army who was active in Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation Enduring Freedom, and Operation Noble Eagle. A wife and mother of two teenage boys, she manages being chief resident of obstetrics and gynecological surgery at Ingham Regional Medical Center as well as clinical instructor for the department of osteopathic surgical services at Michigan State University’s College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Russell is a graduate of Michigan State University and the College of Osteopathic Medicine at MSU. She is board-certified through the American College of Osteopathic Obstetrics and Gynecology. A member ofthe American Osteopathic Association, Russell worked previously at HGB and served the Charlotte community for many years. Dr. Seiler is a native of Louisiana and a graduate of the University of Iowa and University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences. Dr. Seiler was also an active duty major in the United States Army. He is a writer who’s had his material published in the Hawkeye Osteopathic Journal. He is married with one daughter and one son and enjoys music and woodworking. Each of the doctors can provide prenatal and post­ partum outpatient care, Nashville Assembly of God to host a Day in the Son Once again it is time for Day in the Son, a day full of music, food, and fun, a gift from Nashville Assembly of God Church. The event is free and open to the commu­ nity. Guests this year will hear Smyrna Band from South Carolina, In the Clear from Clarksville, In His Name from Hastings, and other local talent. Come and enjoy a pig roast and picnic on the grounds Bring a lawn chair and stay awhile. Bring the kids. There will be plenty of games for them to play. There will be a pony ride, face painting, penny pool, volleyball, and some more games to keep children entertained while adults enjoy the music. The address for the event is, 735 Reed St., Nashville. For more information call, 517-852-9819. Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 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 - ABR .......................................................... Home 517-852-5066 NASHVILLE GOOD STARTER ER OR RETIREMENT HOME - $49. .9001 5 room, 2 bedroom home with detached garage. Walking distance from town. Appliances included. Ideal for Investors or 'offspring”. Call Homer. (N-46) THORNAPPLE LAKE - $88,90011 IN VERMONTVILLE CLOSE TO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8 room, 3 bedroom home on dou­ ble loL Covered deck on the front. Call Homer, listed at $59,9001 Shows like new, 1998 mfg. home, central air, double loL Lake access pls it's on. a channel on an "all sports" lake. Call Homer. (LK-26) annual exams, pap tests, breast health screenings, uri­ nary incontinence testing, infertility counseling and Gardasil vaccines, .among other services. Moms-to-be are provided a detailed orien­ tation to the Birthing Center at Ingham Regional Medical Center in Lansing, where Meridian Women’s Health delivers babies. Drs. Amy Mulcaster and Mark Palazzolo of Charlotte Women’s Health have worked together with Drs. Gibbs, Russell and Seiler to continue overseeing their patients’ care during the transition. Both Drs. Mulcaster and Palazzolo are pursuing professional and family opportunities in other states. Dr. Palazzolo left in early July. Dr. Mulcaster will be available until September. MATS, continued from previous pagetheir sharp dark blue and white color with the Lion mascot, but the bleacher cov­ ers restrict access under the bleachers from the sides. Another improvement to the gyms was the purchase of a court cleaner. This benefits anyone who uses the gyms. The Maple Valley Athletic Boosters meet once a month in the high school office break room. The next meet­ ing will be Monday, Aug. 4 at 7 p.m. Elections will be held at this meeting. Current officers are Tai Gearhart, president; Lori Courtney, vice presi­ dent; Jackie Ewing, secre­ tary; and Kelly Jones, treas­ urer. Trustees are Jon Boss, Jeff .Seavolt, Glenn Ewing, Grace A. Gibbs, DO Robert Seiler, DO Sandra K. Russell, DO Becky Wilson, Keith Jones and Adam Brumm. Everyone is welcome to attend. 06675286 "The partnership with Meridian, an affiliate prac­ tice of Ingham Regional, represents an expansion of HGB’s Women’s Health Services. The women of our community have shared their needs with us, and we are excited to be enhancing our ability to meet those needs. HGB will continue to serve the community with quality women’s health care. That’s why the entrance of the new doctors is so exciting," said Matthew Rush, CHE, presi­ dent and CEO. Doctors Gibbs, Russell and Seiler are accepting new patients in the HGB Professional Building. For an appointment or more information, call 517-543­ 9563. W The Salon /ylX All THF PttK OF AM I/P _ RIGHT MFPFI N NASHVIUFV/AITINO FOP YOU!! Hair • Tanning • Nails ** Jr 207 N. Main Street • Nashville w 517-852-0313 HEEP YOUR BEACH EEET/HSHAPE Call Sarah today for your pedicure Call stylists Teri Knoll 8 Janna Rozema and nail tech Sarah Winegar Today_ ^.sexvhair Hours: Closed Sun. & Mon., Tues. 10-6 • Wed. 10-7 • Thurs. 9:30-2 • Fit 9-5 • Sat. 9-2 Foryour convenience, please use back entrance. (V-45) Hansbarge $99,80011 IN NASHVILLE ON CORNER LOTI NICE 4 BEDROOM HOME NOW $109,0001! NASHVILLE - NICE "UPDATED" FAMILY HOME APPROX. 1900 SQ. FT. Large living room w/open stairway, PRICE REDUCED TO $90,0001 nice kitchen w/many cabinets, 4 bedroom, 2 full bath home with GOOD FAMILY HOME IN fenced back yard, MFL, large range fir refrigerator included. 3 NASHVILLEI seasons room, enclosed back 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1st floor kitchen and dining, huge living porch fir large deck. 2 car garage. laundry, 2 car garage 2/heated room, all appi. Incl., (except hot Call Homer (N-44) workshop. Patio fie 3 seasons room, tub neg.), includes 2 car heated central air, fenced yard. Call Homer garage plus bonus 1 car garage. (N-157) Call Homer for an appt. (N-39) $99,00011 ON ONE ACRE SOUTH OF VERMONTVILLE VERMONTVILLE! 'PARK-LIKE” SETTING ON 3 LOTS. $44,90011 3 bedroom mobile home with an "addition”, all new shingles, home recently updated w/new was kitchen cabinets. Cali Homer for more details. (V-127) 'In the country!” Room for a garden. Maple Valley schools, 3 bed­ rooms, 2 baths, ”2002" model manufactured/ranch home, 2x6 exterior walls, 2 car garage plus shed, centra] air, 1st floor laundry, stove and refrigerator included. Occupancy at close! Call Homer (CH-43) Heating & Air Conditioning LICENSED INSURED Vermontville. Ml COLE HANSBARGER owner RUUD Featuring Ruud Gas Furnaces and Air Conditioners. Full Line of Indoor Air Quality Products • FREE Estimates 3 2002-2009 Tuesday, July 22th • 5-7pm NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE. On main road - surveyed, perked, modulars acceptable. Nat. gas avail­ able. rolling with some trees. Land Contract terms. Call Homer. PRICE REDUCEDI (VL-114) To best accommodate your busy schedules - early registration is encouraged. ?, ACRES PERKED at SURVEYED: Rolling terrain, seeded to hay, seller financing available. North of Vermontville, blacktop road. PRICE REDUCEDI Call Homer. (VL-155) Classes begin September 8th VACANT PARCELS Vermontvillc- blacktop road, natural gas available, surveyed, perked. Contract terms. Call Homer, rnfct kexmajED/ (..V..L -_34.) r* n hSHVIL^ LOT 55X132: Water & sewer available, chain link fence, storage shed, flowers & shrubs. Cali Homer. Listed at S14,0001 (VL-42) 4 ACR^ ?OU1N,!<Y PcrtJcd surveyed, good location, paved road, close to hunting fir fishing. Culvert & drive gre in. MV Schools. Located north of Vermontville. Call Homer. (VL-149) 517-852-9910 207 N. Main St. Nashville email: stepntime@hotmail.com Kimberly Rodriquez, Owner & Director �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, July 19, 2008 — Page 7 From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Monroe needs to apologize To the editor: Who is this Dean Monroe to say my village is like Tijuana. He doesn’t know what he is talking about. He will not be in business long making those kind of comments. This village is a close-knit K KjjJ village. We have our prob­ lems; they all seem to work out. Dean Monroe needs to make a public apology. I have graduated from Nashville High School and lived in the area 64 years and never been compared to any­ where else. CALENDAR OF EVENTS July 19 SS 11)1 Youth Fair Awards Celebration, 12:30 p.m., Variety Tent. July 21-25 Dairy Days, MSU Campus. Aug. 7 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Aug. 19 Master Gardener Association Executive Committee Meeting, 6 p.m., County Seat. Aug. 20 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7 p.m., Courts and Law Building Conference Room. Aug. 21 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. N All That Glitters »ii ?! Full Service Floral FLOWERS, BALLOONS & GIFTS **81) “flWUH UH for Weddings, Sympathy. Birthdays, Anniversaries and Every Day! MMwtoUMnlor MfflmnMfe Hastings 234 N.. Main,, Nashville s v e IGurMN JSLW" Mon- 9'5^ Tues-10 ’7;Wed-10"5' ™urs- H' Fri. 9-6; Sa t 9-1 MA|N AFTER HOURS 517-852-9224 • 517-852-1691 06675259 dim hmimn Wii Just north of MooVllle ... 5715 South M-66 • 517-852-1864 1 YEAR ANNIVERSARY SALE ■ SAT., JULY 19TH! GIFT ITEMS ANNUALS 50% OFFflNNIVEBSfiBYWEEKSftLE flNNIVEBSfiBYWEEKSftLE20% OFF TREES & SHRUBS II PATIO FURNITURE 11 PERENNIALS MML fetK'UW'i's®®48 nWBttjg***1____ irg» 25% OFF | 10% OFF || 10% OFF Offers good through 7-25-08 Great Selection of: Perennials, Trees, Shrubs, Fruit Trees, soil. Bulk and Bagged Mulches and stones. Screened & Unscreened Top Soil, Hanging Baskets, Fire Rings, Patio Furniture Landscaping - FREE Estimates ___________ Hours M-F 9am-6pm»sat. 9am-5pm MAPLE VALLEY JUNIOR CHEERLEADING REGISTER NOW FOR THE 2008 FOOTBALL SEASON! 3rd Grade through 8th Grade or 8 years bld by Sept 1st Registration Cost: $30.00 ♦Additional cost for required uniform pieces July 28th 6-8 pm High School Football Field Forms are available at Double Shots in Nashville Mon - Fri 7 am-3 pm If any questions please contact Sue Morris at 517-852-1897 MWe are also looking for parents or adults interested in i With Party Store Convenience! That is disgusting. Darlene Hughes, Nashville Commission bdlflj COUIVU on Aging Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Hearty Menu Monday, July 21 Chicken Teriyaki, green peas, carrots, orange juice, dinner roll. Tuesday, July 22 Baked pollock, cooked rice, lima beans, mixed veg­ etables, applesauce. . Wednesday, July 23 Macaroni and cheese, com, Calif, blend veggies, fruit compote. Thursday, July 24 Chicken, broccoli and cheese casserole, peas and carrots, diced pears, dinner roll. Friday, July 25 BBQ pork on bun, chopped spinach, Oriental vegetables, grape juice. Cold Menu Monday, July 21 Egg salad, wheat bread, cucumber salad, pineapple tidbits. Tuesday, July 22 Ham and pasta salad, American cheese, garbanzo bean salad, mandarin oranges. Wednesday, July 23 Macaroni salad, cheddar cheese, com O’Brian, diced peaches. Thursday, July 24 Pea and cheese sandwich, wheat bread, Spanish bean salad, pineapple mandarin. Friday, July 25 Calif. Reuben spread, rye bread, broccoli raisin salad, plums. Activities Calendar Monday, July 21: Hastings - Music with Sam; Crafts 10:30 a.m.; Card Making 12:30 p.m.; Kinship Care 7 p.m. Delton - Birthday Party. H,W,N Reminiscence. 22: Tuesday, July Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Bocce Ball 10:30 a.m.; Bible Study 12:30 p.m.Red Hat-Hooker B&B 1 p.m.; Mystery Trip??? sign up required. GL - Cards and Games 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 23: Hastings astngs - Nails; a s; Music usc wt with Sam;; Euchre u 12:30-2:30 p.. p.m. Woodland - Legal Aid 10:30noon. Thursday, July 24: Hast­ ings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with the Lewis’. Delton - Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville - TV Time. Friday, July 25: Hastings - Exercise 9 a.m.; Mixed Media Painting 9:30 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m.; Model Railroad 12 p.m. Woodland - JULY20 MON. JULY 21 TUE. JULY 22 NED. THUK. JULY 24 JULY 23 HU. JULY 25 JULY 26 MILK EVERY GALLON KY $929 r limit 2 SQUIRT, DR. PEPPER A&W, RC, SUNKIST 2/$E00 3— IDAHO DOLE SALAD POTATOES & COLE SLAW 2/$9OO 3 5 LbS. ru,. BAR-S LUNCH MEATS CORN DOGS 4/$E00 2/$S00 3 1 1UT. RAMEN NOODLES MARUCHAN CRYSTAL FARMS SHREDDED & CHUNK CHEESES KNORR/LIPTON PASTA/RICE IMPERIAL MARGARINE 2/$E00 89* SUBWAY CATERS FOR AL OCCASIONS Party Platters Cookie Platters - 6* Subs (24-Hour Notice) We reserve the right to limited quantities and correct printing errors. None sold to dealers or minors. Some items not always as pictured. Nashville IGA Express Accepts : Mon.-Thur. mm-iopm. FrisSat. 6AM-Mfdnlght; Sun. 9AM-10PM Bridge Cards - WIC �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, July 19,2008 — Page 8 Senior Project Fresh class is Monday A Senior Project Fresh class will be available for sen­ iors to receive ftee nutrition education and coupon books at 11:00 a.m. Monday, July 21, at the Hastings Commission on Aging, 320 W. oodlawn ve., Hastings. Senior Project Fresh is a free program for moderate income seniors age 60 years and older to purchase locally grown fresh fruits and veg­ etables. Seniors can sign up to receive a coupon book to be used at any participating state farmer’s market. Income is based on house­ hold total. Senior citizens with a monthly income of $1,604 or lower for one household member and $2,159 or lower for two household members qualify. The Senior Project Fresh program allows senior citizens to purchase locally grown fresh fruits and vegetables at no cost. Each coupon booklet is worth $20. Each qualifying senior citizen can receive one coupon booklet. Coupons may be used at any participating farmer’s market through Oct 31. Refreshments will be pro­ vided at Monday’s class. If there will be a proxy involved, the proxy needs to This program is sponsored by Michigan State University Extension, Barry County Commission on Aging and the Senior Farmer’s Market Nutrition Program under the USDA. be present to sign for the coupon book. More dates and times will soon be avail­ able for Senior Project Fresh coupon distribution. Call MSU Extension at 269-945-1388 or the Commission on Aging at 269-948-4856 with any ques­ tions. Music lessons for all ages available this fall at Community Music School The Community Music School has announced that registration for fall semester will open Aug. 4. Offerings include private lessons for children and adults, classes for children as young as 18 months, and the Hastings Kids Choir. Private lessons at the Community Music School feature one-on-one study with a professional music teacher, as well as opportuni­ ties to perform in formal and informal settings. Lessons are available in most band and orchestra instruments, piano, voice, dulcimer and guitar. Private lessons run 15 weeks, from August 25 to December 12. For children from 18 months to five years of age, Kindermusik classes featur­ ing singing, dancing, and playing simple instruments, following a firn and researchproven curriculum. Kindermusik classes run 15 weeks, from September 8 to January 23. Fiddles 'n' Strums classes, for children in grades 3 and 4, teach grassroots music on guitar or from October to April. The Hastings Kids Choir, for grades 3 to 6, runs October through April. The choir includes weekly rehearsals and several local perform­ ances, building musical con­ fidence and enjoyment. Financial aid is available, reducing tuition according to household size and income. The Community Music School is located at First United Methodist Church, 209 West Green Street in Hastings.' To register, call 269 948 9441. The school also has branches in Battle Creek, Albion, and Marshall. For more information, visit www.MusicCenterscmi.com fiddle, exploring both note reading and playing by ear. The class runs 16 weeks, Pleasantview Family COBB WELL DRILLING (REPAIR Church to host • 7 Day Service ‘Gladiator Games’ ■ Pumps Installed & Repaired • Service On Submersible Pumps • 2” - 5” Well Drilling and Repair Call About Energy-Efficient Air Conditioners • Outstanding No Hassle Replacement'" limited warranty* protection 18 SEER • Quiet operation • Energy efficiencies as high as 18 SEER BSSB. BN HEATING & COOLING PRODUCTS www.heil-hvac.com FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality Value & Service Over 40 Years ofServing the Area § —Free Estimates— Lake Odessa Nashville (616) 374-7595 (517) 852-9565 O 2008 International Comfort Products, LLC The community is invited to Pleasantview Family Church for the Spirit Jam Gladiator Games Saturday, July 26, from 7 to 9 p.m. Contestants will include teenagers who will go up against the “Pleasantview Gladiators.” These outdoor games will be for groups and individuals. All ages are invited to come to join in and watch the event. Spirit Jam was started in February and is held almost every month as a time of contemporary praise and worship performed by the Pleasantview Praise Band. The evening will begin with the Gladiator Games starting at 7 p.m., followed by the con­ cert, praise and worship and will feature special speaker Dave Wood from Hastings Baptist Church. 30 /ears Experience Estimates Available 517-726-0377 356 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Elizabeth Arnold performs with her teacher, Holly Bolthouse, at the Community Music School. Richard Cobb David Cobb Ml Lie. #1748 226 N. Main • Nashville All activities this month will take place outside. Come out for a great time and bring a friend. For more informa­ tion, contact Shawn or Kaylin Rhoades at 269-7583477. Pleasantview Family Church is located at 2601 517-852-1757 Full-Service Hair, Nail & Tanning Salon Street SflJtfH/ Moul Lacey Road in Dowling. Quick facts: Hot Congratulations (They Tied The Knot!) dogs, sausage and more All hot dogs are cured and cooked sausages that consist of mainly pork, beef, chicken and turkey or a combination of these. Other ingredients See FACTS, page 12 Cali t MORNINGrt TANNING J, AVAILABLE Recreation 2003 HARLEY V-ROD: NEW CUSTOM PAINT, RIMS, PIPES, BRAKES. LOWERED 1", LOTS OF CHROME. THIS IS AN EYE CATCHING BIKE! MUST SEE!!!! $11,700. (616)893-6681 Michelle Snowden Nail Tech Stylists Cheryl Pierce & Angie Salyer Hours: Mon. 9-2, Tues.-Frl. 9-5, Sat. 9-12, Eves, by Appt. KEEP YOUR COUNTY COMMISSIONER | Mark Englerth, Community Notices CLASS REUNION THE CLASS OF 1954 NASHVILLE HIGH REUNION WILL BE HELD AT GOOD TIME PIZZA AT 5PM. SATURDAY, JULY 26TH. COME JOIN THE FUN! &Steve? working hard for you! tmbik For Drain Commissioner 06675163 elect Mark Englerth, P.O. 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Approved the bills in the amount of $41,703.03. Approved the second quarter appropriations in the amount of $14,950.00. There was no unfinished busi­ ness. Committee reports were given and placed on file. The township will levy the maximum millage rate allowed. Correspondence was viewed by the board and the public if they wished. Public comment was heard. Heard board comments. Adjournment. Lorna L. Wilson, Clerk Attested to by: Supervisor J. Cooley osstsiba They Say It’s Going To Get Hot! Jack & Judy’s* Country Kettle (CWm ate diet/?) Gal'e If it does get hot Country Kettle Nashville’s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! has delicious 113 N. Main Cold Plates Nashville 517-852-9700 plus our regular Hours: Open 7 Days 6AM-8PM Daily Specials! "WtfGRWf FRAMES AND CUSTOM matte cutting. By appoint­ ment only. Call Picture This Photography. (269)948-4669 Lawn & Garden AQUATIC PLANTS: Our Lotus & Water Lilies are ready! Also Koi & Goldfish, pumps, filters & pond sup­ plies. Apol's Landscaping Company, 9340 Kalamazoo, Caledonia MI. (616)698-1030 M-F 9:00-5:30, Sat 9:00-2:00. Recreation Help Wanted Farm 1996 LUND REBEL 16', 25 horse Evinrude Shorelander roller trailer. Live well, rod locking storage storage, compartment, 4,000 watt Garmin 240 fish finder, 3 seats, MinnKota 765 MXT bow mount power drive trolling motor with bracket and 2 year old battery. An­ chormate with anchor, spare tire carrier with spare, .new tires on trailer 2 years ago, cover. Used 3 weeks last 7 years. Always stored inside, some scratches; excellent fishing boat, big lake or small, $5,200 will consider aU offers. (269)948-7921 DRIVERS WANTED: Valid CDL-A & owner operates. Responsible with good work ethics, can pass drug test, references required. Call (269)945-4300. E.A.R.T.H. = EDUCATED ANIMAL Rescue and Teen Haven is in urgent need of HAY DONATIONS. We will come pick it up, clean out your bam of old hay (Any type ofhay that isn't moldy). 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(269)948-4669 Garage Sale 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 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. 417 N. QUEEN St. 8:30am5pm., July 24th, 25th & 26th. Women's Old Navy jeans (new) $5 sizes 1-20, also gen­ erators & tools. YARD SALE: AUGUST 1st, & 2nd; 9am-7pm and Au­ gust 3rd; 9am-5pm. Horse tack, saddles, bridles, etc., western clothes, Earnhardt SR collection, LN Air Hock­ ey table, '04 Dodge Neon, antiques, dog houses, nice women's clothing 16-28, fur­ niture, Nordic Trac, Peavy UHF wireless guitar unit, much more. 3097 Section Rd., Nashville. DOBBIN'S JEFF DOBBIN'S m Attention ’.II football camp NOTICE to be held at the EMS Department located at 324 N. Main Nashville, MI on July 23rd and July 30th, 2008 at 7 pm. Plan on attending this informative meeting. You will be able to talk with the crew and see the equipment. See your service up close. Officials will be present as well. 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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: Juanita J Gingrich and Charles S Gingrich, Husband and Wife to Mortgage DO YOU WANT QUALITY Electronic Registration Systems, PRINTING at affordable IInc., solely as nominee for prices? Call J-Ad Graphics at Access Mortgage and Financial UOObOjIZ (269)945-9554. Corporation, Mortgagee, dated September 7, 2005 and recorded 0667476Q December 15, 2005 in Instrument Dependable, Lockouts damage-free # 1157729 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortTire Service towing! gage was subsequently assigned KB* Accident to: HSBC Mortgage Services Inc, BOBBINS Recovery on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date • Long-Haul hereof the sum of One Hundred ft Ninety-Three Thousand Four Off-Road Hundred Fifty Two Dollars and Fourteen Cents ($193,452.14) including interest 10.75% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and AUTO SERVICE, INC. the statute in such case made Owner, JeffDobbin, ASE Master Technician hjj........... > . ** over 20 years experience 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, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM o on August 14, 2008. Said premis­ es are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South one half of Lots 1173 and 1174 of the City, Formerly Village of Hastings, according-, to the recorded plat thereof. Commonly known as 828 S Church Street, Hastings Ml July 28,29,30 • 6-30-8-30pm 49058 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined Call Lynant D tehnetoH n aSt 5P1raWctMiceW Fi welid th abandoned in accordance with at 51WMW with questions MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period -shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL O»t fmmcieltadsel All pu600.3241 a(c), whichever is later. Dated: JULY 9, 2008 HSBC Mortgage-Services Inc, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Oat first Ries m11ih nder Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester 11th tom " Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 08-95387 ASAP# must have a current current physical physical to to participate. participate. 2817876 07/12/2008, 106675277 07/19/2008, 07/26/2008, 08/02/2008 06674931 MAPLE VAUEV YOUTH There will be a presentation on the need for an EMS operations millage HELP WANTED: FULL time at beef farm. MUST be dependable! (517)726-0114 Meeting 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: Patricia Cook and Jeff Cook, Wife and Husband to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., solely as nominee for Intervale Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated February 10, 2006 and recorded February 17, 2006 in Instrument # 1160289 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was subsequently assigned to: HSBC Mortgage Services Inc, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-Five Thousand Seven Hundred Fifty-Nine Dollars and Forty-One Cents ($155,759.41) including interest 8.54% 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 vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on July 31, 2008. Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Northeast one quarter of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, described as, beginning at a point on the North line of said Section 34, distant South 89 degrees 39 minutes 12 seconds East 149.35 feet from the North one quarter post of said section, thence South 260.69 feet, thence South 89 degrees 47 minutes 28 seconds East 150 feet, thence North 260.33 feet to said North section line, thence North 89 degrees 39 minutes 1.2 seconds West 150 feet to the place of beginning, excepting that part conveyed to the Michigan Sate Highway Department in Liber 288 of deeds on page 445. Also, a parcel of land in the Northeast one quarter of Section 34, Town 3 North, Range 8 West described as, beginning at a point on the North line of said Section 34, distant South 89 degrees 39 minutes 12 seconds East 149.34 feet from the North one quarter post of said Section, thence South 260.69 feet for place of beginning, thence South 89 degrees 47 min­ utes 28 seconds East 150 feet, thence South 50 feet, thence North 89 degrees 39 minutes 12 seconds West 150 feet, thence North to beginning. Commonly known as 2520 E M-79 Hwy, Hastings Ml 49058 The redemp­ tion period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accor­ dance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later. Dated: JUNE 24, 2008 HSBC Mortgage Services Inc, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 08-94814 ASAP# 2804228 06/28/2008, 07/05/2008, 07/12/2008, 07/19/2008 06674023 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, July 19, 2008 — Page 11 LOOKING FOILA PRINTER? run smict from stmt to firish PHOTO PROCESSING Call one of our Sales Professionals Today! Steve Steward Jennie Yonker Steve Skedgell 1-Hour and While You Wait Processing We It’s NEW just for Print Pius Dan Goggins YOU! Charlotte Litho Brian Rayner process 35 mm, APS and 120 mm film on-site Our new award winning digital kiosk is simple to use, powerful, fast and has Lowell Litho many new options! Jon Jacobs We make it easy... 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Broadway Lowell, Ml J-Ad Graphics Printing Plus Hastings, Ml 49058-0188 Charlotte, Ml 48813 Marshall, Ml 269-945-5078 517-543-4041 269-727-0091 Fax (269) 945-5192 Fax (517) 543-2272 Fax (269) 781-7766 616-897-9261 Fax (616) 897-4809 SERVICING KALAMAZOO. GRANO RAPIPS. BATTLE CREEK, LANSIN6 ANO THE SURR0UNPIN6 AREAS PAILY Pick-Up and Delivery • Maiing Service • Complete Bindery • Web and Sheet Fed Offset Printing �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, July 19,2008 — Page 12 Field day event helps promote land improvement by Amy Jo Parish Land improvement and conservation will be issues addressed at a field days event on the Cook Farm in Vermontville. For the second year in a row, area farmers will get the chance to learn about new products available and even try some of them out. "Basically what field days is about is getting people more aware of improvements they could be doing to their farms through the local Michigan chapter of the Land Improvement and Conservation Association, said Rob Cook LICA is a nonprofit organi­ zation that, according to its Web site "strives to improve the business climate by work­ ing for better legislation and regulations, by keeping our members abreast of the cur­ rent changes impacting their operations, and providing training in the latest technolo­ gy- " The event will feature contractors and representa­ tives from John Deere and Caterpillar along with tile companies and others. Company representatives will even have the chance to show off their skills during a backhoe rodeo contest. Attendees will also be able to learn about water steward­ ship, closing wells and tak­ ing care of ground water, among other practices in line with the mission of LICA. Cook said it had been more than 20 years since this type of event was held in the area and last year, close to 500 people attended the event. Cook said he is hoping to increase that number this year. Attendance, much like farming, depends on the weather. High temperatures and humidity may have hin­ dered attendance last year, but Cook said he is hopeful the conditions will cooperate for this year’s event. More thanjust a day ofbuying and selling, Cook said events like his field days help create rela­ tionships between farmers and create I asting memories for those who take part. "I have guys telling me that they remember going to these type of events as boys with their dads," said Cook. The Cook farm is on Volunteers and contractors pose for a photo after last years’ Field Days event, the South Brown Road. For first in the area in more than 20 years. Rob and Steve Cook of Vermontville will host more information about the the event again this year on Aug. 6 and 7. (Photo by Amy Jo Parish) event, call 989-587-3528. FACTS, continued from page 8 include water, curing agents and spices, such as garlic, salt, sugar, ground mustard, nut­ meg, coriander and white pep­ per. • Sausage is one of the oldest forms of processed food, having been mentioned in Homer's Odyssey as far back as the 9th Century B.C. • Frankfurt-am-Main, Germany, is traditionally credited with originating the frankfurter. However, this claim is disputed by those who assert that the popular sausage, known as a "dachs- hund" or "little-dog" sausage, was created in the late 1600s by Johann Georghehner, a butcher living in Coburg, Germany. • Midwesterners eat more pork and beef hot dogs than any other region ofthe coun­ try. Westerners eat more poultry hot dogs than any other region; however, southerners are a close sec­ ond. Easterners prefer all­ beef hot dogs and consume more than anywhere else in the nation. • Americans purchase 350 million pounds of hot dogs, or 9 billion hot dogs, at retail stores annually. It's estimat­ ed Americans consume 20 billion hot dogs a year, more than twice the retail sales fig­ ures. That works out to about 70 hot dogs per person each year. • Hot dogs are served in 95 percent of homes in the United States. Fifteen per­ cent of hot dogs are pur­ chased from street vendors, and 9 percent are purchased at ballparks. Centennial farm program moves to the Historical Society of Michigan The new Web site of the ent farm comprises approxi­ Michigan Centennial Farms mately 27.5 acres and is Program is now available at operated as Westcroft www.centennialfarms.org. Gardens . The program moved July 1 The new Centennial Farm from the Michigan Historical Web site includes informa­ Commission, a part of the tion on how to apply for cen­ Michigan Department of tennial farm status, program History, Arts and Libraries, requirements, application to the Historical Society of forms, contact information, Michigan, a non-governmen­ information on ordering tal nonprofit group. The replacement signs, and links society is the state’s oldest to the Centennial Farm cultural organization, found­ Association. The Web site ed in 1828 by Territorial also will soon include infor­ Governor Lewis Cass and mation on farms that were explorer Henry Schoolcraft. designated over the past 60 A Michigan Centennial years since the program was Farm is a working farm of 10 founded. or more acres that has been The first centennial farms continuously owned by the were designated by the same family for at least 100 Michigan Historical years. The Historical Society Commission in 1948 with of Michigan also offers a support from Detroit Edison Sesquicentennial Farm desig­ Company, Consumers Power nation to recognize, upon Company, local electrical request, certified centennial cooperatives and farm farms that have been owned groups. Qualifying farm by the same family for 150 owners receive a Michigan years or more. Centennial Farm certificate Michigan’s Oldest from the Historical Society Centennial Farm is the de of Michigan and a display Beausset Farm, located on marker for the farm. The Grosse lie. The land first official green-and-yellow came into the de Beausset’s markers themselves are family in 1776 when sponsored by the Michigan Alexander Macomb and electrical utility that serves William Macomb, two the specific farm to com­ British government agents memorate the dramatic and merchants, purchased changes electricity brought Grosse He from the to farm operation and family Potawatomi Indians and life. established farms. The presThe Centennial Farm Program as a whole is cur­ rently sponsored by the DTE Energy Foundation. All newly designated cen­ tennial farm families will be provided a complimentary one-year membership in the Historical Society of Michigan which includes publications, access to histor­ ical conferences, a highlight section on awarded farms in the Society's quarterly maga­ zine the Chronicle and much more. Centennial farm families also are eligible for member­ ship in the t Michigan Centennial Farm Association,, an affinity group of farmers who have obtained centennial or sesquicentennial farm status. The association holds an annual meeting each spring and awards college scholar­ ships each year to members of Centennial Farm Association families who are pursuing careers in fields related to agriculture. A newsletter is published three to four times a year. The Association was established in 1955. For more information on the Michigan Centennial Farm Program, contact the Historical Society of Michigan at 517-324-1828 or hsm@hsmichigan.org . Senior Project Fresh class is Monday A Senior Project Fresh class will be available for sen­ iors to receive free nutrition education and coupon books at 11:00 a.m. Monday, July 21, at the Hastings Commission on Aging, 320 W. oodlawn ve., Hastings. Senior Project Fresh is a free program for moderate income seniors age 60 years and older to purchase locally grown fresh fruits and veg­ etables. Seniors can sign up to receive a coupon book to be used at any participating state farmer’s market. Call MSU Extension at 269-945-1388 or the Commission on Aging at 269-948-4856 with any ques­ tions. This program is sponsored by Michigan State University Extension, Barry County Commission on Aging and the Senior Farmer’s Market Nutrition Program under the USDA. GREEN LIGHT DRIVING SCHOOL uc 301 N. Main (M-66), Nashville Nash 517-852-0000 Segment I $285 July 23-Aug. 7 Aug. 11-26 Sept. 9-25 Sept. 29-Oct. 23 Segment II $40 Sept. 2-4 Parent Meeting (FREE) Aug. 9 We partner with parents for SAFE teen drivers!! www.qreenliqhtdrivinq.net � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/822/MapleValleyNews_2008-07-26.pdf 423236d67be6c147540bb8ea0e5961b3 PDF Text Text MAPLE VALLEY Hastings Public Library HASTINGS PUBLIC UBRART B27 EAST STATE ST HASTINGS Ml 4905B MVN 227 E State St Hastings Ml 49058-18 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 136-No. 30, July 26, 2008 A local paper oftoday! Townships work to hammer out fire, EMS contracts by Amy Jo Parish Township officials worked to settle both fire and EMS costs and agree on con­ tracts Monday night at a joint meeting between Kalamo and Vermontville townships. No agreement could be reached, however, concern­ ing the EMS contract, and the meeting ended with a unanimous vote by the Vermontville Township members present to extend the current contract a second time while the details of the new contract are worked out. The groups were able to finalize a fire services con­ tract at the meeting. At a special meeting held the week previous, the Vermontville Township Board voted to increase the rate charged to Kalamo for fire services by 4 percent based on the consumer index. It was discovered at Monday’s meeting, howev­ er, that the information the increase was based upon was not the correct information for the calculation. Working with the Kalamo Township officials, the correct infor­ mation was presented and used as the base for the new contract. "This (information) is only for May 2007 and states an index of 3.4 percent and that’s what we based the increase on, said Sharon Stewart, Vermontville Township clerk. "To be hon­ est, we didn’t read it. We were given the information by another board member and didn’t read it over." After Supervisor Russ Laverty made a motion to rescind the 4 percent offer, a unanimous vote by Vermontville Township offered the contract with a 3 percent increase to Kalamo Township for the 2008-09 fiscal year. The officials next dis­ cussed the EMS contract and how much the increase should be per section. "This ambulance contract has caused a certain amount of discussion in the past in respect to what is paid per section," said Laverty. Vermontville Township first offered a contract to Kalamo Township several weeks ago for $485 per sec­ tion. Kalamo Township Supervisor Brett Ramey said his township had provided an offer to Vermontville Township to provide EMS coverage for $360 per sec­ tion, up 3 percent form last year’s contract. Ramey said that $360 per section is the most the township can afford with a tight budget going into the next fiscal year. Questions about the quali­ ty of service and response time provided by Vermontville EMS were raised during the meeting. Laverty introduced Dan Sowles to Kalamo Township as the new EMS coordinator and said with Sowles on board, the services and response time will improve during the coming months. Sowles has worked for 14 years with Hayes Green Beach Hospital in Charlotte as EMS education coordina­ tor. "There are some things we need to repair like response time and level of service," said Sowles. "We’ve got things going and fixed some of the little things already." Ramey said he is looking forward to the positive changes Sowles has the potential to bring to the pro­ gram. "There is a push in the township to completely do away with this, basically whole deal with Vermontville EMS," said Ramey. "I think with Dan you will be able to make improvements and keep climbing that ladder." The possibility of a joint EMS and fire board was dis- With 14-years experi­ ence at Hayes Green Beach in Charlotte, Dan Sowles recently accepted the position of EMS coor­ dinator for Vermontville Township. Education of the current EMS team members to improve their skills and develop the pro­ gram are some of the goals Sowles holds for the department. cussed at the meeting. The joint entity would give any townships involved the chance to level millages and have actual ownership of the services. At this time, only Vermontville Township has ownership. "My own personal and professional opinion is that we’re (Vermontville and Kalamo townships) neigh­ bors and I urge the board to enter into an agreement for $360 for one year," said Laverty near the close of the meeting. "If during that one year, you want to pursue a joint fire and ambulance, per­ sonally I think we should look down the road. If we do it, we need to look at forming a separate entity." Laverty made a motion to extend the current EMS con­ tract 30 days for a second time this summer to provide coverage while the details of the contract continue to be worked out. Vermontville Township Library seeks millage renewal To continue to provide services to the community and maintain collections through future book and materials purchases, the Vermontville Township Library is asking for support at the Aug. 5 primary elec­ tion. The library’s proposal on the ballot is not a new tax, or a tax increase. It is only a renewal of the current .75 mills, in place for the past five years, that ensures the continued operation of the library for the next five years. The language on the ballot is deceiving, since it uses the words "increased" and "new additional mill" as required by law. The word "increased" is used because the cunent millage expired in December 2007, at which time 2008 tax assessments were solidified. Therefore, it is viewed as an "increase," since there are is no millage to be collected when the 2009 assessments are drawn for the current year unless the millage is renewed before December. The term "new additional mill" is used to refer to the recovery of the portion of the mill that is reduced by the Headlee Amendment. This is commonly referred to as a "Headlee Override." Agreeing to this does not increase the millage amount beyond the .75 requested. This figure, combined with the "increased" amount referred to in the previous Programs at the Vermontville Township Library vary, from reading programs, book clubs and special events for kids. paragraph, will equal the .75 lished in 1949 by the mem­ bers of the Vermontville requested. Federation of The income from this .75 General Club. Those mill is crucial to the library Women’s budget, contributing approxi­ women approached the vil­ mately $35,000 annually. lage council and were grant­ Other funds, in the form of ed the use of a basement fines, state aid, donations and room in the town hall owned rental fees make up the annu­ jointly by the village and al library budget of approxi­ township. Labor and materials were mately $55,000. Anyone having questions donated by local citizens, and or concerns may contact the a book drive was started. library at 517-726-1362 for Some 1,800 donated books began the collection of the further information. Township The Vermontville Vermontville Township Library was estab- Library. Today, this collection has expanded to 22,000 titles, over 700 DVD movies, 350 VHS children’s movies, 200 audio books on CD and cas­ sette tape, and 40 magazine subscriptions. Serving 2,500 patrons, the library circulated 21,956 items in the 2007-08 fiscal year. The library hosts several groups and classes for com­ munity members to enjoy. An book discussion group meets each month to discuss the lat­ est book selection, as well as a large group ofknitters of all levels of experience who gather weekly from September to May to knit and chat. A digital scrapbooking class was added in April, and computer assistance classes are offered at no charge to anyone needing help with spe­ cific programs. Future plans include group classes for wool spinning and needle felting. The library also offers many programs for its patrons. An adult reading program is held each winter, and a children’s summer reading program is held in the months of June, July and August, with programs to entertain the children, and a reading challenge to keep them reading all summer. Another program, "Fall Fun for Families" with a Thanksgiving/harvest theme, was added last November, with plans to continue again this year. Santa is a welcome visitor to the library each December, and in the spring, a visiting author entertains the adults. The library is continually exploring funding options for library materials and has enjoyed success in this area. In 2007, the library received two grants from the Wilson H. Craig Foundation for items that encouraged creativity and exploration in the areas of math, science and astronomy. These grants added a Lego table, a curiosity table, K’nex construction sets, a bridge­ building kit, and more than 100 new nonfiction books to the children’s section. A grant from the Youth Advisory Council added 30 new fiction books to the non­ fiction section. A second grant from the See RENEWAL, page 2 In This Issue • Summerfest set to take over downtown Vermontville • Ants and readers invited to picnic • Creative fashions raise scholarship funds • New drum major ready for challenges of leadership �- Page 2 Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple /aiey fJevfc' Summerfestsetto take over downtown Vermontville Summerfest for the past two years and is looking forward to seeing her efforts come to life. A car show, motorcycle show and games, free kids games in the park and water ball competitions between area fire departments are just by Amy Jo Parish The streets of downtown Vermontville will be bustling with activity Aug. 2, when the first-ever Summerfest opens. Kim Himeiss, owner of Roadrunners in Vermontville has worked to put together After years of hard work & dedication, it's time to take a permanent vacation! a few of the activities planned for the day. An egg toss, three-legged race, tug of war, arm wrestling and tricycle races for those 12 and older are just a few of the games that will take place in the park. A free-throw basketball competition and live music from Bill and Ted will help round out the day’s events. With all the details that go along with planning such a big event, Himeiss said the help she has received from friends and other businesses has been essential to pulling everything together. "It’s not easy to put togeth­ er an event like Summerfest, but I have had good help," said Himeiss. "It takes a while to get the word out about a new event, and we’ve are trying to get all the local businesses to do something to promote it" In turn, Himeiss will ensure that the local busi­ nesses are supported by not allowing any food vendors to sell at the event She is Woodland man jailed after girlfriend is injured Deputies were dispatched July 18 to Castleton Township in response to a domestic violence com­ plaint. Upon arrival, they interviewed the alleged vic­ tim, who told them she had previously been staying in a pop-up camper with her boyfriend, whom she identi­ fied as Randy Reid Schreiner, 37, of Woodland. She told deputies that when Schreiner had become verbally abusive, she told him she was going home. When she asked him to give her the phone, he threw it at her, striking her in the Pleasejoin us as we offer Marvin & Kathleen Hengesbach Best Wishes on their “retirement” Saturday, August 2nd from 2-4pm at their home at 10561 W. St Joe Hwy, Vermontville, Michigan Kristina Reynolds, Heather Dean & Nancy Kissane mouth. After she returned home, she said Schreiner came to her parents’ house and asked if she was going to leave with him. She told her par­ ents she was only going to walk him to his vehicle. The victim told deputies she sat with Schreiner in the vehicle for a time and he asked her again if she was leaving with him. When she told him she was not, she said he strack her in the face. He asked her again, she said, and when she refused to leave with him, he again struck her, this time in the forehead. Deputies noted a swollen lip, a braised eye and a cut on the victim’s forehead. They were advised Schreiner might be at his home in Woodland. When deputies went there and interviewed Schreiner, he told officers the injuries to his girlfriend occurred because he was holding the car keys in his hand and when she bent over to kiss him good-bye, she acciden­ tally struck her head against his hand. Schreiner was arrested and lodged in the Barry County Jail. hopeful that revenue from the event will give the local restaurants a needed boost "We have three good restaurants in town, and we want to do what we can with the Summerfest to help them," said Himeiss. Along with providing a family-friendly atmosphere, Himeiss said the day pro­ vides fund-raising opportuni­ ties for several local organi­ zations. "Our main goal is to bring more people to the communi­ ty and give kid’s organiza­ tions the opportunity to raise money for their group," said Himeiss. This year, members of the Maple Valley FFA will judge the car show and all proceeds from the entries will go directly to the organization. Duey’s Comer is also donating soda that the group will sell at the park to raise money to support the club’s activities during the school year. For more information about Summerfest, call Roadrunners at 517-726-1043. 0M75573 Nashville man sentenced for possession HASTINGS 4 www.GQTI.com Goodrich Travis Edward Blankenship, 18, of Nashville was sentenced July 18 by Barry County Circuit Judge James Fisher to serve 24 months of probation and 30 days in jail for his June 11 conviction on charges of pos­ session of a controlled sub­ stance and operating a vehicle while impaired. Blankenship was ordered to pay a fine of $100, court costs of$500, and a probation fee of $240. He must also participate in the day-reporting program upon release. Blankenship was arrested in Johnstown Township in January. UALITY l j 111CAAITE DKC 269-205-4900 Downtown Hastings on State St. (M37) Rocking Seata • All Digital Sound Free Drink Refills • 25c com refills BIG SCREENS M.OO ALL SEATS excep I adult evening RENEWAL, continued from page 1 APOLS LANDSCAPING & WATER GARDENS 9340 Kalamazoo Ave. • Caledonia • 616-698-1030 1 10 o ff" 5 ’ o’ ff1I WATER L1L1ES« LOTUS Good only at Apol'u Landscaping & Water Gardens. Not good with any other coupons or offers. Expires 8/30/08. jj Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation allowed for the purchase of three laptop com­ puters, bringing the total number of computers avail­ able for public use to eight, and a wireless router allow­ ing laptops to be used any­ where in the library building. Patrons are also allowed to bring in their own laptops and access the Internet through the library’s high-speed con­ nection. In recent months, a remod­ eling project added a ramp to allow everyone access to the children’s area of the library, and a wall was removed to expand the junior and young adult area to better serve the youths of the community. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE Come as you are but don't leave the same. BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Meet at Kalamo Twp. Hall 9617 E. Baseline Rd. ABUNDANT GRACE WORLD OUTREACH CENTER 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 Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) Church Service...... ......... 9 a.m. Sunday School ...... 0:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 MINISTER: VIRGINIA HELLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG Wed. 5:30 p.m...................... Family Supper 6:00-7:15................................ Pioneer Club Sun: 9:00.......................................... Sunday 10: 00................................................... Church 11: 00 i Fellowship GRACE COMMUNITY 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. 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 REV. ALAN METTLER PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................................. 9:45 Morning Worship ................. 11 a.m. Evening Worship.................................... 6 Wednesday Family 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte 1-616-731-5194 or 1-517-852-1806. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School......................... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ........... Evening Worship...... 11 a.m. ...6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting............................. 7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM Night Service ........... 6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 .one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. PASTOR KATHY SMITH . 517-726-0526 Combined Sunday morning worship with Vermontville UMC as follows: July 13 and 27, Aug. 10 and 24 at Vermontville July 6 and 20, Aug. 3,17 and 31 at Gresham Worship time: 9:30 am. VOTE Dean Monroe Vermontville Township Supervisor . PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Phone 517-852-1993 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 Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service................ 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.................. 11:15 a.m. PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN 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 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST .. CHURCH Sunday Mass.......................... 9:45 a.m. FATHER AL RUSSELL A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings M-79 West Sunday Schoo Worship............. 0 a.m. 1 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH (G) 11:00.12:50,1:10, 3:00 O©TH£ DARK KNIGHT (PG-13) 12:40, 3:40, 6:40, 9:40 HANCOCK (PG-13) 5:10, 7:15, 9:30 FRI/SAT LS 11:45 Paid for by the Committee to elect Dean Monroe for Vermontville Twp. Supervisor, 517-490-9647 517-541-1144 5 ml. south ofNashville) Sunday School .........................10 a.m. 7/28-8/1 THE SPIDERWICK CHRONICLES (RO) KIT KITTREDGE: AN AMERICAN GIRL Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, SUMMER MOVIES O THE X-FILES: I WANT TO BELIEVE PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER ool vice QNopaaaea SHOWTIMES 7/26 -7/31 (PG-13) 12:00, 2:20, 4:40, 7:00, 9:20 FRI/SAT LS 11:35 Sunday Worship ................. 8:30 a.m MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH ©Stadium Sealing ©©STEP BROTHERS (R) 11:40, 2:00, 4:20, 6:50, 9:10 FRI/SAT LS 11:25 :00 & 10:30 a.m. Worship Services Sunday School for All Ages .. .10:30 am. PASTOR MATT ROHDE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH $6.50 Sunday Services: .................. 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer .............. 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion 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 . . .6:30 p.m. AWANA.................... 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville For more information call: PASTOR KATHY SMITH 795-2370 or Rt. Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 517-726-0526 Combined Sunday morning worship with Traditional 1928 Book of Gresham UMC as follows: July 13 and 27, Aug. 10 and 24 at Vermontville Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK July 6 and 20, Aug. 3,17 and 31 al Gresham Worship time: 930 a.m. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, July 26,2008 — Page 3 Ants and readers invited to library picnic W VC V t NS K > N{S J J* SS -SS lsx ?*S! S*N b « *h Ost J% ; l ::: Putnam District Library in Nashville invites summer read­ ing program participants tojoin libraiy staff and volunteers for a “Picnic with the Ants” at 11 a.m. Monday, July 28. Attendees will enjoy sto­ ries about ants while munch­ ing picnic-style snacks. Tuesday evening at 6:30 p.m., the library will present Beautiful Butterflies. In addition to observing the stages a caterpillar goes through to become a butter­ fly, summer readers will cre­ ate a butterfly oftheir own to enjoy at home. Families that have not been able to attend the Monday programs regu­ larly are strongly encouraged to catch this event. Summer readers are reminded that Aug. 9 is the last day to turn in recorded reading. Aug. 12 at 7 p.m. the library hosts ‘Drummunity!’ the summer wrap-up event for all ages. Putnam District Library serves the Village of Nashville and Assyria, Castleton, and Maple Grove townships. Regular library hours are Monday and Wednesday 10 to 6; Tuesday 3 to 8; Friday 10 to 5; and Saturday 9 to 12. Employer grant workshop to be Aug. 7 in Ionia Grants are available to help Training seminar scheduled employers train their current for Aug. 7, from 1:30 to 2:30 workforce. Learn more about p.m. in Ionia. this at the Incumbent Worker Speaker Phil Wilson of Michigan Works will share with employers the kinds of Chiropractic training grants available, costs and how to apply. Can Help... Local balloon artist and library volunteer Susan Register by calling the Ionia Neck and back pain, County Economic Alliance Kopka demonstrates at Putnam Library's Build-a-Bee headaches, numbness (ICEA) at 616-527-8014 or by activity Monday, July 21. and more! e-mail to icea@msu. edu. Nashville The seminar will be held in Chiropractic Center the ICEA conference room, 545 Apple Tree Dr., Ionia, which is the first building just off from North M-66 on Apple Tree Drive. The Pena children show off the smiling balloon bumblebees they created. Bellevue Powwow Foo Come to to Co (Mulberry (gardens is this weekend for a fabulous lunch or Dr. Mike Callton, D.C. Michigan State University National College of Chiropractic If you have questions or would like to make an appointment call: 517-852-2070 We are a Blue Cross, Medicare and Medicaid provider Most insurances accepted Call 945-9554 for 4CWads io the Maple Valley News! landa ^Pfiace The Place to Gofor Professional Styling Bellevue’s Dancing Cranes Powwow, an ethnic celebration, is slated for July 26 and 27. Residents and visitors can enjoy the beat of native drums and singing coming from the Bellevue Middle School soc­ cer and baseball field. The smell of native foods will linger in the air. Indian tacos and fry bread will please the palate. The native dancers in their native regalia, some handed down for generations, will educate and entertain the audience. Gates open at 10:30 a.m. both days for shopping from the vendors. Grand entry at 1 and 7 p.m. on Saturday and noon on Sunday. Admission is $3 for adults and under five years are free. The committee asks that all pets be left at home, as they will not be allowed in the gate. For further information you contact Frank Snyder or Leslea Boyd at 763-3197 or E-mail at bellevuepoww o w @ yahoo.com dinner in a relaxed, casual atmosphere. Lunch Buffet Daily: Salads, Soups 8c Several Entrees Dinner Specials: BBQ: Choose your favorite from our gjj menu. All-You-Can-Eat , £ o BBQ_Riblets Thursdays! • BBQ_Meatballs or • BBQ_Wings or •INCREDIBLE Homemade Salsa & Chips “* . The Family Restaurant with theAMAZING View! uCbe^rry Mon. - Fri. 6am - 9pm Sun. 6am - 3pm 975 N. Main, Nashville • (877) 852-0106 MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Tuesday — Friday S.E. Corner ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 I e>vt Ve ^nvifed fe> sin 9 VILLAGE WIDE GARAGE SALES Saturday, August 2nd in conjunction with the Car Show I Summerfest to be held in the Village of Vermontville Please come and welcome Anita Asadorian, D.O., to the Nashville community! Shown above, left to right, Diana Lightfoot, PA-C, and Anita Asadorian, D.O. Dr. Asadorian recently joined the staff at Nashville Family Medicine and is looking forward to meeting the community. When: August 5,5-7 p.m. Where: The Putnam Public Library, 327 N. Main St., in Nashville Refreshments will be served. Sponsored in part by MOOville Creamery and Maple Valley Pharmacy For more information please contact: Nashville Family Medicine 750 Durkee St., Nashville (517) 852-2133 Pennock HEALTH Mu) SERVICES �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, July 26, 2008 — Page 4 Court of appeals upholds previous rulingSOCIAL NEWS Eaton County Prosecuting report to a police radio sta­ Attorney Jeffrey L. Sauter tion. Eaton County Circuit announced this week that in Judge Thomas S. Eveland an opinion dated July 22, the sentenced Lutz to five years’ Michigan Court of Appeals probation with 60 days in unanimously affirmed the jail, community service and convictions and sentences of restitution. On appeal, Lutz claimed former Eaton County that the trial prosecutor com­ Sheriff’s Sgt. Jeffery Shannon Lutz, who shot him­ mitted misconduct, and the self and blamed the shooting trial judge erred by denying on a fictitious African- the defendant’s motion for a mistrial. Lutz argued that American suspect. The shooting occurred Sauter committed miscon­ while Lutz was on duty in duct in his opening statement March of2006. Lutz resigned by referring to “suicide mes­ from the sheriffs department sages” left by the defendant as voice mails on his in October of 2006. In March 2007, a jury con­ estranged wife’s cell phone. victed Lutz of making a false Lutz also argued that Judge report of a felony, discharg­ Eveland, abused his discre­ ing a firearm at an emer­ tion by denying Lutz’s gency vehicle, reckless use of motion for a mistrial based a firearm, and making a false on this alleged prosecutorial • Lockouts Tire Service Accident Recovery Dependable, damage-free towing! DOBBINS • Long Haul & Off-Road DOBBjjlS JEFF p9 MmpMBKU DOBBIN'S AUTO SERVICE, INC. Owner. Jeff Dobbin, ASE Master Technician nver 20 years experience FREE COIN misconduct. The court of appeals panel of judges Henry William Saad, Karen M. Fort Hood and Stephen L. Borrello found that the good-faith effort by the prosecutor to admit evidence did not con­ stitute misconduct, despite later defense objections based on the spousal privi­ lege and hearsay rule. After Sauter’s opening statement, Judge Eveland excluded the evidence, but the court of appeals found that “the trial court was over­ ly generous to defendant by excluding evidence based merely on a determination that its probative value was outweighed by its prejudicial effect rather than based on a determination that is proba­ tive value was substantially outweighed by the danger of unfair prejudice.” The prosecutor could not have known that the trial court would exercise its dis­ cretion in this manner, the court of appeals wrote, “because it is reasonable to believe the evidence of defendant’s expressions of a suicidal intent shortly after being confronted with the police having recovered potentially incriminating evi­ dence was substantially pro­ bative as evidence of con­ sciousness of guilt.” The incriminating evidence consisted of a .25-caliber handgun loaned to Lutz APPRAISALS Tuesday, August 5 Independent Bank WE ARE BUYING’ 194 Main St. Vermontville, MI * Cleaning coins may decrease their value. * No appointment necessary! * If you have questions, call: KC 1-800-422-4405 ____________________________________ hC Visit us on//ne...www.hcc-coin.com “Our Family Serving Yours (517)852-9712 Hwy-Nashville 02692907_______ Aug. 7 Aug. 19 Aug. 20 Aug. 21 Scott A. Daniels VOTE FOR Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Master Gardener Association Executive Committee Meeting, 6 p.m., County Seat. 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7 p.m., Courts and Law Building Conference Room. Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Eaton County residents may be eligible for food programs Those having difficulty handling the rapidly increas­ ing cost of food may benefit from Capital Area Community Services two no­ cost food programs. Eaton County residents may qualify for one or both, based on cer­ tain age and/or income crite­ ria. Once the application has been completed in person at the CACS office, households unable to pick up their food order(s) due to transportation issues may be able to arrange delivery to their doorstep for a minimal fee. The monthly commodity food orders for July will be available through July 31. The quarterly commodity food will be available begin­ ning Tuesday, Aug. 5. 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So ifyour old coins are sitting around in a closet collecting dust, this is the time to see what they are worth! HCC will purchase your coins at the appraised value if desired. by a fellow deputy. The bor­ rowed handgun matched shell casings found at the crime scene. Those shell cas­ ings did not match Lutz’s service weapon, a .40-caliber handgun, which was fired five times. A witness living near the crime scene heard only five shots that night The prosecu­ tion theorized that Lutz planted the shell casings as evidence of a second hand­ gun — allegedly used by his fictitious assailant - at the crime scene. The court of appeals con­ cluded that the prosecutor referred to the proposed evi­ dence in his opening state­ ment based on a good-faith belief that is properly admis­ sible. Finally, there was no con­ stitutional violation of the confrontation clause because, viewed objectively, the cir­ cumstances indicate that the defendant’s estranged wife primarily made statements to a detective to obtain police assistance regarding an ongo­ The children of John and ing emergency, to prevent Linda (Murphy) Cheese­ Lutz from committing sui­ man would like to invite you cide. Senior Assistant to join us in celebration of their 50th wedding anniver­ Prosecuting Attorney William M. Worden filed the sary on Saturday, August people’s appellate brief. 2, 2008 from 1 to 5 p.m. at Susan M. Meinberg, of the Pleasantview Family Church, 2601 Lacey Rd., Dowling. John and Linda were married August 2, 1958 in state appellate defender’s office, represented Lutz on Nashville, Mich. Together they raised four children, Marcia Hause, Ann (Rob) Eldred, John (Sherrie) his appeal. Cheeseman, and Donald (Beth) Cheeseman. They have six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. No gifts, please, your presence is the only gift required. If you are not able to attend but would like to send a card, send to John and Linda at 8660 Barryville Rd., Nashville, Ml 49073. for Castleton Township Trustee • An Experienced Professional • 10 Year Resident of Castleton Township • Representing All Residents 06675504 Paid for by the Committee to Elect Mike Trahan, 3 1 52 Shumac, Nashville, Ml 49073 Jack & Jody s Country Kettle Cafe HOME COOKING AT ITS BEST Open 7 Days a Week - 6 am - 8 pm Excellent Air Conditioning Excellent Food Excellent Desserts Excellent Service Excellent Prices Friendliest People Just a dam good place to eat — try us! Country Kettle Cafe Nashville’s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! 113Main St, Nashville • Phone (517) 852-9700 board SEATS to BE VOTED ON NOV 4 The Maple Valley Schools Board of Education will have two board seats to be voted upon at the annual school election on Tuesday,, Nov... 4. There are m ? f?ur’X?ar terms of office t0 be filled for Jan 1, 2009 - Dec. 31, 2012. Note that due to changes required in the school election consolidation laws, e, o T,aPl® Valley Schools are now coordinated under the direction of Debbie Smith,, Barry County Clerk.. Therefore,,, petitions, affidavits of identy.and tity . any y additional information are available from the County y Clerk’s Office at 220 W. State St., Hastings. The last date for filing nominating peti peti-­ tions for board candidates is Tuesday,, Aug.., 12, 2008,, by 4:00 pm.. If you have candidate questions, call the County Clerks Office at (269) 945-1285 PLcall call the school directly at (517) 852-9699. __________ 0269572a �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, July 26,2008 — Page 5 Governor signs new laws to help revitalize downtowns Gov. Jennifer M. Granholm has signed legisla­ tion that creates new tools and enhances existing ones to help efforts to reinvent and reinvigorate downtown areas across Michigan. These tools will help attract entrepreneurs to downtowns. "Vibrant downtowns, both large and small, are vital to a prosperous future for Michigan, and revitalizing them was key among my State of the State priorities," said Granholm. "A new gen­ eration of entrepreneurs all across the nation is showing that city centers can be new creative hubs that attract top­ notch employees. These tools will help us improve our downtowns in the areas of housing, commercial, and retail development." The new laws amend existing statutes to: • Allow local downtown development authorities (DDA) to operate retail busi­ ness incubators. • Allow DDAs to offer loan programs for improve­ ments to existing buildings located in downtown dis­ tricts. • Reactivate e Commercial Redevelopment Act to allow new tax abate­ ments for new or replace­ ment facilities in redevelop­ ment districts in a cities or villages; • Increase the potential number of applications ofthe Neighborhood Enterprise Zone Act, an existing law designed to reinvigorate neighborhoods in distressed communities. • Require the Natural Resources Trust Fund board to give additional consideration to trails that intersect downtowns when determin­ ing funding priorities, and expand local governments' ability to exempt personal property to distressed parcels to encourage redevelopment of rundown parcels in down­ towns. THE Antenna Men Mike Heinze and Derek Willett H,, ome ttown O z-xw. nedI andI Operated _ 06675607 Andrews-Hanson Mr. and Mrs. George Hanson of Rockford are pleased to announce the engagement of their daugh­ ter, Tiffany Marie Hanson, to Christopher Joseph Andrews, son of Doris Andrews of Charlotte and the late Mark Andrews ofNashville. The bride-to-be is a 2002 The Sunfield Farmers Picnic Board is searching for graduate of Rockford High participants for this year’s School. The groom-to-be is a 2002 talent show, scheduled for 7 graduate of Maple Valley p.m. Saturday, Aug. 16. All types of talents are High School. Both completed their bach­ being sought singers, Phone Pat Reser at 616-693­ musicians, dancers, comedi­ elor of science in education 2161 for more information. from Central ans or bands. Don't wait too degrees The Ox Roast will wind up long, the picnic will be here Michigan University in with music and dancing on December of 2007. soon. from 7 to 11 p.m. Aug. 9. Chris and Tiffany have Sign up by calling Betsy Guests are encouraged to Louthan at 517-566-8304 or accepted teaching positions bring their own lawn chairs e-mail her at in Virginia and will be mov­ to JJs south parking lot to ing there this fall. bllouthan85@yahoo.com. enjoy the entertainment A garden wedding is planned for July 26, 2008. Garden Ce//f Talent sought for Sunfield Farmers Picnic *Ditt Pica) Just north of Mooville ... 5715 South M-66 • 517-852-1864 SUMMER SALE!!! GIFT ITEMS TEMS I ANNUALS 75% OFF KWllIBlMTlftWMiWE 20% OFF | TREES & SHRUBS I P PATIO FURNITURE 25% OFF | PERENNIALS 25% OFF 10% OFF Great Selection of: Perennials, Trees, Shrubs, Fruit Trees. Soil, Bulk and Bagged Mulches and Stones, Screened & Unscreened Top Soil, Hanging Baskets, Fire Rings, Patio Furniture Need wedding invitations? Stop by and check out the large selection at: Printing Plus 1351N. M-43 Hwy, Hastings Landscaping - FREE Estimates Hours M-F 9am-6pm • Sat. 9am-5pm 7716 ONLY Candidate GvfSCv with Hands-on Experience DEBBIE SMITH Your Barry County Clerk • YOUR COUNTY CLERKfor 9 years • Elected twice as YOUR COUNTY CLERK • 27 years HANDS ON EXPERIENCE • Supported by entire stafffor re-election in 2008 Saving Taxpayers approximately $50,000 per year by designing and programming ballots and voting equipment rather than paying a vendor It is my belief, from my past 8 years as Hope Township Clerk, that Debbie Smith is the best qualified candidate for Barry County Clerk with her knowledge, integrity, experience, qualifi­ cation and ability to handle the individual needs of 16 Townships along with her other County Clerk duties. Linda Eddy-Hough orked hard W I Debbie h?s ?s.a Tdedion on oofficials eas- IgSS-— ISS ThomappleToivmlbP^. Debbie Smith has the experience, knowledge, and the dedication to keep the Barry County Clerk's office one ofthe best in West Michigan. Loma Wilson, Castleton Township Clerk and supports local deri^ ™,?UM8<SS form the elecu elecuOn dutits X y I ence, knowledOgen dauntdi tsX“ eexperideWlareu %ednd a«;"tion to Tomns omns^p'^ I or Your Best Selection at the AUGUST STH ELECTION Re-Bleet Your County Clerk Debbie Smith Jk Paid for by the Committee to Re-Elect Your County Clerk Debbie Smith, 7401 E. Barnum Rd., Woodland, MI 48897 06674034 • Digital tvSolutions 5tl IT/■ O4OWnUn4o3o“ • Winzeun/7V.4nrennas antennamen@qmail.com www.theantennamen.com • Digital Converters •ChannelMaster • Custom installation g • Insured • Guaranteed *40 Years Experience Next Ox Roast meeting is Monday Organizers are still mak­ ing the last-minute plans for this year’s Clarksville Ox Roast, set for Aug. 9. The next meeting will be at 7:30 p.m. Monday, July 28, in the township hall. There is still time for crafters to sign up to show their wares. •Outdoor Antennas Tiwn • Rotors MAPLE VALLEY JUNIOR CHEERLEADING Register NOW for the 2008 Football Season! 3rd Grade through 8th Grade or 8 years old by Sept. 1st Registration Cost: $30.00 ’Additional cost for required uniform pieces July 28th • 6-8pm High School Football Field Forms are available at Double Shots in Nashville Monday-Friday 7am-3pm If any questions please contact Sue Morris at 517-852-1897 COACHES NEEDED ** We are also looking for parents or adults interested in coaching. Please contact: April Wagner at 517-726-0358 rfoanfc You, Organizers of the 8th Annual Crunch Classic would like to thank everyone who helped make this year's outing another great success, , Nashville V.F.W. Hometown Lumber Mooville Nashville Family Chiropractic Hastings City Bank Shirley’s Chuck Wagon Carl’s Supermarket Roush’s Sidewalk Cafe Kent Oil Trumble Agency Two J’s Vermontville Hardware Independent Bank Janelie’s Haircuts, Tanning and Massage Maple Valley Athletic Boosters Shell Goodtime Pizza Road Runners Bar and Grill Hughe’s Hide and Fur Maple Valley Pharmacy The Salon All That Glitters Floral Eaton Federal Bank C-Store Jeff and Laurie Little Dick Chaffee & Team Chaffee For the BBQ Beef K&K Custom Engraving For All the People We Had Selling Prizes and 50/50 Tickets Kyle and Angle Christopher for the Music and the Vegas Hole Ben Page Terrence Augustine and Dart Bank\ 06675691 Kelly Fuel Maple Valley High School Charlotte Wal-Mart Duey’s Corner Court-Side Ewing Garden Center Olivet College Main Street Salon Mulberry Fore County Kettle Miller Photography Vermontville Syrup Assoc. Outboard Inn Nashville Syrup Assoc. Lee Augustine Little’s Country Store Thunder Bay Golf Club and Resort in Alpena Wendy’s of Charlotte Tony Joostberns xjs Team Joostberns Ken’s Standard Benedict Family Syrup Bill and Sharon Allen MH Jack Holden . Tri County Electric V.F.W. Women’s Aux. for Food and Prizes, Linda, Shelly, Laurie & Jeff IJ Rick Fowler And Last But Not Least, for all the Golfers, with their fashions and accessories., make every year a memorable one! j �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, July 26, 2008 — Page 6 From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Delivery wrong, but was message right New ideas could help old town prosper To the editor: Although I do not agree with the way that Dean Monroe presented his con­ cern for community develop­ ment, it is obvious that he has a vested interest in the wel­ fare of this village. I don’t believe that the Monroes would have invest­ ed so much of their time, money and energy, if they didn’t want to grow with the community. I understand that recently, a government grant for village renovation was on ment. Has anyone asked what the context ofthe whole discussion at the meeting was about? That was not printed. The only comments that have been printed have been negative about Monroe and have not been asking any other questions about this issue. Maybe the level of frustra­ tion of newer business own­ ers is high due to this “No­ Change” attitude. At least Monroe had the courage to confront the problem, even board to be approved, only to be rejected by one person, stating that the village didn’t need a “handout.” That kind of attitude would certainly thwart any prospec­ tive entrepreneur from investing into the village. Dean has a very real reason for concern as a tax-paying business owner in the village, if this attitude remains preva­ lent. Also, it is interesting how the true character of the vil­ lage is drawn out in this argu- though it could have been handled with more tact. What kind of a village is this that takes one statement and inflames it without the rest of the story and is ready to boycott this man out of business? Please inform me. I am fairly new to this com­ munity as well. Deb and Dean are also my neighbors, and good ones at that. Pamela Chase Hess Nashville To the editor: We see letters written ask­ ing for apologies. We saw and still see people — those hold­ ing office and are in the pub­ lic eye — embarrass this com­ munity. Yet, some criticize those people for using "free­ dom of speech," for taking the initiative to better this com­ munity. Let me ask, what is wrong with this picture? I have been in the Nashville area for nine years DDA can help businesses, village Comment is To the editor: Having lived in the Nashville area for three years, I have been welcomed by this community. I too believe most people are very nice. Having traveled many times to Mexico, I’ve seen Call 945-9554 far Maple Valley News classified ads (About 2,000 cars per day travel through this village). Having advertised in most areas of the media, our busi­ ness has drawn people from all over Michigan and many are referred to merchants in the village. Note: We are on a hill but do not-look down” on any­ one including the people of the village of Nashville. Having grown up in Charlotte, we decided to make our home in the friend­ ly village ofNashville. Dean W. Monroe, Nashville the deterioration of Tijuana and other towns, both in Mexico and the U.S. The idea for the DDA is to entice new business and con­ sumers to stop and enjoy shopping in this village. This in turn will create more jobs for both adults and our chil­ dren locally, as well as enhance our tax base, reliev­ ing tax burdens on the com­ munity. Many good things are now happening in Nashville. I said in the past Highway 66 gives us an edge other vil­ lages would love to have. 06675672 Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; IllffIl MAlDI■■k IVf PAAl EI E E V■ m Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service Real Estate NASHVILLE ” Phone (517) 852-1915 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 - ABR Home 517-852-5066 $99,0001! ON ONE ACRE SOUTH OF VERMONTVILLE 'In the country!" Room for a gar­ den, Maple Valley schools, 3 bed­ rooms, 2 baths, '2002' model manufactured/ranch home, 2x6 exterior walls, 2 car garage plus shed, central air, 1st floor laundry, stove and refrigerator included. Occupancy at closel Call Homer (CH-43) VACANT PARCELS $99,80011 IN NASHVILLE ON CORNER LOTI NICE 4 BEDROOM HOME NOW $109,00011 NASHVILLE ■ NICE "UPDATED" FAMILY HOME APPROX. 1900 SQ. FT. 4 bedroom, 2 full bath home with fenced back yard, MFL, large kitchen and dining, huge living room, all appl. incl., (except hot tub neg.), includes 2 car heated garage plus bonus 1 car garage. Call Homer for an appt. (N-39) Large living room w/open stairway, nice kitchen w/many cabinets, range 6r refrigerator included. 3 seasons room, enclosed back porch & large deck. 2 car garage. Call Homer (N-44) 2.2 ACRES NORTH OF VERMONT­ VILLE. On main road - surveyed, perked, modulars acceptable. Nat. VERMONTVILLE! "PARK-LIKE" gas available, rolling with some trees. Land Contract terms. Call Homer. SETTING ON 3 LOTS. $44,90011 PRICE REDUCEDI (VL-114) 3 bedroom mobile home with an "addition", all new shingles, home 3 ACRES PERKED St SURVEYED: recently updated w/new Rolling terrain, seeded to hay, seller was financing available. North of kitchen cabinets. Call Homer for Vermontville, blacktop road. PRICE REDUCED! Call Homer. (VL-155) more details. (V-127) PRICE REDUCED TO $90,0001 GOOD FAMILY HOME IN NASHVILLE! 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1st floor laundry. 2 car garage 2/heated workshop. Patio & 3 seasons room, central air, fenced yard. Call Homer (N-157)' 2+ ACRES North of Vermontville, blacktop road, natural gas available, surveyed, perked. Contract terms. Call Homer. PRICE REDUCEDI (VL-34) IN NASHVILLE BUILDING LOT 55X132: Water & sewer available, chain link fence, storage shed, flow­ ers 8t shrubs. Call Homer. Listed at $14,000! (VL-42) 4 ACRES IN COUNTRY Perked & sur­ IN VERMONTVILLE CLOSE TO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL NASHVILLE GOOD STARTER OR RETIREMENT HOME - $49,900! bedroom home with Walking distance veyed, good location, paved road, close to hunting fie fishing. Culvert 8r 8 room, 3 bedroom home on dou 5 drive are in. MV Schools. Located ble lot. Covered deck on the front. north of Vermontville. Call Call Homer, listed at $59,900! Homer. (VL-149) (V-45) from town. Appliances included. Ideal for investors or "offspring". Call Homer. (N-46) room, 2 -detached garage. THORNAPPLE LAKE - $88,9001! Shows like new, 1998 mfg. home, central air, double lot. Lake access pls it's on a channel on an "all sports" lake. Call Homer. (LK-26) burgeoning bigotry To the editor: Sometimes an apology isn’t enough. Over the past week, I have heard many people commenting on the statements made by Dean Monroe regarding his com­ parison of Nashville to Tijuana. While I found these com­ ments to be deplorable, I remained quiet. That is until these comments spurred fur­ ther racial tumult. I am a Mexican American. I would hardly call myself an equal rights activist, howev­ er, I do believe in civility. I believe in common courtesy. I was raised to believe that despite what you might think or feel about another person or group of people, you should keep those thoughts to yourself because all people, even bigots, have feelings, and it is never acceptable to make anyone feel uncomfort­ able. Especially about the skin that they were bom in. As harsh as it may seem, the simple truth is that bigotry comes from ignorance. Ignorance is defined as the state or fact of being igno­ rant; lack of knowledge, learning, information, etc. Some of the remarks that I have heard have come from people who do not have first­ hand knowledge of negative interactions with Mexicans, and are just regurgitating frustrations made by those in the media regarding illegal immigration. Some of these people ever learned common courtesy. Much uproar has been made about the fact that it is wrong of Monroe to make these comments since he is a local businessman and is also running for public office. While this is true, he should never have made the remarks he did, the real wrong is that a member of our community made these comments, and others in the community are using them to fuel and spread their own ignorance. Many people speak before they think, and while I cannot say for certain, I have a feel­ ing this was the case for Monroe. Maybe his com­ ments were not meant to be degrading toward the Mexican race in itself, but that is what it has turned into. I think what bothers me the mos is that people are not upset by his racist comments towards the Mexican race, but that he compared them to a race of people who most around here consider inferior. As I said before, I am a Mexican American. I am not inferior. I am a college-edu­ cated woman who has now been made to feel uncomfort­ able in the small community in which I once thought was an oasis from the bigger towns where people do not care about others and racism is an issue. So you see Mr. Monroe, while I may not have been offended by your initial com­ ment in itself, the uproar that it caused has created much offense. Dawn Yost, Vermontville Township and only witness that the vil­ lage has not gotten better but only deteriorated in those nine years. Again, let me ask, what is wrong with that picture? Take a look ... vacant buildings that could and would be prosperous with a major change of rules, regu­ lations, appearances and with the help of people like Dean Monroe. When 40 percent of the houses in Nashville are rentals and not individual own­ ers tells a story that people are not rushing to Nashville for its prosperity and "welcoming wagon" status. Maybe we need to get rid of the "close-knit village" approach. Those that say, “We lived here 40, 50, 60 years ...” need to ask, does the village look different? Do we have more businesses? Do we have better harmony? Is it better kept up? Etc. We need to ask ourselves what we can do to better this community... to make it more prosperous ... to welcome more people, to generate more revenue and to get rid ofthe so called "close-knit" (better yet, close-minded) community. Wake up Nashville, thank Mr. Monroe. If we had a Monroe here nine years ago there would have been a Carhartt and Wolverine shoe business in Nashville, and it would have been prosperous. So people do your home­ work, and thank Mr. Monroe. He may be your only hope. Pat Warner, Nashville P&VVW^/ZZ^SkXXXXSffi^ Re-Elect Our Sheriff DAR LEAF The People’s Choice Endorsed by Right to Life of Michigan i | And by the following... J Paid for by the People to Re-elect Our Sheriff Oar Leaf, 224 Fuller St.. Nashville, Ml 49073 £ 06675494 Hl �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday. July 26. 2008 — Page 7 Local students graduate from MSU Several area residents took part in Michigan State University’s spring convoca- tion ceremony in May at the Jack Breslin Student Events Center. The college ceremonies, KEEP YOUR COUNTY COMMISSIONER‘ S addition to MSU’s under­ graduate convocation for all For Drain Commissioner 08675777 ’’’J s L. and the advanced degree cer­ emony. In all 8,498 undergradu­ ates, 1,380 master’s, 492 doctoral and 385 other degree 133 S. Main 51N7a-s8h5 vi2lle-0, M86l8 You’re In, You’re Out... Y0U re Grocery Store Pricing with Party Store Convenience! SALE MON. JULY 28 TUE. JULY29 residents Local Bellevue Eye, Lynn Rachael master of arts degree, HU. AUG 1 '^GALLON — child Pengra, Laurel Mae — bachelor of science degree, dietetics.* Nashville arts bachelor of political science and urban Curtis, degree, pre-law, regional plan­ BANANAS Lisa of Dean arts — degree, criminal justice. 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Box 188 Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone (269) 945-9554 • Fax (269) 945-5192 Nashville IGA Express Accepts: Mon.-Thur. 6AM-iopm: FrUSat. 6AM-Midnlght; Sun. 9AM-10PM Bridge Cards - LV/C �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, July 26,2008 — Page 8 Creative fashions rai by Amy Jo Parish It was a day a of dresses and downswings July 12, when golfers hit the links for the Crunch Classic golf out­ ing in honor of the late Tony Dunkleberger. Held at Mulberry Fore Golf Course in Nashville, the Crunch Classic raised nearly $2,600 that will be used to provide scholarships to local high school athletes. This was the ninth year the event was held, and organiz­ er LeRoy Starks said it wouldn’t be possible without the overwhelming support received from businesses and individuals in the area. "This is just an awesome community," said Starks with a smile. "What a great community this is that every year it (the golf outing) keeps getting better and bet­ ter." With more than 100 prizes donated, very few partici­ pants went home emptyhanded. The big winner for the day was Tom Teft who pocketed $760 when the winning ticket in the 50/50 raffle was announced. Though the weather fore­ cast was one of gloom and doom, the rain stopped in time for the course to be ready for tee-off time. The toughest obstacle of the day, however, was not the forecast. "The best dressed and sex­ iest dressed are getting hard­ er to judge," said Starks. "Some of the ways the golfers dress, they really get into this. The accessories they put on, clip-on earrings and matching necklaces. (From left) T.J. Milleson, Jack Holdon, Lee Gould and Nick Storm take a breather Some even paint their nails to match their outfits. It's just from the rigorous task of golfing as divas. funny to see them. They could be persuaded to wear skirts, but appar­ ently Jeff Jameson and Jamie Canfield just couldn’t trade in their ball caps for something more feminine. THE MAPLE VALLEY LITTLE LEAGUE WOULD LIKE TO THANK THE FOLLOWING INDIVIDUALS AND BUSINESSES FOR A SUCCESSFUL 2008 SEASON! ’SPONSOR Apparently, Brian Carpenter thought the skirt was enough since he didn’t choose to shave his legs for the event. COACH Court-Side Screen Printing & Embroidery Bryan Carpenter Ewing Garden Center Dayton Walker Peas in a Pod Daycare Matt Rohde Lynn Denton Agency Franklin Well Drilling Jody Franklin Paul Boldrey Simpson Pioneer Seed Matt Williams Kent Oil & Propane Allen Brass J&J Remodeling Tony Hansen Rose Construction Ed Sheldon E & E Farms Josh Pitcher Hansbarger Construction Eric Terpening Baron Tons Karen Johnson It’s a jungle out there for Kory Starks. (Photographs by Millers Photographic Studio) Relay For Life Karen Woodman Eaton Federal Savings Bank Jim Brown MV Pharmacy Bob Allen Carl's Jamie Brighton MOOville Tim Ramey Good-Time Pizza Chris Musser Hickory Ridge Veterinary Service Warren Penix Special Thank You to JH Photographic Studio, MOOville, Maple Valley Pharmacy, Roger Courey, Frank Silvas, and Vermontville Women's Club for their generous donations. „„„„ 06675693 The VFW hall in Nashville went the extra mile for the event, preparing food and helping to sell the 50/50 raffle tickets prior to the event. The event draws specta­ tors to the VFW each year just to see the gentlemen dressed in their unusual golf- A Nam&fhat You Can an Trust Located at the Intersection of M-43 & M-50 Driver Education for students M years, 8 months or older Payment Plans Available r- SEGMENT I CLASS SEGMENT II CLASS August 4-21 Aug, 26-28 Come bring a friend and find out that learning to drive can be fun! To obtain a registration, call (517) 566-7229 Instructors Phil Smith Denny Ackerson & Roily Krauss' w ing attire. Starks is hoping the event will continue to be success­ ful through many more years and is already thinking about new items to make next year's event even more enjoyable. "We want more things for people to enjoy. We don't want it to get old, but the way they dress, it's not going to," laughed Starks. Anyone wishing to contribute ue to the scholarship fund may do so at Eaton Federal Savings Bank in Nashville. Call anytime to place your Maple Valley News classified 269-945-9554 or 1-899-679-7065 -••-■■-a mMAAWtt WenHEtYio YnO '. MAW WHEY YOUTH football CAMP July 28,29,3# • Call Lnn aDtenthtoen HS1 Pra2ctice4 Fiiehl at 517-852-0964 with questions y GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. t iRiSeAm^llinder u,op«oe «ioeiSA.^llthfr.m6mWpm>« . must have a cunent physical to participat 06675277 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, July 26, 2008 — Page 9 In My Own Hayes Green Beach offering EMT training course Write Charlotte Area Emergency injuries, hazardous materials, Medical Services and Eaton extrication and more. Rapids Area Emergency Class sessions will be held Medical Services, depart­ each Tuesday and Thursday ments of Hayes Green Beach evening from 6 to 9 p.m. in by Amy Jo Memorial Hospital, are the Trumley Education Parish offering an emergency med­ Center at Hayes Green ical technician training Beach. Several Saturday course beginning Sept 9. This Michigan Department of Community Health, EMS- and Trauma Barry County Prosecutor Services Section-approved course will provide basic Tom Evans, Barry County I had lunch with a friend to get a photo from the top of fundamental, working Sheriff Dar Leaf, Nashville the other day and over our the tallest ride on the mid­ knowledge ofthe emergency Police Chief Jerry Schray salsa and chimichungas, she way. medical field. Topics will and State Rep. Brian Calley said something that struck a Unfortunately for me, the include medical legal, anato­ will take on a new role chord with me. She’s reading tallest ride was not the slow my and physiology, patient Tuesday, July 29, to benefit a book, and in it, the author moving very enjoyable Ferris assessment, basic life sup­ the Nashville skate park says that whatever comes wheel. Oh, no, it was a nineport, pre-hospital care of fund. naturally to you, whatever story vertical drop to certain The group will serve medical and traumatic makes you content and ful­ death. patrons of Good Time Pizza filled, whatever is like After conferring with Fair breathing to you, that is your Board President Theo passion. Savage and one of the own­ Now, if anyone has ers of the midway, the plan searched for her passion or was to ride to the top, snap a purpose in life it would be few shots and gently, slowly this roving reporter. and safely be lowered to the From Alaska to Oregon, ground. from education to journal­ Somehow, however, I got Nashville United This program will be a ism, from graphic design to talked into filling up the Methodist Church invites all celebration 'of God’s love technical theater, I have empty seat on the trip before children ages 4 through sixth and a chance for children to spent time in a variety of me (the thing had to balanced grade to ride the wave of learn new Beach Befields (next to multi-tasking — or so I was told). God’s love at its summer Attitudes. Each lesson will in the Webster’s dictionary Let me just say that ‘gen­ Vacation bible school, be supported with Bible sto­ my picture can be found). tle’ is not a word you will “Beach Party: ‘Surfin’ ries, science activities, songs, Each of these places and jobs find in the description of my Through the Scriptures.” crafts, games and snacks. have been great experiences descent. And suddenly, the The fun will begin At trip to the beach would where I learned new skills, quintessential fair food — an Monday, July 28, through not be complete without a met new people and tried elephant ear — which had Friday, Aug. 1, from 9:30 few surprises. something that I had wanted smelled and sounded so a.m. to noon. There will be a Meet at NUMC on the to see if I would be any good tempting before the ride, no Bible school celebration dur­ comer of State and at. longer held appeal. It became ing the regular NUMC wor- Washington streets at 9:30 The more I thought about a cinnamon-sugar coated ship on Sunday, Aug. 3, at a.m. on July 28 to be a part of it, the more I realized that I unintended tdd sacrifice ifi off the 9:30 a.m. Surfin’ Through Through the may not have a problem find­ job. ing my purpose but rather I guess my point is this, narrowing it down to just what we are passionate about one. is what we are willing to I think a better sign of make sacrifices for. Family, what your passion is what a best friend, the well-being you are willing to sacrifice of children — these are all for it. Family, loved ones, things we should be passion­ children, Christian values - ate about. Beyond that, A Senior Project Fresh to purchase locally grown these are all things that though, we all have God­ class will be available for sen­ fresh fruits and vegetables at should be sacrificed for (in given skills, abilities and iors to receive free nutrition no cost Each coupon booklet my opinion, anyway). interests. education and coupon books is worth $20. Each qualifying Beyond those, each of us These were given for a have something that creates reason — not so they would at 11:00 a.m. Monday, July senior citizen can receive one at the Hastings coupon booklet Coupons may fulfillment and purpose in be laid aside and not pursued. 21, Commission on Aging, 320 be used at any participating our lives. Take this job for Whether it’s being the best W. Woodlawn Ave., farmer’s market through Oct. instance. Sometimes journal­ parent you can be, excelling Hastings. 31. ists have to sacrifice time at your job, music, art, col­ Senior Project Fresh is a Refreshments will be pro­ with their family to attend lecting vintage cars or what­ free program for moderate vided at Monday’s class. If functions. We should sacri­ ever, grab on to it and make a income seniors age 60 years there will be a proxy fice our own opinions and conscious effort to pursue it. and older to purchase locally involved, the proxy needs to Ifmore people in our com­ bias to tell the story as it hap­ grown fresh fruits and veg­ be present to sign for the pened, without a slant. munity did this, I am sure it etables. Seniors can sign up coupon book. More dates And, just a few short would make a positive differ­ to receive a coupon book to and times will soon be avail­ weeks ago, I nearly sacri­ ence. I can’t say for sure that be used at any participating able for Senior Project Fresh ficed an elephant ear for a it would boost our economy, state farmer’s market. coupon distribution. photo. How? Please, indulge but it sure couldn’t hurt. Income is based on house­ Call MSU Extension at At least more of us would me while I explain. I was at hold total. Senior citizens 269-945-1388 or the the Eaton County Fair and be happier. with a monthly income of Commission on Aging at Just a thought. had the bright idea that it $1,604 or lower for one 269-948-4856 with any ques­ would be a neat perspective household member and tions. $2,159 or lower for two This program is sponsored household members qualify. by Michigan State University The Senior Project Fresh Extension, Barry County program allows senior citizens Commission on Aging and the Senior Farmer’s Market Nutrition Program under the USDA. sessions will also be held throughout the course. The $775 tuition will cover all books, uniforms and sup­ plies. A payment plan may be arranged. Interested candidates should plan to attend an ori- entation session on Thursday, Aug., 7 at 6:30 p.m. in the Trumley Education Center at HGB. For more information, con­ tact paramedic Dan Sowles at 517-541-5912. Celebrity dinner will benefit skate park Elephant ear? from 5 to 8 p.m. and all tips for the evening will go directly to the development of a skate park in Nashville. Schray said the communi­ ty will also have the opportu­ nity to ask questions or direct comments to the servers dur­ ing the event. "We thought it would be a great time and they can address any questions or concerns the community might have," said Schray. He also encourages any other local public figures who would like to take part in the event and serve at Good Time to contact him at 269-838-2996. 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Horse MUST SEE!!!! $11,700. tack, saddles, bridles, etc., (616)893-6681 western clothes, Earnhardt SR collection, LN Air Hock­ PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: ey table, '04 Dodge Neon, All real estate advertising in this news­ antiques, dog houses, nice paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act 16-28 furwomen's clothliing 16-28, and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which niture, Nordic Trac, Peavy collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimina­ UHF wireless guitar unit, tion based on race, color, religion, sex, much more. 3097 Section handicap, familial status, national origin, Rd., Nashville. 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. oRroRTumTv 06663312 Farm E.A.R.T.H. = EDUCATED ANIMAL Rescue and Teen Haven is in urgent need of HAY DONATIONS. We will come pick it up, clean out your bam of old hay (Any type of hay that isn't moldy). E.A.R.T.H. 501(c)3 is a non-profit organization. All donations are tax deduc­ tible. PLEASE CALL (269)962-2015 Tuna salad, wheat bread, marinated vegetables, pineapple tidbits. Polish sausage on bun, w/American cheese, mixed vegetables, asparagus, apple. Cottage cheese, garbanzo bean salad, tropical fruit, whole wheat crackers. Tuesday, July 29 Chicken parmesan, noo­ dles, broccoli, peas and car­ rots, diced pears, jello. Wednesday, July 30 Meatloaf, mashed pota­ toes, chopped spinach, mixed fruit, wheat bread. Thursday, July 31 Ziti w/chicken, winter blend veggies, com, spiced apples. • All letters are subject to editing dor style, grammar and sense. • Letters that serve as testimonials for or criticisms of for-profit businesses will not be accepted. Friday, August 1 Activities Calendar 28: Monday, July Hastings - Music with Sam; Crafts 10:30 a.m.; Card Making 12:30 p.m. Delton Bingo. H,W,N Reminiscence. Tuesday, July 29: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30. a.m.; Bocce Ball 10:30 a.m.; Bible Study 12:30 p.m. GL Cards and Games 10:30 a.m. Friday, August 1 Baked pollock, rice, lima beans, pineapple tidbits. Cold Menu Monday, July 28 Ground bologna, wheat bread, com and tomato salad, diced pears. Tuesday, July 29 Ham and pasta salad, American cheese, garbanzo bean salad, mandarin oranges. Wednesday, July 30 Chicken slice, wheat bread, tomato salad, mixed fruit. Wednesday, July 30: Hastings - Nails; Music with Sam; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m. Delton - Reminiscence. Thursday, July 31: Hast­ ings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with the Lewis’; haircuts make appt. Delton Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville TV Time. Friday, August 1: Hastings - Exercise 9 a.m.; Mixed Media Painting 9:30 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m.; Model Railroad 12 p.m. Woodland Visiting. Volleyball meeting will be held on Wednesday There will be a pre-season meeting, for high school girls GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. The Maple Valley News welcomes letters to the editor from readers, but there are a few conditions that must be met before they will be published. The requirements are: • Letters that contain statements that are libelous or slanderous will not be published. Thursday, July 31 Barry. County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Hearty Menu Monday, July 28 Write us a letter! • All letters must be signed by the writer, with address and phone number provided for verification. All that will be printed is the writer’s name and community of residence. We do not publish anonymous letters, and names will be withheld at the editor’s discretion for compelling reasons only. LEGAL NOTICE COMMISSION ON AGING SCHEDULE OF EVENTS to discuss try-outs for the upcoming season’s high school volleyball teams, Wednesday, July 30, at 6 p.m. in the Maple Valley High School gym. Anyone interested in play­ ing volleyball is asked to please attend. FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORT­ GAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a cer­ tain mortgage made by: Juanita J Gingrich and Charles S Gingrich, Husband and Wife to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., solely as nominee for Access Mortgage and Financial Corporation, Mortgagee, dated September 7, 2005 and recorded December 15,2005 in Instrument # 1157729 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mort­ gage was subsequently assigned to: HSBC Mortgage Services Inc, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety-Three Thousand Four Hundred Fifty Two Dollars and Fourteen Cents ($193,452.14) including interest 10.75% 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, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on August 14,2008. Said premis­ es are situated in City of Barry County, Hastings, Michigan, and are described as: The South one half of Lots 1173 and 1174 of the City, Formerly Village of Hastings, according to the recorded plat thereof. Commonly known as 828 S Church Street, Hastings Ml 49058 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or. MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later. Dated: JULY 9, 2008 HSBC Mortgage Services Inc, Assignee Mortgagee off Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 08-95387 ASAP# 2817876 07/12/2008, 07/26/2008, 07/19/2008, 08/02/2008 06674931 NOTICE TO VILLAGE RESIDENTS The Village of Nashville would like to remind all residents that according to our current zoning ordinance Section 3.03o - there can be no more than three adult dogs or cats in combination kept or housed in any residential zone. Please keep your household pet pop­ ulation at or under three (3) adult animals. Thank you Nashville Village Clerk . 06675682 ®g£ AMSQLANCI S i • Letters serving the function of “cards of thanks” will not be accepted unless there is a compelling public interest, which will be determined by the editor. • Letters that include attacks of a personal nature will not be published or will be edited heavily. • “Crossfire” letters between the same two people on one issue will be limited to one for each writer. • In an effort to keep opinions varied, there is a limit of one letter per person per month. • We prefer handwritten letters to be printed legibly or typed, double-spaced. Send your letters to: Editor c/o J-Ad Graphics, 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 or e-mail to: news@j-adgraphics.com NOTICE There will be a presentation on the need for an EMS operations millage to be held at the EMS Department located at 324 N. Main Nashville, MI on July 23rd and July 30th, 2008 at 7 pm. Plan on attending this informative meeting. You will be able to talk with the crew and see the equipment. See your service up close. Officials will be present as well. If you have any questions regarding this presentation please call: 517-852-9479.______________________06675186 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, July 26, 2008 — Page 11 New drum major ready for challenges of leadership by Amy Jo Parish and Sheila Eister When the school year starts in just a few short weeks, there will be new classes, new students, new teachers and new leadership. For the Maple Valley High School Band, that leadership is in the form of Chelsea Khouri. w Ij» 3r Si% Ij.» 3b 1 As the new drum major, Khouri will be taking center stage in the band and is look­ ing forward to the opportuni­ ties her new role will bring. "I'm most excited about trying this new position. I've been a freshman marcher and a sophomore section leader, and I look forward to helping prepare the band for the shows and competitions and try to keep us working hard and having fun," said Khouri. With a rroom full of diverse personalities, skill levels and musical passion, Khouri has her work cut our for her. She will lead the band both on the football field during halftime and in the classroom. For Khouri, sustaining the start-of-the-year motivation will be one of her goals. "I think the greatest chal­ lenge will be keeping every­ one in the band motivated. At first, everyone will be really excited. But after a while, it gets hard to keep rehearsing, and some people don't keep the pride up. I hope everyone remembers the goal and takes pride in what we are doing," she pis? u “ W it. * WibS ikS I WAi.1(1 ।। uu kink ’ Jewish >i W ? * ii n L feWtaoMfi •“hfcfUMW H UM Hffl, » Ml KEB0 Syrup Queen and court travel to Ionia Fair The 2008 Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen Jaklynn Platte and her court, Danielle Tobias, Emily Boltz and Teketha Piter spent a drizzly morning waving to specta­ tors during the Ionia Free Fair Parade July 19. Before the parade, the ladies, along with Maple Syrup Princess Maddie Young, toured the Blanchard House in historic downtown Ionia (Photo by Amy Jo Parish). wrote in a recent e-mail. Looking to the leadership examples of drum majors before her, Khouri said she will rely on the experience of those who have filled the role previously to help the pro­ gram. "In my role as drum major, I feel I need to work on the discipline ofthe band; I want us to be able to have fun but know when to focus and put all we have into the show. When Chris Caldwell was drum major (last year), I always admired his conduct­ ing and marching abilities but also his personality in the sense that he connected well with each member and was just a good people person," said Khouri. The band is gearing up for band camp and has begun practicing during the sum­ mer to help prepare for all of the concerts and competi­ tions that this season will bring. "I am extremely happy we have gotten to have such an early start," said Khouri. "I hope these practices will make the music easier to learn and help everyone to be com­ fortable with each other. I’m anticipating a large amount of dedication, and these prac­ tices should get people excit­ ed to start working and being a part of this (halftime) show." Having just returned from drum major camp at Eastern Illinois University, Khouri worked with 260 other drum majors and learned lessons both on and off the field. "The whole time I was there, I was inspired by the amount of work people are willing to put in to making a show. Every person there pushed themselves; we aimed for perfection and our standards were high," said Khouri. "No one there settles for whatever they feel like doing. They know that you can always be better and keep improving; they are proud of the amount of skill it takes to be in band. Generating motivation in the band seems to be Khouri’s theme for the year, and she is ready to put what she has learned at drum major camp and during her years with the high school band to use. "After going to drum major camp, I know I will be a more confident person. My conducting and marching knowledge is much better. I hope to motivate everyone to make this show great. I want them to know that this is important. If band is what you do, do it with pride, make it good, strive for per­ fection." Call anytime for Lakewood News classified ads 269-945-9554oi 1-800-870-7985 Chelsea Khouri is ready for her new role as drum major of the Maple Valley High School Band. She attended drum major camp recently to hone her leader­ ship skills and is anticipating a successful year for the band. ifs Fun Fer The Whele Family!! Ace Auto invites everyone to come enjoy VERMONTVILLE SUMMERFEST 2008 CAR • TRUCK • TRACTOR • MOTORCYCLE SHOW Saturday, August 2nd at 2:00 pm Downtown Vermontville Raffles Vendors After Dark Movie in the Park Motorcycle Competitions Arts & Crafts Village Wide Garage Sales • Lots of Food • Kids Games & Events at the Park • Waterball Competitions put on by the Fire Dept. • Swap Meet MUCH MUCH MORE!!! 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See policy for complete terms, conditions and exdusion^This is not a policy. Contact us to get proposal specific to you. ^Auto-Owners Insurance TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 S. Main, Vermontville • 517-726-0580 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/822/MapleValleyNews_2008-08-02.pdf e613bb33f01acc5d79a04cee1a826b89 PDF Text Text MAPLE VALLEY HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 227 EAST STATE ST HASTINGS Ml 49058 MVN Published by J-Ad Graphics, inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 A local _. t.oaay! Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 136-No. 31, August 2, 2008 Township boards could see new faces after primary election The primary election Tuesday will decide the Republican candidate for supervisor in Assyria Township. Incumbent Mike Timmons is up against new­ comer Dale A. Augustine. Augustine said the prospect of serving the com­ munity helped him decide to run for the position. “In a democracy, I have the real firm belief that if everybody does something, nobody has to do a lot,” said Augustine. “ I served of the board for four years previ­ ously and gained experience there. I also have vast experi­ ence with cattle and agricul­ ture boards throughout this state and others and with one national board.” Looking past his own race, Augustine said it is bring to the township, aside important for voters to take from experience and leader­ to the polls Tuesday, regard­ ship are excitability, and I less of how they cast their listen to people. Everyone votes. gets the chance to express “I don’t care who people their needs, wants and con­ vote for, they just need to cerns. That way, I can get a vote,” emphasized better feel of what to do with Augustine; “To quote my the limited resources that we grandfather Glen Brown, have.” ‘It’s not your right to vote, Timmons worked for 40 it’s your duty in this country years with the department of because of the may veterans defense and is a retired Navy who have paid for that.’” chief warrant officer. Incumbent Mike Also in Assyria Township, Timmons has served as the treasurer seat is contest­ supervisor for the past four ed, with one Republican and years and enjoys the oppor­ one Democrat running. tunity to be actively involved Newcomers Tandra S. in his community and help Angus, Democrat, and residents. Elizabeth A. Miller, “I.enjoy what I do. It’s fun Republican, are both hoping and I get to work with and to win the position in help people,” said Timmons. November. “I think the primary things I Miller said her experience and affinity will help her as treasurer if she is elected. Miller owns an Internet sales business and spent more than 30 years in the insurance field. She said the future finances of the township and how funding is used are important issues. “I think with most govern­ ments, you have to look closely at the financing,” said Miller. “Luckily, we have had good financial planning in the township and I hope to continue that.” Angus was not able to be reached by press time. Republican Incumbent Deborah S. Massimino is running unopposed for the township clerk position. Castleton Township In Castleton Township, a trio ofRepublicans are vying for two open trustee seats. Incumbent Jerry A. Reese is up against Mike Trahan and Lawrence R. Filter, all of Nashville. Reese said his past experi­ ence, both with the board and in the community, have helped prepare him for the role. “I guess I bring the experi­ ence of serving the commu­ nity for 32 years in educa­ tion,” said Reese. “I have brought judiciary responsi­ bility and have worked to try to ensure funds are spent wisely for the taxpayers. Neither Trahan nor Filter were available for comment before publication time. Incumbent Clerk Loma L. Wilson is running unop­ posed in this election, along with Republican Dorothy M. Semrau in the treasurer posi­ tion. Newcomer Cheryl L. Hartwell is running unop­ posed for township supervi­ sor. . Maple Grove Township In Maple Grove Township, each seat is uncontested for this election. Republican incumbent Rod Crothers is the lone candi­ date for supervisor. Incumbent Republicans Susie Butler and Ginger Cole are running for the clerk and treasurer positions, respec­ tively. Republicans Jim Heyboer and Doug Westendorp round out the ‘all-elephant’ board in the trustee positions. Barry County races could bring changes Breaking and entering suspect questioned The following list includes all of the county­ wide candidates who will appear on the Tuesday, Aug. 5, ballot. Each of the candidates was asked the following questions: • What do you think you can bring to the position? • What sets you apart from other candidates? • What issues are impor­ tant to your political race? Below are summaries of each of their answers. Pay attention. Be informed. Vote. After all, these are your representatives being paid with your tax dollars. County Clerk Three people are seeking the position currently held by county clerk Debbie Smith. Debbie Smith said she has 27 years of experience in the clerk’s office and the other candidates would need extensive training. She said the office current­ ly provides excellent serv­ ice and will continue to do so under her leadership. She said one important issue to her race is a $50,000 savings per year to the county because she per- forms election functions formerly done by a vendor. Mark Whitney is a retired teacher. He said he has a positive, professional, enthusiastic attitude and will create an accountable, efficient and enjoyable place to work and visit. He said he has 40 years ofrela­ tionship-building and excellent leadership abili­ ties as shown through his teaching, coaching and church work. He said issues important to the clerk’s race are accountability, relation­ ships and customer service. Pam Jarvis is the Barry County Probate Register. She said she will use her education and experience, willingness to find answers, and attention to detail to the office. She said she under­ stands court functions, proper records management and handling of funds. She said she is willing to work with the courts and county to make sure constituents are best served. Issues important to the race are accountability, accessibility and supervision, and the See COUNTY, page 11 Variety of issues face Eaton County voters by Amy Jo Parish When voters take to the polls Tuesday for the pri­ mary election, they will face a variety of issues and people seeking votes. From county commissioners to local town­ ship officials, the ballots will be full of options Eaton County millage. The millage is a renewal of the .75 mill that taxpayers have seen for the -past five years, so it is not an increase in taxes. Librarian Carla Rumsey said the proposal is necessary to ensure the survival and growth of the library and the programs it provides to the community. Juvenile services millage "The income from this .75 Renew 0.35 mills for a period of five years, 2009 to mill is crucial to the library 2013, for the purposes of budget, contributing approxi­ continued funding of detain­ mately $35,000 annually. ing and housing Eaton Other funds, in the form of County juveniles who are penal fines, state aid, donadelinquent, to provide pro­ See ISSUES, page 13 tective services for abused and neglected children, and to operate new and existing Voters will decide the prevention arid treatment fate of the library’s budget programs for such juveniles Tuesday when they take to and children? the polls and vote yes or Vermontville Township The most critical may be no for a renewal millage. the Vermontville library by Amy Jo Parish A suspect arrested June 17 for breaking and entering is also being questioned about several break-in incidents that occurred last year in Eaton County. Eaton County Sheriff’s Deputy Greg Fowler arrested Samuel Jones after residents on Shaytown Road alerted the sheriff’s department of a suspicious vehicle that resembled one involved with a previous incident. Jones was charged with breaking and entering stem­ ming from an incident on the day'of arrest, Brian Peacock ofthe Eaton County Sheriff’s Department reported to the Vermontville Township Board Thursday night. With evidence mounting against him, Jones is also a suspect in several incidents from last year. Peacock also reported that nine car/deer were accidents reported in June. The most common site for the acci­ dents was near the comer of Shaytown Road and Vermontville Highway. Seven of the nine accidents occurred during the morning hours, not the typical time of day for such incidents. The county also responded to an assault report, one loudparty complaint’and one inci­ dent of a mailbox being blown up during the month of June. Monte O’Dell, chief of the Vermontville Fire Department, reported 20 fire runs during the past month. O’Dell said he has been working with FEMA to receive reimbursement for the fire department for expenses incurred after spring storms. Gov. Granholm declared on June 13 that Eaton County was one of several eligible counties to receive aid for its clean-up work after the storms. The Opera House will have new occupancy capaci­ ty signs posted soon. O’Dell presented the signs arid See SUSPECT, page 10 In This Issue • Castleton, Maple Grove townships have proposals • Putnam library seeking millage renewal • Six county commission seats contested in election • Nashville dam committee visits Dimondale dam-removal site �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, August 2, 2008 — Page 2 Castleton, Maple Grove townships have proposals Castleton Township Proposal 2 Sec. 6 of the Michigan Constitution in Castleton Township of .75 mills, reduced to .7183 mills by the required millage rollbacks, be renewed at .5 mills and be levied for four years, 2009 through 2012 inclusive, for fire department housing and equipment, raising an esti­ mated $31,360 in the first year the millage is levied. Proposal J Shall the previously voted increase in the tax limitation imposed under Article IX, Shall the previously voted increase in the tax limitation Below are the list of local proposals by township that will be up for election in the Tuesday, Aug. 5 primary. A mill is the equivalent of $1 for each $1,000 oftaxable value on a property. Millage renewals do not increase taxes; if approved, the mill­ age amount remains the same. Shall Castleton Township impose an increase ofup to 1 mill in the- tax limitation imposed under Article IX, Sec. 6 of the Michigan Constitution and levy it for five years, 2008 through 2012 inclusive, for emer­ gency medical service opera­ tions, which 1 mill increase will raise an estimated $62,726 in the first year the millage is levied. Proposal 3 Putnam library seeking millage renewal Putnam District Library in Nashville is asking for sup­ port from local voters at Tuesday's primary election. Voters in Castleton and Maple Grove townships will see proposals to renew the library's current millage. The library is not seeking an increase but a renewal of the current millage. Putnam District Library relies on the combined finan­ cial support of the townships it serves to operate. The all­ volunteer library board hopes voters will faithfully support the library in this election as they have in the past Feel free to contact the library at 517-852-9723 or visit the library online at www.puthamlibrary .blogspot .com. PROPERTY< imposed under Article IX, Sec. 6 of the Michigan Constitution in Castleton Township of .25 mills, reduced to .2395 by required millage rollbacks, be renewed at .2 mills and levied for four years, 2009 through 2012 inclusive, for emergency medical services housing and equipment, rais­ ing as estimated $12,545 in the first year the millage is levied. Proposal 4 Shall the expired previ­ ously voted increases in the tax limitations imposed under Article IX, Sec. 6 of the Michigan Constitution in Castleton Township, of .5 mills, reduced to ATI6 by the required millage roll­ backs, be renewed at and increased up to the original voted .5 mills and levied for four years, 2008 through 2011 inclusive, for operating and equipping the Putnam District Library, raising an estimated $31,363 in the first year the millage is levied. Maple Grove Township Fire and ambulance equipment renewal ANTIQUES - HOUSEHOLD - TRAVEL TRAILER - LAWN EQUIP. - HO. Due to the death of my husband, I will sell the following located at 8511 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville, Ml. Take S. Main Street 1/2 mile south of downtown to Nashville Hwy. then east 1 mile or M-79 to Ionia Rd. then 4 miles north to Nashville Hwy. & 1 mile east. SATURDAY, AUG. 9 at 10 AM ANTIQUE FURNITURE: Oak buffet w/leaded glass door & beveled mirror; unique oak library table w/drawer; children’s chairs; wicker chair; dressers; sideboard; rockers; pump organ; wash tub rack; other pieces of antique furniture; of various repair; large assortment of antique dishes that have been boxed for years, come see what surprises are in store. General Items: Kenmore stack washer w/elec. dryer; glider rocker & stool; 3 weight oak grandfather clock; round oak dining table, 4 chairs & leaves; pine rocker; round pedestal table; child’s table & chairs; wicker corner stand; curio cabinet; corner cabinet; Mr. & Mrs. Chair & rocker; wicker bench; cedar cheqt; low boy dresser; patio table & chairs; ant. oil lamps; old & new tins; looms; Queen Anne chairs; Indian statues, pottery & wall pieces; assortment of canes; large quantity of dishes & cooking uten­ sils; toy train set; mirrors; quantity of Christmas decoration; bedding; linen; quantity of jewelry old & new; crafts, Southwestern pictures; cuckoo clock. RECORDS: Approx. 40 Elvis 33-1/3; Hank Williams 33-1/3; Country & Western 45’s; Elvis memorabilia. FROM THE GARAGE: John Deere STX 38 riding lawn tractor; push mower; Poulan & Stihl chain saw’s; assorted hand tools inc. electric; gas grill; garden tools; gas weed trimmer. 1 wood & 1 metal storage buildings. TRAVEL TRAILER: 1999 Cardinal 36’ 5th wheel travel trailer, sleeps 6, air, separate shower, 2 slide out’s. A VERY CLEAN UNITL (Note: Trailer will sell at 12:30 P.M. ) subject to sellers conformation). NOTE: This is a 51 year accumulation of which much has been packed , 1106 s?uth away for years. Join us for what promises to have AUCTION COMPANY^ NAA BELCHERV k jjM MCPHERSON Marshall, mi 49068 manY surPnses- Terms: Cash or negotiable check. Phone (269) 781-7100 • 1-888-300-6005 MRS. PATRICIA YOST, Seller www.belchermcphersQn.com Brent Belcher and Kevin Belcher, 3rd and 4th Generation Auctioneers Shall the previous voted increase in the tax limitation imposed under Article IX, Sec. 6 of the Michigan Nashville Business Owners meeting Monday, Aug. 4 The Nashville Business Owners Group, which is exploring the possibility of establishing a Downtown Development District (DDA) in Nashville, has scheduled its next meeting for 7 a. m. Monday, Aug. 4, at the Castleton Township Hall, 15 Reed Street, Nashville. Any interested business owners and individuals are invited to attend. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT GRACE WORLD OUTREACH CENTER Come as you are but don't leave the same. Meet at Kalamo Twp. Hall BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. 8960 Spore Ave. Vermontville, Ml 49096 Morning Service ............10:30 a.m. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) Church Service......... ......... 9 a.m. Evening Service: (Every 1 st & 3rd Sunday) Sunday School.......... .. .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 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG 10:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 MINISTER: VIRGINIA HELLER Wed. 530 p.m...................... Family Supper 6:00-7:15............................... Pioneer Club Sun: 9:00.......................................... Sunday 10:00.................................................. Church 1130............................................. Fellowship GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School...................... 9:45 a.m. 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Morning Celebration .............. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... P.M. Worship............. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, 11 a.m. .6 p.m. Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Wednesday Evening: Worship .......................................... 7 p.m. Leadership Training PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 REV. ALAN METTLER e-mail: grace@gc3.org 1-616-731-5194 or 1-517-852-1806. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Services 9:00 & 1030 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages .. .1030 am. l 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 P.M. Service .................................. 7 p.m. Wed. Service ............................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School ......................... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... Evening Worship ... .11 a.m. .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting............................ 7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................................ 9:45 Morning Worship.................................. 11 Evening Worship................................... 6 Wednesday Family 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte .one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. Night Service ........... 6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 . . PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Combined Sunday morning worship with Vermontville UMC as follows: July 13 and 27, Aug. 10 and 24 at Vermontville July 6 and 20, Aug. 3,17 and 31 at Gresham Worship time: 9:30 am. ^Diana’s ^ace MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Tuesday - Friday S.E. Corner ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 06683407 wmie ■ rivwio i vnunvcnh Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service ...............9:30 a.m. Sunday School................... 11:15 a.m. PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 soucvtHU kH avclhHamo u r OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship 8:30 a.m Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors 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 QUIMBY .UNITED METHODIST .. CHURCH Sunday Mass......................... 9:45 a.m. FATHER AL RUSSELL A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings 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 Shall the previously voted increase in the tax limitation imposed under Article IX, Sec. 6 of the Michigan Constitution in Maple Grove Township, of .5 mills, reduced to .4776 mills by the required millage rollbacks, be renewed and increased up to the original voted .5 mills and levied for four years, 2008 through 2011 inclusive, for operating and equipping the Putnam District Library, raising an estimated $21,000 in the first year the millage is levied. The Place to Gofor Professional Styling PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN 5 ml. south ofNashville) Sunday School.................................... 10 Putnam District Library renewal Shall Maple Grove Township impose an increase ofup to 1 mill in the tax limitation imposed under Article IX, Sec. 6 of the Michigan Constitution and levy it for five years, 2008 through 2012 inclusive, for emergency medical service operations, which 1 mill increase will raise an esti­ 517-541-1144 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, mated $42,000 in the first year the millage is levied. Emergency’ medical serviceproposal PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER PASTOR MATT ROHDE CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH tenance renewal Shall the previously voted increase in the tax limitation imposed under Article IX, Sec. 6 of the Michigan Constitution in Maple Grove Township, of 1 mill, reduced to .9512 mills by the required millage rollbacks, be renewed at 1 mill and levied for four years, 2008 through 2011 inclusive, for the purpose ofproviding dust control and road mainte­ nance, raising an estimated $42,000 in the first year the millage is levied. Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH hool vice Constitution in Maple Grove Township of 1 mill, reduced to .9512 mills _ by the required millage rollbacks, be renewed at 1 mill and levied for four years, 2008 through 2011 inclusive, for the purpose of providing fire department equipment, ambulance department equipment, maintaining equipment and housing and operating same, raising an estimated $42,000.00 in the first year the millage is levied. Dust control and road main­ Sunday Services: ...................9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer .............. 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion For more information call: VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School ................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ....................... 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service ........ 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service .. .6:30 p.m. AWANA................... 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 795-2370 or Rt. Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 517-726-0526 Combined Sunday morning worship with Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used Gresham UMC as follows: July 13 and 27, Aug. 10 and 24 at Vermontville July 6 and 20, Aug. 3,17 and 31 at Gresham for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK Worship time: 9:30 a.m. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, August 2, 2008 — Page 3 Bellevue group offering ‘Play it Safe Outdoors’ Opinion, anyone? KI i WM I SOUTHS I M Opinions — they’re ram­ pant. Everyone has one, some people express them, some hold them in. Here’s one ofmy opinions that I just have to vent — the administration of the Detroit Tigers is missing a bit of gray matter in their collective skulls that makes logical decisions possible. They traded Ivan “Pudge” Rodriguez — what have they done?? I couldn’t believe what I was reading on ESPN, com Wednesday. The Tigers have been doing well this season. It has­ n’t been a banner season like the last couple, but they have been making a solid effort. That solid effort was due in part because of"Pudge’s per­ formance both behind and at the plate. He was a solid catcher arid solid hitter. So why give up a solid player for an unknown entity? Sure, the Tigers’ pitching game has struggled the past few weeks, but is it worth the trade to get a new pitcher as replacement for Rodriguez? Not in this Tigers fan’s mind. And of all things — to the Yankees!!! Let’s just add insult to injury, why don’t we? Pour salt in the wound, why don’t you? Just rip the Tigers cap off my head and beat me with it, why don’t ya?’ Okay, I know, I know, the Tigers need help with the pitching side of the game, and the July trading deadline was fast approaching. Still, Pudge was one of my faves. Now that Jones has been taken out of the closing pitcher position, the specula­ tion is that this new guy Kyle Farnsworth will take his spot. Wait, new guy? He was already a Tiger in 2005 when he was traded by the Cubs then he was traded to the Braves not long after. Good for him that he. gets a second chance; let’s just hope it’s also good for the Tigers. So, as a Tigers fan through the rough years, that’s my opinion on this trade, for whatever it’s Worth. Opinions are all over the place, not just in die sports field. In this election year, opinions matter even more than usual. There’s a new president to elect, new pro­ posals to ‘yea’ or ‘nay,’ and officials to appoint to what seems likes countless coun­ cils and boards. This Tuesday, our votes count much more than in a national election. We have the chance to decide who will be on the ballot to be elected and who will be in charge of our townships, who will be in charge of the local decisions for our communities. I urge everyone who is registered to .vote to research the candidates and head out to the polls Tuesday. Voice your opinion by marking the oval circles with your No. 2 pencil. Whoever is elected will be in charge of our townships, budgets and services for the next few years, so let’s choose wisely. See you at the polls. On Friday, Aug. 15, from 6 to 7:30 p.m., "Fun to be Young in Bellevue" will host a family night called Play it Safe Outdoors. The program will be held outside, weather permitting or in the all-pur­ pose room at the Little Bronco’s Early Childhood Center (former middle school). Play it Safe will be the theme at all of the stations planned for the evening. Children, along with their parents, will be able to choose what they are inter­ ested in visiting first A tricycle road CQurse will help youngsters learn about road signs. The village will have a dump truck and a fire truck to see and touch. First Responders will be there, too. MSU Extension nutri­ tionist will be available with suggestions for healthy snacks. Large-motor activi- ties will be open to partici­ pants. Fun to be Young in Bellevue is a committee ded­ icated to promoting early childhood activities for fami­ lies with children from birth to age 5 in the Bellevue area. The team’s goal is to provide four events a year for parents and children to enjoy family fun time together while pro­ viding learning opportuni­ ties. Members of "Fun to be Young in Bellevue" include Shelley Miller, Becky Osterwalder, Karen Haigh, Cheri Baker and Cindy Van Neste. Anyone interested in being a part of the team is welcome to contact Cindy at Early Childhood Connections of Eaton County at 517-541-8793 or visit the Web site at www.eatongreatstart.org. Free hunter safety classes offered The Eaton County Sheriff’s office office has announced its schedule for free hunter safety classes. The response last year was tremendous, and the classes were well received, said organizers. Classes will be held in the training room at the Eaton County Sheriffs office, 1025 Independence Blvd., Charlotte at the following times and dates: • Monday, Wednesday and Friday, Aug. 25, 27 and 29, 6 to 8 p.m. • Monday, Wednesday and Friday, Sept. 8, 10 and 12, 6 to 8 p.m. • Monday, Wednesday and Friday, Sept. 22, 24 and 26, 6 to 8 p.m. • Monday, Wednesday and Friday, Oct. 6, 8 and 10; 6 to 8 p.m. • Monday, Wednesday and Friday, Oct. 20, 22 and 24, 6 to 8 p.m. Class size is limited to 30 students each session, and registrants must be at least 10 years old by the begin­ ning of the hunting season. To sign up or for more information, contact Jerri Nesbitt at 517-543-5257. The hunter safety course, For everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics (269)945-9554 or similar approved class by another state, province or organization, is a require­ ment to obtaining a Michigan hunting license for anyone bom on or after Jan. 1, 1960. Even though the course is not required for persons bom before that date, it is recommended, especially for beginning hunters. Classes are taught by cer­ tified instructors who teach firearm safety and laws, basic hunting terminology, conservation, safe hunting practices, outdoor ethics, wildlife identification and management, survival, limit­ ed first aid, and Michigan wildlife regulations. The course is free and prepares sportsmen for a safer, more rewarding experience while in the outdoors. ReyidwtiM TUesday, Aug. 12th • 5-7pm Classes Available • Ballet • Tap • Jazz • Hip Hop • Lyrical • Musical Theater • Pre-School • Creative Movement • Dance Kids • Tiny Tap’ and more Classes begin September 8th 517-852-9910 207 N. Main St. Nashville email: stepntime@hotmail.com Kimberly Rodriquez, Owner & Director CHURCH GREEN LIGHT DRIVING SCHOOL ux (*W** I*K id *»S^ “ I 11 .enrgww ' wrttf u MIOH0W *PUS8* (I » ti'n" 301 N. Main (M-66), Nashville I 9 JnViifecll sin 517-852-0000 Segment I $285 July 23-Aug. 7 Aug. 11-26 Sept. 8-25 Sept. 29-Oct. 23 «,aL «,a** **L ns Segment II $40 Sept. 2-4 Parent Meeting (FREE) Aug. 9 Please come and welcome Anita Asadorian, D.O., to the Nashville community! Wte partner with parents for SAFE teen drivers!! _______www.greenlightdriving.net ________ FINE COTTON FABRICS i » from Benartex, Blank, Baum-, Michael Miller, Northcott, In the sA Beginning & others. s^O ’! s *5>£* Shown above, left to right, Diana Lightfoot, PA-C, and Anita Asadorian, D.O. Dr. Asadorian recently joined the staff at Nashville Family Medicine and is looking forward to meeting the community. When: August 5, 5-7 p.m. Where: The Putnam Public Library, 327 N. Main St., in Nashville Refreshments will be served. Sponsored in part by MOOville Creamery and Maple Valley Pharmacy QUESTIONS: ASK US... « <$», l ^s£l .i*d ____| 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 q— Hulst Cleaners Pick-Up Station (. AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA. For more information please contact: Nashville Family Medicine 750 Durkee St., Nashville (517) 852-2133 Pennock HEALTH SERVICES �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, August 2. 2008 — Page 4 Caroline L Berry David H. Rugg VERMONTVILLE David H. Rugg, age 81, of Vermontville passed away Monday, July 28, 2008 peacefully at his Vermontville home. David was bom in Battle Creek, on December 10, 1926, the son of the late Ora and Kalhrine (Tesch) Rugg. He was raised in the Climax and Battle Creek areas and attended area schools there. He was the widower of Elizabeth M. (Crago) Rugg. The couple made their home together on the fami­ ly farm in Vermontville which they worked until moving into town in 1969. Together with his beloved wife and their family, the couple loved to spend time at Sugar Island. Elizabeth passed away in July 1987. David served in the U.S. Army achieving the rank of Corporal. He served in Germany with the 10th Constabulary Regiment as a squad leader of a four man horse squad which patrolled the border main­ taining security and raiding black market and under­ ground activities. He was responsible for the condition of the men, horses and equipment in his squad. While serving in Germany he was decorated with the Victory Medal and Army of Occupation Ribbon - Germany. David worked as a log­ ger, and at the age of 78 was teaching his grandchil­ dren his trade. In his earlier years he also worked the family farm. David was always ready for a game of euchre or cribbage and looked for­ ward to the Saturday Night family poker nights. David enjoyed spending time with his brothers, sis­ ters and other family mem­ bers visiting the various Michigan Casinos. When he was younger he loved to participate-in pony pulling events and still enjoyed watching horse racing with his family as he got older. He also enjoyed fishing at his daughters pond; even when his health deteriorated, David's grand­ children would help him get set up for a few hours of fishing. David is survived by his four daughters, Michele Schaffer, Sheila (Steve) McDiarmid, Helen (Patrick) Diamond, and Toni Rugg; five sons Terry (Lorry) Rugg, Darrel Rugg, Mike (Sharon) Rugg, Ed (Karen) Rugg, Brian Rugg; two sisters, Clara Rathbum, Henrietta Hamacher, and two broth­ ers, Bob Rugg, Max Rugg. He is also survived by 27 grandchildren, Mary (Brad), Cindy (Troy), Willis ( Karrie), Amanda (Steve), Jamie (Steve), Dan (Becky), Vickie, Sarah, Erin (Jake), Kerri (Lester), Edwin II, Alicia, Tara, Christopher, Tonya (Chris), Steven, Jarrod, Stephanie, April, Teri (Tony), Mark (Heidi), Jeff, Dustin, Melisa, Michelle, Jenny, Ryan; 27 great grandchil­ dren, Nicole, Samantha, Tyler, Clayton, Sara, Rachelle, Jayson, Katie, Steven, Brenden, Sara, Patrick, Jakob, Parker, Brenna, Kenzie, Alexander, Jennifer, Summer, Brandan, Dylan, Dakota, DylanJay, Marissa, Landon, Ian, and Adam, and eight great great grand­ children He was proceeded in death by his wife Elizabeth (Mary) who passed away in 1987, his sons Gordon and Mark, grandson Lloyd, and nine brothers and four sis­ ters Funeral services were held at the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville on Thursday, July 31, 2008 with Rev. Don Francis offi­ ciating. Interment took place immediately follow­ ing the funeral service a t Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville. Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. TWO MVS BOARD SEATS TO BE VOTED ON NOV. 4 The Maple Valley Schools Board of Education will have two board seats to be voted upon at the annual school election on Tuesday, Nov. 4. There is one four-year term and one two year term of office to be filled for Jan 1,2009 - Dec. 31, 2012. Note that due to changes required in the school election consolidation laws, elections for Maple Valley Schools School are now coordinated under the direction of Debbie Smith, Barry County Clerk. Therefore, peti tions, affidavits of identity and any additional information are available from the County Clerk’s Office at 220 W. State St., Hastings. The last date for fil­ i ing nominating petitions for board candidates is Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2008, by 4:00 pm. If you have candidate questions, call the County Clerks Office at (269) 945-1285 or call the school directly at (517) 852-9699. oee76O4i The ONLY Candidate with Hands-on Experience DEBBIE SMITH Your Barry County Clerk • YOUR-COUNTY CLERKfor 9 years • Elected twice as YOUR COUNTY CLERK • 27 years HANDS ON EXPERIENCE • Supported by entire stafffor re-election in 2008 CHARLOTTE Mrs. Caroline L. Berry, 80, of Charlotte formerly of Vermontville, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 28, 2008. Caroline was bora in Sunfield, on October 4, 1927, the daughter of the late E. Dean and Laura D. (Potter) Frith. She was raised in the Vermontville area on the family farm and attended Vermontville Schools graduating in 1945 She was the widow of John D. Berry. The couple was married at the Methodist Church in Vermontville in November 2, 1962 and made their home together in Charlotte. Caroline was one of the original employees at the Walmart in Charlotte which opened in 1990 where she worked as a phone operator for 17 years. She also ran the Eagle Party Store from 1977 to 1990 and operated an adult foster care facility in the Charlotte area for over 12 years. She was member of the Charlotte Church of the Nazarene, and served as a 4-H leader for several years. She loved to sew, crochet, knit and fish. She also enjoyed playing with her horses and tending to her flower garden and look special pride of the Roses. Caroline is survived by her children, Bob (Jackie) Polhamus, Doug (Chris) Polhamus, Laura Ed (Nikki) Polhamus, Polhamus, Keith Berry, and John Berry. Her broth­ ers Leon (Bernice) Frith, Herb (Phyllis), Ken (Marilyn) Frith, Naomi for outstanding service Hayes Green Beach Hospital in Charlotte is once again recognizing its "serv­ ice star" employees. Sue DeMuth is a medical assistant for Dr. Magers. She previously worked with Dr. Leeser and has been an employee of HGB for 14 years. She is recognized for helping a distraught patient in need of special attention. Sue helped de-escalate a dif­ ficult, emotional situation, taking the time to sit and talk with the patient until she was calm. "She showed true care and empathy," Sabrina Hill said. Hill continued, saying DeMuth was "the epitome of HGB values, care and philos­ ophy, and this is not a one­ time thing. She shows this same warmth, care and con­ cern with each patient that comes in." Kollene Sober, who joined HGB in 2002, works in peri­ operative services. She is being recognized for her sta­ tistical research work that was integral to HGB’s Dr. John Thiel, who taught a class of surgeons at Wayne State University. Dr. Thiel says, "Kollene is always available to assist me. Her presentation of the statis- tical analysis papers and edu­ cation of other physicians gives good notoriety to HGB." Jake Campbell joined the wellness center staff in August 2007 and most recently served as its interim director. He was nominated for a "StarGram" by the entire wellness team. Campbell is affectionately known as "Sarge" by his Boot Camp class. Boot Camp is a fitness class HGB offers twice a week. One of his students remarked, "He has put a whole new spin on working out. "He goes above and beyond the call of duty. He has directed the team, and is outstanding in achieving his tasks. He has made the center not only a good place to work, but also to be a member of. As acting department director, Jake has demon- strated himself as a strong, steady leader for our team. I appreciate his resourceful­ ness in situations with both our internal customers and our wellness members," said fitness instructor and trainer Cheryl Jackson. And he does all of this with a pleasant demeanor and attitude, she added. "Jake always has a smile on his face and makes you feel appreciated," said HGB’s Becky Carpenter. The monthly Service Star program at Hayes Green Beach Memorial Hospital recognizes employees who have been nominated through a "StarGram" by patients, visitors, physicians or other coworkers for exceptional service and attitude. 06676059 76059 ■ Just north of Moo Ville ... 5715 South M-66 • 517-852-1864 SUMMER SALE!!! All in stock trees & Shrubs • Buy 1 get 150 off Landscaping - free Estimates ___________Hours M-F 9am-6pm • Sat. 9am-5pm h is my belief, from my past 8 years as Hope Township Clerk, that Debbie Smith is the best qualified candidate for Barry County Clerk with her knowledge, integrity, experience, qualifi­ cation and ability to handle the individual needs of 16 Townships along with her other County Clerk-duties. _____________ /.intta -Eddy'Hough one of the best in West Michigan. Loma Wilson, Castleton Township Clerk attitude d,at onI'inufHS,"VC local clerk clerk en™ ura 8 c s and ssupports local f°™ the the deaion deaion as they per. ance. knowledge dgel and ;Her ;,HrexPcnunequaled , dc[a>l are J?*0" q M nd o Your our Best est Selection eectonat at te the AUGUST STH ELECTION fleet Your County Clerk Debbie Smith 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 06674034 Scott A. Daniels & Family Paid for by the Committee to Re-Elect Your County Clerk Debbie Smith, 740] E. Rarnum Rd., Woodland, MI 48897 She was proceeded in death by her husband John Berry in 1975, her brothers John, Joe, Ashley, Charles, and George Frith, sisters Anna Doughtery, and Mabie Drake and her hus­ band Robert Polhamus in 2001. Funeral services were held a*t The Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville, on Friday, August I, 2008 with Pastor Glen Neal offi­ ciating. Interment took place immediately follow­ ing the funeral service Woodlawn Cemetery Vermontville. Memorial Contributions can be made to the American Diabetes Association. Funeral Arrangements have.been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. HGB employees honored Saving Taxpayers approximately $50,000 per year by designing and programming ballots and voting equipment rather than paying a vendor Debbie Smith has the experience, knowledge, and the dedication to keep the Barty County Clerk's office Frith. Owner/Manager 02692907 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, August 2. 2008 — Page 5 Sunfield hymn sing tradition continues at Troub’s farm by Helen Mudry StaffWriter Dana Troub’s Model T and Model A were parked by his drive last Saturday evening, leaving visitors who drove down the dusty gravel road in Sunfield little doubt which home was host for the second annual oldfashioned hymn sing. Nearly 100 people from The Carson brothers, Stephen and Charlie, were visiting with their wives Gini and Annelies. Their father Bob (Polly) had been pastor of three area Methodist churches including Sunfield Methodist, Sebewa Comers and Sebewa Center from 1953 to 1958. Charlie settled in New Buffalo, and Stephen in read the words from the print­ ed hymn booklet except for the third or fourth verses. Pierce sang a solo “I Come to the Garden Alone.” A trio of Carolyn Brecheisen and her daugh­ ters Pierce and Yoder sang “Living for Jesus.” Dot Pifer played her guitar and sang a narrative song about “My Redeemer. The trio of Carolyn Brecheisen and her daughters Marilyn Pierce (center) and Martha Yoder (left) sing “Living for Jesus.” About 100 people bring their lawn chairs and come to Dana Troub’s hymn sing. s*® ftnessinsncta^ ssinsncta^ snsnca P (W ! Me MkjjityJ [ area communities including Lakewood, Maple Valley, Portland and Mulliken came to join the chorus, singing the old favorite hymns. Will (fasta^ M sWtudtiu J liitiliJ “pisa suit fel j Wsfcbtip ■ pt i 11k Mil) Sms wfe ffO’nii il Hi)# fe HMmiil w it ml titaiffitnftarj Chiropractic Can Help... Neck and back pain, headaches, numbness and more! Nashville Chiropractic Center tai tet ten k® ialt HiWi mIe pMkita|k® litnB jitettwtek (KfUllUttlit eiw- li fcw- Dr. Mike Callton, D.C. Michigan State University National College ofChiropractic If you have questions or would like to make an appointment call: 517-852-2070 We are a Blue Cross, Medicare and Medicaid provider Most Insurances accepted Alabama. Many seniors from Sunfield remembered the Carson brothers and their father Bob. Charlie recalled Fleetham Barber Shop and the frog-jumping contest at the Farmers Picnic. A sound system was set up with microphones and speak­ ers. People brought their own lawn chairs and settled in for an evening ofworship hymns. A steady breeze kept the mos­ quitoes at bay. Scott Kilgo and Jason Barclay led the singing. Marilyn Pierce played a “new-fangled” electronic keyboard, Mary-Esther Batdorff played a 1923 piano, and Martha Yoder played the 1897 reed organ. The list of hymns had the all-time favorites including “Great Is Thy Faithfulness,” “Holy, Holy, Holy,” “Old Rugged Cross,” “Standing on the Promises of God,” “Stand Up For Jesus,” “Wonderful Grace of Jesus,” and “It is Well with My Soul.” Most people didn’t need to GREEN You are an IRONMAN 2.4 Mlle Swim 112 Mile Bike IRONMAN 26.2 Mile Run All in 13:36:40 l/l/e are so proud ofyou! Love, Brenda, Megan, Jason & Family A n\en’s quartet of Larry Steward, Jonathan Reid, Jason Barclay and Scott Kilgo sang “Faith of Our Fathers.” Troub gave a brief history .“Little Brown Church in the Wildwood” before his favorite hymn was sung. The sing ended with “A Mighty Fortress,” and “Onward Christian Soldiers.” After the singing, people shared a finger-food potluck buffet and lingered late into the evening enjoying the company of fellow believers. One comment heard was “It’s about time we sang some the beautiful old hymns and not just the praise choruses.” One lady said she had been looking forward to the night’s hymn sing since last year. Troub said he was thrilled with the turn out and is plan­ ning for next year’s sing. Call him at 517-566-8764 with suggestions for favorite hymns. See SING, page 16 ELECT MARK ENGLERTH FOR COUNTY DRAIN COMMISSIONER Experience KEEP YOUR COUNTY COMMISSIONER^I have over 30 years experience in the building trades which includes but not. limited to stream bank restoration, DEQ permitting, a background in wet­ land and inland lakes and streams laws, erosion permitting, construction site erosion control manage­ ment, filter cloth and submerged silt clothe fencing, shoreline erosion control, installation of sea walls, both concrete and pilings, storm drain/catch basins, commercial and residential storm drain retention. In addition I have worked in construction management, from preparing bid specifications, to pre-bid meet­ ings, and awarding contracts, supervising hundreds Paid for by Committee to elect Mark Englerth, P.O. Box 219, Hastings, Ml 49058 ofprojects including site work and preparation, writ­ ing specifications, and working to engineered draw­ Visit us on the web at... www.markenglerth.com ings to the proper outcome. Working with govern­ E-Mail: markenglerth@att&t.net or (269) 838*1289 ment entities from State, County, Township an City jurisdiction. M M Englerth, Englerth working workinghaul haulfor foryou! you! , For Drain CommissionerJ As a county commissioner I have been very effective, • I kept focused on the needs ofBarry County. • I built good relations with other elected officials and department heads and effectively worked together. • I fought hard to keep your taxes as low as possible and never lost focus that it was your hard earned money that I was spending. • For over the last decade I have volunteered countless hours of my time to my community. I organized a group of citizens to come up with a business plan, raising money through donations and volunteer efforts, which resulted in building a new fire sta­ tion in Yankee Springs-Township. To enhance public safety, not only for dur community but for the 800,000 tourists that visit our township annually. Working with the Township and volunteers form the community, and utilizing inmates from the Barry County Jail we were able to achieve our goal of building a $250,000 facility for $68,000 of Township funds and no addi­ tional tax millage was needed. • After years ofcounty government’s inability to resolve issues of outdated facilities, the Animal Shelter 2000 committee was formed and I chaired the project The secret was, and IS, empowering the people of the community. Over $250,000 in money, in-kind services, and real estate were donated. Using $160,000 from the county’s general fund and again, no millage was required. • I have also served one term as vice chair and two terms as chair­ man ofthe Barry County Republican Party. During my tenure it was my mission to encourage as many people as possible to get involved in the political process. Good leadership is about empowering others not empowering yourself. What is at stake? We should never take our wonderful water resources of 327 lakes and hundreds of miles of streams and rivers for granted. We have some of the most abundant and beautiful inland water resources in the state and we will have a vested interest. We not only need to educate the citizens ofgovernment’s role but also the role that each one ofus play to better protect our lakes and streams. As the water is all interconnected so are we as a community and our responsibilities to be good stewards of that. Historically the County drain commissioner’s role has been perceived of that of a ditch digger. Building and maintain agricultural drains. However the same waters that flow through agricultural rural America sometimes end up in our villages, cities, neighborhoods, and in our lakes. It should be very obvious that the drain commissioner can affect each and every one ofus. What** is most important to this race is the candidate with the knowledge, history, passion, vision, and commitment to do this job for the next decade be elected. I am that candidate. Sincerely, Mark Englerth 06675905 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple -Valley News” Saturday, August 2, 2008 — Page 6 DeBoer spoke up, citing an article that had appeared in the Grand Rapids Press describing a mock fire drill that had taken place at the jail during which everyone had ‘died’ because they could not exit the building quickly enough. DeBoer then asked, "Is that true? Did everyone die?" Sheriff Leafs reply was that it was a mock drill, and did a thorough job of that nobody died. DeBoer To the editor: explaining what changes had repeated his question. Sheriff Dar Leaf was It is this writer’s opinion invited to speak at a public been made, why they were that a mock drill is just that; made, and the types of spe ­ forum by Barry County it is pretend. Businesses, cific changes still needed and Democratic- Party’s Vice their costs. When he fin­ schools, and hospitals run Chairman David Brinkert. ished, the floor was opened mock disaster drills all the He was asked to discuss some of the issues at the to questions from the audi­ time. They are conducted under controlled circum­ Barry County jail because of ence. stances with the intent of Police Chief Jerry Sarver community concern about its exposing flaws in emergency condition and the types of asked a relevant question, as repairs needed. Leaf pre­ did another member of the plans, and, ultimately, are pared a brief presentation audience. Former Barry done to make appropriate Sheriff Steve and/or necessary improve­ addressing those issues, and County ments. In this case, specific changes were made, and these were addressed by Leaf M TIKKmOfIVIIIKMTULVI in his presentation. It is also wwrmiHMsmuw/imiionii roun important to note that the Hair • Tanning • Nails mock drill in question was 207 N. Main Street • done using procedures that Nashville were put into place before Leaf’s tenure as sheriff began. Common sense says if the policy was in place before Leaf took office, then the previous administration must Call Sarah today for your pedicure be responsible for initiating Call stylists Teri Knoll & Janna Rozema and the mock drill’s plans. ^.sexytiairr nail nail tech tech Sarah Sarah Winegar Winegar Today T Logically, it follows then, August Hours: Tues. 9-4:30 • Wed. 9-7 • Thurs. 9:30-2 • Fri. 9-4 • Sat. 9-2 that by berating the current For your convenience, please use back entrance. administration’s perform- From Our Reudas Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Candidate failed to react at forum The Salon M 517-852-0313 K!£P wir peachhitinshapp Member of Greater Lansing Association of MAPLE VALLEY E A nDU/\dol| K acUiloCil lU Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service . AIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 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 - ABR ............... Home 517-852-5066 $99,0001! IN VERMONTVILLE CLOSE TO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8 room, 3 bedroom home on dou­ ble lot. Covered deck on the front. Call Homer, listed at $59,9001 (V-45)) PRICE REDUCED TO $90,0001 GOOD FAMILY HOME IN NASHVILLE! 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1st floor laundry, 2 car garage 2/heated workshop. p. Patio Be 3 seasons room,, central air, fenced yard. Call Homer (N-157) ON ONE ACRE SOUTH OF VERMONTVILLE "In the country!" Room for a gar­ den; Maple Valley schools, 3 bed­ rooms, 2 baths, "2002" model manufactured/ranch home, 2x6 exterior walls, 2 car garage plus shed, central air, 1 st floor laundry, stove and refrigerator Occupancy at close! Call Homer include^. (CH-43) Large living room w/open stairway, nice kitchen w/many cabinets, NASHVILLE GOOD STARTER OR RETIREMENT HOME - $49.9001 5 room, 2 bedroom home with detached garage. Walking distance enclosed back ffrom town.. Appliances pp included. Ideal for investors or "offspring". (N-44) (N-46) (N-44) Call Homer. range & refrigerator Included. 3 room , room, porch S large deck. 2 car garage. seasons Call Homer 3 bedroom mobile home with an "addition", all new shingles, home 3 was recently updated w/new kitchen cabinets. Call Homer for more details. (V-127) VACANT PARCELS Contract terms. Call Homer. PRICE REDUCED! (VL-114) f3 ACRES PERKED & SURVEYED: Rolling terrain, seeded to hay, seller financing available. North of Vermontville, blacktop road. PRICE REDUCED! Call Homer. (VL-155) 2+ ACRES North of Vermontville, blacktop road, natural gas available, surveyed, perked. Contract terms. Call Homer. PRICE REDUCED!! (VL-34) IN NASHVILLE BUILDING LOT 55X132: Water & sewer available, chain link 4 bedroom, 2 full bath home with fence, storage shed, flowers shrubs. Call Homer. Listed at $ 14,000! fenced back yard, MFL, large (VL-42) kitchen and dining, huge living room, all appl. incl., (except hot 4 ACRES IN COUNTRY Perked & surveyed, good location, paved road, close to hunting & fishing. Culvert & drive are in. MV Schools. Located north of tub neg.). Includes 2 car heated .Vermontville. Call Homer. (VL-149) garage plus bonus 1 car garage. Call Homer for an appt (N-39) THORNAPPLE LAKE - $88,90011 151 toward SheriffLeaf. The fact that all of this occurred in Sarver’s presence, and that he said (or did) nothing to stop the bullying and outra­ geously unprofessional behavior speaks volumes about his own character. By not ending the harassment at the forum and not putting an end to such blatant attempts at intimidation against Leaf and the VSU workers, Sarver put his stamp of approval upon it, thus putting his own professionalism in question. Is this the kind of cam­ paign Sarver feels he needs to run? Does the sheriff’s department want someone in charge who appears so easily led by the hidden agenda of others, and who does not seem to have the courage of his own convictions? In my opinion, Dar Leaf displays the utmost profes­ sionalism in all that he does. I was proud to see that he did not respond in kind to the angry and accusatory behav­ ior at the public meeting. He does not have to because he has nothing to defend. The truth is his defense. Cindy Gatewood, Nashville Prosecutor put out the big city trash To the editor: In April of 2007, my wife and I were stunned to learn that our friend, Pam Currier, was held at knifepoint while a Battle Creek man and his 16-year-old lookout robbed the Nashville Shell station. Thank God that she was okay, but imagine the terror she experienced as she was forced to the floor by the hooded assailant whose get­ up left only his mouth exposed. Our prosecutor, Tom Evans, sent the man to prison for 14 to 40 years and sent the 16-year-old to the Barry County Jail for one year; I talked with Pam this week, and she feels that justice was served. I don’t know about all this election propaganda, but I do know that when big city garbage drifted into our small town, Tom Evans took out the trash. I will be voting for Tom Evans on Tuesday... and Pam Currier told me that she will be voting for him, .too. Michael Callton, D.C. Nashville Pennock SERVICES VERMONTVILLE! "PARK-LIKE" SETTING ON 3 LOTS. $44,90011 2.2 ACRES NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE. On main road - surveyed, perked, modulars acceptable. Nat. gas available, rolling with some trees. Land NOW $109,0001! NASHVILLE - NICE "UPDATED" FAMILY HOME APPROX. 1900 SQ. FT. of the confusion to the fact that there was no chairper­ son, vice-chair, or treasurer when DeBoer left, making it nearly impossible to ascer­ tain what funds were avail­ able. According to Leaf, since the restructuring, there not only is a chair, vice-chair and treasurer, there are also monthly reports. Unfortunately, Mrs. DeBoer’s attacks were not limited to Sheriff Leaf. During the exchange about the Victim Services Unit, she verbally attacked two of her own VSU workers who were in attendance. She pointed her finger at them saying that they knew he was lying and that they were lying too if they thought otherwise. At the close of the forum, she walked directly to these VSU volunteers, claiming that they knew there were no problems with the VSU when she left her former position. These recent accusations and attacks on Leafs profes­ sionalism and integrity were made by two of candidate Sarver’s most vocal support­ ers: the DeBoers. The tone of their questioning speaks vol­ umes about their attitudes HEALTH $99,80011 IN NASHVILLE ON CORNER LOT! NICE 4 BEDROOM HOME ance, DeBoer was condemn­ ing his own policy. Julie DeBoer also had questions for Sheriff Leaf. She asked if there were so many obvious problems with the physical condition of the jail facility, why hadn’t these issues ever appeared in the Michigan Department of Corrections jail reports? She stated that none of the reports received by the previ­ ous administration indicated any facility problems. It is my understanding that this group is charged with (among other things) the inspection of cleanliness, personnel and inmate safety, and making sure that privacy issues are addressed. They do make recommendations regarding food service and room temperature requirements for inmates, but they do not crawl around on the roof and are not responsible for investigating old pipes or heating and plumbing issues. So what does this mean? Lack of citations against the previous administration on these issues does not consti­ tute their complete fulfill­ ment and upkeep, and to imply "no citations" is a glowing report is not only flawed, but also completely erroneous. Mrs. DeBoer accused Leaf him of outright lying. She claims he publicly took cred­ it for instituting the county­ wide school liaison program and the Victims Services Unit (VSU), when in fact it was the previous administra­ tion that had implemented these programs, Leaftold the audience he never said he started those programs. He did, however, take credit for improving and enlarging the school liaison program by adding a second deputy and for restructuring the VSU due to problems that sur­ faced when Mrs. DeBoer vacated her leadership role at the unit. One such concern involved confusion as to how much money was in the VSU accounts. Leaf attributed part Shows like new, 1998 mfg. home, central air, double lot Lake access pls it's on a channel on an 'all sports' lake. .Call Homer. (LK-26) Executive Director, Pennock Foundation Due to growth, we seek an experienced, dynamic, and innovative leader to join Pennock s Executive Healthcare team. The newly created position of Executive Director of Pennock Foundation directs all philanthropic efforts - Annual Giving, Capital Campaign, Deferred Giving, Foundation/Corporate solicitation, Communications/Special Events. Coordinates Pennock Foundation Board and reports to the CEO. Position requirements: ♦Bachelors Degree, Masters Degree preferred ♦Demonstrated outcomes in the areas of fund development and market share growth ♦Minimum of five years experience in not-for-profit sector, preferably healthcare. Pennock offers excellent compensation and benefits including medical/dental, pension plan, generous paid time off, and a superior work environment. Send resume in confidence to: Pennock Health Services ATTN: Sue Kolanowski T, 1009 W. Green St. Hastings, MI 49058 Email: susank@peiihockhealth.com EOE I | �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, August 2,2008 — Page 7 Senior Project Fresh coupons, class available v* NS 3 u*A jsi5s%^S JsS 2s2sS S *?sSS s >sS % SA SfiicJJ* sV Vjjj *s w*wS? ?>S ^s7V X >X b\?%> %> Si^S '^Jtetejfs Jjjfss IH/5^ W »Wfa rttt Senior Project Fresh is a free program for moderate-income seniors age 60 years and older to purchase locally grown fresh fruits and vegetables. Seniors may sign up to receive a free coupon book worth $20 to be used at any participating Michigan farmer’s market for locally grown fresh fruits and veg­ etables. Income is based on household total. Senior citi­ zens with a monthly income of $1,604 or lower for one household member and $2,159 or lower for two peo- ple qualify. Each qualifying senior cit­ izen can receive one coupon booklet. If there will be a proxy involved for the coupon books, the proxy needs to be present to sign for the coupon book. Coupons can be used at any participating farmer’s market through Oct. 31. MSU Extension and the Commission on Aging will be offering more Project Fresh classes for seniors to receive free nutrition educa­ tion and coupon books at the following dates and times: • Wednesday, Aug. 6, Delton Methodist Church pavilion (off of M-43), 8:30 a.m. • Tuesday, Aug. 12, Nashville Masonic Temple (senior meal site) 10 a.m. • Friday, Aug. , Middleville Farmer’s Market, M-37 in the strip mall on the west side, S a.m. Call MSU Extension at 269-945-1388 or the Commission on Aging at 269-948-4856 for further information. Six county commission seats contested Candidates for the Barry ing the District 7 seat, cur­ omy and the promotion and County Board of rently held by Jeff development necessary to Commissioners will appear VanNortwick. District 7 cov­ maintain the area’s integrity. on the Tuesday, Aug. 5, bal­ ers Assyria, Baltimore and Issues important to lot. The board of commis­ Johnstown townships. VanNortwick are the econo­ sioners is divided into eight Jeff VanNortwick is the my, fiscal responsibilities, districts, based on popula­ president and owner of human services and the envi­ tion. Environmental Landscape ronment. Locally, those include: Services. He said he has Mike Boles is retired from District 5 interest and commitment to Kellogg and owns and oper­ Mike Callton, presently the office and he factors in ates a farm in Barry County. chairman of the county the unique situation of his He said he is honest and a board, is running unopposed area because of a proximity team player. He said he does for the district that covers to Battle Creek, while still not have his own agenda for Maple Grove, Castleton and being in Barry County. He the office. Boles said some Woodland townships. He said he understands the need issues important to the race was elected in 2004. and contributions of small are keeping taxes low and District 7 businesses, the necessity of a repairing the jail at as little Two candidates are see seek-- more susanae wo canaes sustainable local oca econ- costas cost as posse. possible. Ferris announces May graduates rttt Mlifel C®iiitq\ 1 rilhi ■Cm a^gJiipcul ■at ml ii'is Iti'itaWS low ±M|nalfeli !aa in in ih iii i in snsSsfifi tn nit Em id * lit® W ui Idbniifc tg? h»«ta-»fs Some 1,630 students com­ pleted the requirements for certificates, associate, bache­ lor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees at Ferris State University, Kendall College of Art and Design, and the College of Professional and Technological Studies during the semester that ended in May. Students graduating with honors were recognized for high academic achievement Ferris State University academic honors list University officials have announced that 3,353 stu­ dents who earned academic honors for the semester that ended in May 2008 at Ferris State University and Kendall College of Art and Design. To be eligible for academic honors, undergraduate stu­ dents must have accumulated at least a 3.5 grade point average in no fewer than 12 credit hours of coursework, while part-time students must have accumulated at least 12 credit honors of graded coursework 3.5 semester GPA and a 3.3 cumulative GPA. Among the students hon­ ored were: Nashville - Ryan Goris, Mary Jewell, Amy Joostbems, Glenn Powers. on the basis of grade point average’s computed on a 4.0 scale. The university is cur­ rently undergoing a transition from the current English sys­ tem ofhonors designations to the more traditional and stringent Latin system. English' levels of recogni­ tion are highest distinction, 3.75 to 4.0; high distinction, 3.5 to 3.47; and distinction, 3.25 to 3.49. Latin levels of recognition are summa cum laude, 3.9 to 4.0; magna cum laude, 3.75 to 3.89; and cum laude, 3.5 to 3.74. Among the students gradu­ ating were: Vermontville Matthew Dunham, bachelor of science degree in HVACR engineeri*ng technology. Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues & Services deserve millage approval To the editor: I am writing this in •response to a few articles explaining Nashville Ambulance Service needs a millage for EMS operations to continue in Castleton Township, Maple Grove Township, and Nashville. I know that some people have negative, feels Jo the ambulance service. I know some people love having a local ambulance service this is controlled by the people in the communities. The service is facing hardtimes right now like other services throughout the state and the country. I ask people of the three communities that make up part of Maple Valley vote to support the needed millage that will keep the ambulance service going and know that the service makes a difference in a com­ munity that cares for their people. Nashville Ambulance pro­ vides advanced life support to Vermontville EMS and Kalamo Township. I ask that the community .to support Nashville Fire Department and Police Department, too, because the fire and police help make difference in the 24 HOURS N4SHWU£< 133 S. Main Nashville, Ml 517-852-0868 You’re In, You’re Out... You're HVme i Grocery Store Pricing With Party Store Convenience! WE. AVW. SALE £S3 NED. 7HW. HH. 2MILK GALLON $099 BAR-S BAR-S SAUSAGE HOT DOGS 4/$E00 99? . 1 CHUCKWAGON JOHNSONVILLE BACON BRATS 2/$9OO 2/$E00 3 JIF PEANUT BUTTER COTTONELLE BATH TISSUE 2/$£IOO 2/$g00 WVa-Roii Pk. 18 OZ. OPEN PIT HUNT'S BBQ SAUCE SPAGHETTI SAUCE From Our Readers j*t*kfo1 OPEN: 7 DAYS A WEEK community, too. 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(am-MIOnight: Sun. 9AM-10PM E IP^I Bridge Cards ■ I/I/7C �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, August 2, 2008 - Page 8 Nashville dam committee visits Dimondale dam-removal site by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter Tuesday evening, several members of the Nashville Dam Committee took a field trip to Dimondale, to talk with village officials about their dam removal project completed in October 2006 and see the W-wier which is similar to one that would be constructed should the vil­ lage of Nashville decide to pursue the removal of the dam across the Thomapple River just east of the M-66 bridge, * Joining dam committee members James Dunham, Shirley Mathias, Karen Snyder, Greg Godbey, fellow council and committee mem­ ber Jack Holden, and Nashville resident Tim Smith, were Joanne Barnard, director of the Barry Conservation District; Dana Strouse, presi­ dent of the Thomapple River Watershed Association; and Jim Marshall III, the United States Department of Agriculture coordinator to the Potawatomi Resource Conservation and Development (Potawatomi RCD); and Chris Frieburger, biologist with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources Fisheries Division, who organized the trip. Both Freiburger and Barnard said they thought the field trip was beneficial because it gave the commit­ tee members an opportunity to talk informally with offi- cials from another communi­ ty who went through the same decision-making process and see the tangible results of that decision. “There was a lot of really good discussion,” said Freiburger. Dunham, Nashville Village Council trustee and chairman of the dam com­ mittee, said he was glad the committee actually had the opportunity to see the Wweir. “Being able to see one in person was really impres­ sive,” he said. “We’ve talked about a weir, but we hadn’t actually seen one, and seeing one has a much bigger impact; When you stand near the weir on the river, it is Representatives from the Nashville Dam Committee, The Thornapple River Watershed Association, The Barry County Soil and Water Conservation District, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, the United States Department of Agriculture and Dimondale Village Council discuss dam removal. Nashville Village Council trustee Jim Dunham takes a look at the weir across the Grand River in Dimondale. 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Doug, Louisa and family \|MILK 5875 S. M-66 Hwy, Nashville • 517-852-9003 very peaceful. It is engi­ neered to look natural, you can hear, the water ripple over the rocks, and its just a nice place for people to come and hang out by the river.” In March, it was Freiburger, accompanied by Barnard, Strouse, and DNR Fisheries Management biol­ ogist Scott Hanshue, and Department of Environmental (DEQ) safety engineer Paul Wessel who first approached the Nashville Village Council about rembvirig the dam. During a public hearing, Freiburger, offered to donate his time and expertise should the village decide to proceed with removal of the dam. He volunteered to help the vil­ lage find grants, do the sur­ vey, get permits and do everything as economically as possible. During the regular council meeting that followed the public hearing, the council unanimously approved a motion to apply for an inland fisheries grant available through the DNR, the deadline for which was the end of March. The money from the grant could be used toward removal of the dam if the council chose removal. Frieburger told council members before their vote that they could still change their minds about removing the dam if the village decid­ ed it did not want to proceed with the plan in September when the grant money would be awarded. Marshall and the Potawatomi RCD became involved in April when the Nashville Village Council decided to explore the cost and feasibility of repairing or replacing the dam, compared" to removing it. . The Potawatomi RCD is a non-governmental, non-prof­ it organization founded in 1977 to help “Local people solve local problems,” according to Marshall. “We provide a unique regional framework for locally direct­ ed action and cooperation aimed at solving problems identified by the people who are experiencing them first­ hand.” Since Freiburger first approached the council about removing the dam, community members, partic­ ularly those who live on the millpond above the dam in Nashville, have come for­ ward to express their con­ cerns including possible decreases in water level, smelly, muddy and unsightly bottom land exposed by low water levels, ownership of exposed bottom lands, flood control and decreased prop­ erty values. During Tuesday’s meet­ ing, which started in Dimondale’s Township Hall and ended along the banks of the Grand River, Dimondale Village Manager Denise Parisian and trustee Ralph Reznick, explained why they opted for dam removal and addressed some of the issues brought up by Nashville Dam Committee members with help from Marshall, Barnard and Freiburger. Freiburger began by explaining that while the top of the Dimondale dam was breached in 1997 and had an approximately 10-foot face, compared to Nashville’s estimated six-foot face, both dams were concrete and rock structures that could be replaced by W-weirs. Parisian and Reznick said that Dimondale had been contemplating what to do about the deteriorating dam for 15-years before it was finally removed. However, once the dam was breached and the village acquired the dam and approximately 15 acres of surrounding property for $1 in 2004, they stepped up their search for solutions. “We knew we had to do something about the dam and the contaminated property (a former dump) that surround­ ed it,” said Parisian. “Before we acquired the dam and the property it had become obvi­ ous that the owner was not going to maintain or repair it so if we were going to see improvement, it had to be by us.” After cleaning up the con­ tamination at the site, Dimondale council members started looking into the cost of repairing and maintaining the dam, talked with the DNR about the cost of removal and grants to cover a portion of the cost. Due to grants, Dimondale was able to have its dam removed at a cost to the village of $50,000, which was onetenth of the total $500,000 cost. Freiburger noted that the most difficult part of dam removal is social — dealing with concerned citizens. “Every time we do these projects, the concerns are the same,” he said. “People are concerned about property values, water levels, wildlife habitat and their memories and the history of the dam.” “So, we held a lot of pub­ lic meetings, had a lot of press coverage and spent a lot of time educating the public. But, once we actually got the dam-remOval project started it was completed in two weeks,” said Parisian. “Once we were done, the community was really happy with the results. Our goal was to maintain the water See DAM, next page 226 N. Main • Nashville 517-852-1757 Full-Seryice Hair, Nail & fanning Salon Maut Street Salon, Michelle Snowden Nail Tech Stylists Cheryl Pierce & Angie Joppie | Hours: Mon, 9-2, Tues.-Frl. 9-5, Sat. 9-12, Eves, by Appt. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, August 2,2008 — Page 9 DAM, continued from previous page ?S S)^ J'SH *|Bt- Fbi *?‘*S |Rt» Mk’*<** r r ’, , ••RRikith ;«mp1’ 3®a hstta; “R *snai'rt»«k level where it was after the breach.” Smith asked if the flow of the river determined the size of the boulders used in the weir. “The gentleman that did our engineering was very precise,” said Parisian. “During the construction of the weir, he was in the river telling them where to put each rock.” Smith asked if any of the rocks moved once they had been put in place. Parisian said that a small portion of rock along the river bank had moved after the reconstruc­ tion was complete but it did­ n’t have an impact on the integrity of the bank. “Did you use any of the material from the dam for your structure?” asked Holden. “Some of the rock,” said Reznick. Parisian asked if the Nashville dam was in need ofrepair. Smith replied, “We should do an engineering study first because we don’t know what the condition of the dam is and what we are dealing with.” “When Paul (DEQ dam safety engineer Paul Wessel) looked at it earlier he said that it might be okay now but its not going to get any bet­ ter,” said Dunham. Wessel has said he expects to thor­ oughly inspect the dam this month when water levels go down. “If the inspection shows the dam is not deteriorating, will it make the decision harder?” asked Strouse. “As we go through this, there will be a lot of studies done to make sure nothing is harmed,” said Dunham. “Sometimes people want answers before the studies are done, but the studies are needed to provide the answers,” observed Strouse. “Regardless of when we do this, it’s not going to be completely free,” said Dunham. ‘But right now we have Chris here and he’s offering to do a lot for us at no cost to the village, and we don’t know what’s going to happen 10 years down the line.” “So either we pay for it now or we pay more for it later,” observed Smith. “A lot of people in town say the dam has been there for 160 years and will proba­ bly be there fbr another,” said Holden. “How long from the time of the breach to removal?” Godbey asked. “Ten years,” said Reznick. Snyder asked if there were any liability issues. Reznick replied that while there was liability with the dam, the W-weir will never have to be replaced and is maintenance and liability free. “There was a five-foot drop in water elevation?” asked Godbey. “The water level went down four or five inches,” said Reznick. “But what they did was put the W-weir in place before the dam came out, Then the structures step the level of the water down Over a longer area (than when the dam was in place) but the elevation stayed the same upriver.” Freiburger explained that in Nashville the weir would be put in place and then the water behind the dam would be “de-watered” by using the spillway or by slowly lower the impoundment. Dunham said the most important benefit of the wensystem was not the mainte­ nance of elevation but fish passage. “It’s nice to maintain the elevation but it’s important to have the fish passage and improved habitat,” he said. Holden expressed concern that the water level in the millpond would drop. “Our water level would drop substantially,” he said, “I’m not an engineer but that’s just the way it looks to me.” “A lot of the millpond is less than two feet deep; those areas probably won’t stay,” said Freiburger. “It don’t look good, but if you move the lily pads, away the water underneath is crys­ tal clear,” said Snyder, who said she was concerned about, “muck,” or exposed bottom lands. “We really didn’t create any muck except in a few places,” said Reznick. “As soon as they started to dry up, the natural vegetation in the seed beds sprung up fast. It was incredible.” “We’ll have to put up with the smell,” said Mathias. “It might smell for about a year,” said Marshall. hk- ifaikiii R i DU to kii ■K Massm «tabtf ipwkto Dak sKHni i Daat DhihiRii eis asukfei («to Sl'hi'is 351S :isb x \gy HrR^ jj; M&jf^ ffliilhssi''- Members of the Nashville Dam Committee, the Barry County Soil and Water Conservation District, the Dimondale Village Council and other agencies look over the site on the Grand River where the village of Dimondale removed a dam in the fall of 2006. Hansbarge Heating & Air Conditioning 51 LICENSED INSURED Vermontville, Ml COLE HANSBARGER Owner RUUD Featuring Ruud Gas Furnaces and Air Conditioners. Full Line of Indoor Air Quality Products • FREE Estimates • | Members of the Nashville Dam Committee, the Dimondale Village Council, Department of Natural Resources and other interested groups look over the W-wiers on the Grand River in Dimondale. “Will it smell worse than it does now?” asked Holden. “It might result in some more lawn to mow,” said Dunham. “Or they’ll have to move their docks out a bit farther, that’s all,” said Reznick. Dunham also noted that removing the dam might result in less mosquitoes because the water will be flowing rather than still. “People upstream were happy with the results,” said Reznick. “Before the removal, they said they were afraid we were going to ‘Turn the Grand River into the Grand Creek,’ but that didn’t happen.” Reznick and Parisian reported that they began to see improvements in the river and increased wildlife activity almost immediately. “Bass and walleye fishing only improved after the dam was removed,” said Reznick. “We’ve seen more water­ fowl, sandhill cranes, an eagle. We even sighted an osprey while they were still removing the dam,” said Parisian. Godbey asked about the. land on either side of the river once the dam was removed. Reznick explained that the banks were built up to approximate where they would have been if the river had remained free-flowing and Parisian added that the vegetation filled in quickly. Smith asked who owned the land along the river on either side once the water went down. Parisian replied that the village had purchase the land along with the dam, so it wasn’t an issue. Reznick clarified that if water recedes, the property owners along the banks own the land up to the river. Barnard said she had been working with Castleton Township Assessor Jud Cooley regarding property ownership 'along the Thomapple River and every­ thing indicates that exposed bottom land would belong to the property owners, not the Village ofNashville. “There’s a state road cross­ ing the river upstream from the dam. Did you have to work with MDOT (Michigan Department of Transportation) when you decided-to remove the dam?” asked Godbey. “Yes,” said Reznick “We did a study and had to show that removing the dam would­ n’t affect the abutments.” “What about canoeing, do you have more ofthat now?” asked Holden. “Yes,” said Parisian. “We were standing on the bank ofthe river day the weir was finished, saying we had to get a canoe and be the first to go through it. But even as we were standing there on the bank someone came through and beat us to it,” said Reznick. Parisian said that the dam removal was a first step in a larger community develop­ ment project including a new park an trails that could increase the accessibility and use of the river. “Right now, we just have a few benches and a picnic table, but give us 15 years,” she said. “We rezoned down­ town along the river to mixed-use, and every year we identify something small and try to get a grant like we did for our picnic table and benches. Every little bit we do brings more and more people out to the river.” Parisian said that the vil­ lage was hoping to redevelop a park on a five-acre island that was abandoned and allowed to fall into disrepair after it was heavily vandal­ ized during the 1970s. “A lot of people who remember the way it was and what happened were against the idea,” she said. “But we think its time the people reclaim the park and not let the past stop us from moving forward.” Marshall paraphrased William Least Heat-Moon in his book River-Horse: A Voyage Across America, as saying that towns that embrace their rivers thrive while those that turn their backs on them don’t. After the meeting, Holden said he thought the evening had been “extremely productive.” “Now we know exactly what the weir would look like. You never really know what something looks like until you see it yourself. I think it looks nice and some­ what natural, and I was real­ ly impressed with the water clarity,” he said. “It’s just my opinion, but I like the idea that it costs little money compared to repairing or replacing the dam, and it’s maintenance-free. I’m lean­ ing more toward removal, but I’m not ready to make a final decision.” Godbey was also still on the fence. “It worked out great for Dimondale ajnd it’s an option for us, but until the study is done, I don’t want to offer an opinion one way of another. See DAM, page 16 �Ju* Say A* Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, August 2, 2008 — Page 10 SUSPECT, continued from page 1 detailed the new numbers. Backstage, the maximum capacity is 50. and in the bal­ cony the total is 49 Downstairs, the number v*ane with the type of fur­ nishings included. Using only chairs. 207 is the maxi­ mum number of people. With tables and chairs, that number is lowered to 97. The board also heard a detailed report of the recent­ ly completed township audit. Maple Valley Boosters continue fundraisers Net assets of the township have increased to $152,000, most ofwhich is attributed to the grant awarded for the purchase of a new firetruck. Trustee Brian Moore also reported on the progress of improvements at the opera house. A committee com­ prised of Moore, O’Dell, Carla Rumsey from the library and Sherry Reynolds for The Revue Theatre Group met recentI* and pri­ oritized a long list of repairs and improvements. Moore and the township board decided at the meeting to put several of the projects out to bid, including reseal­ ing part ofthe roofand repair the fire escape stairs, among others. Moore said he is also hop­ ing that community members will step up and help with a variety of smaller projects that need to be completed at the opera house. The commit­ tee meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 9 am. in the library. Board Treasurer JoeAnn Nehmer also reported to the board that the consumer price index figures she had presented to the board to use as basis for the fire and ambulance contracts is an accurate figure. After check­ ing further with personnel in Washington, D.C., Nehmer told the board that her figure of a 4.2 CPI is on target with official figures. The board also selected Wednesday, Aug. 6, for a special meeting to further discuss the EMS contract with Kalamo Township. The board will meet at 7 p.m. in Great Lakes Longbow Invitational XXIV comia ng t. o Char।l_ton mPairk aug. m840St The Michigan Longbow Association (MLA) will be holding its sixth annual Great Lakes Longbow Invitational The Maple Valley Athletic Boosters helped raise funds (GLLI) at Historic Charlton to build this press box at the Maplewood School field. Park in Hastings Friday through Sunday, August 8, 9 and 10. During the 2007-08 school matched the grant to pur­ The Great Lakes Longbow year, the Maple Valley chase a batting cage for Invitational, the world’s Athletic Boosters contributed everyone to use at a cost of largest longbow event, is in $3 XXX) to the Maple Valley $1,311. its 24th year, while the MLA The next fundraiser will be baseball team to build a press is celebrating its 25th box behind home plate at the the eighth annual golf outing anniversary. Charlton Park is field located at Maplewood Sunday, Aug. 10, at 1 p.m. at the location for the GLLI, School. Mulberry Fore at 517-852­ which has previously been Along with the contribu­ 0760 for more information. held in Marshall, Brighton, tion to the baseball team, the All proceeds will go to Berrien Springs and Grass boosters also contributed benefit the student athletes at $500 to improve the land­ Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High scape around the softball School. field at the high school and Local students make GVSU dean’s list Grand Valley State University announces the names of students who were placed on the dean's list for the winter 2008 semester. The list includes those stu­ dents who have maintained a 3.5 grade point average and been enrolled in a minimum of 12 credits. The honor is noted on the students’ official records. Area students honored for the winter semester include: Bellevue - Benjamin T. Cook, Stephanie L. Morse, Shaun M. Prickett. Nashville - Lisa M. Hamilton, Anna K. Lawrence, Rebekah E. Welch. Vermontville Matthew M. Gordeneer. FREE C®IN Lake. just for young longbow The GLLI is a weekend shooters. full of longbow shooting, A variety of food vendors browsing the traditional will be on hand, and archery archery vendors’ displays, vendors will have new and eating and carousing with used bows, arrows and all of other longbow enthusiasts. the traditional archery supThere will be shooting events plies on hand to get prepared for all ages and skill levels. for the upcoming hunting Attendees can participate in season or just some backyard the Silver Arrow Shoot­ shooting. based on the old “Robin The GLLI is an all-week­ Hood” style tournament, the -end event, so guests can Clout Shoot - a distance and come out to the park, camp accuracy event; three 3-D and enjoy the whole experi­ courses for fun, or try their ence, orjust come for the day luck at the turkey novelty to get a taste. Either way, if shoots. A range will be set up planning to shoot, this is a longbow and wooden arrow event, so leave other bows al hpme. 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 hoot for free. Camping is $6 per night before Thursday, and $6 for the weekend. ■’There is a $6 per adult gate fee for the weekend. For more information, the MLA Web site is michiganlongbow.org/glli.htm or call MLA Council Member Ken Scollick at (248) 634-0845. For more information on the park, visit www.charltonpark.org or phone (269) 945­ 3775. APPRAISALS Tuesday, August 5 | For 9:00 a.m. to 4:00p.m. A Professional Coin Expert... Will be available to you at no charge courtesy of HCC, Inc., a firm of nationally recognized numismatists, and Independent Bank to evaluate your coins, paper money and precious metals. The Silver, Gold and Platinum Bullion Market is nearing all time highs. The value of silver dimes, quarters and half dollars, along with Gold American Eagles, Gold Canadian Maple Leafs and Krugerrands are skyrocketing! Additionally, collector coins like Morgan and Peace Dollars, Indian Pennies and Commemorative Coins are in GREAT DEMAND. So ifyour old coins are sitting around in a closet collecting dust, this is the time to see what thev are worth! HCC will purchase your coins at the appraised value if desired. everything from business &r Revue to present “Forum" Aug. 14 to 17 The Revue, located at 221 S. Main St., Vermontville, is preparing for its upcoming production of “A Funny cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics (269)945-9554 the fire station. Commission 5dliU COUR|U on Aging Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Hearty Menu Monday, August 4 Salisbury steak and gravy, mashed potatoes, stewed tomatoes, cherry cobbler. Goulash, w/cheddar cheese, cauliflower, apricots. mashed potatoes, broccoli with cheese sauce, diced pears. Thursday, August 7 Taco bake, com, apple crisp, flour tortilla. Friday, August 8 Macaroni with Cheddar cheese, chopped spinach, winter blend vegetables, banana. Cold Menu Monday, August 4 Calif. Reuben spread, com O’Brian, apricots, rye bread. Tuesday, August 5 Hard boiled eggs, com and tomato salad, plums, saltine crackers. Wednesday, August 6 Turkey w/Swiss cheese, marinated vegetables, spiced apples, flour tortilla. Thursday, August 7 Chef salad, black bean tomato salad, mandarin oranges, whole wheat crack­ ers. Friday, August 8 Cheese cubes, broccoli raisin salad, pineapple tidbits, whole wheat crackers. Activities Calendar Monday, August 4: Hastings - August Birthday Party; Music/Crafts; Card Making 12:30 p.m.; Mini Massage 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Delton - BP Clinic 11 a.m.. H,W,N Reminiscence. Tuesday, August 5: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Bocce Ball 10:30 a.m.; Bible Study 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, August 6: Hastings - Nails; Music with Sam; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m.; Lifeline Screening 9 a.m.-3 p.m. p.m. Delton Reminiscence. Thursday, August 7: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with the Lewis’; haircuts make appt. Delton Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville TV Time. Friday, August 8: Hast­ ings - Exercise 9 a.m.; Mixed Media Painting 9:30 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m.; Model Railroad 12 p.m. Woodland Visiting. Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum.” Show times are Aug. 14 to 16 at 7 p.m., and Aug. 16 and 17 at 3 p.m. *CM Independent Bank WE ARE BUYING' || 194 Main St. Vermontville, MI * No appointment necessary'! 1-800-422-4405___________ HE ground) is 17-year-old Mac Arney of Charlotte. Mac plays the role of Hysterium, a nervous slave who even­ tually ends up dressing as a woman. To find out why, * Cleaning coins may decrease their value. * If you have questions, call: Pictured on the opera house stage (with remnants of their previous production, “Seussical, Jr.” in the back­ . . Wgff us on/zne...www.hcc-coin.com come and see the show. Tickets are $8 for adults, $7 for seniors and $5 for chil­ dren under 12 and can be purchased by calling 269-367­ 4455, or by e-mailing therevuel ©yahoo.com. for Castleton Township Trustee • An Experienced Professional •10 Year Resident of Castleton Township • Representing All Residents Paid for by the Committee to Elect Mike Trahan. w______________3152 Shumac Nashville. Ml 49073 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, August 2,2008 — Page 11 COUNTY, continued from page 1 proper handling of funds and records. Drain Commissioner Seven people are vying for the position of drain com­ missioner, left open by the retirement of Thomas Doyle. Jan Kelly currently is a truck driver and farmer. He said he could bring honesty, integrity and a passion to serve the people of Barry County. He said his manage­ ment and organizational skills, as well as his ability to work with and motivate peo­ ple, set him apart from other candidates. Issues important to him are the environment and careful use of taxpayer dollars. Russ Yarger is the Freeport Director of Public Works. He said he has integrity, cooperation, exist­ ing relationships with regu­ latory authorities, hands-on experience and a reputation as being reliable and depend­ able to bring to the office. He said he has the endorsement of retiring commissioner JSliasi o2feiX 77^?ki ^?ki fc c *i* .TW . TW tam , Tfel O bib. to. j*#*i / fchni .UL, E® aM JD^ ojntiitaditi- tatfcrt I11’ s,« liitatE MUsh 313 Ita. ta k n® ta-taSty isid tafc'&fcW tafa)ty|!]|i;)li g® teta-jjfe trial-fftlliiW' autatriK g>< fate ta ■ niiiisN®1'* irib ta Doyle, experience working on Barry County drains, recognition as being a sup­ portive leader and a life-time goal to be the Barry County Drain Commissioner. He said the important issues are a fair and honest distribution of property assessments, continuation of maintenance and enhancements of county infrastructure, and explo­ ration of cost-sharing part­ nerships. Kevin Allerding is a busi­ ness owner. He said he has working-man’s knowledge, common sense, knowledge of bidding and project quotes, integrity and fair­ ness. He said he has 40 years of an excellent work ethic and a track record of fairness and integrity. He said some issues important to the race are giving back to the county and community and preserv­ ing land and resources. Dennis McKelvey is a township assessor. He said he is the former Barry County Drain Maintenance From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues History should be preserved To the editor: I’ve lived in the Nashville area for 25 years; and lived in the Battle Creek area for 30 years prior. I moved here because I love the area, and I stayed for the same reason. Over the years I’ve seen historic landmarks destroyed - the flour mill, the feed and grain mill, the railroad depot -just to name a few. It’s just a matter of time before all the old carriage bams will be tom down. We should be pre­ serving our historic village. In recent months, there was talk of tearing out the Thomapple Dam, I suspect so a money-grubbing devel­ oper could get the extra frontage. This has been one of the most photographed places in the Barry County area for weddings, engage­ ments, graduation, birthdays, or just for the beauty of the scenery. I pray the village will choose to keep it for our children and grandchildren to enjoy. If a business could survive selling Carhartts and boots, Freeport Elevator wouldn’t have' closed. Have you looked for these at Hometown Lumber or Hughes Hide and Fur? Either place will be more than happy to help you. Nashville is a bedroom community for Lansing, Battle Creek, Ionia and Hastings its residents are either working out of town, retired, school or village workers, business owners or working at local business in town. GM, nor anything like it, is never going to beat the door down to get in. Develop the M-66 corridor? Rip out more farm ground? Have you priced com and hay lately? We’ve lost way too much farmland already. There is a housing market slump, as anyone in the sawmill business can tell you. There are four to five pages of mortgage foreclo­ sures in the Banner every week. Nashville is a family-ori­ ented town, with family-ori­ ented businesses. Ifyou think you can succeed by discour­ aging families with children from coming to your restau­ rant, think again. Rude behavior will Only be tolerat­ ed once. One thing we do have is a good selection of restaurants. Nashville - love it or leave it! Inez Warren, Nashville CALENDAR OF EVENTS Aug. 5 Aug. 7 Aug. 11 Aug. 16 Aug. 19 Aug. 20 Aug. 21 Dog Developmental Committee Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Extension Office. Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Rendezvous Committee Meeting/6:30 p.m., Extension Office. 4-H State Dog Show, MSU Pavilion. Master Gardener Association Executive Committee Meeting, 6 p.m., County Seat. 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7 p.m., Courts and Law Building Conference Room.Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Supervisor and has knowl­ edge of the drain code, blue­ prints and maps, and also has an engineering degree. He said he knows the code and has experience to help him do the job. He said there are no particular issues to the drain commissioner’s race. Mark Englerth currently is a business owner and county commissioner. He said he has experience in many aspects of building trades, including permitting, man­ agement, fencing, shoreline control and storm drain retention. He said he has worked with government entities, has been focused on the needs of the county, built good relationships, tried to keep taxes low, volunteered and empowered the people through the Animal Shelter 2000 Committee, and is involved with the Barry County Republican Party. Issues important to the race are preserving natural resources and educating citi­ zens. Rosemary Anger is the geographic information sys­ tem technician for Barry County Land Information Service. She has spent 11 years working on drain and public works projects, has knowledge of drainage issues and has technical expertise. She said she has surface-water hydrology education, links to local, state and federal networks, has contributed to the Michigan Geographic Framework hydrology; and FEMA modernization. She is the data steward for trans­ portation, political boundary and hydrologic features between Barry County and tthe Michigan Center for Information. Geographic Issues important to her are the conflict between the Drain Code of 1956 and the Michigan State Constitution of 1967. Mark Doster is an attorney and administrator of the Southwest Barry County Sewer and Water Authority. He said he brings experience as a township supervisor, county commissioner, public defender, administrator of a sewgr and water facility, and 02696200 project manager for a sewer extension project He said he is set apart from the other candidates because he has never been delinquent on his property taxes, he has never let his truck run all day in the winter to keep it warm, he has never been fired and he has never been arrested or charged in a civil suit Doster said issues important to the race are protecting the envi­ ronment and coordination of a county-wide recycling pro­ gram. Prosecuting Attorney Two people are vying for the position of Barry County Prosecutor, currently held by Tom Evans. Tom Evans said he brings honesty, fairness, hard work and a vision to the office. He said he believes in a onecase, one-attorney policy, expanded office hours, responsible charging and pleading, litigation by the prosecutor, returned budget­ ed funds and accountability. He said he has leadership experience, has improved his skills as an attorney, cultivat­ ed good relationships with law enforcement and had excellent litigation in his office. He said the issue important to his race is hav­ ing a prosecutor who has been fiscally responsible, has initiated new programs, has increased felony conviction rates and judges cases by strengths and weaknesses. Kerri Selleck currently is an attorney. She said she is competent, consistent, fair and responsible and would bring those qualities to the prosecutor’s office. She said she has extensive trial expe­ rience as an assistant prose­ cutor and criminal defense attorney, has excellent rela­ tionships with law enforce­ ment and knows what to look for before issuing a case. She said issues important to the race are giving victims their, voice in the prosecutor’s office, improving the convic­ tion rate at trial, protecting the citizens of Barry County and making sure it is a safe community. Register of Deeds Two candidates are seek­ ing the register of deeds Got Koi? position, currently held by Darla Burghdoff. Darla Burghdoff has worked in the register of deeds office since 1991 and held the position since 1999. She said she has made good customer service a priority and she is conscious of her duties. She said she has implemented software to redact personal information from computerized records, implemented a disaster­ recovery program and a Web site. She said she thinks it is important for elected offi­ cials to be active members of their respective associations to stay up-to-date on issues and legislation. Frank Burns is retired from the postal service. He said he thinks he can bring an improved Internet index system, a free electronic entry book over the Internet and accurate public record­ keeping. He said he has more than 38 years of government experience dealing with the public. He said issues impor­ tant to the race are to expedi­ tiously record and process land records and request that the Barry County Abstractor position is brought under the supervision of the register of deeds office. Sheriff Two candidates are com­ peting for the sheriff’s position, currently held by Dar Leaf. Dar Leafwas elected sher­ iff in 2004. He said he brings experience and integrity to the office, and he has imple- mented many changes since becoming sheriff. He said he works to make fiscally responsible decisions, and he understands the importance of training with all local agencies. He said he has training for sheriff, graduat­ ed from Leadership Barry County and he has knowl­ edge, experience and leadership abilities to run the department. He said issues important to the race are the return ofthe current adminis­ tration and the jail. Jerry Sarver is the Chief of Police for the City of Hastings. He said he would bring unbiased decisionmaking that is in the best interest of the community and not cater to special inter­ ests, as well as fiscal responsibility. He said his educa­ tion, experience as police chief, and dedication qualify him for the position. He said issues important to the race are the ability to make wellinformed decisions that are in the best interest of the community? the ability to keep the community protect­ ed from lawsuits, the most fiscally responsible decision for the jail, and Animal Control, including the use of volunteers. Surveyor Brian Reynolds is running unopposed. He was elected county surveyor in 1992. Treasurer Susan VandeCar is run­ ning unopposed. She was elected county treasurer in 1992. 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The chairs replace the fold­ ing metal chairs on the main floor that have been in use for many years. Not only do the seats help community mem­ bers, they also add to the over­ all look ofthe historic site. "Basically, we wanted to give people a more comfort­ able chair to sit on," said Lion’s Club President Mark Lawless. "It also creates a matched set that goes with the color of the curtains instead of a hodge-podge look." The group spent more than $3,000 on the chairs and two chair racks, though The Revue Theatre Group is planning to help with the cost of the racks. • Lawless said the purchase ofthe chairs fits perfectly with the club’s mission to support local community projects. Bill Mason has been part of the Lions Club for 30 years and said the various activities the club has organ­ ized have kept him with the club all those years. "1 joined because 1 just liked what they do for the communi­ ty and people," said Mason. Matt Norton, the group’s newest member, joined the group less than one year ago and said the club has been an extension of the community service skills he learned in 4­ H and FFA. Along with helping sever­ al local residents acquire eyeglasses, the Lions have been busy with several other projects. They work to maintain the park near the former Michigan Magnetics build­ ing and are hoping to update the picnic tables in the near future. They also run the trunk or treat program each Halloweeh and recently con­ tributed to the purchase of a large movie screen by the local library. The group also will soon begin work on a new food wagon to use during the annual chicken barbecue at the Maple Syrup Festival. The former wagon will be donated to the Cub Scout group for use as storage or as their own food wagon. "We’re always looking for something in the community that’s not getting done," said Lawless. Gene Fisher, a member for more than 40 years, said the club welcomes new mem­ bers and builds relationships along with community. He is certain that the more each of. the members put into the Gene Fisher, John Perez, Rod Russell, Matt Norton, Bill Martin, Mike Visger and Doug Kelsey show off the new chairs purchased by the Lion’s Club for the Vermontville Opera House. (Not pictured are Russ Laverty, Dennis Smith and Greg Symanski.) club, the more they get out of it. "I joined because I was always proud of the commu­ nity and wanted to do differ- ent things to help," said Fisher. "There’s good fel­ lowship in the group, and you can go just as far as you want. You can stay at the local level or go clear up to the state level. The more you do with other clubs, the more interesting it gets, and it just grows on you." The biggest issue Harvey is hoping to take part in if elected is to assist with the proper spending of taxpay­ er’s money. "Most of all I want to over­ see the spending of the town­ ship, eliminate waste and cre­ ate better control of where we’re spending money," said Harvey. Democratt incumbent JoeAnn Nehmer and Republican Marcia Grant are hoping to land the treasurer seat this November. Nehmer said not only does her experience qualify her for the position, but her work ethic also fits with the needs of the position. "As township treasurer, I have attended all the Eaton County Township Association meetings, attend­ ed workshops and seminars to increase the knowledge ofthe position," said Nehmer. "I have the willingness to step out and go beyond the job of treasurer to assist other offices ofthe township." For Grant, her desire to serve the community and cre­ ate positive change prompted her to throw her name in the hat for treasurer. "I want to do a good job for the township," said Grant. "I am looking forward to doing a good job for the township and knowing that I’m doing the best job that 1 can. It’s a job but not a ‘job,’ it’s a serv­ ice to the people." Current board trustee Jack Owens will face Dean Monroe in the election for the position of supervisor of the township. Owens said the knowl­ edge and experience he has acquired as trustee during the past four years has prepared him to lead the board. "I have gained a lot of experience as trustee," said Owens after the meeting Thursday night. "I have gained tax experience and dealing with the State of Michigan and the state tax commission." Monroe’s involvement in and knowledge of Vermontville Township will be an asset to the board, he said. "I believe that my interests and experience for the com­ munities of Castleton, Maple Grove and Vermontville townships make me aware of the what the Vermontville Township Supervisor job entails," said Monroe. Current Township Clerk Sharon Stewart is the lone candidate for her position in the upcoming election. Village clerk for 15 years before becoming part of the township board, Stewart was appointed as clerk in 2004 after the resignation of her predecessor. "The township is in the process of making lots of changes," said Stewart. "We are heading in a good direc­ tion and I’d like to see some of those things through. ISSUES, continued from page 1 tions, and rental fees, make LEGAL NOTICE up the annual library budget of approximately $55,000," wrote Rumsey in a recent press release. The language found in the ballot r*eads: Library millage proposal FORECLOSURE NOTICE This Shall the tax limitation firm is a debt collector attempting imposed under Article IX, to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this pur- Sec. 6 of the Michigan pose. If you are in the Military, Constitution be increased on please contact our office at the all taxable real and tangible g number listed below. MORT­ personal property in GAGE SALE - Default has been Vermontville Township, made in the conditions of a cer­ tain mortgage made by: Juanita J Eaton County, in an amount Gingrich and Charles S Gingrich, not to exceed .75 mill ($.75 on Husband and Wife to Mortgage each $1,000 of taxable value) Electronic Registration Systems, for a period of five years, Inc., solely as nominee for Access Mortgage and Financial 2008 to 2012 inclusive, of Corporation, Mortgagee, dated which .6998 mill is a renewal September 7, 2005 and recorded ofthe millage rate that expired December 15,2005 in Instrument in 2007 and .0502 mill is new 1157729 Barry County additional millage to offset the Records, Michigan. Said mort­ gage was subsequently assigned millage reduction, to provide to: HSBC Mortgage Services Inc, funds for operating, maintainon which mortgage there is ing and and equipping equipping the claimed to be due at the date Vermontville Township hereof the sum of One Hundred Library and for all other Ninety-Three Thousand Four Hundred Fifty Two Dollars and library purposes authorized by Fourteen Cents ($193,452.14) law; and shall the township including interest 10.75% per levy such millage for said pur­ annum. Under the power of sale pose; the estimate of the rev­ contained in said mortgage and enue the township will collect the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby if the millage is approved and given that said mortgage will be levied by the township in the foreclosed by a sale of the mort­ 2008 calendar year is approx­ gaged premises, or some part of imately $ 35,000? them, at public vendue, Circuit Voters in Eaton County Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on August 14,2008. Said premis- also will have to vote on a es are situated in City of millage for the juvenile facilHastings, Barry County, ity. The language for that Michigan, and are described as: proposal reads: The South one half of Lots 1173 Vermontville Township and 1174 of the City, Formerly board Village of Hastings, according tq Though the tough decision the recorded plat thereof. Commonly known as 828 S will not be presented to the Church Street, Hastings Ml voters until November, this 49058 The redemption period primary election will find shall be 6 months from the date of such, sale, unless determined three candidates vying' for abandoned in accordance with two open trustee positions on MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 COBB WELL DRILLING days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the GREPAIR notice required by MCL • 7 Day Service 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later. • Pumps Installed & Repaired Dated: JULY 9, 2008 HSBC • Service On Submersible Pumps • 2” - 5” Well Drilling and Repair Mortgage Services Inc, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: 30 Years Experience Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 Estimates Available South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester 517-726-0377 Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 356 N. Pease Rd.. Our File No: 08-95387 ASAP# Vermontville 2817876 07/12/2008, Richard Cobb David Cobb 07/19/2008, 07/26/2008, 08/02/2008 06674931 Ml Lie. #1748 the Vermontville Township board. Republican Incumbent Brain Moore is up against Democrat Blair Miller and Republican Gaylord Harvey. Moore is finishing up his first term as trustee for the board and said his experi*ence is his biggest asset going into the race. "Today, I bring all the training that I have complet­ ed in the past four years," sftid Moore. "I was a new­ comer when I started on the board and now I have experi­ ence behind me." Miller said his involve­ ment with the board as a cit­ izen has helped prepare him for the trustee position. "I have been involved in all but a handful of meetings during the last few years," said Miller. "I will bring lots of energy to the board and have already worked on tax issues with the township and was chairman of the plan­ ning commission." 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VILLAGE COUNCIL VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE ORDINANCE 7-24-2008-B —THIS IS NOT YOUR— AVERAGE MOTORCY­ CLE!!! 2003 HARLEY V-ROD. NEW CUSTOM PAINT, RIMS, PIPES, BRAKES. LOWERED 1", LOTS OF CHROME. THIS IS AN EYE CATCHING BIKE! MUST SEE TO BE­ LIEVE NOT DESCRIBA­ BLE WITH WORDS!!!! $11,700. (616)893-6681 PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: Council Member Kenyon, supported by Council Member Coll, moved the adoption of the following ordi­ nance: AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND ORDINANCE NO. 10-25-2007 (LAKEVIEW CEMETERY BOARD ORDINANCE) TO AMEND SECTION 9 A. THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE ORDAINS: SECTION 1. Amendment of Section 9, Ordinance No. 10-25-2007. That Section 9 A, Ordinance No. 1025-2007 is amended to read in its entirety as follows: Section 9: Ground maintenance A? Urns may be placed and maintained at the head stones of graves. All urns must have a foundation of some type. It can be either a poured foundation or a simple patio block. The foundation for an urn must be places as close as possible to the headstone foundation so as to leave little or no space between the two foundations. Decorations will be permitted for Holidays. Veteran flags and flag holders shall be gov­ erned by the Veteran’s Administration rules and regulations. SECTION 2. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be published in accordance with state law and shall become effective twenty (20) days after its adoption or upon its publication, whichever occurs later. 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. PASSED and adopted by the Village ofNashville, Michigan on-7-24-2008. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY YEAS: J Dunham, Harwood, Holden, Kenyon, Coll, F Dunham NAYS: none ABSENT: Moore some single parents might feel financial planning is a luxury-they simply cannot afford,.in fact it’s one they must afford. With no second income to fall back on, single parents could very easily find themselves in a difficult situa­ tion in the case of an emer­ gency or accident. • Secure your earnings. While most single parents are aware of the need for life insurance to provide for their children in the event of the parent’s death, what about in the case of an injury that doesn’t result in death? .Relying solely on disability insurance through an employ­ er is a risk many single par­ ents simply cannot afford to take. Typically, such disabili­ ty insurance only replaces 60 to 70 percent of income — and that’s, before taxes. To put that into perspec­ tive, a single mother who makes $5,000 per month before taxes can expect that income to shrink to, at best, $3,500, and more likely clos­ er to $3,000 if she’s forced to go on disability. Taxes will decrease take-home to even less than that In that light, most single parents without a considerable reserve of cash would admit that a major injury that forces them to go on disability could spell dis­ aster for their family. To avoid such a fate, single parents should secure their income with an individual disability policy. Such poli­ cies can be tax-free and inex­ pensive. For those with suffi­ cient disability policies through their employer, an additional individual policy to replace 20 to 25 percent of income should be sufficient, and not very expensive. • Build an emergency cash stash. Particularly for single parents ofyoung children, it’s impossible to predict what lies around the corner. 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MI 49021 s Now accepting MasterCard & Visa �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, August 2,2008 — Page 15 Hot-Weather practice info available from the MHSAA ^SSJvJ ^SSSSSSJSJsv^?J S'X There are always concerns about physical activity in hot and humid conditions and with the beginning of pre­ season practices less than two weeks away for high school sports teams across the state, the Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) continues its role in providing its member schools educational informa­ tion to assist them in mini­ mizing the possibility of heat-related catastrophic injuries to student-athletes. . The topic of heat-related injuries receives a lot of attention at this time of year, especially when deaths at the professional, collegiate and interscholastic levels of sport occur. In football, data from the National Federation of State High School Associations shows that 25 high school football players have died from heat stroke since 1995. Each spring, the MHSAA has provided information to its member schools to help them prepare for hot weather practice and game conditions in the late summer and early fall. Girls’ golf practice *!? ss !? ^55. L‘ * :»»Z ‘*h> :»» 1 MVHS sports season starts on August 11 i*s ‘''tail t"atial Z^tabu Z*?%^.tabu ’’ * ^'** '**B *'* '** ••*&'*? *&t'*a? a4'k *^Bta a4'k ’•*> * *?**^^" J^*^" Mi. *?*ta ■*£>tel ta ' • U U,k» ^'BsEiij Practices for all of Maple Valley High School’s fall sports teams will being prac­ tice on Monday, Aug. 11. Varsity boys’ and girls’ cross country practice will be held form 10 a.m. to noon at the high School. Football practice for ninth through 12th graders runs from 8 a.m. to noon at the high school practice football field. Boys’ varsity soccer prac­ tice will be held from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Fuller Street Soccer complex. Volleyball practice will be held for ninth through 12th graders from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the high school gymnasi­ um. Football Cheer practice will run from 6:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. at the high school football field. Junior high volleyball practice will start the week of Sept. 2. All athletes are reminded that they must have a valid physical on file dated after April 15, 2008 in order to practice. There are no excep­ tions. begins at MHSAA Lower Peninsula member schools on Aug. 7, followed by all other fall sports on Aug. 11. “Heat Stress & Athletic Participation” is information from the National Federation of State High School Associations which the MHSAA makes available on its Web site for use by all Fall sports teams. The infor­ mation points out that stu­ dent-athletes are subject to a variety ofmaladies from heat cramps to heat strokes at this time of year. Preventative steps are outlined, including hydration guidelines about what to drink and what not to drink. A copy of the infor­ mation is available on the MHSAA Web site http://www.mhsaa.com/reso urces/fallsportsalert.pdf. “It is an absolute necessity that water be available in unlimited quantities at all times during practices. The hydration of athletes is essential,” said John R. Johnson, communications director for the MHSAA. “At the same time, coaching staffs need to be tuned into their student-athletes and be sure they are partaking of water. There is no excuse for any number of heat stroke deaths since they are all pre­ ventable with the proper pre­ cautions. If schools and their student-athletes follow these guidelines, then we mini­ mize the risk for heat-related problems.” Johnson added that as stu­ dent-athletes work out on their own individually or with a group ofteammates in informal settings during the Summer, they also need to be aware of their hydration. Boosters’ scramble will be August 10 The Maple Valley Athletic Boosters will host their 8th Annual Golf Outing at Mulberry Fore Golf Course in Nashville on Sunday, Aug. 10. The event will be a fourperson scramble. The cost is $50 per person. That price includes 18-holes of golf, a cart, and dinner. A $20 per team skins competition is also available. All proceeds go to benefit the student-athletes at Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School. The outing will also include raffle prizes, a 50/50 drawing, a putting contest, a longest drive competition, closest to the pin competi­ tions, and more. Prize money will go to the top five teams in the tourna­ ment, with amounts depend-' ing on the number of entrants. Registration, with a team name, names and phone numbers for all four players, and a check made payable to the Maple Valley Athletic Boosters can be sent to: Maple Valley Athletic Boosters, C/O Maple Valley High School, 11090 Nashville Hwy, Vermontville, MI 49096. 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I am votingfor him again. ” Richard Thomas Retired Hastings Township Supervisor Endorsed by: Barry County Deputies1 Union Right to Life of Michigan Animal Control Employees Ted Nugent’s United Sportsmen Michigan Coalition of Responsible Gun Owners Proven Experience 3 1/2 years Experienced Experienced Experienced Experienced Experienced Experienced Experienced as your Sheriff Road Patrol Corrections Dive Team School Liaison Officer Civil Process Server Court'Security Dispatcher THE PEOPLE’S CHOICE! Education and Training; Masters degree in Martial Arts Associates degree in Law Enforcement New Sheriff's Training Advanced Sheriff's Training 1, 2 & 3 National Institute of Corrections 1 & 2 Leadership Barry County Proven Leadership Proven innovation Managing your tax dollars wisely Established a 5 year plan Established an employee evaluation program Excellent administrative staff Belter employee training Agency mutual aid agreements Expanded office hours Improved Morale New Records Management System Updated security system Cadet Program Strategic Planning Committee Sheriff's Facility Ad Hoc Committee Paperless jail records system Animal Control Incinerator Animal control Disaster Plan VOTE FOR OUR SHERIFF ■ TUESDAY, AUGUST 5 ■ A PROVEN LEADER Paid for by the People to Re-Elect Our Sheriff Dar leaf, 224 Fuller Street, Nashville, MI 49073 icocn www.sheriffdar.com �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday. August 2, 2008 — Page 16 DAM, continued from page 9 Is the dam’s condition cata­ strophic. or will it last anoth­ er 50 years?" he said. Mathias said she didn’t feel the weir system would work in Nashville. “As far as I’m concerned, we have a different situa­ tion,” she said. “They had a breach, we don’t. I don’t think it will work for us.” While Snyder said she liked what she saw she agreed with Mathias that the situation in Dimondale is dif­ ferent than what is facing Nashville. “They did a wonderful job in Dimondale and the view is beautiful but I’m afraid that in Nashville we’ll end up looking at mud, so I’m not completely sold. I like the weir but I’m still concerned about the water-level drop and wildlife, especially the swans. I know some people are concerned about the algae and the grass, but I’ve lived on the river my whole life, and its something that you learn to deal with.” “My take is that it is a unique situation to Dimondale,” said Smith. “But, I’m trying to keep an open mind. It almost seems to me that we have the cart before the horse until we know what condition the dam is in. From a fishing standpoint, it would be advantageous to remove the dam, from an aesthetic standpoint, its a matter of personal opinion. I’d like to have a lot more information before we make a decision.” After the meeting, Dunham said he was impressed with what he saw in Dimondale. “I know we’re not totally comparing apples to apples because they had a problem situation (the breach) but the remedy they used, the Wweir would work in our situ­ ation,” he said. “When we walked down to the river and saw how clean the water actually was, how few mos­ quitoes there were and com­ bined with hearing how it brought back fish habitat and improved river health up and down stream from the former dam site, it was impressive. I think that if wedecide to do this, the weir is someplace I’d like to go once it’s com­ pleted.” Dunham also noted that the committee has looked into it and found that current2 ly there is no funding avail­ able in the state of Michigan for dam repair or replace­ ment “Like we heard at the meeting, once the weir is in place, there will be no main­ tenance,” said Dunham, “and it will be a huge asset to the community instead of some­ thing that will need continu­ ous maintenance and repair. “It’s my opinion, but I’d like to see the river in its nat­ ural state for the birds and wildlife, and I think that the improved fishing, canoeing and kayaking could benefit the whole community.” SING, continued from page 5 Dana Troub (center) greets childhood friends Stephen and Charlie Carson. They renew many friendships at the hymn sing. Mary-Esther Batdorff plays the old hymns on a 1923 piano. Re-Elect TOM EVANS * for Barry County Prosecutor on Tuesday, August 5 th g I Prosecutor we can continue to beproud of! ★ Tom has a career trial record of 25 guilty, 8 not guilty and 1 hung jury ★ Since Tom has become our Prosecutor, the office has won 27 trials, lost 11 and had two hung juries ★ Tom has expanded office hours to provide better service to crime victims ★ When Tom was sued, he utilized an insurance provided attorney, so the county taxpayers would not have to pay legal bills Promises Exceeded ★ The Prosecutor's office had 4 more felony convictions despite 87 less felony charges ★ 'In 2007, the Prosecutor's Office came in under budget and returned $110,000 to the county ★ Tom implemented a full-time internship program, which helps the office, and provides great experience to local law students ★ Tom increased extraditions of those who leave the state to avoid prosecution' Promises Made Promises Kept! Endorsed By ★Right to Life of Michigan PAC ★Ted Nugent's United ★ State Rep Brian Galley ★ Fmr State Rep Bob Bender ★ Fmr State Rep Charles Perricone ★Register of Deeds Darla Burghdoff *DarLeaf ★Commissioner Michael Callton ★ Drain Commissioner Tom Doyle Sportsmen of America - Ml Community Involvement ★ Middleville Lions Club ★ Middleville United Methodist Church ★ Hastings Kiwanis Club ★Leadership Barty County *Big Brothers/Big Sisters ★Michigan Youth in Government ★Good Stewards ★Loyal Order of Moose * OOM A ★ Pheasants Forever ★Wild Turkey Federation PM for by Tom Evans lor Prosecutor. PO Box 321. Middleville, Ml 49333 06675954 Dot Pifer plays her gui­ tar and sings a narrative song about “My Redeemer,” The most experience - 28 years in Barry County Law enforcement The most dedicated - 19 years Hastings Police Chief The most ..respected Married 38 years, 2 children, member Hastings First Baptist Church, numerous local & state boards and committees, many llong-term employees, Hastings Rotary Club & Past President The most educated - Associates, Bachelors & Masters Degrees, FBI Law Enforcement Executive Leadership Assdb. TheJbest candidate for the job - NO QUESTION WITHOUT A DOUBT. Experienced in: Technology - Computerized Police Records Management - Updated twice as needed Employee Management and Rights - Have always treated employees with respect and dignity - Hired the first ever Female Patrol Officer in Hastings. Work with labor Organization Daily. Community Related Policing - Started and maintained DARE program. Community Policing, School Liaison Program, bicycle patrol, motorcy­ cle patrol and foot patrol. Advanced speed enforcement through the procurement of a radar trailer and laser speed equipment. Heard of the Law Suits at the Sheriffs Dept Effecting Your Tax Dollars? Sarver personalty sued only once - For assisting in case where local doctors family was being stalked, threatened and harassed. The suit was immediately dismissed and that bad guy stayed in jail. GOOD SOLID DECISIONS THAT 1 STAND BEHIND - Regardless of what you read or hear, if you want to hear the rationale behind my decisions - I’d be more than happy to discuss the reasoning. . 06676065 Paid for by the Committee to elect, Je Dana Troub welcomes people to his farm and to the hymn sing. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/822/MapleValleyNews_2008-08-09.pdf b45951bd805d8c8180f371bcafa72018 PDF Text Text MAPLE VAL^^ flK PRSRT STD US POSTAGE PAID HASTINGS Ml PERMIT N0.7 227 6490584857 Hsings Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 136-No. 32, August 9, 2008 A local paper oftoday! Vermontville Township residents vote a resounding ‘yes’ for library Marcia Grant by Amy Jo Parish With 200 votes in favor and only 64 opposed, resi­ dents made it clear Tuesday that a renewal of the Vermontville library millage is in the township’s interest. Jack Owens The millage is a renewal of the .75-mill that taxpayers have seen for the past five years. Librarian Carla Rumsey said the renewal was necessary to ensure the survival and growth of the Dean Moroe library and the programs it provides to the community. In the November election, Republican Jack Owens will face off against Democrat Dean Monroe for the town­ ship Supervisor position. Gaylord Harvey Democrat incumbent Sharon Stewart is the lone contender for the township clerk position. In the township’s treasurer race, Republican Marcia Grant received 133 votes in Brain Moore the primary and Democrat JoeAnn Nehmer tallied 67. The two will run against each other for the final vote in November. Republican Brian Moore came out on top of the Blair Miller trustee race with 131 votes. With two open positions, Moore will be up against Republican Gaylord Harvey who received 83 votes in the primary and Democrat Blair Miller who tallied 65 votes. Eaton County reports no tax increase despite budget cuts Amy Jo Parish The Vermontville Village Council heard a report from Eaton County Commissioner Mike Hosey Thursday night concerning the budget crunch the county is current­ ly in. "I came here to let you know that we have come to a budget and there will be no tax increase," Hosey told the council. "We have made cuts in every department, and we still have to make some deci­ sions in a few areas." Not wanting to push even more homeowners into fore­ closure, the commissioners decided against a tax increase, he said. Hosey also reported that the proposed funding cut to the MSU Extension office is not part of the budget. "The 4-H program — we were told to leave that alone ... It was just a rumor, that’s all it really was," said Hosey. Layoffs, however, are a part of the new budget, and Hosey said they are a tough but necessary part of ensur­ ing that mandated programs are funded in the county. In other business at the council meeting, department of public works employee Monte O’Dell reported that one new swingset has been installed in the downtown park and another is on its way. The Eaton County Parks Department will reim­ burse the village for the cost of the sets under a grant pro­ gram awarded to Vermontville. O’Dell thanked Greg Hoefler for digging the holes for the swingset, making installation possible. Brady Harrington, Eaton County Drain Commissioner, also attended the meeting to report on the McLaughlin Drain that han­ dles the village runoff and some possible updates that could make it more efficient. The current drain, utilizes million," reported just increase the rate that it 24-inch pipe that was Harrington. "We may be able flows, said Harrington. installed more than six to open up the ditch for the Council President Doug decades ago and could be last quarter of a mile. I would Kelsey mentioned that with clogged with roots and guess that would cost rough­ an increasing number of debris, making drainage ly $50,000." farmers tiling fields and the slower than it should be. Increasing the ditch size new, large paved parking lot Harrington reported that the would not increase the in the village, the drain village has a few options to amount of water pushed improve the performance of through the drain; it would See COUNCIL, page 12 the drain. Upsizing the outlet size to take a 32-inch pipe is one option, while a total rebuild is another. "If you want something that can take the rain that happened a couple of months ago with the storms, you The Maple Valley Schools required in the school elec­ would need a total rebuild, Board of Education will have tion consolidation laws, elec­ and that would cost about 1 two board seats to be voted tions for Maple Valley upon at the annual school Schools are now coordinated election on Tuesday, Nov. 4. under the direction of the The last date for filing Barry County Clerk’s office. nominating petitions for Therefore, petitions, affi­ Raines could face a maxi­ board candidates is Tuesday, davits of identity and any mum penalty of 93 days in Aug. 12, by 4 p.m. additional information are jail and a $500 fine. Prior There is one four-year available from the county records and community term of office to be filled for clerk’s office at 220 W. State involvement are factors in Jan. 1, 2009, through Dec. St., Hastings. .sentencing and could keep 31, 2012. A two-year term For more information, call her from receiving the maxi­ needs to be filled for Jan. 1, the county clerk’s office at mum penalties. 2009, through Dec. 31, 2010. 269-945-1285 or the school O’Dell said the attorney Note that due to changes at 517-852-9699. general also has the power to deny the case if there is insufficient evidence to war­ rant a conviction. A previous allegation by Tom Reich, involving claimed fundraising viola­ • ‘Forum’ brings laughter and comedy tions by Mike Raines, was to Revue stage assigned by the attorney gen­ • Mosquito Mondays hit Putnam eral’s office to a special prosecuting attorney, but • New faces among County officials was later withdrawn by • Summerfest brings fun and games Reich. to dowtown Vermontville Raines, the incumbent sheriff, defeated Reich in the • MVHS sports season starts on primary election the next August 11 day, 5,739 to 2,310. Petitions due for open MV school board seats Eaton County Sheriff, wife in sign scandal Eaton County Prosecutor Jeffrey L. Sauter has received a complaint alleg­ ing that Eaton County Sheriff Mike Raines and his wife, Laurie Raines, were caught Monday evening attempting to steal campaign yard signs of the sheriffs opponent, Tom Reich. The Michigan State Police investigated the allegations from Tom Reich and his wife, Brenda, who reported that they had seen the sheriff drive up in a mini-van to the comer of Canal Road and St. Joe Highway in Lansing. The Reichs say they watched the sheriffs wife approach one of Reich’s campaign signs, allegedly with the intent to remove it. The Reichs turned on the head­ lights of the car they were seated in and confronted Laurie Raines. Laurie Raines had stepped out of a what was described as a light-colored mini-van covered with “Raines” cam­ paign stickers. When she was confronted by Reich, Mike Raines drove away in the van. He returned a short time later to pick up Laurie Raines. In a police report, Raines said he left because of “there was traffic coming up behind” him. He said he drove to the house of one of his supporters who had a four-car garage, used the driveway to turn around and went back to pick up his wife, who “did not have a sign in her hand.” He also noted that a subject was “cussing and screaming and swearing” at his wife when he returned. The sheriff and his wife deny that they^were attempt- ing to steal the yard sign; they maintain that she was there to replace missing yard signs for Mike Raines. The Michigan State Police report indicates that there were sev­ eral Mike Raines signs still at that comer location. The disputed sign was taken by the trooper and will be dust­ ed for fingerprints. Teresa O’Dell, legal assis­ tant with the Eaton County Prosecuting Attorney’s office, said the case has been referred to the attorney gen­ eral for review. "It has been turned over to the attorney general for them to appoint a special prosecu­ tor," said O’Dell. "It will be better for someone outside the county to handle that is not involved with the case or closely tied to anyone involved." If convicted, aurie. In This Issue �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, August 9,2008— Page 2 ‘Forum* brings laughter and comedy to Revue stage by Amy Jo Parish Unrequited love, slavery, and lots of comedy are packed into The Revue’s upcoming production of “A Funny Thing Happened on the way to the Forum,” at the Vermontville Opera House. Director Amanda Wells said the show will create an entertaining time for both the audience and the actors on stage. "I saw it on Broadway, and I saw it at Calvin College, and I just think it’s hilarious," said Wells between scenes at a recent rehearsal. "It’s the kind of comedy that’s appealing to lots of people." The story centers on three households and the fate of simple-minded Hero, played by Adam Zank, and his young love, played by Lindsey Hemming. Choosing a comedy rather than a more serious genre for the fall show, Wells said choos­ ing a show was no easy task. "I was having a really hard time picking a show," she said. "We had always done family dramas since Bill Reynolds stopped directing the fall show three years ago. ‘Forum’ is a show we’ve talked about doing for a long time, and it seemed like it was time to do a comedy." Wells said her motivation for taking over the fall show was simple: talent. "I felt, with two shows a year, it was not enough for the community. I felt like we have enough talent here to do more," she explained. "I also wanted to do a show when college kids could take part, and I wanted the opportunity to direct and get more expe­ rience directing." To get that experience, Wells turned to The Revue rather than a larger organiza­ tion because of its hands- on Mac Arney, Steve Shaughnessy and Tony Snyder practice a dance routine for the show. Lindsey Hemming and Adam Zank play the absent-minded lovers in The Revue’s production of “A Funny Thing Happened on the way to the Forum” (photos by Amy Jo Parish). approach, she said, and its emphasis on creating highquality productions on a tight budget. "I’ve done a lot of com­ munity theater and there’s something special about this place," said Wells with a smile. "I always call it the­ ater for people who love the­ ater. It’s bare bones. There’s liana’s <-P#ace The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Tuesday — Friday S.E. Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 See FORUM, Nate Root discusses a scene with Amanda Wells at a recent rehearsal. Wells has directed three other shows at The Revue including “A Secret Garden,” “Quilters” and next page“Little Women.” 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 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. 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............... 11a.m. .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship ........................ 7 p.m. FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG Wed. 5:30 p.m................. Family Supper 6:00-7:15............ Pioneer Club Sun: 9:00......................... Sunday School 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 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship........................ 11 a.m. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte . 6:45 p.m. Phone: 543-5488 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Combined Sunday morning worship with Vermontville UMC as follows: July 13 and 27, Aug. 10 and 24 at Vermontville July 6 and 20, Aug. 3,17 and 31 at Gresham Worship time: 9:30 a.m. 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship.................... 8:30 a.m Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors A.M. Service....................... 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service ............................... 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH P.M. Service ........ Wed. Service ...... ........ 7 p.m. ............ 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE 10 a.m. Worship............. 1 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service................ 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.................. 11:15 a.m. PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 & 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 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 Worship Service ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Comer of Kalamo Highway M-79 West Sunday Schoo 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service............................... 11 a.m. SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 8593 Cloverdale Road Sunday School......................... 10 a.m. GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON 517-541-1144 10: 00................................. Church Service CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 6 p.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 11: 00.......................................... Fellowship e-mail: grace@gc3.org Evening Worship Wednesday Family .Night Service ........... Worship Senrices 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages .. .10:30 a.m. (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 REV. ALAN METTLER KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday Services: .................. 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer .............. 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion 9:45 a.m. ..................... 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service ........ 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service . . .6:30 p.m. AWANA................... 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH For more information call: 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 795-2370 or Rt. Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 517-726-0526 Combined Sunday morning worship with Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK Gresham UMC as follows: July 13 and 27, Aug. 10 and 24 at Vermontville July 6 and 20, Aug. 3,17 and 31 at Gresham Worship time: 9:30 a.m. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 9, 2008 — Page 3 Ivan Suntken named Sunfield Farmers Picnic grand marshal Ivan D. Suntken has been VanGansbeke, Charlie called a truly solid fixture of Gregg, Pat Gregg, Clifford the village of Sunfield. He Vedder, Edgar Fletham, has been named this year’s Wayne Thram and Dale grand marshal for the Binns. Farmer’s Picnic. After Suntken graduated Many will recognize him Sunfield High School in as the mechanic who fixes 1957, he became the town cars in a little shop on Grand mechanic in 1959. He started Ledge Highway (M-43) but out leasing the shop from he is much more. He is also a Pete Coon and bought the community servant, a father, a store in the early 1960s. At musician and entertainer, a that time, it was a full-serv­ friend, historian and story­ ice gas station and repair teller. shop, and it proved to be a Suntken was bom great place for guys to ‘hang November 11, 1938, on out.’ Saginaw Highway in Through good times and Roxand Township, the sec­ bad (including a devastating ond of five boys. As a young fire in 1963), Suntken has man, he worked for many continued to operate as a local farmers, including mechanic for the communi­ Andrew Parker, Roy tyWoonser, Bricke He served the Sunfield Volunteer Fire Department as engineer and assistant chief to PJ Welch for many years. During his days as a firefighter, he organized feather parties, firemen’s picnics and dressed up as Santa Claus. Suntken is said to be an even-tempered, self-disci­ plined, God-fearing man who understands the value of “earning a dollar by the sweat of your brow,” the meaning of truth and, above all, that kindness to others is the only way to live a life. Through his patient and gentle ways, he has taught his eight children that love, faith and forgiveness make all the difference in “being able to look yourself in the eye when you wash your face in the morning.” Suntken bought his first guitar in the early 1960s. He has played country music with other local musicians at weddings, open houses, tav­ erns and talent shows ever since. His learning to play music meant the beginning of many beautiful memories for all of Sunfield, and he continues to entertain the community every chance he gets. Suntken uses his mechani­ cal skills to help the commu­ nity whenever he can. When he’s not at the shop, he continues to assist people he spies stranded on the road. It doesn’t matter ifthey are friends or strangers, because once he stops to help, they won ’t be be found lending a listening ear, supportive shoulder or words of encouragement to his friends. Suntken knows most everyone in the community. He is the man to turn to for some Sunfield community history or the lineage of any of its members. He can tell where someone lives now and where they grew up, how they make a living, who they married, who their cousins, aunts, uncles and grandpar­ ents are and at least one amusing anecdote about them. Suntken was bom here, lived his whole life in service of Sunfield, and plans to spend the remainder of his days loving and caring for its people-. Sunfield Farmers Picnic Grand Marshal Ivan D. Suntken strangers anymore. His kind­ ness does not end at his mechanical skills, says his family. At any time he may Eaton County announces dental assistance program As the costs of dental ben­ efits continue to increase, individuals will need innova­ tive solutions to assist in lowering their out-of-pocket expenses. Eaton County rec­ ognizes this need and is offering the Eaton County Discount Dental program as a solution. The discount dental pro­ gram is not insurance. It is a discount program that gives members access to nearly 70,000 credentialed DenteMax dentists nation­ wide. In addition to receiving average savings of 20 to 50 percent on dental care needs, program members also get: • No claims forms or has­ sles. • No red tape; members are automatically accepted when they join. • No limits on the number of times members can see a provider. • No waiting. Start using the program right away. • No age restrictions. The annual cost to enroll in the program is $69. Membership can include a resident and up to eight fam- Sunfield Farmers Picnic returnsthis week The Sunfield community will be celebrating the 116th Farmers Picnic with activi­ ties starting Wednesday, Aug. 13, and ending Sunday, Aug. 17. The Picnic theme this year is “Just a good ol’ boy in a good ol’ town.” The schedule of events is: Wednesday Aug, 13 • Spy ball games (check schedule at main field 6 p.m.) coordinated by Jake Bosworth Thursday, Aug. 14 • Book sale at library on Main Street 2 to 8 p.m. • Pig roast at 5 p.m. spon­ sored by Farmers Picnic Committee. • Spy's ball games 6 p.m. • Reception for the grand marshal Ivan Suntken 7 to 8 p.m. sponsored by Kerry's Kleaning. Friday, Aug. 15 • Book sale at library on Main Street 2 to 8 p.m. • Chicken barbecue 4:30 p.m., sponsored by Sunfield United Brethren Church. • All booths open 5 p.m. • Spy's ball games 6 p.m. • Puff the Dragon Pedal Pull 6 p.m. • Prince and princess crowning (near the stage) 7 p.m. sponsored by Superior Photography. • Family scavenger hunt, meet at small ball field at 7:30 p.m. sponsored by the Farmers Picnic Committee. • Entertainment on the stage 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. The Grand Marshal Band featur­ ing Ivan Suntken. Saturday, Aug. 16 • Pancake breakfast (take­ out available ) 8 to noon, served at the community room on Main Street, spon­ sored by the Sebewa Church of God with maple syrup provided by Morris Farms • Spy's ball games 8 a.m. • Spy's Barnyard Classic (3-on-3 basketball) 9 a.m., coordinated by Darin Weller • Book sale at library on Main Street 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. • Open class crafts judging at small tent in park 10 a.m., sponsored by Farmers Picnic Committee. • Open class judged crafts exhibit noon to 6 p.m. • All booths open 10 a.m. • GAR hall open for view­ ing 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., bake sale at hall FORUM, continued from previous page nothing fancy, but there’s a lot of talent here." The cast features a host of Rocking Seats • All Digital Sound Free Drink Refills • 25c corn refills Revue regulars, along with a few relatively new faces to the Vermontville stage. Steve Shaughnessy made his first appearance in The Revue’s version of “Guys and Dolls” this past spring and is returning for “Forum.” He said the quality of the shows and friendships he has built encouraged him to return to The Revue stage. "It’s good, quality enter­ tainment at an affordable price, and it gives people the opportunity to meet others," said Shaughnessy. Though turnout was low for the auditions, Wells said the right people decided to be part of the show. "(Casting) was hard because not very many peo­ ple auditioned," she said while assigning wigs, cos­ tumes and accessories to the cast. "I was nervous, but then each person was a perfect fit, and I’m actually glad that no one else auditioned because then I didn’t have to make any tough decisions to not cast anyone." With one set for the entire show and few costume changes, the emphasis is on the comedy. Having to take several breaks during rehears­ al to accommodate laughter from either the cast or those watching, the cast has found comedy abundant in this pro­ duction. "It’s slap stick. It’s a lot of one-liners," said Wells of the show. "It’s very silly. It’s not intellectual comedy. If you like Will Ferrell, you’ll like ‘Forum,’ it’s really corny." The show runs Aug. 14 to 17 with 7 p.m. shows on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Additional mati­ nees will be on Saturday and Sunday at 3 p.m. All shows are in the upper level of the Vermontville Opera House on South Main Street. • Parade at noon. Pet hors­ es right after the parade in the park provided by the Eaton County Sheriff’s mounted division. • Open horseshoes contest 1 p.m. • Firemen's bingo 1 to 7 p.m. • Sunfield Parents Group cake walk 1 p.m. • Ming the Magnificent Magician 2 p.m. sponsored by the Sunfield Friends of the Library. • Marbles and Bubbles the Clowns 2 to 7 p.m., spon­ sored by Farmers Picnic Committee. • Frog-jumping contest 3 p.m., sponsored by the Sunfield Farmer's Picnic Committee. • Family games 4 p.m., sponsored by the Sunfield Farmer's Picnic Committee, coordinated by the Sebewa Church of God Youth Group • Lions ox roast 5 p.m. • Rainbow of Talent Variety Show 7 p.m. Raffle winners announced during show • Fireworks Pyrotecnico at approximate- ily members who share the same primary residence or students in college. This program is not insur­ ance; it is a discount pro­ gram. Recipients are respon­ sible for the full cost of any health care services pur­ chased. Patients will receive discounts for medical servic­ es at certain health care providers who have contract­ ed with the program. Members have the right to cancel registration within a 30-day period. This program does not make payments directly to health care providers. A list of all pro­ gram providers within the prospective member's serv- Too Come to ice area which includes their name, city and state, and medical specialty is available prior to purchase, upon request. Discounts for hospi­ tal services are not available. This program is adminis­ tered by Group Dental Service of Maryland, Inc. (GDS-MD), a Discount Medical Plan Organization, at 111 Rockville Pike, Suite 950, Rockville, MD 20850; 1-866 -’4 98-7914; www.eatondiscountdental.co m. The program and its administrators have no lia­ bility for providing or guar­ anteeing service or the quali­ ty of service rendered. to I Mulberry (gardens for a fabulous lunch or dinner in a relaxed, casual atmosphere. Lunch Buffet Daily: Salads, Soups &. Several Entrees Dinner Specials: Choose your favorite from our ” menu. All-You-Can-Eat o BBQ_Riblets Thursdays! See PICNIC, page 5 BBQ: • BBQMeatballs or • BBQWings or • INCREDIBLE Homemade Salsa &. Chips The Family Restaurant with theAMAZING View! Mon.-Fri. 6am - 9pm 1 Sun. 6am - 3pm 975 N. Main, Nashville • (877) 852-0106 2002-2009 Tuesday, Aug. 12th • 5-7pm C/asses Available Ballet • Tap • Jazz • Hip Hop • Lyrical • Musical Theater Pre-School • Creative Movement • Dance Kids • Tiny Tap and more Classes begin September 8th 517-852-9910 DANCE STUDIO 207 N. Main St. Nashville email: stepntime@hotmail.com Kimberly Rodriquez, Owner & Director �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Tuesday, August 9 — Page 4 Mosquito Mondays hit Putnam Library Assistant Library Director Emily Mater leads Mosquito Olympians in craft time. It's been a horrible summer for mosquitoes in the Maple Valley are, so what better way to end the summer read­ ing program than by chasing them away? In honor of the Olympics, Putnam District Library in Nashville will host "Monster Mosquito Olympics" at 11 a.m. on Monday, Aug, 11. Attendees will join in Olympics-style games while learning about mosquitoes. No bug spray is required. The summer reading pro­ gram officially ends Tuesday, Aug. 12, when the entire Maple Valley commu­ nity is invited to join on library lawn at 7 p.m. for Drummunity. This event is This ’tween group shows thumbprint anthills created at last Monday's Picnic with designed to bring people of all ages and abilities together Ants activity. Pictured are (front row, from left) Samantha Henion, Larissa Mater, to make music with unusual Noelle Rohde, Rachel Morris, Noah Hansen, Abigail Mater, (back) Casey Williams, Davita Mater, Stephanie Bumford, BreezAnn Adams and Justin Heinsen. instruments. Annual Sunfield library used book sale begins soon Droves ofbook lovers will be heading for the Sunfield District Library soon for the libraiy’s annual used book sale, which will be held at the library, 112 Main St., in the village of Sunfield. The sale runs Thursday and Friday, Aug. 14 and 15, from 2 to 8.p.m., and Saturday, Aug. 16, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The sale perennially draws book lovers from all over Mid­ Michigan. Used books donated throughout the year just for the sale, along with titles dis­ carded from the library’s shelves, fill the library dur­ ing the sale. The library’s Friends group hosts the sale and counts on the proceeds from the sale to fund the library’s annual summer reading program for local children and other library projects. The library also will spon­ sor a performance for kids by a professional magician, Ming the Magnificent, at 2 p.m. the same Saturday, under the tent in the village park. Ming’s act is part ofthe village’s annual summer fes- tival, the Farmer’s Picnic, which takes place during the same weekend as the book sale. The Farmers’ Picnic draws crowds each year for its family-friendly festivities, including softball and M acker-style basketball tournaments, games and crafts booths, barbecue fare, and local talent performanc­ es. Unless otherwise marked, prices range start at $2 for hard back fiction, 50 cents for paperback fiction, 50 cents and 25 cents for chil­ dren’s titles, 25 cents forjun­ ior and young adult titles, and 25 cents for nonfiction, which are sorted by subject. A large quantity of col­ lectible Life magazines, dat­ ing back to the 1940s, 1950s, and 1960s, will be sold for $1 each. Some romance paperbacks, Christian fic­ tion, VHS and a few DVDs, will be available for sale, as well.' Inquiries about the book sale and the Farmers’ Picnic may be made by calling the library at 517-566-8065 dur­ ing open hours, Tuesday through Friday, 2 to 8 p.m. New on the shelves at Putnam District Library Area residents are encour­ aged to stop into the library for a visit, to open a library card account, or to use their current card. High-speed Internet is available, and residents with laptops may access the library's free wireless Internet. In addition to bor­ rowing from the current col­ lection, cardholders may request materials through the inter-library loan. New additions to the library's collection include: Adult nonfiction: The No­ Nonsense Guide - to Menopause by Barbara Seaman and Laura Eldridge, Looking for Anne of Green Gables by Irene Gammel. Adult fiction: Digital Fortress by Dan Brown; Silent Thunder by Iris and Roy Johansen, Last Kiss by Luanne Rice; Moscow Rules by Daniel Silva; Tribute by Nora Roberts. Teen fiction: In the Coils of the Snake by Clare B. Dunkle; King of the Pygmies by Jonathan Scott Fuqua; An Innocent Soldier by Josef Holub; The Dangerous Days of Daniel X by James Patterson. Young adult fiction: Bird Lake Moon by Kevin Henkes; The Humming of Numbers by Joni Sensei; The Silver Spoon of Solomon Snow by Kaye Umansky; Stranded in Boringsville by Catherine Bateson; Mr. Chickee’s Funny Money by Christopher Paul Curtis; Inside Grandad by Peter Dickinson; Zap: A Play by Pual Fleischman. Junior nonfiction: Calculator Riddles by David A. Adler; Spectacular Spider Book by Valerie Davies; Beautiful Bee Book by Sue Unstead; Beautiful Butterfly Book by Sue Unstead; Beautiful Beetle Book by Sue Unstead. Junior fiction: Stuart’s Cape by Sara Pennypacker; Cat and Mouse in a Haunted House by Geronimo Stilton; The Secret of Cacklefur Castle by Geronimo Stilton. DVDs: Rambo; Vantage Point; Definitely, Maybe; Mad Money; Hannah Montana: Living the Rock Star Life!; Step Up 2: The Streets; 21; College Road Trip; Drillbit Taylor; The Spiderwick Chronicles; Jumper. Putnam District Library is open Monday and Wednesday 10 to 6; Tuesday 3 to 8; Friday 10 to 5; and Saturday 9 to 12. The library's monthly board meeting will be Aug. 19 at 6 p.m. Public attendance is welcome. Sharon Rose Barrone WOODBURY Sharon Rose Barrone, age 68, of Woodbury, was called Home to her Lord early on Sunday morning, August 3, 2008. Sharon was bom to Ovid and Agnes (Marshall) Price of Nashville, on August 10, 1939. She graduate4 from Nashville High School in 1957. On July 7, 1960, Sharon married David Dale Barrone ofNashville. Sharon and David moved to Woodbury to raise their family. Sharon worked a variety of jobs, mainly cooking in area restaurants, including the Woodbury Restaurant, Scott’s North Inn, and Addison’s North Inn. Sharon’s most beloved job, however, was being a mother and caretaker to her four children, as well as to all of the extended family and friends who found their way to the Barrone house. Sharon greatly loved her family, and especially loved bringing family together for celebra­ tions, birthday parties, and dinners. No occasion was too small for Sharon to celebrate with her children, grandchil­ dren, great grandchild, nieces, nephews, and her extended family. Sharon also loved and cherished her church family at the Kilpatrick United Brethren Church. Sharon’s baking skills were famous in the area. Along with an always hot cup of coffee, visitors and friends who came to see Sharon were treated to homemade goodies, includ­ ing cookies, cakes and pies. Sharon is survived by and ■will be missed by her loving husband, David; her chil­ dren, Brad (Brenda) Barrone, Beth Barrone, Julie Barrone, and Lisa Parish; her sister, Gloria (David) Hummell, her brothers, Larry (Marsha) Price and Ronald (Diana) Price; as well as her grand­ children, David Parish, Kaylah Russell, Aaron (Shannon) Russell, Keyton Barrone, Shannelle Cridler, Kallie Barrone, William Cridler, and Dawson Hampton; and her great granddaughter, Hannah Fyan. The funeral service was held on Wednesday, August 6, 2008 at the Kilpatrick United Brethren Church. Burial was in Lakeside Cemetery in Lake Odessa. The family has suggested that memorial contributions may be made to the Kilpatrick United Brethren Church Building Fund. Arrangements made by Koops Funeral Chapel in Lake Odessa. �__ The Maple p Valley y News,, Nashville,, Tuesday, y, August g 9,2008 , — Page g 5 New faces among Barry County officials by Megan Lavell Hastings City Chief of Police Staff Writer Jerry Sarver. Leaf received The Barry County Board 6,828 and almost 75 percent of of Commissioners will likely the vote to Sarver’s 2,284 have four new faces after votes. Tuesday’s election results, “The people made their but familiar faces remain in choice,” said Sarver. “It was many county posts. pretty consistent around the Some 10,866, or 25.26 county. I have to respect the percent, of Barry County’s decision of the people and 43,014 registered voters just move forward.” made their ways to the polls Sarver said, “It is a lot of Tuesday to decide their coun­ work when you’re running ty or township’s leadership. the campaign trail. It’s a lot Sheriff Dar Leaf retained of experience.” his post against contender He added that he still plans to continue to work with the sheriff in the future for law enforcement in Barry County. Leaf said, “It’s just as humbling as it was the first time.” He said he plans to buy some new shoes now that the election is over because, “At Chris L. Halliwill Dennis E. Rodeman SERVING OUR COUNTRY SERVING OUR COUNTRY $4 a gallon for gas, you learn to walk a lot.” Leaf added that he has learned a lot in the election and has been surrounded by good people. Prosecutor Tom Evans retained his post as well, pulling in 5,210, or 60 per­ cent, ofthe votes against can­ didate Kerri Selleck, who received 3,416. “I really couldn’t be hap­ pier that we won and the folks are going to give us four more years in there,” said Evans. He added that he is happy to be working with Leaf for the next four years. Pam Jarvis earned the title of Barry County Clerk with almost 42 percent of the vote, or 3,627 ballots cast in her favor. Incumbent Debbie Smith received 3,128, or 36 percent of the votes, and Mark Whitney earned 1,926, or 22 percent of the vote. Jarvis said, “I’m quite pleased. I couldn’t have done it without the support of my family and friends and everybody who was working in the background.” Jarvis said she is looking forward to the new challenge of being the county clerk, and she thought the race went well. “The three of us did an excellent job of keeping it clean,” she said. “We have a healthy respect for each other. other.”” Smith said, “The voters made their choice.” Russ Yarger narrowly Marines from 24th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, recently returned from a deployment to Latin America where they partici­ pated in Partnership for Americas (POA) 2008. Local Marines who took Dennis E. Rodeman part in the deployment were: Marine Corps Reserve • Marine Corps Reserve Lance Cpl. Chris L. Cpl. Dennis E. Rodeman, son Halliwill, son of Raymond of Tonya J. Cook of Halliwill of Nashville. Woodland and Max D. Halliwill is a 2002 graduate Rodeman of Vermontville, of Maple Valley High School and fellow Marines from and joined the Marine Corps 24th Marine Regiment, 4th Reserve in February 2007. Marine Marine Division, Division, recently recently • Marine Corps Reserve returned from a deployment Cpl. Dennis E. Rodeman, son to Latin America where they of Tonya Cook of Woodland participated in Partnership and Max Rodeman of for Americas (POA) 2008. Vermontville, Rodeman is a More than 500 Marines 1999 graduate of Maple from units throughout the Valley High School and United States deployed with joined the Marine Corps Special Marine Air Ground Reserve in January 2004. Task Force (SPMAGTF) 24 More than 500 Marines for the month-long deployThe Red Cross will be from units throughout the ment which included training United States deployed with operations in the Dominican holding a blood drive in Special Marine Air Ground Republic, subject matter Nashville on August 14 from Task Force (SPMAGTF) 24 expert exchanges in Uruguay, 1 ’- 6:45 p.m. Direeb Dean is the chairfor the month-long deploy- jungle training, and communiment which included training ty relations events in Brazil person for the drive and said operations in the Dominican and Colombia. it is important for those who The biggest humanitarian can donate to participate due Republic, subject matter expert exchanges in Uruguay, mission for the SPMAGTF to current shortages. jungle training, and communi­ was in San Clemente, Peru, ty relations events in Brazil which just last year suffered and Colombia. an earthquake measuring 8. 0 The biggest humanitarian on the Richter scale. mission for the SPMAGTF POA is an annual U.S. was in San Clemente, Peru, Marine Corps Forces South ly 10 p.m. Money donated which just last year suffered multi-national exercise with an earthquake measuring 8. 0 partner national governmen- by area businesses, individu­ on the Richter scale. tal forces throughout the als and the community of Sunfield. POA is an annual U.S. Caribbean, Central and South Marine Corps Forces South America to develop the relaSunday, Aug. 17 multi-national exercise with tionships needed to ensure • Community church serv­ partner national governmen- maritime security in the ice 11 a.m. held under large tal forces throughout the region. tent at the park. Rodeman is a 1999 graduCaribbean, Central and South • Sunfield all-school ­ America to develop the rela- ate of Maple Valley High tionships needed to ensure School and joined the Marine reunion held at the school 1 p.m. maritime security in the Corps Reserve in January • Poorman Pullers Miniregion. 2004. won the Republican primary to secure himself a seat in the November election, when he will take on Democrat Rosemary Anger for drain commissioner. Yarger received 2,310, or 27 per­ cent, of the votes, followed by Mark Englerth with 2,017 or almost 24 percent of the votes. Kevin Allerding fol­ lowed Englerth with 1,542 votes, Mark Doster has 1,101 votes, Jan Kelly earned 808 votes and Dennis McKelvey earned 697 votes. “I’m really happy,” said Yarger. “I appreciate everybody who supported me and everybody who got out there and voted.” Yarger said he had good support during the primary, and he is hoping for the same support in November. Anger earned 795 votes in the primary, although she was the only Democrat on the tick­ et Incumbent Register of Deeds Darla Burghdoff earned 5,891, or 74 percent, of the votes against candidate Frank Bums, who received about 26 percent, or 2,044 votes. Susan VandeCar retained her uncontested postt as county treasurer with 99.59 percent of votes, and county surveyor Brian Reynolds, also uncontested, drew 99.34 percent of the votes. In the county commission­ er race, Mike Bremer won the District 2 seat, left vacant with the retirement of Jim French, with 629, or 64 per- Blood Drive planned for Thurs Aug. 14 “We have a bad shortage of O positive and O negative blood. We’re going day by day because people don’t donate as much in the sum­ mer,” said Dean. The drive will take place at Mulberry Gardens just North ofNashville. cent of the vote. Joyce Lutz followed with 174, or almost 18 percent,Arthur Bennett earned 102 votes, or 10 per­ cent, and Carl Reed earned 71 votes, or 7 percent of the total. Joe Lyons took the commissioner’s seat from District 3 incumbent Keith Ferris, by just only 52 votes. Lyons garnered 600 affirma­ tions, while Ferris netted 548, or about 52 to 48 per­ State Sen. Patty Birkholz, R-24th District, or key staff members will hold district office hours. Office hours are open to everyone who resides in the 24th District which includes Allegan, Barry and Eaton counties. Hours will be: in 10 years that the church has held vacation bible school and Jessica Parker, one of the organizers is excited over the event. “We’re charting new terri­ tory,” said Parker. “We just feel we need to reach kids in the Nashville area with the good news of Jesus Christ.” • Hastings City Hall, Monday, Aug. 11, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. • Charlotte City Hall, Thursday, Aug. 21, from 4 to 5 p.m. • Delta Charter Township Hall, Eaton County, Thursday, Aug.. 28, from 4 to 5 p.m. Residents invited to Drummunity’ in Nashville Maple Valley residents are encouraged to meet on Putnam District Library's lawn Tuesday evening at 7 p.m. to join in a community event for all ages. Lori Fithian of Ann Arbor will bring her collection of hand drums and percussion toys to Nashville and trans­ form the community into a "Drummunity" - a word she invented for the community­ building that happens when people come together around a circle of drums. The program is for all ages, and no musical experi­ ence is necessary. Tuesday evening will wrap up the library's summer reading program, "Catch the Reading Bug." After the Drummunity program, sum­ mer readers will receive their final prizes, and parents will have an opportunity to "Catch the College Savings Bug" where they may enter to win $5,000 toward their child's future college educa­ tion. Library users are asked to note that regular library busi­ ness will close at 6:30 this evening, with hopes that everyone will join in the fun on library lawn. oAndaifv Street , 226 N. Main • Nashville 517-852-1757 Hair Care for the Whole Family Walk-ins Welcome Modified Tractor Pull 2 p.m., sponsored by Campbell and Sons Lawn and Snow, Haskin Farms and Kent Oil. • Food vendors open 2 p.m. • Final ball games (in case of inclement weather only) Get Ready For Back-To-School Cheryl Pierce, owner/stylist Angie Joppie, stylist Michelle Snowden, Nail Tech THE TRAFFIC SCENW A Name That You Can Trust Located at the Intersection of M-43 & M-50 Nashville Assembly of God plans VBS Pre-registration will take place on August 15 at a Rainforest Festival that will be held in downtown Nashville. The festival will feature prizes, crafts and carnival games among other activi­ ties. This will be the first time See ELECTION, page 10 Sen. Birkholz announces August district office hours PICNIC, continued from page 3------------------------- Children ages 4 and through 6th grade will have the chance to experience the amazon at the Nashville Assembly of God’s Amazon Expedition vacation bible school. The church will host the event August 18 through the 22 from 9 a.m. until noon. cent. “I really enjoyed serving the community, that’s what it’s all about,” said Ferris. “The residents of Hope and Rutland townships chose who they thought they could lead them the best.” Ferris said even though he no longer will be a county official after the first of the Driver Education for students 14 years, 8 months or older Payment Plans Available SEGMENT I CLASS Oct. 13-30 Sept. 8-25 SEGMENT II CLASS Aug. 26-28 Sept. 30-Qct. 2 Come bring a friend and find out that learning to drive can be fun! 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Here, Jason Bassett takes a swing. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 9,2008 — Page 7 OPEN: 7 DAYS A WEEK 24 HOURS EXPRESS 133 S. Main Nashviller Ml 517-852-0868 You’re In, You’re Out... VYf0MUi 'roe U H mo i Grocery Store Pricing With Party Store Convenience! -CJrAUf- LF. V/l SIM AUG. JO MON. MG. 11 TUE. MG. 12 WED. MG. 13 THUR MG. 14 FRI. MG. IS S7T. MG. 16 2% MILK CALLON Dozens of classic cars parked on the ball field during the event. Here, Chelsea Hale and Clayton Beers check out a Cutlass SS. THIGHS & BAR-S DRUMS HOT DOCS 99* 99* ­ ROMAINE MUSH LETTUCE, am ROOMS Jaden Miller, Kirklyn Miller and Hunter Loveland work to keep the hose steady dur­ ing the children’s water ball race. Teens ‘rock’ Putnam library "You Rock!" was the mes­ sage a dozen teens received at Putnam District Library in Nashville last week. The library's teen advisory group (TAG) hosted the Guitar Hero event Wednesday, July 23. For two hours, teens challenged each other and collaborated to play duets. Wearing concert Tshirts and rock-themed acces­ sories, they cheered each other and requested special appearances by library aide Erika Hummell and director Shauna Swantek. TAG is planning fall events. For more information about the group, call the library at 517-852-9723. SWEET BABY RAY'S BBQ SAUCE 2/$900 2/$900 3.. ANGEL SOFT TISSUE 4/$E00 a IGA FOLGER'S COFFEE SUGAR 2/$E00 2/$£00 B^F 11/13 Kari Hummell and Caleb Walker play a GH3 duet. $5.00 Hearing, vision screening dates set Free hearing and vision screening will be offered Wednesday, Aug. 27, in Hastings. This clinic is par­ ticularly important for chil­ dren entering kindergarten 2/$E00 this fall. Call Barry-Eaton District Health Department at 269 945-9516 for an appointment. In Charlotte, free hearing and vision screening will be offered Tuesday, Aug. 26. Contact the Barry-Eaton District Health Department for an appointment at 517 541-2612. Still Available • 8 Varieties To Choose From We reserve the right to limited quantities and correct printing errors. None sold to dealers or minors. Some items not always as pictured. Nashville IGA Express Accepts: Mon.-Thur. 6AM-iopm; FrisSat. 6AM-Mldnlght, SUh. 9AM-10PM Bridge Cards > WIC �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, August 9, 2008 — Page 8 Voters nix Castleton EMS proposal, pass others With all four proposals passing, Maple Grove Township can breathe a sigh of relief that budgets and services will not have to be cut in the coming months. The emergency medical service proposal for the township passed by nearly 65 percent and will raise $42,000 in the first year for the first year of this proposal future,” said Swantek. The renewal will provide will provide funds for equip­ ment and maintenance of the funds necessary to con­ equipment in the depart­ tinue the current level of service at the library and also ments. The dust-control and road maintain programs in place. “The community has seen maintenance proposal also passed, though by a smaller an increase in activity recent­ margin, 132-98. This pro­ ly, and had the millage not posal is also a renewal of the passed, that might not have been the case,” said previous rate of 1 mill. With nearly 65 percent Swantek. “Now we feel that voting in favor, the Putnam we’re on the right track.” Castleton voters also District Library proposal passed by the second largest turned down an increase of margin in Maple Grove up to 1 mill for EMS opera­ Township. In Castleton tions that would have raised Township, however, the nearly $63,000 in the first Putnam Library proposal year alone. It was one of the failed by two votes 234-232. closest races in the county The library is supported with 244 voting against and by both townships in its dis­ 231 for the proposal. The fire equipment renew­ trict and the combined totals from Castleton and Maple al proposal passed 282- 91 in Grove townships determine Castleton Township and will raise $31,360 in the first year the outcome of the vote. a newcomer, wants to bring Shawna Swantek, director levied for housing and equip­ in new ideas, new people to ofthe library, said she appre­ ment of the department. the “close knit, close-mind­ ciates the voters passing the The EMS equipment ed” community with its “no­ renewal and is looking to the housing renewal proposal change” attitude. future of the district and how also passed in Castleton There is a segment of the to gain even more support in Township and will raise an community who don’t want the future. estimated $12,545 in the first change because with change “I’m very glad that over­ year. comes new ideas, and new all, the millage was support­ With nearly 64 percent of people, and maybe the seg­ ed by district-wide voters. I the votes, Incumbent Mike ment would lose control of look at the ‘no’ votes and Timmons was voted the the village. And, rather than want to determine what it is Republican nominee for let that happen, they will let we can offer to make their Assyria Township the village die. ‘no’ votes into ‘yes’ votes in Supervisor. He beat out oppo­ I have lived here 40 years four years as we continue to nent Dale Augustine by a and the family attitude only work with the board and vote of 133-75. applies to certain people - form the mission for the Deborah Massimino ran not ones who write letters, I tried. I talked to people, waved, sometimes they waved back. Most of the time, it was a crude gesture or Rendezvous Committee Meeting, 6:30 p.m., rude remark. So after 20 Aug. 11 Extension Office. years I gave up. But I wish Aug. 16 4-H State Dog Show, MSU Pavilion. Dean Monroe all the best. Master Gardener Association Executive Maybe he will have better Aug. 19 Committee Meeting, 6 p.m., County Seat. luck. 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7 p.m., Courts Steve Toman, Aug. 20 and Law Building Conference Room. Nashville Aug. 21 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Aug. 22-24 4-H State Horse Show, MSU Paviltion. EMS operations. This was the only new millage propos­ al on the ballot for Maple Grove voters in Tuesday’s primary election. With 172 ‘yes’ votes and 67 opposed, the township fire and ambulance will receive a much-needed boost in the form of a 1-mill renewal. The estimated $42,000 raised in From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Nashville needs changes, new ideas To the editor: I don’t know Dean Monroe, and wasn’t at the meeting when he made his statement. Maybe the whole statement should be printed. I believe Pat Warner’s let­ ter (Maple Valley News, July 26) was to the point. The “close knit village” approach is wrong. I can say that for a fact. I have lived in the area since the 1970s. I watched the last train go through the village. I saw the businesses that relied on the train close and leave and nothing be allowed to come in because of the “no-change attitude,” as mentioned in Pamela Chase Hess letter (July 26). So now when Dean Monroe steps in - new busi­ ness owner, new in village, and he proposes a DDA, which if I was a business owner, I would jump at a change to expand my busi­ ness. But the problem is he is It is not too late! REGISTER NOW FOR THE 2008 FOOTBALL SEASON Maple Valiev Junior Cheerleading Organization! Practices start August 14th 6-8 pm High School Football Field Registration cost: $30.00 * Additional cost for required uniform pieces 3rd Grade through 8th Grade or 8 years old by Sept. 1st If any questions please contact: Susan Morris © 517-852-1897 02696608 unopposed for township clerk and will find her name on the November ballot. Elizabeth Miller received 100 percent of the votes for the treasurer seat. Fred Bylsma and James Miller were the only candidates for trustee positions and will also be on the November bal­ lot. In Castleton Township, Republicans Jerry Reese and Mike Trahan will see their names on the November bal­ lot after winning the most votes for two open trustee seats. Newcomer Republican Cheryl Hartwell ran unop­ posed for the supervisor seat, along with Loma Wilson, and Dorothy Semrau in clerk and treasurer positions, respectively. In Maple Grove Township, all candidates ran unopposed. Incumbent Supervisor Rod Crothers will be on the November ballot, along with Susie Butler in the clerk position, Ginger Cole in the treasurer spot, and Jim Heyboer and Doug Westendorp in the trustee positions. SOCIAL NEWS CALENDAR OF EVENTS Open house for Robert and Arlene DeCamp The family of Robert (Bob) and Arlene DeCamp invite you to an open house celebrating their 55th Wedding Anniversary at the Maple Grove Township Hall on Sunday, August 17, 2008 from 1 to 4 p.m. The hall is located at 721 Durkee Street in Nashville, Mich. Bob and the former Arlene Gaylor were married on August 15, 1953 at the United Brethren Evangelical MSU Extension and the household total. Senior citi­ Church in Nashville. Robert retired from Kellogg’s in Barry County Commission zens with a monthly income 1990 after 30 years of employment. Arlene was very on Aging will be offering of $1,604 or lower for one active in the community including Little League Baseball more Project Fresh classes household member and and Softball, PTA, Boy and Girl Scouts. She also served for seniors to receive free $2,159 or lower for two peo­ eight years on the Maple Valley School Board. They nutrition education and ple qualify. have resided at their residence on Maple Grove Road coupon books Tuesday, Aug. Each qualifying senior cit­ for 43 years. They currently winter in Haines City, 12, at the Nashville Masonic izen can receive one coupon Florida. . , Temple (senior meal site) at booklet. If there will be a The open house is being hosted by the couple’s three 10 a.m. proxy involved for the children: Bryan DeCamp of Hastings, Julie and Larry Senior Project Fresh is a free coupon books, the proxy Wilhelm of Bellevue, and Brad DeCamp of Nashville. em o e evue, an ra e amp o as v e. program for moderate-income n needs to be present to sign They also have five grandsons: Tim and Adam Wilhelm, seniors age 60 years and older for the coupon book. Josh, Jesse, and Jordon DeCamp. to purchase locally grown Coupons can be used at The couple requests no gifts. fresh fruits and vegetables. any participating farmer’s Seniors may sign up to market through Oct. 31. receive a free coupon book Call MSU Extension at worth $20 to be used at any 269-945-1388 or the participating Michigan Commission on Aging at farmer’s market for locally 269-948-4856 for further grown fresh fruits and veg- .information. The Vermontville Township Board will be accepting bids for the fol­ etables. Income is based on lowing repairs to be completed on the Opera House: Senior Project Fresh class is Tuesday TWO MVS BOARD SEATS TO BE VOTED ON NOV. 4 The Maple Valley Schools Board of Education will have two board seats to be voted upon at the annual school election on Tuesday, Nov. 4. There is one four-year term and one two year term of office to be filled for Jan 1,2009 - Dec. 31, 2012. Note that due to changes required in the school election consolidation laws, elections for Maple Valley Schools are now coordinated under the direction of Debbie Smith, Barry County Clerk. Therefore, petitions, affidavits of identity and any additional information are available from the County Clerk’s Office at 220 W. State St., Hastings. The last date for filing nominating petitions for board candidates is Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2008, by 4:00 pm. If you have candidate questions, call the County Clerks Office at (269) 945-1285 or call the school directly at (517) 852-9699. 06676041 — NOTICE — COBB WEIL DRIIUNG (REPAIR • • • • 7 Day Service Pumps Installed & Repaired Service On Submersible Pumps 2" - 5" Well Drilling and Repair 30 Years Experience Fire escape repairs Partial roof sealing/repair Window glazing Window trim painting Handicapped accessible ramp For more detailed information, please contact Brian Moore, Vermontville Township Buildings & Grounds Committee Chairperson at 517-726-1278. Estimates Available 517-726-0377 356 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Richard Cobb David Cobb Ml Lie. #1748 Please send bids to: Vermontville Township, Buildings & Grounds Committee, P.O. Box 215, Vermontville, MI 49096 oCh ALL BIDS MUST BE RECEIVED BY FRIDAY, AUGUST 29, 2008 5 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 9,2008 — Page 9 Benefit softball tournament planned Mary L. Swan Nashville - Mary L. Swan, age 79, of Nashville passed away Wednesday, August 6th, 2008 peacefully at Tendercare of Hastings. Mary was bom • in Malvern, Iowa on March 3, 1929, the daughter ofthe late James E. and Jessie (Mills) Swadley. She was raised in the Malvern area where she attended area schools gradu­ ating in 1948. She contin­ ued her education attending several college courses with an emphasis on nursing. She was the widow of Doyle Swan. The couple was married in Malvern, Iowa May 31, 1959. They moved to the Nashville area after they were married where they made their home togeth­ er until Doyle passed away in 1969. Together, the cou­ ple loved to attend local Parish-Kinyon baseball and football games Jack Parish of Charlotte and frequented auctions. Betsy and Parish of Mary worked in the food Vermontville along with Ben preparations department at and Loa Kinyon of Mulliken Veterans Administration announce the engagement of Hospital for over 14 years their children, Amy Jo Parish until she retired in 2001. and Luke Kinyon. She loved to playing bingo Amy Jo is a 1997 graduate and would go just about anyof Maple Valley High School where to find a good game. and a 2005 graduate of Olivet She also enjoyed playing College, where she received poker, crocheting, and trava degree in journalism. eling. She especially enjoyed She is employed as techni- travelling over the road with cal director at Charlotte her son Emmitt who drove Performing Arts center. semi truck all over the counLuke is a 1992 graduate of try. When Mary wasn't on Maple Valley High School. the go she enjoyed ordering He is employed at Hammond items from QVC and listenFarms in Dimondale as head ing to Blue Grass music. mechanic. Mary is survived by her A fall 2009 wedding is two daughters, Deborah planned. (Elton) Tackett, Lois Swan; 07519441 two sons, Emmett (Alise) Swan, Larry (Rae) Swan; two sisters, Yvonna-“Jo” Allen (Brian), Carolyn (Dean) Mount. She is also survived by 10 grandchildren and 14 grand grandchildren. She was proceeded in death by her husband in 1969, her sister Della Mae Kauffman and her grandson Derek Warner Funeral Services will be held at The Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville, at 2 p.m. on Monday, August 11, with Pastor Carla Smith officiat­ ing. The family will receive visitors on Sunday, August 10 from 2-4 p.m. at The Daniels Funeral Home. Interment will take place immediately following the funeral service Hastings Township Cemetery Hastings. Memorial Contributions can be made directly to the family. Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville, by Amy Jo Parish The Maple Valley Community Center of Hope will get a boost from the com­ munity Saturday, Aug. 16 when residents step up to the plate in a softball tournament. Nashville Police, fire, public works and ambulance departments will take part in the games and are hoping to raise funds — and settle a bit ofgood-natured rivalry at the same time. "This came about in kind of a two-fold way," said Mike Kenyon, one of the organizers of the event. "The ambulance and fire crews were having a good-naturedrivalry discussion about who was better, and they decided to play each other and see who’s best. The policy and ordinance committee talked about the rivalry and the idea spawned from there." The games will take place at Riverside Park in Nashville and will start at 9 a.m. A unique aspect to the tournament is the inclusion of any resident who would like to play. "We’ve already got teams, but anybody that wants to play can be on any team they want to be," said Kenyon. "All we ask is they give a donation to the Center of Hope. Even if they haven’t played in five years, even if they’ve only got two bucks, that’s okay. Come out and play." The tournament will be a round-robin style slow pitch and will feature a 50/50 raf­ fle and door prizes. Double Shots of Nashville will be on-hand for food and bever­ ages throughout the day. "Hopefully, we get a good turnout so we can raise some funds for the Center of Hope," said Kenyon. "If 100 people Come down and want­ ed to play, we would let them. Bring your glove and donate what you can." Give a memorial that can go on forever Ask your funeral director for more information on the BCF or call (269) 945-0526. Hansbarge Heating & Air Conditioning ■LIiCnE-MNScEmD INSURED Vermontville, Ml COLE HAIVSBAREER owner Featuring Ruud Eas Furnaces and Air Conditioners. 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Juli Satterelli Amy Slot | For more information contact: Beth Hendrick at 017) 204-5393 8 or Pre-School at ^517^ 543-3800 Mark and Sherry Shoemaker ofNashville wish to announce the engagement of their daughter, Shanna Elizabeth to Jeremy Michael Raffler, the son of Michael and JoEllen Raffler of Woodland. The bride-elect is a gradu­ ate of Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School and is currently employed with LL Johnson Lumber in Charlotte. The groom-elect is a grad­ uate of Lakewood High School and is currently employed with Spartan Motors in Charlotte. A Sept. 13, 2008 wedding is being planned in Vermontville. After honeymooning on the Mexican Rivera, the cou­ ple will reside at their home inHastjqgs.-....... , . j Olivet Tournament Semi-Finals Overall Record 17-14 NBC State Tournament Semi-Finals Thunk You To Our Sponsors Kent OU & Propane Hickey Electric Hometown Lumber & Hardware * Thomapple Valley Chapter NWTF Tai Gearhart Insurance Agency Hastings City Bank Stanton's Realty & Auctioneering RWB Capital Management Sugarhut Cafe JaneUe's Tanning & Massage Signs By Lenny First American Title Eaton County Strutting Toms NWTF Maple Valley Pharmacy Moo-VUle Grand River Construction Benedict Family Maple L.L.C. Hastings Pro Auto Service Good Time Pizza Duey's Comer Citizen's L.L.C. Maple VaUey Real Estate �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Tuesday. August 9. 2008 — Page 10 stuffing and gravy, Calif, blend vegetables, green peas, banana. Cold Menu Monday, August 11 Pea and cheese salad, Spanish bean salad, diced peaches, whole wheat crack­ ers. ACETYLENE TORCHES: complete with cart & acces­ sories, $350. Can be seen at 667 N. Ionia Rd., Vermont­ ville, 1 /2 mile north off M79. FRAMES AND CUSTOM matte cutting. By appoint­ ment only. Call Picture This Photography. (269)948-4669 THIS 15 NOT YOUR— AVERAGE MOTORCY­ CLE!!! 2003 HARLEY V-ROD. NEW CUSTOM PAINT, RIMS, PIPES, BRAKES. LOWERED 1", LOTS OF CHROME. THIS IS AN EYE CATCHING BIKE! MUST SEE TO BE­ LIEVE NOT DESCRIBA­ BLE WITH WORDS!’!! $11,700. (616)893-6681 Lawn & Garden AQUATIC PLANTS: Our Lotus & Water Lilies are ready! Also Koi & Goldfish, pumps, filters & pond sup­ plies. Apol's Landscaping Company, 9340 Kalamazoo, Caledonia MI. (616)698-1030 HUGE GARAGE SALE: name brand infant & child­ rens clothes for both girls and boys. Old Navy, Gap, The Children's Place, Green­ dog and much more. Also nice baby equipment almost never used. Lots of country and primitive house decor. This is one you don't want to miss! Lincoln-PriddyHopkins on Saturday, Au­ gust 16th from 9am until 4pm, 319 Sherman St, Nash­ ville STOP DOLLARS Paid for: Junk cars Trucks, Buses 269-420-2676 7 Days 1983 OLDSMOBILE CUT­ LASS SUPREME: 4 door, only 16,500mi. $4,000 Can be seen at 667 N. Ionia Rd., Ver­ montville l/2mi. North of M-79 1994 OLDSMOBILE CUT­ LASS Supreme 4 door. Needs complete rear brake job & intake manifold, $500. Can be seen at 667 N. Ionia Rd., Vermontville or call 517-712-4727. MOVING SALE: Friday and Saturday August 15 & 16, 9­ 6. 8434 N. Clinton Trail, Charlotte (comer of M-50 & Dow Rd., before westbound detour). Figurines, large col­ lection of ships, clothing, I WILL BUY your scrap and furniture, workout gym with unwanted vehicles, call 7 weights, knick-knacks, tools, days a week, (269)838-5944. Rigid table saw, router Real Estate w/table, some H.V.A.C. tools, snow blower, large 3 BEDROOM HOME ON 5 lawn cart, hot tub, L.P. gas ACRES. 3-1/2 car attached fireplace w / mantel, tread- garage, 2-1/2 baths, large mill. All items in good fenced in back yard. 15 years shape. Call 517-507-9941. old, cathedral ceilings, large o,caeracengs,arge kitchen & dining room, large deck off main floor, oak stairway. Thomapple-Kellogg schools. $175,000. Call 517-507-9941 ALDEN/TORCH LAKE AREA: 5 beautifully wooded acres. Short drive to Torch Lake. Paved road, driveway, cleared site, electric. $34,900, $500 down, $400 month. 11% land contract, www.northemlandco.com. Northern Land Company, 1-800-968­ 3118. son Interiors in Lake Odessa. Call (616)889-1340 or visit StarliteKitchens.com / pro­ motion for an online cou­ pon! '99 NEW MAR Mountain­ aire 40' diesel pusher, wall­ slide, tow pkg., cherry cabi­ nets, tile floors, washer/dryer, loaded. Only 55,000 miles, $87,900.989-239-8744 FRAMES AND CUSTOM matte cutting. By appoint­ ment only. Call Picture This Photography. (269)948-4669 LAKE ODESSA LAKE­ FRONT: Reduced, gorgeous, kitchen, livingroom, 3BD, 2BA, large deck. Beautiful backyard, shade. 1520 Virginia Street, (517)204-2081. Help Wanted 15 OPENINGS: no experi­ ence necessary, full time, start now. $400 weekly, vari­ ous positions. 616-245-7654. Vermontville Summerfest organizers would like to thank the following for their donations POSTAL JOBS $17.89$28.27/HR,now hiring. For application & free government job info, call American Assoc, of Labor 1913-599-8226.24/hrs. em­ ployment services. Farm Midnite Soundz Ace Auto Repair fit Farts Road Runners Court Side Embroidery Maple Leaf Sugar Hut Cafe Vermontville Hardware Vermontville Express Mart Duey's Corner Vermontville Lions Club MC Auto Repair fit Towing BAW Construction Musser Services Sunrise Cleaning fit Construction Mulberry Gardens Carls Supermarket Valley Plow's fit More Jon Mitchell Builders LLC First Congregational Church American Legion Post 222 Kent Oil River Bend Travel Green Light Driving School Jack fit Judy's Country Kettle Cafe Maple Valley Pharmacy Allure Hair Studio Independent Bank (VermontiUe) Eaton Federal Savings fit Bank (Nashville) Hastings City Bank (Nashville) Millers Fhotographic Studio Vermontville Maple Syrup Association Gene Forguer Chad Suntken Pete Graeber Terry Kellogg Tom fit Kelly Williams Nashville IGA Express Advance Auto Farts 2 J's Hometown Lumber fit Hardware All that Glitters Mooville Creamery McDonald's (Hastings) Roush's Sidewalk Cafe C-Store Marathon Station Janelie's Massage fit Tanning Good Time Pizza And last butnot least... S AU the Volunteersthat helped pull the show together E.A.R.T.H. = EDUCATED ANIMAL Rescue and Teen Haven is in urgent need of HAY DONATIONS. We will come pick it up, clean out your bam of old hay (Any type of hay that isn't moldy). E.A.R.T.H. 501(c)3 is a non-profit organization. All donations are tax deduc­ tible. PLEASE CALL (269)962-2015 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. 06663312 Tuna noodle casserole, succotash, mixed vegetables, grape juice. Tuesday, August 12 Zita with Italian sausage, mozzarella cheese, broccoli, fruit compote. Wednesday, August 13 Chicken, bean and cheese casserole, country potatoes, tropical fruit Thursday, August 14 COA picnic, all sites closed, beach party and clas­ sic cars. Friday, August 15 Lemon chicken, chicken Townshlp Millage Results Type Barry Renewal Fire Renewal Police Carlton Renewal Fire Castleton EMS Increase Fire equipment Renewal EMS equipment Renewal Library Renewal Hope Roads Renewal Fire and cemetery Renewal Irving Fire Renewal Maple Grove Fire, ambulance equip. Renewal Roads Renewal EMS service Increase Library Renewal Orangeville Roads Renewal Prairieville Fire Renewal Police Renewal Renewal Roads Fire II Renewal Martin Schools Bond Thornapple EMS millage Renewal Woodland Fire, cemetery, twp. Renewal Tuesday, August 12 Meatloaf, marinated veg­ etables, applesauce, whole wheat bread. Wednesday, August 13 Egg salad, sweet and sour carrots, mandarin oranges, wheat bread. Thursday, August 14 Ground bologna, cucum­ ber salad, diced peaches, hamburger bun. Friday, August 15 Sliced chicken w/salad dressing, tomato salad, diced pears, wheat bread. Activities Calendar Voters August Tuesday, August Wednesday, August 12: 13: Hastings - Nails; Music with Sam; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m.; Low Vision Support 1:30 p.m. Delton Reminiscence. Thursday, August 14: COA Picnic. All sites closed. Beach Party and Classic Cars 10:30 a.m. Sign up required. Friday, August 15: Hast­ ings - Exercise 9 a.m.; Mixed Media Painting 9:30 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m.; Model Railroad 12 p.m. Woodland Visiting. Nashville - Feast. % No Outcome 525 525 348 318 177 207 66.29 60.57 33.71 Approved 39.43 Approved 504 377 127 74.80 25.20 Approved 475 467 466 231 282 261 232 244 191 206 234 48.63 59.62 55.89 49.79 51.37 Defeated 40.38 Approved 44.11 Approved 50.21 Defeated 469 469 353 366 116 103 75.27 78.04 24.83 Approved 21.96 Approved 334 177 157 52.99 47.01 Approved 239 230 234 235 172 132 138 151 67 98 96 84 71.97 57.39 58.97 64.26 28.03 42.61 41.03 35.74 Approved Approved Approved Approved 401 233 168 58.10 41.90 Approved 501 498 492 491 53 360 340 352 333 22 141 158 140 158 31 71.86 68.27 71.54 67.82 41.51 28.14 31.73 28.46 32.18 58.49 869 494 375 56.85 43.15 Approved 392 285 107 72.70 27.30 Approved 473 11: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Bocce Ball 10:30 a.m.; Bible Study 12:30 p.m.; Mini Massage 11 a.m. % Yes No Yes Monday, Hastings - Music with Sam; Crafts 10:30 a.m.; Card Making 12:30 p.m. Wood­ land - Mini Massage 11 a.m. H.W,N - Reminiscence. Approved Approved Approved Approved Defeated ELECTION, continued from page 5 year, he does not plan to end his involvement in coun­ ty programs, such as the 911 service plan update, the McKeown Bridge Park proj­ ect and Charlton Park. Howard “Hoot” Gibson safely maintained his District 4 seat against candidate Denise Straley. Gibson earned almost 63 percent, with 933 of the votes, against Straley’s 37 percent, or 552 votes. Recreation FOR SALE: 1987 Bayliner boat. 19' w/cuddy cabin. 175 horse outboard Mercury motor, newer lower unit, runs good. New interior, fishfind­ er, marine radio. Trailer has new tires and bearings. $3,900.00 OBO. Call 517-507­ 9941.­ ' THIS 1$ NO I YOUR AVERAGE MOTORCY­ CLE!!! 2003 HARLEY V-ROD. NEW CUSTOM PAINT, RIMS, PIPES, BRAKES. LOWERED 1", LOTS OF CHROME. THIS IS AN EYE CATCHING BIKE! MUST SEE TO BE­ LIEVE NOT DESCRIBA­ BLE WITH WORDS!!!! $11,700. (616)893-6681 Newcomer Craig Stolsonburg beat Clare Tripp for the District 6 seat, left vacant by Englerth. Stolsonburg won 53 percent and 600 votes, and Tripp earned 46 percent and 517 votes. Tripp had previously served on the Barry County Board of Commissioners part of the time as chairman before Englerth defeated her in 2006. District 7 incumbent Jeff VanNortwick maintained his seat by only 15 votes against contender Mike Boles. VanNortwick earned 439 and 50.69 percent of the votes, while Boles earned 424 and 48.96 percent. The District 8 seat left open by Wayne Adams will be filled by Robert Houtman, who earned 323 and 38 per­ cent of the votes. Jim Alden earned 298 and 35 percent of the votes, and Mark Robinson earned 215 and 25 percent of the votes. District 1 incumbent Don Nevins earned 98.6 percent of the votes in his uncontest­ ed race, and District 5 incumbent Mike Callton stayed in office with 99.51 percent of the votes. 0^74760 Dependable, damage-free V* Lockouts • Tire Service towing! •Accident DOBBIN'S Recovery • Long-Haul & Off-Road DOBBINS JEFF ---- t ” DOBBIN'S AUTO SERVICE, INC. Owner, Jeff Dobbin, ASE Master Technician over 20 years experience �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 9, 2008 — Page 11 Martin goes to school for fishing by Helen Mudry Staff Writer Lakewood’s premier fish­ ing instructor, retired Woodland principal Ron Martin, has just had a sum­ mer school experience that was no doubt the envy of any kid stuck in a classroom in July. Martin attended a fishing class at Northwestern Michigan College near Traverse City. He had 77 fel­ low teachers as classmates from 33 states including Alaska and Florida. (One classmate was Major League pitcher, Pete Della Ratta, who played baseball for the Florida Marlins.) The overall theme of the classes was “No Child Left Inside.” The classes were funded by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service through the Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation and the Future Fishermen Foundation. Mark Stephens, director of Project FISH (Friends MV Athletic Boosters donate to track team Tents donated by the Maple valley Athletic Boosters provide shade and shelter for the high school track teams. The Maple Valley Athletic boosters contributed $1,000 to the Maple Valley track teams to purchase tents dur­ ing the 2007-08 school year. The tents were used at track meets to provide a shady place for the team members to relax between events and to keep them dry when it rained. The boosters provided scholarships in the past year. Student athletes received scholarships to attend camps, and scholarships were set up for two senior athletes to be given out annually at honor’s night. This year’s recipients were Jared Smith and Lauren Pierce. Elections were held at the boosters’ meeting on Aug. 4, and the past officers were voted to continue serving. They are: Tai Gearhart, pres­ ident; Lori Courtney, vice president; Jackie Ewing, sec­ retary; anTdrusteKeesl lyarJeonJeosn, treasurer. Trustees are Jon Boss, Jeff Seavolt, Glenn Ewing, Becky Wilson, Keith Jones and Adam Brumm. The next meeting will be Monday, Aug. 25, at 7 p.m. in the high school office break room. Everyone is wel­ come to attend. Included in Sport-fishing Heritage) from Michigan State University, was part of the instructional staff. The classes were aimed at physical education (or physh ed) teachers with the intent they would instill the fishing tradition in their students. And Martin said that tradi­ tion includes many ecology areas of habitat preservation, problems with evasive species and pollution. The instruction included the basics of fishing — spin casting, fly fishing, fly tying and landing the fish. “I have never been to a conference like this one,” Martin said. “There was so much information and ideas to get kids involved in the outdoors.” He said he had the radio on as he drove back home to Woodland but he never heard any of the music because his thoughts were so filled with ideas on how to apply the fishing lessons. Martin has been teaching fishing classes for a few years. In 2005, he had 40 Lakewood students and now in 2008 he had 290 - all the fifth graders in Lakewood and Maple Valley. The six one-hour classes began in the winter with basic fish biology — the anatomy and many species. Then in the spring, Martin had more hands-on lessons JAKES stands for juniors acquiring knowledge, ethics and sportsmanship and was formed by the National Wild Turkey Federation. Theo Savage, treasurer for Eaton County Struttin’ Toms, said the day is meant to educate and encourage youths to experience the out­ doors. "We’re hoping to get kids interested in the outdoors Joe Montgomery Builders, Inc. We build on our reputation.. .just ask our customers! Building dreams since 1978 New Construction and Home Improvement 122 S. Lincoln, Charlotte (517) 543-1718 TH FISHING INSTRUCTOR Ron Martin is Lakewood’s official fishing instructor. MVHS sports season starts on August 11 All of Maple Valley High School’s fall sports teams will begin practice on Monday, Aug. 11. Varsity boys’ and girls’ cross country practice will be held from 10 a.m. to noon at the high school. Football practice for ninth through 12th graders runs from 8 a.m. to noon at the high school practice football field. Boys’ varsity soccer prac­ tice will be held from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Fuller Street Soccer complex. Volleyball practice will be held for ninth through 12th graders from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the high school gymnasi­ um. Football Cheer practice will run from 6:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. at the high school football field. Junior high volleyball practice will start the week of Sept. 2. All athletes are reminded that they must have a valid physical on file dated after April 15, 2008 in order to practice. There are no excep­ tions. Miller College announces summer 2008 (lean’s list Robert B. Miller College in Battle Creek has announced the names of those achieving the dean’s list for the recently complet­ ed summer semester. Bellevue — Susan Hewitt, Amy Kleinfelt, Molly Young hunters can learn skills at free event by Amy Jo Parish Young hunters will get the chance to strut their stuff at JAKES Day Saturday, Aug. 23. The day, hosted by the Eaton County Struttin’ Toms and Eaton County Quality Deer Management Association, will feature a variety of events for outdoor enthusiasts under the age of 17. with different kinds of bait, tying knots and casting. The lessons ended in May with trips to local ponds and some actual fishing. Because of the grants, Martin has been able to give each student s basic tackle box to get started. The only cost to the school districts has been the bus rides to the fishing ponds. He has received positive feed back from kids who are enjoying the fishing experi­ ence and being outside. Parents are also glad to see kids encouraged to get away from the TV and into the sunshine and fresh air. Martin is accepting dona­ tions ofold tackle and bait to use in future classes. He can be reached at 269­ 367-4064. and hunting, and we’re pro­ viding a place for them to do this," said Savage. A guest speaker also will be at the event to help partic­ ipants recognize and imitate various turkey calls. Local Boy Scout troops are encouraged to attend and use the day to earn merit badges. One local troop will be camping overnight before the event and participating as a club in the activities. The day will start at 9 a.m. with archery, rifle and shot­ gun shooting along with boating, and casting will take place until 1 p.m. After lunch, youths aged 12 to 17 will be able to take part in an extreme JAKES race. The race will feature a biking, canoeing and target­ shooting course. The com­ petitor with the shortest com­ pletion time will take home first place. The free event takes place at the Bellevue Sportsman Club. For more information contact Savage at 517-649­ 8580. O'Rourke and Tracy Rine. Dowling — Roger Byykkonen, Jason Kubasiak and Tammy Whitmore. Nashville — Stacey Fish. EWING WELL DRILLING INC. 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LLC £ �Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Tuesday August 9, 2008 — Page 12 Police increasing end-of-summer enforcement effort Motorists are being warned not to let their endof-summer celebrations con­ clude with a drunk-driving arrest since 80 West Michigan law enforcement (OHSP) is coordinating the “Drunk Driving: Over the Limit, Under Arrest” crack­ down by administering feder­ al traffic safety funds to more than 260 agencies in 55 agencies will be cracking down on drunk drivers through additional patrols Aug. 15 to Sept 2. The Michigan Office of Highway Safety Planning COUNCIL, continued from page 1 might see increased use, so repairs would help be a proactive measure. No action was taken by the council concerning the drain. It was brought up for discussion but has no time­ line or projected scope. The village council also adopted a proclamation rec- Clerk Shirley Harmon also reminded those at the meet­ ing that petitions for open council positions are due by 4 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 12. The council will meet again on Sept. 11 at 7 p.m. in the village office. ognizing September as National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month and urged residents to observe the month "with appropriate programs, activi­ ties, and ceremonies support­ ing this year’s theme, Join the Voices ofRecovery: Real People, Real Recovery." counties. Grant-funded coun­ ties in West Michigan are Allegan, Barry, Berrien, Calhoun, Cass, Ionia, Kalamazoo, Kent, Mont­ calm, Muskegon, Oceana, Ottawa, St Joseph and Van Buren. “Additional patrols will be out over the next few weeks to help ensure that drunk drivers won’t go undetect­ ed,” OHSP Director Michael L. Prince said. “Motorists need to be aware that it’s simply not worth the risk. If they are caught over the limit, they will find them­ selves under arrest.” During last year’s Labor Day drunk driving crack­ down, more than 1,500 motorists were arrested for drunk driving and other alco­ hol-related offenses. About 35 percent of all traffic fatalities in Michigan involve alcohol and/or drugs, and in 2007, 382 people died in Michigan as a result of alcohol or drug-involved traffic crashes. Over the 2007 Labor Day holiday weekend, 14 people died in Michigan crashes. Four of those fatali­ ties involved alcohol, accord­ ing to the Michigan Department of State Police Criminal Justice Information Center. Motorists face severe penalties for driving drunk. 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 six points on a driver’s license and up to 180 days’ license suspen­ sion. In addition, convicted drunk drivers will be subject to a $1,000 fee for two con­ secutive years, for a total of $2,000 in additional costs. Anyone who refuses a breath test the first time is given an automatic one-year driver’s license suspension. Secretary Land announces primary election turnout Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land announced that 1,36 million voters cast bal­ lots in Tuesday’s primary election, based on unofficial returns. Tuesday’s turnout repre­ sents 19 percent of Michigan’s 7.2 million regis­ tered voters. “The number of voters turning out for the August primary, while on par with prior years, only represents a fraction of those registered,” Land said. “As we now look forward to November’s gen­ eral election, my department will continue to seek ways to encourage more people to take part.” Land commended local visit the online Michigan Voter Information Center, a single, comprehensive source designed for voter conven­ ience at www.michigan.gov/vote. The site contains information on polling locations, voting systems, registration and can­ didates. election officials and workers for their tireless efforts to prepare for and administer Tuesday’s election. Unofficial primary election results are available at www.Michigan.gov/sos. Land reminded residents that as the general election on Nov. 4 approaches, they can Voter turnout by county County Precincts lotaLBegJ/oferlumeMi Percent Allegan 46 78,314 63,012 18.95 Barry 26 43,014 10,866 25.26 Calhoun 78 100,853 17,316 17.13 Eaton 61 78,173 12,390 15.45 Ionia 31 42,712 6.248 Kalamazoo 112 180,867 24,797 13,71 Kent 269 407,845 63,012 15.45 7,200,000 1,360,000 19 Statewide 14.63 Donated backpacks are laid out for filling and distribution in the 2007 program. HCB, United Way launching county backpack program CertairileedB Fiberglass Insulation ^BKKS CMWCTMAKEM* Cabinets Guardian Fiberglass Insulation Plywood Lumber n.Conic .oomnec.to Oak Pine Molding Andersen. 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"We are very thankful that Hastings City Bank is part­ nering on this project to give kids a great start to the school year, " added Lani Forbes, executive director of Barry County United Way. "Many families struggle with how to purchase all of the needed supplies at the begin­ ning of the school year. This program will enable them to focus on other areas of con­ cern." Items needed for each backpack are: Middle/high school level Notebooks - 5 Folders - 5 Pens Pencils Colored pencils Colored markers Elementary school level Scissors Pencils Crayons Colored pencils Colored markers Glue sticks Box of facial tissue Pencil box Local businesses or indi­ vidual community members are invited to donate any of these items. New backpacks are needed, as well. The sup­ plies will be organized and distributed by Hastings City Bank employees and mem­ bers of the Coleman Insurance Agency. Donations may be made until Aug. 27 at any Hastings City Bank branch in Bellevue, Caledonia, Hastings, Middleville, Nashville and Wayland. Donations also will be accepted at the Coleman Insurance Agency in Hastings and the Barry County United Way office in Hastings. Distribution will take place the week of Aug. 25 to families referred by local agencies such as Department of Human Services, Kinship Care, CASA for Kids and Love, Inc. Families interest­ ed in receiving a backpack may also contact the Barry County United Way for more information. GREEN LIGHT DRIVING SCHOOL llc 301 N. Main (M-66), Nashville 517-852-0000 Segment I $285 Segment II $40 Aug. 11-26 Sept. 8-25 Sept. 29-Oct. 23 Sept. 2-4 Parent Meeting (FUSE) Sept 6 at 9 a.m. We partner with parents for SAFE teen drivers!! www.greenlightdrivinq.net � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/822/MapleValleyNews_2008-08-16.pdf 83ba808001abcdd4b6db56160cdf61b7 PDF Text Text MAPLE WALL news. Hastings Public Library 227 E State St Hastings Ml 48058-1817 A local paper oftoday! [ PRSRTSTD us POSTAGE PAID WGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 7 EAST STATE ST kSTINGS MJ 49058 HASTINGS Ml MVN Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 136-No. 33, August 16, 2008 Nashville takes first step toward dam removal by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer By approving a motion accepting a $200,000 Inland Fisheries grant from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, the Nashville Village Council has taken its first decisive step toward removing the dam which spans the Thomapple River just west of the M-66 bridge in Nashville. Before the vote, Chris Freiberger, a biologist with the habitat management unit of the DNR’s fisheries divi­ sion, presented a brief sum­ mary of Department of Environmental Quality’s (DEQ) Dam Safety Engineer Paul Wetzel’s recent inspec­ tion of the dam. In March, it was Freiberger who pro­ posed that he and several other DNR employees would donate their time and expert­ ise to the dam-removal proj­ ect, should the village decide to pursue that course of action. In his report, Wetzel noted the following: • Repair needed to be done to the deteriorating walls of the mill race. • Large hole in the bottom of the lower-left portion of the mill race gate that needs to be reconstructed. • Dam spillway capacity needs to be increased by rais­ ing the embankment or con­ structing an emergency spill­ way. • Trees and brush need to be removed from the embankments. • Weir abutment walls need to be repaired because water flow has eroded the soil under the walls. • Repair is needed for minor cracks and holes in the surface of the spillway. Freiberger gave an unoffi­ cial estimate that it would cost the village between $500,000 and $1 million to repair or replace the dam. “Does the DEQ have the right to come in and tell us to repair the dam?” asked Trustee Jack Holden. “Yes,” replied Freiberger, explaining that the river is a public trust. “And it would be our responsibility?” asked Holden. “Whoever owns the dam would be given two options — fix or remove it. It’s up to the dam owner to decide,” said Freiberger. Council President ProTem Mike Kenyon asked for an estimate of the potential cost to the village if it were to accept the grant and pur­ sue the dam-removal option. Barry Conservation District Director Joanne Barnard estimated the total cost of the project would be around $550,000 but with in­ kind matches being provided by Freiberger and other DNR volunteers, an additional $50,000 in internal funding from the DNR fisheries department, and the potential See DAM, page 3 Thieves damage two local convenience stores by Amy Jo Parish Nabbing two cartons of cigarettes and a few cigars, burglars kicked in the door of two local convenience stores Monday night. The thieves first visited Duey’s Corner on North Ionia Road where they left muddy footprints on the back door. Duane Eldred, owner of the store, received a call just shortly after 4 in the morning from the alarm company alerting him of activity at his property. "It was three minutes after 4 when ADT called up to see if we had accidentally set off the alarm, then they called the police," said Eldred. "We drove around the building, everything looked normal. Then the officer showed up and we went in" After further investiga­ tion, however, Eldred and the Eaton County Sheriffs deputy discovered muddy footprints on the door, a cracked door jam and tire tracks behind the store. With a partial print of the name brand of the sneakers worn and distinct tire tracks, Eldred believes it will only be a matter oftime before the perpetrator is caught. Eldred purchased the store March 1 and said this is the first attempted robbery since he took over. He credits a top-notch alarm system, safety bars and alert officers with stop­ ping a situation that could have ended far worse. "The thief was thwarted by a good security system and excellent reaction time by the sheriffs department," said Eldred. After entry was prevented in Vermontville, the thief traveled to a convenience store in Kalamo Township and was able to gain entry. After once again kicking at the back entrance, the thief entered the store and made away with two cartons of cigarettes and a few cigars. Earnest Biem, son-in-law of owner Earl McKievy, said there has been a definite increase in the number of attempted robberies recently that he believes are linked to the dismal financial situation of many residents. "My father-in-law has run the store for 28 years and in that 28 years it has been bro- See THIEVES, page 3 Earnest Biem rings up the purchases of 4-yearold Joshua Johnson. The store was broken into Tuesday morning. Only a few items were taken from the store during the rob­ bery. (Photo by Amy Jo Parish) Pat Campion to retire after 35 years in the classroom by Amy Jo Parish For Maple Valley Elementary Teacher Pat (Hansen) Campion, the decision to retire marks a new beginning rather than an end. “It’s, really more of a career change,” said Campion. “Also, the time is right. My husband is going to retire next year, and I’m moving on to other things.” Though her decision was made just a short time ago, Campion said she already has filled her schedule with a host of activities. She works closely with The Revue Theater Group in Vermontville, has sold Mary Kay products for the past 26 years, years delivers evers Meals on Wheels, works at Oldsmobile Park and will become an office manager when her daughter, Heidi, opens a chiropractic office next year. Added to the list will be the variety of extracurricu- Nehmer seeking re-election JoeAnn Nehmer’s picture was unintentionally omitted from last week’s edition. She is the incumbent Democratic township treasurer and is seeking re-election in November. Nehmer has served as treasurer for the past seven years and also was the deputy treasurer for two years. She will face Republican Marcia Grant in the election. JoeAnn Nehmer In This Issue Though she is retiring, Maple Valley Elementary Teacher Pat Campion plans to keep busy with a variety of pursuits. One of those will be continuing her work with The Revue Theater Group in Vermontville. Along with acting and directing, Campion also writes grants, handles publicity and is photographer for all of The Revue’s productions. lar activities she and her husband enjoy together — arid four grandchildren to dote on. Traveling, golf, fishing, biking and theater are also See CAMPION, page 2 • August enrollment incentive offered at Peas in a Pod • Musicians march through band camp • Clarksville steam engine show is next weekend • Orientations, start of classes announced for Maple Valley �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, August 16, 2008 — Page 2 CAMPION, continued from page 1 part of her retirement plans. After 35 years in front of a class, there is sure to be a time of adjustment when school begins in a few short weeks, but Campion will have little time to reminisce with so many activities planned. One ofher favorite aspects conductor of the magical train. He credits The Polar Express — his first experi­ ence with performing — as the start of his life-long love of theater. “Polar Express was awe­ some,” said Vincent. “Mrs. Campion was my favorite Through the years, she has of teaching has been incor­ porating theater into her performed the play almost 20 classroom. times with her students, and Nearly two decades ago, for many it is the highlight of long before Tom Hanks their elementary school turned it into a blockbuster years. film, Campion adapted the • •’ Phil Vincent was a^t&dent Chris VanAllsburg’s book, in Campion’s . fourth grade The Polar Express, into a class and sjill r^tembers taking to the stage as the play. far as self-esteem, and it •bonds the class together,” remarked Campion. Her work with The Revue helped her expand the use of theater in her classroom, and she credits Bill Reynolds, teacher because even though we were young, we did grown-up things. 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Psalm 108.1-2 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 BASELINE UNITED METHODIST 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 Sun. 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 110 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG Wed. 5:30 p.m..................................... Family 6:00-7:15................................ Pioneer Club Sun: 9:00.......................................... Sunday 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School...................... 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH P.M. Worship............... 8950 East M-79 Highway, Nashville Morning Celebration .............. 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, 11a.m. ............ Church S Fellowship 10: 00 11: 00 CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship ......................................... 7 p.m. Leadership Training PASTOR: DON ROSCOE REV. ALAN METTLER Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org 1-616-731-5194 or 1-517-852-1806. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Senrices 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages .. .10:30 a.m. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School......................... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ............ Evening Worship...... Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting................... 11 a.m. ............ 6 ,7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM 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 GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. . PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Combined Sunday morning worship with Vermontville UMC as follows: July 13 and 27, Aug. 10 and 24 at Vermontville July 6 and 20, Aug. 3,17 and 31 at Gresham Worship time: 9:30 a.m. 135 Washington P.O. Box 95 Res. Vermontville, Ml (517) 726-0637 49096-0095 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH -OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship.................... 8:30 a.m PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday School..................................... 10 Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors A.M. Service.................................... 11:15 P.M. Service............................................. 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville QUIMBY .UNITED METHODIST .. CHURCH PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE Sunday School 10 a.m. 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 corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service................ 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.................. 11:15 a.m. PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 Corner of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. Sunday A.M. Worship Evening Worship......... .10:30 a.m. ......... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 6 p.m.: PASTOR JEFF SWIFT (517) 852-9154 ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Sunday Mass......................... 9:45 a.m. FATHER AL RUSSELL A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings M-79 West Sunday School................................. 9:45a A.M. Service........................................... 11 a P.M. Service............................................. 7 Wed. Service ............................... 7 p.m. SOUTH KALAMO —CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville l ool vice PASTOR MATT ROHDE CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH Broker Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. MAPLE GROVE ppeBrIBLE CHURCH massage therapy Sunday Services: .................. 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer .............. 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion 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 .. .6:30 p.m. AWANA.................... 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville For more information call: PASTOR KATHY SMITH 795-2370 or Rt. Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 517-726-0526 Combined Sunday morning worship with Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK Gresham UMC as follows: July 13 and 27, Aug. 10 and 24 at Vermontville July 6 and 20, Aug. 3,17 and 31 at Gresham Worship time: 9:30 a.m. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, August 16,2008 — Page 3 DAM, continued from page 1 for $100,000 grant from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and another $25,000 from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, the possible out-of-pocket cost to the village could be $22,000 or less. “So, $22,000 would be your rough ‘guesstimate?’” asked Holden. “There are a lot ofpartners here that will help you meet your costs,” said Barnard indicating Freiberger, DNR fisheries biologist Scott Hanshue, Thomapple River Watershed Council president Dana Strouse, and James Marshall III, Potawatomi Resource Conservation and Development coordinator for the United States Department of Agriculture. “Once your decision is made, we can start looking for other sources of funding, such as private donations, to help lower the cost,” said Strouse. “The hardest part is get­ ting the first grant,” said Freiberger. “Once you get one, more organizations are willing to step up.” “But at the end of the day, there is a possibility of about $20,000 that the village will have to look at,” said Kenyon. “I’d say that’s a fair state­ ment,” said Freiberger. “On the other hand, if we don’t do anything we’d have to talk about spending money to repair and maintain the dam and continued inspections every 5 to 10 years,” said Trustee James Dunham. Freiberger said that while each dam is different, it costs approximately $10,000 to $15,000 a year to maintain them properly. “So. in two years, the cost of maintenance and upkeep would offset the cost of removing it,” said Holden, who them asked ifthe village had a line item in its budget for dam repair. “Not with money in it,” quipped Village Clerk Kathy Lentz. Trustee Wayne Moore asked if materials from the dam could be used to con­ struct the weir and reduce costs further. Freiberger said that the DNR tries to use materials from existing dams whenev­ er possible. James Dunham stated that many Nashville citizens, including himself, were con­ cerned with wildlife habitat and the impact the dam removal could have on wildlife in the river. Freiberger responded that fish studies had already been done and more impact stud­ ies would be completed as the project moved forward. “We’d also set up long­ term monitoring,” he added. Village resident Ron Bracey asked how much the water level would be expect­ ed to drop and about the design for the weir that would replace the dam. Freiberger said that they wouldn’t know for sure how much the water level would drop until the studies were complete and they knew how much sediment was behind the impoundment. He also said that while the design wasn’t finalized, he felt a Wwier like the one in Dimondale might be a good option for the Nashville site. Village resident Janet Jarman asked about the smell caused by bottomland exposed when the water state. However, if the dam level drops after the dam is should fail while the village removed. was in the process of pursu­ “It will be there, but it’s ing dam removal, the state not permanent,” said James would likely be more lenient Dunham. regarding fines. “In the 400-plus wetland Freiberger - was asked restoration projects I have when the project could be done, you can almost watch completed, and he stated that the vegetation grow as the the actual dam removal water recedes,” said could be completed in two to Marshall. “In one week, it three weeks, as early as late will green up. In a month, summer or fall 2009. you can’t see over much of “In the last couple of it. There is an amazing seed months, we’ve done a lot of bed in bottomland, and the investigating — ourselves, smell will be gone in a cou­ the DNR and the Barry ple of months because the Conservation District — and plants actually wick the I think we’ve done great moisture out of the soil.” work here, with what we’ve “And the smell won’t be got before us,” said James worse than the duckweed Dunham. “I’m totally in smells now,” said Strouse, favor of this. I think this is which brought general the best thing we can do for laughter and murmurs of our community, and not just agreement from both the financially; right now council and members of the finances are important, but audience. also looking at it from the Dam committee member humanity standpoint and the Karen Snyder asked about fish and wildlife standpoint. fish planting. I think this is the best deci­ Hanshue replied that it’s sion overall, and over time his recommendation that the the river will return to its nat­ DNR start planting walleye ural flow, whatever that from above the impound­ might be.” ment to the river mouth. Holden made a motion to There was also discussion accept the grant which was about liability to the village seconded by James Dunham. ifthe dam wasn’t removed or The motion was carried by a repaired. 5-2 vote with Trustee Mary Barnard replied that that Coll and Kenyon casting the since there are reports from dissenting votes. 1996, 2001 and 2008 stating While Coll did not give a that the dam was in need of reason for her “no” vote, repair and if there was no Kenyon said, “Everyone has documentation that the vil­ done great work and been lage was indeed taking steps very professional ... but the to prevent failure, they potential cost... You’ve used would be liable for damages $22,000 as a potential figure and subject to fines from the and said that you’ve always been able to find funding but you can’t guarantee that that will happen. “We have an imperiled ambulance department and even though we’re going for a millage to support it again in November, I can’t support going for this grant if there is a potential we’ll have to come up with $22,000,” he continued. “I understand that we’ll need to come up with money for repairs, but I don’t feel we can support this if the millage request fails in November. I can’t support this. I just can’t.” Later during the council’s roundtable discussion, Holden said, “The dam vote is the hardest thing I have THIEVES, continued from page 1---------------------------- A muddy footprint and tire tracks behind the store were all that were left after an attempted break-in at Duey’s Corner on South Ionia Road in Vermontville. (Photo by Amy Jo Parish.) Qiana's Q$ace The Place to Gofor Professional Styling IEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Tuesday - Friday S.E. Comer of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 L.4 ken into maybe once," said Biem. "In the last two years, there have been three attempts and this one break­ in and I think it’s due to the economy." Though the two crimes appear related, no official connection has been estab­ lished, and further details from the police reports were not filed with the county office at press time. had to do since I’ve been on the council. I didn’t sleep well last night. I’ve talked to a lot ofpeople about this, and I just hope it pans out the way we want it to.” “I want to thank all ofyou, and we are just getting start­ ed,” said Freiberger after the vote. “I want to keep this open, and we’ll certainly do the best we can do. I’m look­ ing forward to it. There will be a lot of passionate feel­ ings, one way or the other, as we proceed, and feel free to have people call Scott or myself.” Friday morning the Barry Conservation District (BCD) held a meeting and also gave its approval to accept the grant. BCD Director Barnard said that now that the grant has been officially accepted, the only thing likely to pre­ vent the removal of the dam is if the upcoming environ­ mental impact studies indi­ cate a compelling reason not to remove the dam, such as sediment contamination. In other business the vil­ lage council approved: • A bid for the replace­ ment of the furnace in the village hall at a total cost of $2,750. • Tim Smith’s application for the vacant seat on the vil­ lage’s dam committee • A request from the skate park committee to hold a “Village Olympics” fundraising event in Riverside Park Sept. 20. • Payment of August bills totaling $81,897. • Installation of an emer­ gency power feed to the pole barn near the village garage. The council also accepted the resignations of trustees Dunham and Moore from both their council and com­ mittee seats. Dunham is leaving to attend college full­ time and Moore is moving to Middleville. CAMPION, continued from page 2founder of the theater group, for his help. “I always did plays with my kids. Then when Bill came along, he showed me how to put a play together, and that’s what I started to do with the kids,” said Campion. Before college, she had little interest in teaching. A few weeks spent at a Christian camp changed her mind. After counseling at Camp Barakel, Campion discovered how much she enjoyed being with children and chose a career in education. Graduating from Grand Rapids School of Bible and Music, Grand Valley and completing her graduate work at Michigan State University, teaching and learning have been an almost constant part of Campion’s life. Through the years, she has taught countless students in the classroom and has seen the teaching profession change, with new laws and requirements being implemented. “Teaching is so hard today compared to 35 years ago,” said Campion. “There’s ‘No Child Left Behind’ and ‘Schools of Choice;’ it’s a very political arena. When I started teaching, kids came first. Now, because of Schools of Choice, adminis­ trators are forced to have par­ ents come first.” Chiropractic Can Help... Neck and back pain, headaches, numbness and more! Nashville Chiropractic Center Dr. Mike Callton, D.C. Michigan State University National College of Chiropractic If you have questions or would like to make an appointment call: 517-852-2070 We are a Blue Cross, Medicare and Medicaid provider Most insurances accepted Vermontville First Congregational Church and Peas in a Pod Daycare Invite you to join them for an Face > painting^ OPEN HOUSE CARNIVAL Family Fun August 23 lOam-lpm �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, August 16,2008 — Page 4 August enrollment incentive offered at Peas in a Pod Enrollment has been underway at Peas in a Pod Preschool and Child Care for a few months now. "We’ve had many families register their children for both the preschool classes and for the child care. In fact, a good number of the fami­ lies have taken advantage of our wrap-around program and have enrolled their chil­ dren in both the preschool and the child care,” said Carrie Hopkins, co-owner. “This is perfect for families who would like to enroll their child in a preschool class but do not have the transportation available for both preschool and child care because of their job situa­ tions. This allows children to have preschool and child care all in the same physical location." The preschool and child­ care will be located at the First Congregational Church in Vermontville, and the opening day is Sept. 2. Work on the classrooms and the curriculum has been continuing. "We are so excited to meet the children and their fami­ lies, and we’re proud to be able to provide this service to our community. We have so many awesome things planned for the fall," said co­ owner, Kristi Lincoln. Peas in a Pod would like to extend an August enrollment incentive to families in the surrounding communities by reducing registration fees to $15 — a $25 savings. The $15 will hold a family’s place in a preschool class or in the childcare or both. There are still openings available in the morning and afternoon preschool classes. Both full and part-time open­ ings are also still available in the childcare, including opportunities for the wrap­ around program. "If anyone has any ques­ tions or concerns about any of the programs that we offer, please give us a call. We would love to talk with you, and we’d love to have your child be part of our Peas in a Pod crew," added Lincoln. If families are interested in participating in the August enrollment incentive or have questions regarding tuition rates or general information at Peas in a Pod, call 517­ 852-9558. ^5 4 *^ are-f Peas in a Pod staff members prepare for opening day. Games and more planned by library Local MVHS students, Josh and Jeff Burd, help out at Peas in a Pod. The Teen Advisory Group (TAG) at Putnam District Library invites area teens to join in an afternoon of game playing. Game Day will be Wednesday, Aug. 20, from 1 to 3 p.m. for students enter­ ing grades 6 to 12 this fall. TAG members will bring games for all to enjoy. New members to TAG are always welcome. The group is currently planning events for the fall and welcomes new ideas. For more information on the group, contact the library at 517-852-9723 or stop by for a game or two. Putnam District Library serves the Village of Nashville and Assyria, Castleton, and Maple Grove Townships. Nashville AG plans Amazon Expedition VBS 113 N. Main Nashville 517-852-9700 Jack & Judy’s f Hours: Open 7 Days 6AM-8PM FRIDAY SPECIALS AU You Can Eat Fish Country k Cafe (Cod or Perch) ' j AU You Can Eat Shrimp Kettle , l SATURDAY SPECIALS BBQ Pork Ribs Fried Chicken SUNDAY SPECIALS Swiss Steak Baked Chicken & Dressing Ham Steak & Yams Nashville’s Friendly yy Family CHECK OUT OUR EARLY DIRD Restaurant with Family Prices! BREAKFAST SPECIALS & DAILY SPECIALS MON.-FRI. If kids are going bananas looking for summertime fun, look no more. Send them to Amazon Expedition Vacation Bible School, where they will have more fun than a kid should be allowed to have. They’ll be jammin’ in the jungle as they enjoy songs, crafts, games, goodies and dramas. They’ll also venture on the ultimate trek through time as they discover the “Seven C’s of History.” This adventure will take place from Aug. 18 to 22 at Nashville Assembly of God, 735 Reed St., Nashville. The trip will depart at 9 a.m. and conclude at noon. Call 517-852-9819 with any questions. James E. Mix James E. E. Mix, Mix, bom bom Sept. Sept. James 23, 1934 in Nas,hville, died August 2, 2008 in Bedford, Virginia. Memorial services will be held Saturday, August 16, 2 p.m. at Vermontville United Methodist Church. Give a memorial that can go on forever 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 02692907 co . & Family Owner/Manager Ask your funeral director for more information on the BCF or call (269) 945-0526. Bug program awards prizes Laurie Brooke shows off her prize after a summer of reading with Putnam District Library. As part of the sum­ mer reading program, Brooke and other adults complet­ ed "BUG-O" boards by reading various genres offered at the library. "Catch the Reading Bug" has come to an end but child, teen, and adult readers who have not claimed their prizes are encouraged to stop by and do so. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, August 16,2008 — Page 5 Musicians march through band camp The Maple Valley High School Marching Band attended band camp at Grand Valley State University July 28 through Aug. 1. Several instructors attend­ ed, four ofwhom were previ­ ous drum majors with the MV band. Chris Caldwell, drum major for the 2006 and 2007 school years, and Sarah Vanderhoef-S hoemaker, along with co-drum major Garrett VanEngen, for the school years of 2003, 2004 and 2005. The latter two also composed three of the music pieces for the show this year. Kimberly (Knoll) Rodriguez, drum major for 1998 and 1999 school years, worked with choreographing the color guard routine. Also attending was trumpet instructor Josh Zapor, lead trumpet player for Central Michigan University. Band Director Dennis Vanderhoef said he was very pleased with the work ethic shown by all of the band members. Most days were in the 85to 90-degree temperature range, and many of these days the band members asked to continue working past their quitting time. Students were excited to be making progress throughout the week. The band was able to complete the entire march­ ing show in the five days they attended camp, both in music and marching. In the 25 years Vanderhoef has been band director at Maple Valley, this was the first show completed during the band camp week. he said. The band will perform its first half-time show entitled; “Get In the Game” Sept. 12 at 7 p.m. during the varsity football game. EngagementsHastings City Bank partners with United Way for backpack program Hastings City Bank is partnering with Barry County United Way to provide backpacks to Barry County children who need that additional support for the coming school year. “We are asking for community partners, as well,” said Nancy Goodin, marketing and training director for Hastings City “Community Joe Sprague II ofNashville Bank. and Deb Clark of Lake members who would like to Odessa are proud to contribute school supplies announce their engagement are invited to drop those off to be married. Their special at any Hastings City Bank day is Nov. 1, 2008. branch. Our employees are really excited about helping with this special project, and we hope our friends and customers will join us in this Clark-Sprague project, as well.” • Pens located in Bellevue, “We are very thankful • Pencils Caledonia, Hastings, that Hastings City Bank is • Colored pencils Middleville, Nashville and partnering on this project to • Colored markers Wayland. Donations also are give kids a great start to the Elementary school level accepted at the Coleman school year,” said Barry • Scissors Insurance Agency in County United Way • Pencils Hastings and the Barry Executive Director Lani • Crayons County United Way office Forbes. “Many families • Colored pencils in Hastings. struggle with how to • Colored markers Distribution will take purchase all of the needed • Glue sticks place the week of Aug. 25, supplies at the beginning of • Kleenex the school year. This • Pencil box program will enable them to Local businesses and focus on other areas of individual community concern.” members are invited to Items needed for each donate any of these items. backpack are: New backpacks are needed, Middle I high school as well. The supplies will be level organized and distributed by The Vermontville United • 5 notebooks Hastings City Bank Methodist Church will host • 5 folders employees and members of Songsters Quartet tonight at the Coleman Insurance 6:30 p.m. in a special con­ Agency. Donations may be cert. made until Wednesday, Aug. The group, founded in the 27, at any Hastings City 1960s and based in Akron, Bank branch. Branches are Ohio, will present a Southern Concert tonight at Vermontville United Methodist Church Woman sentence in welfare fraud case Howard- Willacker The parents of Ryan Willacker of Montague and Nichole Howard ofNashville and Battle Creek wish to announce the engagement of their son and daughter. Ryan is a graduate of Western Michigan University and is currently employed at Viking Corporation. Nichole is a graduate of Maple Valley High School and is enrolled at Wright Beauty Academy. An Oct. 4 wedding is planned at the Nashville Baptist Church. Janine Tawnie Thompson, 44, of Nashville was sen­ tenced Aug. 8 by Barry County Circuit Judge James Fisher to serve three months in jail for her June 18 conviction on a charge of welfare fraud. to families referred by local agencies such as the Department of Human Services, Kinship Care, CASA for Kids and Love, Inc. Families interested in receiving a backpack may also contact the Barry County United Way for more information. Judge Fisher ordered Thompson to pay $3,877 in restitution, $250 in court costs and a probation fee of $240. Thompson’s sentence may be discharged upon pay­ ment of the imposed costs. Carnival brings fun and games Gospel music concert. Fellowship and refresh­ ments will follow the con­ cert. 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Note that due to changes required in the school election consolidation laws, elections for Maple Valley Schools are now coordinated under the direction of Debbie Smith, Barry County Clerk. Therefore, peti­ tions, affidavits of identity and any additional information are available from the County Clerk’s Office at 220 W. State St., Hastings. The last date for filing nominating petitions for board candidates is Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2008, by 4:00 pm. If you have candidate questions, call the County Clerks Office at (269) 945-1285 or call the school directly at (517) 852-9699. Q667604i 2+ ACRES North of Vermontville, blacktop road, natural gas available, surveyed, perked. Contract terms. Call Homer. PRICE REDUCED! (VL-34) IN VERMONTVILLE - CLOSE TO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL $59,90011 IN NASHVILLE BUILDING LOT 55X132: Water & sewer available, chain link fence, storage shed, flow­ ers & shrubs. Call Homer. Listed at $14,000! (VL-42) PRICE REDUCED!! NOW $39,9001! 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One display will make wooden shingles branded with the show logo. Steam engines will labor at the sawmill and the steam and gas tractor parade of power every afternoon at This old tractor was part of the Ox Roast Parade. It will be put to work once again at the Steam and Gas Show. Walker P harmacy Your Hometown SAV-MOI^Store SAV-MOft o HBN! PRESCRIPTIOND^WARDS CLUB ‘S PRESCRIPTIOND^W Generics 30-Day Supply* S/I "V 300 Drugs Available I $1199 Generics 90-Day Supply* | I I 300 Drugs Available ONLY $10 one-time enrollment fee for you and your entire family! • $1O Gift Card • 20% Discount on all generic OTC • FREE Medication Review (ses.oo value) *The day supply is based upon the average dispensing patterns for the specific drug and strength. The program, as well as the prices and the list of covered drugs, can be modified by Sav-Mor at any time without notice at the discretion of Sav-Mor. DISCOUNT ONLY-NOT INSURANCE. 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Cold Menu Monday, August 18 This farm contraption made an appearance in the Macaroni salad w/cheddar parade at the Ox Roast and will have a repeat perform­ cheese, black bean tomato ance at the Steam and Gas Show Aug. 23. salad, home-style applesauce. Tuesday, August 19 about 4 p.m. There will be served on the grounds all Pork w/Swiss cheese, cole old-fashioned threshing and weekend. slaw, pineapple and mandarin Admission to the show is oranges, wheat bread. bailing, and tractors of all $3 per person 12 years and shapes, sizes and makes. Wednesday, August 20 Cedar Ridge Bluegrass older. Children under 12 are Pea and peanut salad, will play at 5:30 p.m. Friday, admitted for free. Thursday tomato salad, diced pears, Aug. 22. Saturday’s music is senior citizens day with whole wheat crackers. will be at 5 p.m. with Luke admission $2 for seniors. Thursday, August 21 Lenhart Family and Friends Primitive camping is avail­ Turkey and pasta salad Bluegrass Band from the able on the grounds. w/cheddar cheese, com and For more information, call tomato salad, pineapple tidDorr area. 616-897- bits. Saturday will also have 616-204-3798, the annual pig roast serving 2089 or 616-450-8228. Visit Friday, August 22 from 5 to 7 p.m. Guests can the Web site at Roast beef w/cheese, brocget a whole meal or just a clarksvillesteamandgas.4t.co coli raisin salad, diced peachsandwich. Food will be m. es, wheat bread. Activities Calendar Monday, August 18: Hastings - Music with Sam; Crafts 10:30 a.m.; Card Making 12:30 p.m. Wood­ land - Mini Massage 11 a.m. H,W,N - Reminiscence. Tuesday, August 19: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Bocce Ball 10:30 a.m.; Bible Study 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, August 20: Hastings - Nails; Music with Sam; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m. Delton - Reminiscence. Detroit group to perform at Kalamo Thursday, August 21: Hastings - Cancer Support 1 p.m.; Line Dancing 9:30 a m.; BP Clinic 11 a.m.; Music; Caregiver’s Support 3:30 The Masters of Harmony will perform at Kalamo p.m. Nashville - TV Time. United Methodist Church Aug. 23. Delton - Puzzles/Trivia. Friday, August 22: Hast­ An old-fashioned tent The Kalamo United Meth­ ings - Exercise 9 a.m.; Mixed meeting and ice cream social odist is located on Ionia Media Painting 9:30 a.m.; will be held at the Kalamo Road, 1.5 miles south of M- Bingo 10 a.m.; Model United Methodist Church, 79. For more information, Railroad 12 p.m. Woodland Saturday, Aug. 23, beginning call 517-541-144. Visiting. at 6 p.m. with a special wor­ ship service. Everyone is invited to share in praising the Lord and giving thanks for the beautiful wonders of the To everyone who offered their support and encour­ Earth, worshipping in the agement during the campaign and to every person great outdoors. Following who voted on August 5th, I offer my sincere appre­ the worship service, hot dogs ciation and thanks. and ice cream, with special toppings will be served. The Sunday, Aug. 24, I promise to continue to do my worship services will feature best for you, in recognition of “The Masters of Harmony,” the trust you have placed in me. living legends of Detroit Sincerely, gospel music history. Their a Tom Evans capella music will stir your Your Barry County Prosecuting Attorney soul. Join in this experience. Sunday worship services are Paid for by Tom Evens for Prosecutor at 9 and 10:30 a.m. PO Box 321, Middleville, Ml 49333 6676245 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, August 16,2008 — Page 7 Jones introduces plan to encourage sale of green hybrid vehicles Michigan residents could save money on gas prices while helping the economy under a bill introduced this week by Rep. Rick Jones that creates a sales-tax exemption for purchasing alternative­ energy vehicles. The legislation would give residents a sales-tax exemp­ tion on the difference between the purchase pripe of an alternative-energy vehi­ cle and the price of an equiv­ alent gasoline-powered vehi- cle. “We can help our economy and the environment by encouraging people to buy a hybrid vehicles,” said Jones, R-Grand Ledge. “Michigan residents who purchase a hybrid Saturn Vue or the upcoming Chevy Volt, for example, will help strengthen and create Michigan jobs.” An alternative-energy vehicle can be powered by fuel cells, electricity, hybrid sources, or solar power under the Jones legislation. Hybrid vehicles usually are powered by both an internal combus­ tion engine and a recharageable battery. “With gas prices still hov­ ering around $4 a gallon, a vehicle powered by alterna­ tive energy would provide additional savings at the pump,” Jones said. “The leg­ islation also will help Michigan develop its hightech economy.” Charlton Park to return to the Middle Ages Aug. 30 Knights in armor, ladies in lace, townsfolk bustling about... it’s Havoc in Hastings on Saturday, Aug. 30, members of the Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA) will gather for a his­ torical recreation at Historic Charlton Park. A focus of Havoc in Hastings is the equestrian competition. Horses and rid­ ers from near and far will test their training on the field in lance and target courses and other challenges. This is not just a theatrical demonstra­ tion like those seen at Renaissance fairs, but true athletic competition. Other tournament activities, including archery, rapier fencing and heavy weapons, thrown weapons, combat with swords, maces, spears and shields will be featured Saturday. Merchants will be vending their wares while townsfolk demonstrate period skills and pastimes. Challengers will strive to unseat the champions of the Kingdom and win the glory and prizes awarded at the end of the tournament. The event is hosted by the ■w siiBaiUp. | 5.W .ttiKiWu Wij. I ta-Wlr IflftWsHuW * Is IS |i W CALENDAR OF EVENTS State 4-H Shoot, St. Joseph County and Conservation Sportsman’s Club. Aug. 16 4-H State Dog Show, MSU Pavilion. Aug. 19 Master Gardener Association Executive Committee Meeting, 6 p.m., County Seat. Aug. 20 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7 p.m., Courts and Law Building Conference Room. Aug. 21 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Aug. 22-24 4-H State Horse Show, MSU Pavilion. Aug. 28 Master Gardener Association Meeting, 6 p.m., Courts and Law Building. Sept. 4 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Sept. 6-7 Rendezvous, Charlton Park. Sept. 17 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Sept. 18 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Aug. 16 AWg Garden ce», Just north of Mooville ... 5715 South M-66 • 517-852-1864 SUMMER SALE!!! All in stock trees & Shrubs • Buy 1 get 150% off Landscaping - FREE Estimates Hours M-F 9am-6pm • Sat. 9am-5pm 066747 f* Lockouts k Tire Service Dependable, damage-free towing! Accident Recovery b Long-Haul For everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad * Off-Road —945-0191 D—O nnBnBaINS J —E.F.F DOBBIN'S AUTO SERVICE, INC. 9 Canton of Three Walls, and the Incipient Canton of Templemead local SCA groups based in Ionia. The SCA is a nonprofit educational organization that strives to recreate the best of the Middle Ages. Members develop a role to play based on medieval society, from beggers to skilled craftspeople - whatever their interests might be. The SCA was first organ­ ized in 1967 and presently has groups throughout the northern hemisphere, includ­ ing 22 groups in Michigan. The event will be open to the public from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $6 for adults, $4 for children 12 and under. For more information, contact Historic Charlton Park at 269-945-3775 or visit the Web site at www.charltonpark.org For more information on the Society for Creative Anachronism, visit www.threewalls.org. The park is located at 2545 S. Charlton Park Road, just north of M-79 between Hastings and Nashville. Owner, JeffDobbin, ASE Master Technician 20 years experience Graphics (269) 945-9554 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, August 16,2008 — Page 8 Sunfield SPYs have fund-raising day The Sunfield SPYs held their major annual fundraiser last Saturday. The day start­ ed with a 5K race/walk. There was a IK race for par­ ticipants not up to 5K. There was also a 200-yard race for the little runners. The winners of the 5K race were Billy Quint, Cat Martinez, Roxanne Powelson, Tom Nelson and Casey Beglin. The top over­ all runners were Billy Quint and Angie Moorman. Both set new course records. Anneliese Hummel was the winner of the kids one-mile fun run. The best kid dashers were Riley Johnson, Molly O’Brien and Tyson McDiarmid. They were awarded medals for their efforts. The SPYs’ day had a car show with 60 entries. Bob “Busted Knuckle” Bumgardner, chairman ofthe summer celebration, present­ ed “Participant’s Choice” grand championship award to Ben Smith of Lansing. This is a rather prestigious award in that the only people who could vote on this award were the other car owners at the show, and they couldn’t vote for their own cars. This was the second time Smith’s car has won. Ken Ralston of Leslie accepted the “People’s Choice” award award from Bumgardner, as well as “The Best Get-Away Car” award from Diane Updyke, repre­ senting SPYs’ corporate sponsor, Union Bank. Ralston’s Hudson Terraplane was the top vote-getter from the people in attendance at the show. Ralph Merrill of Sunfield won the “Blues Brothers” car award from Elwood (Joel McDowell) and Jake (Denny Shoemaker) Blues. The crite­ ria for this award was based on which car the Blues Brothers would like to steal. Mark Woodman, repre- Charlotte Community Nursery Preschool, Inc. senting SPYs’ corporate sponsor, Mark Woodman Plumbing and Heating, pre­ sented the “Cool Truck” award to Tony Pline of Mulliken. A barbecue cook-off and dessert judging was included in the day’s events. There were two classes of chefs — professionals and backyard. The food categories were chicken, pulled pork, ribs and sauce. The meat was purchased at Sunfield IGA so each chef had the same high-quality meat to start with. “Overall Champion” tro­ phy went to Troy Conners of Ionia. He was in the pro divi­ sion and swept all categories for best ribs, chicken and sauce. Mike Lunden (center) of Grand Ledge accepts the “Intimidator” award from the “Best Ribs” in the back­ Blues Brothers, who are filling in for Matt Sayer of Sayer Automotive, sponsor of the yard division went to Brad award. (Photo provided) Moorman. The day ended with an outdoor showing of “American Graffiti” in the park. People brought lawn chairs, blankets or watched from their cars as the movie was projected on an inflated large screen braced against the backstop. The money raised will be used for the Sunfield SPYs’ programs and Eaton County Hospice. • A Cooperative Preschool with Teachers that are Professionals in Early Childhood Education and Share their Expertise with Parents and Children. • Licensed by the State ofMichigan. • Administered and Maintained by Parent Volunteers. • Young 5’s - four afternoons per week 12:30 -3:30, M-Th Over 53 years of teaching young children. The Kids Dashers are Riley Johnson, Molly O’Brien and Tyson McDiarmid with their medals. (Photo provided) United way For more information contact: Beth Hendrick at (517) 204-5393 § or Pre-School at <517) 543-3800 Anneliese Hummel is winner of the kids’ One Mile Fun Run. (Photo pro­ vided) “NOTICE TO ESTABLISH A MESSENGER SERVICE” In the matter of the establishment of a Messenger Service of Hastings City Bank. Hastings City Bank has made an application to the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) for a new branch in the form of a messenger service. This messenger service will be operated out of the main office at 150 W. Court Street in Hastings, Michigan to serve the communi­ ties surrounding our current branch network. Any person wishing to comment on this application may file his or her comments, in writ­ ing, with Ms. Sylvia Plunkett, Regional Director of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation at its Chicago Office at 500 West Monroe Street, Suite 3500, Chicago, IL, 60661-3697, not later than August 30,2008. The nonconfidential portions of the application are on file at the regional office and is available for inspection during regular business hours. Photocopies of the nonconfidential portions of the application file will be made avail­ able upon request. The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation is not required to consider any comments received more than 30 days after the date of publication of this Notice. The Public Section of the application will be available at the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation for public inspection during the regular business hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. This notice is published pursuant to Part 303.7 of the Rules and Regulations of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation. Hastings City Bank 150 W. Court St. Hastings, MI 49058 By: Joan-M. Heffelbower, Sr. Vice President & C.F.O. 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Can 667 N. Ionia Rd., Vermont­ ville, 1/2 mile north off M79. AQUATIC PLANTS: Our Lotus & Water Lilies are ready! Also Koi & Goldfish, pumps, filters & pond sup­ plies. Apol's Landscaping Company, 9340 Kalamazoo, Caledonia MI. (616)698-1030 M-F 9:00-5:30, Sat 9:00-2:00. 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. Richard Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available 726-0088 (517) 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE 8 Now accepting MasterCard & Visa I WILL BUY your scrap and unwanted vehicles, call 7 days a week, (269)838-5944. LEGAL NOTICE SYNOPSIS CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD August 6, 2008 Recited the Pledge. Called to order by Supervisor J. Cooley. All board members were pres­ ent. There were five people from the public in attendance. Approved the agenda as printed.. Minutes from the July meeting were approved as printed. Accepted the treasurer’s report as printed. Approved the bills in the amount of $43,404.42. There was no unfinished busi­ ness. Committee reports were given and placed on file. Approved purchasing a pro­ gram for the EMS plus two Tough books to be able to file run sheets electronically and to comply with a State unfunded mandate. Correspondence was viewed by the board and the public if they wished. Public comment was heard. Heard from Commissioner Callton on county business. Heard board comments. Adjournment. Lorna L. Wilson, Clerk Attested to by: Supervisor J. Cooley 066?624i Foster Care COULD YOURS, BE A FU­ TURE FOSTER FAMILY? Caring homes are needed for Barry County foster children of all ages. Classes to learn more begin with an orienta­ tion in Charlotte Wednesday evening, September 10th, and run for 4 Saturdays, 9am-4pm. For no-cost infor­ mation packet or to preregis­ ter for these no-cost, no-obli­ gation classes singles, cou­ ples, and families are wel­ come to email MuellerHayesJ@michigan.gov or tel­ ephone: (269)948-3216 Business Services CABINETRY - STARLITE KITCHENS serves all of your cabinetry needs. Jennifer Neeb works within your budget and offers free house calls and estimates. Show­ room located inside Thomp­ son Interiors in Lake Odessa. Call (616)889-1340 or visit StarliteKitchens.com / pro­ motion for an online cou­ pon! FRAMES AND CUSTOM matte cutting. By appoint­ ment only. Call Picture This Photography. (269)948-4669 TOP MONEY PAID for scrap metal, junk vehicles or unwanted vehicles. Mike, (269)838-3525. Jobs Wanted 2 DAYCARE OPENINGS AVAILABLE: Loving & learning environment Sched­ uled daily activities, meals & snack provided. CPR Certi­ fied, Maple Valley Schools. Call Stacy at (517)541-9403 Pennock HEALTH A WORD OF THANKS It has been a few months since I took a fall that broke both of my elbows. I am pleased to say I have recovered well from my fall and am out again enjoying time with my family and friends. I just wanted to take a few moments to say thanks to the many people who helped during my accident and helped with my recovery afterwards. First of all thank you to the First Responders and Ambulance personnel for their very quick response to our 911 call. You were all so caring and professional. The house was full of people eager to help. Tnank you to the caring hospital staff and home care professionals who encouraged me to push myself and get well soon. A big thank you to my church family for the wonderful meals, cards and visits and most impor­ tantly your prayers. You all nave been such an encouragement to me. And thank you to my husband of 61 years for helping take care of me during this challenge. It is wonderful to be part of such a caring community. Thanks so much. Sincerely, Ardath Wilcox Lost & Found Automotive $ TOP DOLLAR $ Paid for: Junk cars Trucks, Buses 269-420-2676 7 Days 1994 OLDSMOBILE CUT­ LASS Supreme 4 door. Needs complete rear brake job & intake manifold, $500. 667 N. Ionia Rd., Vermont­ ville or call 517-712-4727. FOR RENT: NASHVILLE 2 bedroom apartment, up­ stairs, $400/month + depos­ it. Call 517-852-9700. ALIVIA'S CLOSET - BACK TO SCHOOL SALE 4 FAM­ ILY SALE TWO DAYS ON­ LY FRIDAY & SATURDAY AUGUST 22 AND 23 8:00AM TO 4:00 PM Huge sale on gently used school clothes for boys, girls and Misses. All brand name clothes: Gap, Old Na­ vy, Tommy Hilfiger, Gymboree, Polo, Bobby Jack, Macy's, Children's Place, Kasper and many many more. Sizes range from 4T to size 12 youth, also beauti­ ful Women's business clothes size 12 and 14. Win­ ter coat, sweaters, Holiday dresses, business suits, jeans etc..... Toys, Toys and more toys Great ideas for the Holiday Season. Commer­ cial Grade Medulla breast pump, convertible baby crib. 10879 W. MT. HOPE HWY VERMONTVILLE, MI. 49096. (517)566-8989 Feel free to call for informa­ tion... Sorry no early pre­ views due to work schedule For Sale 1983 OLDSMOBILE CUT­ LASS SUPREME: 4 door, only 16,500mi. $4,000 667 N. Ionia Rd., Vermontville 1 / 2mi. North of M-79 Card ofThanks Garage Sale (269) 945-9554 FRAMES AND CUSTOM matte cutting. By appoint­ ment only. Call Picture This Photography. (269)948-4669 THIS IS NOT YOUR AVERAGE MOTORCY­ CLE!!! 2003 HARLEY V-ROD. NEW CUSTOM PAINT, RIMS, PIPES, BRAKES. LOWERED 1", LOTS OF CHROME. THIS IS AN EYE CATCHING BIKE! MUST SEE TO BE­ LIEVE NOT DESCRIBA­ BLE WITH WORDS!!!! $11,700. (616)893-6681 For Rent SERVICES Real Estate 3 BEDROOM HOME ON 5 ACRES. 3-1/2 car attached garage, 2-1/2 baths, large fenced in back yard. 15 years old, cathedral ceilings, large kitchen & dining room, large deck off main floor, oak stairway. Thomapple-Kellogg schools. $175,000. Call 517-507-9941 ALDEN/TORCH LAKE AREA: 5 beautifully wooded acres. Short drive to Torch Lake. Paved road, driveway, cleared site, electric. $34,900, $500 down, $400 month. 11% land contract, www.northemlandco.com. Northern Land Company, 1-800-968­ 3118. LAKE ODESSA LAKE­ FRONT: Reduced, gorgeous, kitchen, livingroom, 3BD, 2BA, large deck. Beautiful backyard, shade. 1520 Vir­ ginia Street, (517)204-2081. Executive Director, Pennock Foundation Due to growth, we seek an experienced, dynamic, and innovative leader to join Pennock’s Executive Healthcare team. The newly created position of Executive Director of Pennock Foundation directs all philanthropic efforts - Annual Giving, Capital Campaign, Deferred Giving, Foundation/Corporate solicitation, Communications/Special Events. Coordinates Pennock Foundation Board and reports to the CEO. Help Wanted 15 OPENINGS: no experi­ ence necessary, full time, start now. $400 weekly, vari­ ous positions. 616-245-7654. POSTAL JOBS $17.89$28.27/HR,now hiring. For application & free governmentjob info, call American Assoc, of Labor 1­ 913-599-8226. 24/hrs. em­ ployment services. 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: 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. 06663312 — NOTICE — The Vermontville Township Board will be accepting bids for the fol­ lowing repairs to be completed on the Opera House: Position requirements: *Bachelors Degree, Masters Degree preferred ♦Demonstrated outcomes in the areas of fund development and market share growth ♦Minimum of five years experience in not-for-profit sector, preferably healthcare. Fire escape repairs Partial roof sealing/repair Window glazing Window trim painting Handicapped accessible ramp Pennock offers excellent compensation and benefits including medical/dental, pension plan, generous paid time off, and a superior work environment. Send resume in confidence to: Pennock Health Services ATTN: Sue Kolanowski 1009 W. Green St. Hastings, MI 49058 Email: susank@pennockhealth.com EOE MOVING SALE: Friday and Saturday August 16, 9-6. 8434 N. Clinton Trail, Char­ lotte (comer of M-50 & Dow Rd., before westbound de­ tour). Figurines, large collec­ tion of snips, clothing, furni­ ture, workout gym with weights, knick-knacks, tools, Rigid table saw, router w/table, some H.V.A.C. tools, snow blower, large lawn cart, hot tub, L.P. gas fireplace w/mantel, tread­ mill. All items in good shape. Call 517-507-9941. For more detailed information, please contact Brian Moore, Vermontville Township Buildings & Grounds Committee Chairperson at 517-726-1278. § | Please send bids to: Vermontville Township, Buildings & Grounds Committee, P.O. Box 215, Vermontville, MI 49096. <=> 0* ALL BIDS MUST BE RECEIVED BY FRIDAY, AUGUST 29, 2008 I 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: Paul J Smith and Tammy Smith, Husband and Wife to Equifirst Corporation, Mortgagee, dated September 27, 2001 and record­ ed November 8, 2001 in Instrument # 1069495 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was subsequently assigned through mesne assign­ ments to: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Successor by merger to Wells Fargo Bank Minnesota, National Association, (formerly known as Norwest Bank Minnesota, N.A.)(the "Principal"), in its capacity as Trustee under that certain Pooling and Servicing Agreement relating to Structured Asset Securities Corporation Mortgage Pass Through Certificate 2002-HF1, dated as of May 1, 2002 (the "Agreement") by and among, Structured Asset Securities Corporation, (as Depositor), Aurora Loan Services, Inc. (as Master Servicer) and Household Finance Corporation (as Servicer) and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. (as Trustee), on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-One Thousand Two Hundred Dollars and Ninety­ Eight Cents ($141,200.98) including interest 13.5% 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, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on September 18, 2008. Said premises are situated in Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: 10 Acres in Square Form in Southwest corner of the Northwest one-quarter of the Southwest one-quarter of Section 29, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, Excepting therefrom, the follow­ ing described Parcel: Beginning at a point on the West line of Section 29, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, distance.300 feet North of the Southwest corner of the Southwest one-quarter of the Northwest , one-quarter of the Southwest one-quarter of said Section 29, thence North along said West Section line, 360 feet; thence East parallel with the South line of said Southwest onequarter of the Northwest onequarter of the Southwest onequarter, 385 feet; thence South 300 feet; thence West 125 feet; thence South 60 feet; thence West 260 feet to the Place of Beginning. Carlton Township, Barry County, Michigan Commonly known as 3260 N Broadway, Hastings Ml 49058 The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption peri­ od shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expira­ tion of the notice required by MCL 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later. Dated: AUGUST 13, 2008 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. succes­ sor by merger to Wells Fargo Bank Minnesota, National Association, (formerly known as Norwest Bank Minnesota, N.A.)(the "Principal"), in its capacity as Trustee under that certain Pooling and Servicing Agreement relating to Structured Asset Securities Corporation Mortgage Pass Through Certificate 2002-HF1, dated as of May 1, 2002 (the "Agreement") by and among, Structured Asset Securities Corporation/ (as Depositor), Aurora Loan Services, Inc. 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Maybe the increase in anti-depressant drug pre­ scriptions are related to this over-saturation of conven­ ience in our world today. by Amy Jo am When I was younger, we used to take drives around > Parish the neighborhood, some­ times we would stop and visit with a neighbor or fam­ ily member. Sometimes we would just drive without stopping. At the time, those drives were complete torture. Now, however, I realize that On the radio this past but this is a whole different they have helped me appreci­ week was a report that nearly situation. Don’t we as driv­ ate the quieter moments of 50 percent of 18 - to 24-year- ers have enough distractions life. 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Hansbarger ^XKMb* ■kn tajM I •**I fcHMtfeft1! ifc» jjJfflfjWM* an® Jjiy Ml ** ■ata ■n> Heating & Air Conditioning Ruby Ball is tops among seniors by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor Ruby Ball, of Nashville, has been selected Barry County's 2008 Senior Citizen of the Year because she has set a “wonderful example of volunteerism and compassion for the young people in her community .” The award was presented Thursday by the County­ Commission on Aging and Hastings City Bank during the COA's annual picnic in Hastings. Ruby was selected from seven nominations by the public. She was nominated by her pastor, the Rev. CathyChristman, of Nashville United Methodist Church. Ruby’s nomination was sup­ ders on the beam and mat, the commentators seemed hung up on the idea that there wasn’t a gold, hanging around the young athletes' necks. Huh? A silver medal in the Olympics isn isn’’tt good enough? Placing second in the world doesn't cut it? 1 am sure the girls felt bad enough that they had let their team­ mates down without being harped on about not earning the gold. Michael Phelps and his plethora of gold medals is an amazing achievement, but I fear that we as a society are expecting his records to become the norm and any­ thing less is viewed as not good enough. Never fear, follow citi­ zens. To offset this imbal­ ance I promise to never, ever, ever win an Olympic medal of any kind. In fact, 1 can unequivocally say that I will not even compete in any kind of Olympic contest. I know. I know, this is quite a sacrifice, but 1 am more than willing to do my part to turn this tide of unrealistic expec­ tations. Unless the coach of the badminton team calls. Then 1 might have to don the Spandex and slam that birdie over the net for Team USA. ported by many of the adults and youth in the congrega­ tion. said Nancy Goodin, of Hastings City Bank, who spoke about Ruby during the award ceremony. For example in his letter of support. Seth. 12. said. “1 think Ruby Ball should be senior citizen of the year because she helps out in the community. She volunteers all around.” “Ruby has worshipped at Nashville United Methodist Church for many years and has held nearly every office in the church, at least once." Goodin said. “She acts as the church custodian, helps at Vacation Bible School, assists with the Thomapple Manor ministry, organizes potlucks and helps with every church fundraiser. She shares her craft talent with the church by crocheting doilies for the tables.” Ruby belongs to the local Square Dance Club and the Birthday Club and even has time to make quilts to send overseas. Amazingly, “at age 86, Ruby assists shut-ins in the community, playing games with them, cleaning their homes and spending the night with them when they don’t want to be alone,” Goodin said. As “Senior Citizen of the Year” Ruby is invited to ride as an honored guest in the annual Hastings Summerfest parade Saturday. Aug. 23. SAVE GAS! MECHANIC ON DUH FOR ALL YOUR LIGHT OR HEAVY MECHANICAL NEEDS FROM TUNE-UPS to MAJOR MECHANICAL! FREE SYSTEMS SCAN’ ’For mou appllutloas COOPER DOfl'T M66 Tire 7775 Saddlebag ddlebag Lake Rd. (M-66) (M-66 - Lake Odessa 616-374-1200 feteW®*® >ok W1* IJiMrtstofcM** W* $118 iMrfriw*!* !* auw*1®*?- Vermontville. Ml INSURED COLE HAIMSBARGER Owner POOL CARE PRODUCTS Featuring Ruud Gas Furnaces and Air Conditioners. 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We’re talking about a 5 per­ cent increase and the state gives us a 1 1/2 percent increase? I’m not happy with this at all.” School boards in the state of Michigan are required to adopt their budgets in June of each year, even though state funding some years is not finalized until several budget equation. Maple Valley received the largest increase possible. Though it is an increase, Maple Valley Superintendent Kim Kramer said it would do little to alle­ viate the district’s budget issues. “It’s nowhere near what we were hoping for,” said Kramer. “The cost of infla­ tion is up well over their increase. There’s a 5 percent MORE TOWERS RETTER POWER Barry County Residents enjoy better signal and the best in High Speed Internet with our newly upgraded towers. 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I’m not happy with this at all.” Kim Kramer Superintendent “We have had to cut $2.5 million in the last four years and I can’t cut anymore. And yet this token increase from the state is not keeping up with costs,” said Kramer. “The only thing left is we, as a board, have to cut pro­ grams and look at layoffs. This spiral downward will have devastating affects on programs.” Districts also are under the financial burden to imple­ ment State-mandated pro­ grams without any additional funding from the State. The new graduation requirements are just one of those programs impacting districts. Under the new requirements, all students must take a foreign language class algebra II, and chem­ istry, among others. Due to this, many districts have had to move around staff and even hire new teachers. Others, like Maple Valley, have found in necessary to restructure class schedules to accommodate the new requirements while still pro­ viding room for elective classes. The impact of the budget crunch will be seen in the number of programs offered in the district and also in the overall educational experi­ ence for the students. “This is just such a diffi­ cult time. This is not any fun — having to make decisions that cut programs and lay off staff,” emphasized Kramer. “It’s not fun and it’s not good for kids.” Orientations, start of classes announced for Maple Valley ** Fee based on purchase of Alltel PPC6800 Smart Phone With 2 year activation months later. Maple Valley’s Business Manager Darryl Sydloski said the timeline for develop­ ing the budget creates an unsure situation each year. “Our budget has to be passed before July 1st,” said Sydloski. “That’s before we know the state funding and before our student counts come in, so we’re basically guessing.” Though the governor has signed the budget, Sydloski said that number could change during the coming school year. “I’m hoping it will stay at that level,” said Sydloski. “In the past, there have been pro­ rations by the State that have removed some of the fund­ ing.” This year, the Maple Valley board adopted a budget projecting a decrease in funding. More than half a million dollars in cuts were factored into the budget. To help reach a balanced budget, the district will not be replacing two teachers who retired this year, along with one central office staff WIRED UP LLC 614 West State Street - In the Kmart Plaza in Hastings (269) 945-4800 * Toll Free 877-GO-WIRED New Hours: Monday-Friday 9 am-8 pm; Saturday 9 am-7 pm; Sunday 11 am-4 pm ♦For terms and conditions, see www.alltel.com/terms.html 06676303 ing. The matter will be addressed as soon as possi­ ble. • Kramer asked to set a labor and finance committee meeting along with a physi­ cal facilities committee meeting. Wednesday, Aug. 20, at 6 p.m. the labor and finance committee will meet, followed by physical facili­ ties at 7:30 p.m. • Kramer asked the board to review a packet of infor­ mation for discussion at the goal-setting meeting, sched­ uled for Monday, Sept. 15, at 6 p.m. • A special meeting was set for Monday, Aug. 18, at 7 p.m. in the board room for a hearing to reinstate a student expelled for disciplinary rea­ sons. • A motion was made by Wayne Curtis and supported by Andrea Montgomery to accept the bids of PerfectionBakeries/Aunt Millie’s to supply bread products and Prairie Farms Dairy to supply milk and juice products for the food service program for the 2008-09 school year as rec­ ommended. The motion car­ ried 6-0. • A moon vault was held Friday, Aug. 8, during the evening hours. A total of 101 pole vault competitors were present. The youngest age of 13 years and the oldest age of 74 years participated. The event was led and coordinat­ ed by school board president and pole vault coach Jerry Sessions. .The board will hold its next regular meeting Monday, Sept. 8 at 7 p.m. in the administration building. Aids for quitting tobacco to be discussed Many companies in the Hastings area have announced they are adopting a tobacco-free policy on Jan. 1, 2009. The Barry County Healthcare Coalition has decided to help employees who smoke by offering sev­ eral programs designed to make the transition easier. First is a series of commu­ nity presentations on com­ mon topics that concern smokers when faced with a new tobacco policy at work. These presentations are open to the public. On Tuesday, Aug. 19, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Pennock Hospital, a pharmacist will answer technical questions on how newer medications and nicotine-replacement therapies aid smoking cessa­ tion. He will discuss how these medications work. Another panel of former smokers who have used these therapies will be avail­ able to field specific ques­ tions. The final two talks will take place in November and will deal with weight gain and supporting those who are not ready to quit yet. The coalition also has agreed to help smokers by providing free smoking-ces­ sation classes for their employees who choose to quit. Classes will begin Wednesday, Sept. 10, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Pennock Health. In this eight-week class, par­ ticipants will learn how to develop a personalized quit plan that allows them to tran­ sition into non-smokers. Session topics include using medications or nicotine- replacement therapies, addressing stress, developing new coping skills, deding with cravings and urges, addressing weight gain and planning for long-term suc­ cess. Lastly, the coalition has worked with Pennock Health to establish a Tobacco-Free Call Center. The call center is monitored by a nationally certified tobacco-addiction specialist. Callers leave a message with their questions or concerns and calls are returned seven days a week. The number is 296-948­ 5888. Any questions on the coalition’s programs or smoking cessation may be directed to the Tobacco-Free Call Center. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/822/MapleValleyNews_2008-08-23.pdf 17d1383f5f2b3057037910b9004f898e PDF Text Text IWAPLE VAI & Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 136-No. 34, August 23, 2008 Belated balloon ride lifts Barton’s spirits by Helen Mudry Staff Writer Lois Barton of Lake Odessa had to wait three years to cash in on her 60th birthday present, but she said it was worth the wait. For her 60th birthday in 2005, Barton’s family gave her a certificate for a hot air balloon ride. But deciding on an actual flight day was a complex issue. She had to wait for the ride to fit into her schedule, the schedule of Ralph Payne, the hot air balloon pilot, and the capricious Michigan weather. The ride was postponed for two years and finally The birthday balloon is launched on the hill behind East Elementary. (Photo by Naomi Pauley) came to fruition Aug. 2. At 6:30 a.m., the flight crew assembled at the field behind East Elementary, the balloon was inflated, and the birthday party took off, heading south. Casting their fate to the wind, the balloon and pas­ sengers rode the currents at an elevation of about 700 feet. They traveled over Woodland and finally settled down in a hay field near Coats Grove Road. The chase van found them, the balloon was packed back in its canvas bag and Barton was back home by 8:15. Barton could take one guest with her. She choose Hutch Joppie, her 16 yearold great nephew from Vermontville. The pictures ofthe balloon were taken by Naomi Pauley of Lake Odessa. She lives across the street from East Elementary and saw the bal­ loon being inflated and watched it take off. Since it was the same day as the vil­ lage’s Summer Splash events, she figured it was part ofthe show, not a birth­ day gift from three years ago. Youth exchange program leads to trip abroad for Vermontville man by Amy Jo Parish When Bill Mason of Vermontville recently spent three weeks in Istanbul, Turkey, the trip was more than a vacation. Mason attended the wedding of a foreign exchange student he and wife, Sharon, hosted in 1997 through the Lions Club. For 15 years, Mason served as the state chairman for the Lions Club Youth Exchange Program, and dur­ ing that time helped more than 40 students find sponsor homes in the area. Burcak Karahasanoglu is one of the students who stayed with the Masons through the program, and the two kept in touch over the years. The duo e-mail or call each other a couple of times a month, and when Mason wrote that he would be able to make arrangements to attend her wedding, Burcak was ecstatic. “She kept asking if I had gotten my airline tickets yet. When I e-mailed her with three letters, y-e-s, her co­ workers said she jumped out of her chair and said ‘He’s The balloon crew, Hutch Joppie (center) and his great Aunt Lois Barton on his left finish the balloon ride. (Photo provided) Skate park group hosting Village Olympics Sept. 20 On Saturday, Sept. 20, the Nashville skate park will host the first-ever "Village Olympics" in Riverside Park. The Village Olympics are much like a corporate Olympics. An all-day event ofgames, competition and affordable family entertainment, the Village Olympics will fea­ ture 3-on-3 basketball, water ball hosted by the Nashville Fire Department, tricycle baseball, volleyball, cow­ pie-eating contest (not real ones), horseshoes, tug-ofwar and fastest pitch, activi­ ties for children and more. There will be a petting zoo. And for those looking for something a little less chal­ lenging and more spectatororiented, cow pie bingo (yes, the real ones). The committee is still put­ ting on the finishing touches, and will soon have together packages for approaching local businesses, but would like to get the word out as soon as possible to area busi­ ness owners that anyone interested in sponsoring a team to start making player selections now. The teams may be made up of anyone 13 or older, three people per team (with a fourth as an alternate should anyone not be able to make it). There is a cost of $100 to sponsor a team but it is tax deductible and will go toward bettering the community. The skate park committee is hopeful that this will be the push that will put them over the first hurdle and allow for excavation of the site and pouring of a new, reinforced concrete slab at Riverside Park. Currently, the commit­ tee has raised just over $2,000 with the possibility of a couple of grants from the See OLYMPICS, page 5 In This Issue Bill Mason of Vermontville stands outside the Blue Mosque in downtown Istanbul. Mason recently returned from three-week trip to attend the wedding of a foreign exchange student his family hosted in 1997. coming, he’s coming!”’ said Mason. “When I met some of her co-workers at the recep­ tion, they said, ‘So, this is the famous Bill Mason.’ They already knew who I was.” Though he spent his days with Burcak’s father who spoke little English, Mason said the family’s hospitality and kindness made the stay very enjoyable. “I had a fabulous, wonder­ ful, great time,” said Mason. “They took good care of me — actually they spoiled me they treated me so well.” With thousands ofyears of history evident in the variety of monuments, shrines and artifacts in the city, Mason said he was treated to a histo- See TRIP, page 2 • Sunfield celebrates Farmers Picnic • Nashville Life Academy taking enrollment • Sunfield church hosting ‘Wired’ series in Sept. • Open spots available in Early 4s program • Fall Sports Previews �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, August 23,2008 — Page 2 TRIP, continued from page 1 ry lesson each time he ven­ tured into the city. Visiting the Blue Mosque, a massive worship temple, was one of the highlights of the trip. And seeing some of the nation’s treasures up close was near awe-inspir­ ing, he said. Returning home, Mason brought a new knowledge of the city’s history. “Istanbul was built on seven hills, ” explained Mason. “It went through three major empires: ‘the Roman, the Christian and the Ottoman Empire, which is more Muslim.” Technology is influencing even the oldest of traditions in the city. Sound systems located in the towers of the mosque amplify the prayer ritual that is repeated five times a day, seven days a week. With a population of 17 million, Istanbul is located in two continents. Most of the city is in Europe but part ofit crosses into Asia. With so many people, Mason said he was thankful he did not have to take to the steering wheel and navigate the streets. With a successful trip behind him and friendships that are sure to last many more years, Mason proudly stands behind the Lions Club Exchange program. Hosting an exchange student not only educates the student but the host families as well, he noted. “You gain knowledge and you learn about the rest of the world,” said Mason of the benefits gained from the program. “I think (my daughters) Tammy and Becky learned about the rest of the world. We learned a lot from the kids arid hope they learned from us, too.”' With so many sites to experience, Mason spent his entire trip in Istanbul. If he returns to Turkey, he said he hopes to spend time explor­ ing the country outside ofthe city traffic. “Sure, I would go back to Turkey,” said Mason. “I would like to. see more ofthe country, but it was just a great trip. I had a fantastic time.” Free trials of yoga and Pilates available at HGB Wellness Center Mind-body exercise class­ es are becoming more and more popular because of the health and relaxation bene­ fits that come with them. Yoga and Pilates are the two major forms of mind-body exercise. According to fit­ ness experts at the Hayes Green Beach Wellness Center in Charlotte, many people have interest in them but are still unsure exactly what they are and what they do. That’s why the wellness center offers both types of classes, said Dawn Rodman, director of the HGB center. Arid free trial sessions are coming up soon for those who just want to experiment, she added. Yoga is referred to as the “union ofthe body, mind and spirit.” Yoga teaches ways to open the body and mind in order to improve health and reduce stress. There are many forms of yoga, one of which is Iyengar. Iyengar yoga emphasizes the development of strength, stamina, flexibility and bal­ ance, as well as concentra­ tion and meditation. Iyengar yoga is considered a power­ ful tool to relieve the stresses of modem life, which in turn can help promote total phys­ ical and spiritual well-being. It incorporates standing poses in order to build strong legs, increase general vitali­ ty, and improve circulation, coordination and balance. (■Diana's (-P$ace Pilates is based on the original works of the late Joseph H. Pilates. It teaches the importance of core stabi­ lization, muscle balance, proper alignment, strength and flexibility while integrat­ ing the concept of mindful­ ness, fluidity and efficiency. All movement emanates from the core. The discipline does not use high repetitions, which could lead to strain, rather fewer repetitions with intense focus placed on breathing blended with form and precision. It is this focus on form, precision and con­ centration that leads to effi­ ciency, and efficiency leads to results; said Rodman. Kathy Stover, RYT teach­ es beginning yoga in the CALL The Place to Go for Professional Styling 269-945-9554 MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS any time for Open Tuesday - Friday S.E. Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. Action-ads! 1-517-852-9481 Iyengar tradition on Tuesday nights from 5:15 to 6:45 p.m. Cheryl Jackson teaches Pilates on Thursday morn­ ings from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. A free trial session for begin­ ning yoga will be on Tuesday, Aug. 26, and the Pilates session will be Thursday, Aug. 28. Contact the Wellness Center at 517­ 543-9575 to reserve a spot. For more information about HGB and its services, visit www.hgbhealth.com. Supervisory leadership opportunity dates set for fall 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. 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 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 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG Wed. 5:30 p.m................... Family Supper 6:00-7:15............................. Pioneer Club Sun: 9:00................... ; .Sunday School 10: 00 Church Service 11: 00 Fellowship 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 PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org StaffWriter Registration is open for a special leadership superviso­ ry course which will be held at Hastings City Bank over several months as part ofpart of the Leadership Development series. Each class is a four-hour session that will run from 8 a.m. to noon on Wednesdays begin­ ning Sept. 10. A Supervisory Leadership KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Services 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages .. .10:30 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School ...................... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M.Worship .......... 11a.m. Evening Worship ... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting............... 7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School.............................. 9:45 Morning Worship......... ...... 11 a.m. Evening Worship......... .................. 6 Wednesday Family Night Service .......... 6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte .one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. PASTOR KATHY SMITH . 517-726-0526 Combined Sunday morning worship with Vermontville UMC as follows: July 13 and 27, Aug. 10 and 24 at Vermontville July 6 and 20, Aug. 3,17 and 31 at Gresham Worship time: 9:30 a.m. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship................... 8:30 a.m Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Qpen Minds-Open Doors (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 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST .. CHURCH . Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service................. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School ................. 11:15 a.m. PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 See LEADER, next page 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 Sunday Mass ..................9:45 a.m. FATHER AL RUSSELL A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings 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 behavior or others in the work environment. This ses­ sion includes techniques to convert destructive supervi­ sory relationships into trans­ formative partnerships that achieve success, diagnose and correct situational arid chronic supervisory prob­ lems, and help leaders choose to do the right thing 203 N. State, Nashville 8593 Cloverdale Road PASTOR MATT ROHDE CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH Certificate will be issued by Kellogg Community College upon completion of series. Cost is $750 for non-alumni and $700 for Leadership Barry County Alumni. The deadline for registering is Sept. 5. Session 1: “50 Dos for Everyday Leadership” Wednesday, Sept. 10. The “50 Dos” will help partici­ pants transform supervisory behavior and therefore the by Patricia Johns LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT GRACE WORLD OUTREACH CENTER Burcak Karahasanoglu of Istanbul and Bill Mason first met in 1997 through the Lions Club Youth Exchange Program and have since built a lasting friendship. 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 VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School ................9:45 a.m. Worship Service ..................... 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service ....... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service . . .6:30 p.m. AWANA................. 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Combined Sunday morning worship with Gresham UMC as follows: July 13 and 27, Aug. 10 and 24 at Vermontville July 6 and 20, Aug. 3,17 and 31 at Gresham Worship time: 9:30 a.m. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, August 23,2008 — Page 3 Sunfield celebrates Farmers Picnic The prince and princess candidates ride in their own wagon float. by Helen Mudry Staff Writer Main Street was full of Sunfield Farmers Picnic activities last Saturday. Many people started their day with Sebewa Church of God’s pancake breakfast in the community rooms. The Morris Farm provided the maple syrup. Chris Smith, Emery Fox and Logan Polk were the cooks. Pastor Jerry Polk said about 120 break- fasts were served. The church is raising funds to send about 20 teens to Acquire the Fire to be held in Grand Rapids in April 2009. The Sunfield Library held its annual book sale. There were hundreds of books and old magazines to choose from. Librarian Ward MacCready said proceeds from the sale help sponsor the summer reading pro­ gram. The parade stepped off at noon with firetruck leading the procession. The Eaton County Sheriff’s mounted division carried the Colors as they rode along. The Sunfield members of the GAR, drCssed in Civil War garb, also carried the Colors. They received appreciative applause as they marched by. Grand Marshal Ivan Suntken waved to friends from his seat of honor. The Lakewood High School band kept the beat for the marchers. The cheer team members showed their school spirit as they marched and stopped to make a pyra­ mid. The Sunfield library sum­ mer reading program kids boarded their Radio Flyer wagon to roll along the parade route. Red Hat ladies and gents waved from their wagon. Scores of vintage tractors and cars were tuned up and polished for the parade. Area fire trucks signaled the end of the parade with blasts from their sirens. The festivities reassem­ bled at the park with activi­ ties throughout the after­ noon. Nashville Life Academy taking enrollment Life Academy will open its doors Tuesday, Sept. 2. The academy uses the Accelerated Christian Education ACE curriculum, an individualized and mas­ tery-based system that allows the students to go at their own pace of learning concepts before proceeding to others. HASTINGS 4 Students complete a diag­ nostic test before placement and are placed at their per­ formance level rather than strictly at their chronological grade level. This gives stu­ dents the opportunity to fill in any learning gaps and ensure their success. The ACE program also teaches students to set and accom­ plish goals, build strong study habits and ultimately take responsibility for their own learning. This program incorporates Scripture, char­ acter building and other prin­ ciples. Life Academy will be meeting in the Nashville Assembly of God church building Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The academy is a sub­ division of Nashville Assembly of God, the church is not directly running it. The teachers will be Laura Branham, Audrey Potter and Karen Branham, along with a few classroom helpers. Life Academy is still accepting applications for the 2008-09 school year. For more information, call 517­ 852-9819, e-mail nashvilleag@att.net, or mail Life Academy, 735 Reed St., Nashville, MI 49073. The GAR members dress in Civil War garb for the parade. 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This session’s focus will be on ensuring that people have a personal and organi­ zational motivation to per­ form and ensure consistent performance at expected standards. It will include suggestions to implement strong delega­ tion and accountability so that workers and supervisors establish a shared vision of success that will achieve results. Session 3: Mutual Understanding Wednesday, The Salon Has a new name and a Hair • Nails • Tanning Cdft Us Be Eni/ied STYLIST -TT/U KNOLL i JANNA MUMA NAIL TTCN ■ SANAA IMAN 207 N. Main Street • Nashville .se a 517-852-0313 NOWHIRING Hours: Tues. 9-4:30 • Wed. 9-7 • Thurs. 9:30-2 • Fri. 9-4 • Sat. 9-2 For your convenience, please use back entrance. Oct. 8, will let participants create an atmosphere where people communicate with clarity and actively seek to understand others’ perspec­ tives. The goal is to keep all parties “on the same page.” Session 4: Stockholder Mapping and Smart Goals on Wednesday, Oct. 22, will help participants understand the stakeholder’s needs and their connectedness to the needs of the business or organization. This allows all to create a mutually under­ stood picture of success. Session 5: The Art of Commitment on Wednesday, November 5 helps partici­ pants learn techniques so that people remain committed to decisions and work through challenges that may occur. This session shows how to encourage active participa­ tion and enthusiasm by oth­ ers. The final session, on meet­ ings, will be Wednesday, Nov. 19. “Meeting 1, 2, 3” will show participants how to conduct meetings that are focused and of high value. The goal is to achieve mutual understanding, Syner­ gy and commitment with short-term results and long­ term success. “We still have room for a few other people in this course. We think it is an exciting next step in the lead­ ership process,” said Leadership Barry County Director Jennifer Richards. For more information and a registration form, contact Richards at 269-945-0526. 113 N. Main Nashville 517-852-9700 FRIDAY SPECIALS All You Can Eat Fish (Cod or Perch) All You Can Eat Shrimp SATURDAY SPECIALS BBQ Pork Ribs Fried Chicken SUNDAY SPECIALS Swiss Steak Baked Chicken & Dressing Ham Steak & Yams Nashville's Friendly Family CHECK OUT OUR EARLY BIRD Restaurant with Family Prices! BREAKFAST SPECIALS & DAILY SPECIALS RION.-FRI. 06676661 06676682 Last hanc 2002-2009 Call or register online www.stepntimedancestudio.com Classes Available • Pre-School (ages 3 to 5 years) • Creative Movement • Dance Kids • Tiny Tap • Ballet • Tap • Jazz • Hip Hop • Lyrical • Musical Theater • and more 207 N. Main St- Nashville email: stepntime@hotmail.com Kimberly Rodriquez, Owner & Director �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, August 23,2008 — Page 4 Guidelines set for free, reduced meals for children The Michigan Depart­ ment of Education has announced the household income guidelines estab­ lished by the U.S. Department of Agriculture for free and reduced-price meals and free milk through the National School Lunch, School Breakfast, Special Milk, and Child and Adult Care Food Programs. The income guidelines are effec­ tive from July 1, 2008 through June 30, 2009. Contact a school, school district, child care center, or family child care home, to find out whether it partici­ pates in the programs. Schools and child care centers will provide a form for applying for free or reduced-price meals. Only one application is required per household. Most partici­ pating centers and all partici­ pating family child care homes provide meals to all enrolled participants without any separate charge. Children who are Michigan Family Indepen­ dence Program recipients, food stamp households, or enrolled in Head Start, Even Start, an at-risk afterschool center, or an emergency shelter, automatically qualify for free meals. Households with incomes less than or equal to the following guide­ lines qualify for free or reduced-price meals for free milk. An application to a school or child care center can be approved if it contains com­ plete documentation of household income, or docu­ mentation of current partici­ pation in the Michigan Family Independence Pro­ gram, or food stamps. Foster children usually qualify for free meals or free milk without regard to the foster parents’ income. Information supplied on an application for free or reduced-price meals may be verified at any time. An appeal procedure is available for households where appli­ cations are denied. Participating schools and centers accept applications for free or reduced-price meals at any time during the year. A household may qual­ ify for free or reduced-price meals due to a temporary loss of income, such as a period of unemployment. If a doctor has determined that a child has a disability, and the disability would pre­ vent the child from eating the regular school or child care meal, the school or child care will make any substitu­ tion prescribed by a doctor at no extra charge. The doctor’s statement, including pre­ scribed diet or substitution, must be submitted to the food service department of the school or child care facil­ ity- Back-to-school safety tips help children , parents and drivers With the start of each new school year, students are once again rushing to be on time, parents are getting them on their way, and driv­ ers are going about their business. Experts say that all of them could heed some advice on safety. “This is a critical time of the year,” noted Ray Palermo, director of public information for Teachers’ Insurance Plan. “Drivers need to reacclimate them­ selves to having children on and near the road, particular­ ly at rush hour. And, both children and their parents need to get back into their good traffic safety habits.” Palermo offered several tips from the Safety Information Center. Tips for walking or biking to school • Walk with a friend. • Pay attention to all traf- fic signals and crossing guards. Never cross the street against a stoplight. • Cross only at crosswalks, and never run into the street from between parked cars. • Look left, right, and back over your shoulder for traffic before crossing a street, and continue to check each direc­ tion. • Make sure drivers see you by making eye contact with them. • If riding a bicycle, scoot­ er or skateboard to school, always wear a helmet and ride in the same direction as traffic. Walk the bike if crossing a street. Tips for school bus riders • Do not play in the street while waiting for a bus. • Line up facing the bus, not alongside it. • After getting off the bus, move out of traffic. • Wait for the bus driver to End of summer crackdown targets drunk drivers The statewide “Over the Limit. Under Arrest” drunk driving crackdown underway is an important reminder that Michigan’s tough drunk driv­ ing laws are strictly enforced. This effort, involving law enforcement agencies in 55 counties, means additional federally funded drunk driv­ ing patrons will be out now through Labor Day weekend. While most motorists make safe and responsible driving decisions, nearly 50,000 were arrested for drunk driving last year. In 2006, 1.4 million people nationwide were arrested for impaired driving. Crashes involving alcohol are eight times more likely to be fatal than those not involving an impaired driver. An impaired driving arrest is one-time only event for most drivers. Those convict­ ed of drunk driving face penalties including fines up to $500, up to 93 days in jail, up to 360 hours of communi­ ty service, six points on their driver’s license, driver responsibility fees of $2,000 higher insurance rates and an automatic six-month license suspension. For others, it takes a more Mauv Street SaZotv : tannings L NAUS J 226 N. Main • Nashville 517-852-1757 Hair Care for the Whole Family Get Ready For Back-To-School Cheryl Pierce, owner/stylist Angie Joppie, stylist • Michelle Snowden, nail tech | | intense recovery and rehabil­ itation program, and that’s where Michigan’s DUI courts come in. DUI courts brings together law enforce­ ment, prosecutors, judges, treatment providers and most importantly offenders to pre­ vent convicted drunk drivers from making the same mis­ takes again. DUI courts have dramatically reduced recidi­ vism rates for repeat drunk drivers. “We recognize that enforcement alone will not solve our drunk driving epi­ demic,” Office of Highway Safety Planning (OHSP) Director Michael L. Prince said. “OHSP funds are sup­ porting DUI courts, and we encourage their spread throughout our state.” DUI courts takes a rigor­ ous approach to rehabilita­ tion offenders and use a com­ prehensive, sustained pro­ gram including therapeutic interventions, treatment and other services to reduce the chance of relapse, re-arrest and incarceration as well as increase a participant’s peri­ ods of abstinence. The programs last from 12 to 18 months depending on the individual and their needs. Since the inception of DUI courts in Michigan, thousands of offenders have been through the programs. Offenders who complete the DUI court programs are six times less likely to be re­ arrested in the first year than those offenders who go through the traditional jail and probation system after a drunk driving arrest. OHSP provides federal funds to establish DUI courts and support their operation. Allegan, Barry, Calhoun, Eaton, Ionia, Kalamazoo, Kent counties are among the 55 counties utilizing federal traffic safety funding for overtime patrols. signal to cross the street. Walk away from the front of the bus so the driver can see you. Tips for parents and drivers • Everyone should wear a seat belt, and children should be in age- and size-appropri­ ate car seats. • Stay focused on driving and don’t be distracted by kids in the car or with other activities. • Slow down in school zones. Driving just five miles per hour over the speed limit increases both the risk of hitting a child and the severity of any injuries. • Children crossing the street may not be paying attention, so remain stopped until the children have crossed all lanes of traffic. • Never pass a vehicle that has stopped at a crosswalk, since they may be waiting for someone to cross. • Do not pass a school bus when its red lights are flash­ ing, even if it is on the other side of the street. • Use extra care in areas where children may enter the road from between parked vehicles or other obstacles that block drivers’ view of the road. And watch out for bicycles. For more information on driver and passenger safety, go to www.teachers.com/ safety. Collision injures 10, one airlifted On Saturday, Aug. 16, just after 1 p.m., Eaton County deputies responded to a per­ sonal injury accident at the comer of Mount Hope Highway and Ionia Road. Upon arrival, deputies dis­ covered two vehicles involved, a Chevrolet SUV and a Chrysler Town and Country van. Six passengers in one vehicle and four pas­ sengers in the other were all seriously injured. At least one occupant was trapped in the vehicle, and another had to be airlifted to a local hos­ pital. All occupants were trans­ ported to local hospitals for treatment of various injuries. Agencies involved includ­ ed Eaton County Sheriff’s Department, Barry County Sheriff’s Department, Charlotte EMS, Nashville EMS, Vermontville EMS and Fire Department, and the Sunfield EMS and Fire Department. No further information has been released, and an investi­ gation is ongoing by the Eaton County Sheriff’s Office. Garden C&fff 'Jail it tie, %>e4t lune to ‘Piaui! 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If you live in Eaton, Barry, Calhoun, Ionia or Ingham County Intermediate School Districts you are welcome to join our schools. For application forms and enrollment information call Deb Baker or Chris Parkinson at 517-852-9794. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday. August 23, 2008 — Page 5 Sunfield Farmers Picnic weekend has tent service SSS .S, SA Sa S Sunfield’s faithful gath­ ered under the park tent Sunday for a combined wor­ ship service of the Sunfield United Methodist (SUM) and Sunfield United Brethren (SUB) churches. Rev. Jeff Schrock from SUM and Mark Ralph from SUB led the service. Bob Harms began the service, welcoming visitors and the two congregations. Brandon Davis sang, “Does He still feel the nails every time I fail?” Sandy Rebec sang a patriotic medley with “God of our Fathers”, “The Battle Hymn of the Republic” and “God Bless America.” Laura Smith played the keyboard. Roy Atherton from SUB read the Gospel from Mark 4:37 about Jesus calming the storm by saying, “Peace. Be still...” Ralph preached on this theme. He said there will always be storms in each life. In a split second, lives can change through an accident, illness, job loss, fire, etc. He said not to give up. “We should keep focussed by looking on Jesus. Don’t let the enemy change our focus and get us off course,” he said, urging guests to have faith in Jesus, no matter how bad things look. “He is the God of hope, not the God of mope,” said Ralph. “The storm will not last forever and the sun will come out And remember Jesus remains. He hasn’t left and wants to shares our joys and sorrows." Suzie Ralph, Mark Ralph’s new daughter-in- law, read the story about footprints in the sand. In the story, Christ carries the nar­ rator in times of trouble, leaving just one set of foot­ prints. The service ended with the message, “In the end, it’s not what you know, but who you know - Jesus.” ENDENT’S CORNER J«ts . «! . Sii SS SS’ "* *, ** * , fettles. ees. . P10 'Wf • ftsfey. lC»J [WhlMlI^' Dip<*fe femiriiili. Hope toil isfc fttt tSUV ed ta Cnij fc' Dipmtati Ms ftp Clul® BIS. Jk j EMS,ta»H n ad ulFiftlkpEK: a® Sunfield BIS ii h ups- DtpiM mill jiofmrt*ilea tairtdiw ptfii jiwhM!^ ulul Eikb Cowl) S® alto- Ofc by Valerie Hynes McCaul grades?" Well, we are glad you asked. There is a com­ Welcome back puter access tool for parents The summer flew by, and called Skyward Family we are getting ready for the Access. Call the school to get start of a great school year. a password, then you can We are busy making plans check your child's grades, for the upcoming school assignments, etc., right year, scheduling and updat­ online. We encourage you to ing information. We look use this program and also to forward to serving your chil­ feel free to e-mail any of our dren and helping make the staff if you have questions, transition back to school a concerns, comments or com­ very positive experience. If pliments. Be sure and sign up you have questions or infor­ for this helpful tool. mation for us, please use our Introducing our new e-mail. We check it regularly intern for the year during the day. Lorraine We are pleased to wel­ Benedict and Valerie Hynes come Justyn Yager to our McCaul serve the seventh to Maple Valley family. Justyn ninth grade students. Our e­ will be doing an internship in mail addresses are vmc- the counseling department caul@mvs.kl2.mi.us and this year. We are thankful for lbenedic@mvs.kl2.mi. us. the help and look forward to Dawn Yager takes care of the skills he brings our stu­ 10th to 11th grade students dents. and can be reached at School supplies dyager@mvs.kl2.mi.us. Junior high and senior Junior high parents high school students need to night orientation be sure they come to school Be sure to bring your jun­ prepared to succeed. We sug­ ior high student and attend gest paper, pencils, pens, the meeting in the auditorium folders or and an organizer r on Aug. 26 at 6 p.m. There (like a Trapper-keeper prod­ will be a lot of great informa­ uct). Some classroom teachtion, and you will have the ers may have supply lists or opportunity to speak with special items that are needed, staff and ask questions. We so please ask your child to let have been told that this meet­ you know if they need any-: ing is very helpful for your thing extra for class. A child and that it helps calm snack, juice and water are the "new-student jitters" that also nice to send with your your child may be experienc­ child the first week ofschool. ing. We want to help them We are very excited to feel welcome and start off on begin the school year and hope you and your child are a positive note. too. Be sure and watch for Ninth grade news We will be meeting with Counselor’s Corner every ninth grade students who other week in the Maple have freshman focus class Valley News. We will keep this trimester to help them you updated on many hapbegin their "four-year plan." penings in “the Valley.” We meet individually with Welcome back to school. students for an hour-long session to discuss high school expectations, classes, early career planning and chart a course to help them succeed in their high school experience. They will begin to create an "educational development plan" or EDP. which is done on paper and online. We will meet with each student in freshman focus classes over the course of the year. Stay tuned for more information on this program. Computer access for parents We are often asked, "How do I find out my child's Brandon Davis sings, “Does He still feel the nails every time I fail?” ff^Could yours be a Future Foster ^^Family? 1 tts Caring arng homes omesareneee are need or Barry County Foster children of all ages. Classes to learn more begin with an orientation in Charlotte Wednesday evening, September 10, and then run for 4 Saturdays, 9AM to 4PM. For no-cost information packet or to pre-register for these no-cost no-obliga­ tion classes, singles, couples and families are welcome to email: Mueller-HayesJ @ michigan.gov Or Tel: 269-948-3 | Suzie Ralph reads the story about footprints in the sand. OLYMPICS, continued from page 1----------------------------county and state. "If this event is a success and we can get all of the area businesses involved, it'll put us over the mark" said Sgt. Shapley, chairman of the skate park committee. Games for the day are going to get underway around 10 a.m. and will last until each team has completed all eight events. Scores for the events will be 10 points to the winner and 8 points to the runner-up. At the end of the day, the team with the most total points will be hailed as the victor, hoisted upon everyone's shoulders Tuesday, Aug. 26th ALL YOU CAN EAT! Dawg Wild Hot Bar Includes and carried through the oup & Sala ar streets. (Okay, probably not, but they might get a really o ogs ras xemyourway ugly trophy and will certain­ ly receive a new T-shirt.) Coneys ) Chili dogs) The committee is currently looking for volunteers to Chicago Style ) Cheese dogs) help with producing the event as well as becoming P,ek XMr lavarlta toppings... Sauerkraut fft active in the development of the skate park itself. Those ... and many more who would like to become Family Restaurant wit involved may e-mail woodJUb"" theAMAZING View! sheddin@yahoo. com. The committee would like to have involvement of the area youths, especially those who Closed Where Every Meal Me is a Banquet!” would most like to see this tabor Mon. - Fri. 6am - 9pm Sun. 6am - 3pm park be finished. 975 N. Main, Nashville • (877) 852-0106 ®ay! FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY! Rodeo Tickets and Schedule of Events go to: CHARLOTTEFRONTIERDAYS.COM �Vtoay •***»' Sflkrtay. Mh* 2>. 2006 - Page • f ‘ g Ml artoatf •» »• juO Putnam Library awards prizes, wraps up summer reading win • flB0C**i rvenmf even! far the u immunity Litwy MM WMU n armherib wek/wned pntr< job TMJ (,ITC]08 09 Cniwi '“ Wbrwy lawn Lach ch— in inMrumcol <m it —riiBfr at* nit the need for diverwfv tn ncit only nwi^ but in the world Special guetU tncfaded State Rep Brian € alley. Barn &maty Conum sstooer Michael ( ilium and G>npT»km»n Vcm Dilen who to the crowd about the impor tance of reading The library board wa* in full attendance and wa* rec ogmzed for service to the library Prize* were awarded to conelode the swmner reading pnigram The grand prize of a new bike (provided tn an anonymou* donor J wa* pn i nW r* to summer reader John DeVoa* II The library' reoopuzed it* XXK cummer reading program sponsor* Sikhullt Lion* Club. Roush * Sidewalk Cafe. Dream Design Balloon*. Hastings City Bank. Impression 5. Hummell’* Bod) Shop. Arby *. Applebeck of Haating*. Dogtrack 4 Restaurant. Ha*ting* Theater. MSL Bug House. Country Kettle. McDonald s of Ha«*««*g* Cottage Inn Pizza. Big Boy of Charlotte. Manville, and Good Time Pizza The generosity of these supporters made it pos­ sible for all readers to receive a prize. Participants who have not picked up prizes are encouraged to stop by die library. Veterans golf benefit planned partM ipsting in the second anaiia* Patriot Golf Day. The event will he held over I >bot facilities nationwide panic i paled in Patriot (iolf Day. raising more than $1 million for the Inundation "We hope 200K will he 29 to even better and invite golfen m the area to visit our facili­ Throughout the weekend. ties and make their d< mat ion Day w eekend. Aug if they do not play gnif courses across the nation will collect donations even for the Folds of Honor f'oundalion (roller* will he one asked to donate a minimum The Fold* of Honor Foundation provides educa­ of SI each In 2007. more than 3.200 golf.” said Marcia Kinney, of the owner* of Mulberry F■ore (iolf Course. lies of those who have become disabled or lost then live* in the line of duty. The foundation was creat­ ed by Dan Rooney , an F-16 fighter pilot in the Oklahoma Air National Guard. Rooney owns the Grand Haven (iolf Club in Grand Haven and is a PGA professional. For more information on the foundation. visit www foldsofhonor org tional scholarships to fami- Open spots available in Early 4s program The Early 4s program at Fuller Streel Elementary is still accepting applications for enrollment Above, students in last year’s program pause for a photo in between activities The morning program runs Monday through Thursday from 7:55 to 11:55 a m and the afternoon program runs Monday through Thursday from 11 55 a m to 2 55 p.m. This year, the new Zoo-phonics program will be used in the classroom. It is the same program that kindergarten and first grade students are using at Fuller Street. Call 517- 852-2075 or 852-9468 lor more information or an application. HGB seeking “Nspirational” stories for 5K commemorative booklet The Hayes Green Beach 5k race ha* been renamed in memory of Il-year-old Natalie Frciburger who passed away in January after a battle with ovarian cancer. Resident* who have a per­ sonal story, poem, picture or saying that inspires them, organizer* of the race would Unlock your potential Adult Education Classes KELLOGG EDUCATIONAL SITE QUEEN STREET, NASHVILLE I Maple Valley Alternative Education will be offering daytime adult education classes at the Kellogg Educational site on Queen Street in Nashville. Classes will begin Tuesday, September 2nd Call Debbie or Chris at 517-852-9794 for more information Maple Wa/tey AAemaOre Education Is a 'School ofChoice’ School like to know about it. The 5K race and one-mile walk will take place Saturday, Sept. 6. just before the Frontier Days Grand Parade. Each participant in the event will receive a copy of a book of inspirational writings and drawings from the community. Family and friends of Natalie Frciburger came up with the idea for the book during discussions about refocusing the annual Frontier Days race spon­ sored by the HGB Wellness Center into an event that would honor all Natalie stood for. In addition to renaming the event “Jive life. Nsplred,” organizers thought a book would be a great way to commemorate Natalie and give people a chance to share their own personal stories of inspiration. “It was important to us that participants leave the race with something to remind them of how valuable each day is, and why it is so uplifting to have something or someone that inspires them,” explained one organizer. "That is how those of us who knew Natalie well feel about her, and we want to share that energy with oth­ ers.” People who would like to share a story, poem or draw­ ing in the book can do so online at www.livelifeinspired. org. Submissions must be received by Aug. 29 to allow time for printing. As in years past, the race will begin on the north side of HGB near the ambulance garage and Fulton Lumber. Registration begins at 8 a.m.; the race starts at 9:45 a.m. This year’s event adds a onemile walk for families and casual exercisers, which will start at the hospital but turn around at Seminary Street to return to HGB. The 5K run follows the same USATFcertified course as in the past. Online registration is also available at www.livclifeinspired.org. All race and walk participants will receive a Tshirt in addition to the book. Cash awards will be given for the 5K run only. Firstplace male and female win­ ners receive $150; second place receives $100 and third place wins $50. Masterslevel winners will also receive $50. Results, refresh­ ments and awards will be available at the finish line. CONWEUMIUIM (REPAIR • 7 Day Service • Pumps Inwtalled I Repaired • Service On Submersible Pumps • 9" - B" Well Drilling end Repair 30 yiMm Exportonog Estimates Available 517-726-0377 396 N Peaae Rd.. Vermontville car o David Cobb • 174ft Garage Sale - Pete Benton’s 2784 N. Ionia Rd., Vermontville Antiques, Collectibles, Quality Junk, Some Clothing, Etc. Sat. Il Sun., Aug. 30 & 31 9am«5pm �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, August 23, 2008 — Page Welcome Back to.,. MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS First Day of Classes: Tuesday, September 2, 2008 BUILDING STARTING TIMES: Fuller Elementary - 7:55 a.m. Maplewood School - 7:55 a.m. Jn/Sr. High - 7:40 a.m. Alternative Education - 7:50 a.m. FOR STUDENT REGISTRATION INFORMATION CALL: Fuller Elementary (Grades K-3) — 852-9468 Maplewood School (Grades 4-6) — 726-0600 Maple Valley JrJSr. High (Grades 7-12) — 852-9275 Alternative Education (Grades 9-12) - 852-9794 www.mvs.kl2.ini.us BUILDINGS ARE OPEN FOR REGISTRATION. All new students must have: 1. Proof of residency. 2. Updated immunizations. 3. Original birth certificate. You will not be able to enroll your child without these documents. Please be sure your child’s = S immunizations are up to date. “Maple Valley Schools has developed a Wellness Policy for Student This policy is intended to provide goals for stu­ dent wellness, such as nutrition education, physical activity, and school-based activities along with setting nutrition guidelines for the district. Please call the food service office at 852-3920 to obtain a copy of this policy.” Nutrition and Activity. To Assure a Smooth Start for Your Child... Attend Your School's OPEN HOUSE: 7th Grade Orientation Tuesday, August 26, at 6:00 p.m. Maplewood School Wednesday, August 27 from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. Fuller Elementary Wednesday, August 27 from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. LUNCH PROGRAM Lunch prices for th6e 2008-2009 school year are as follows: Grades K-6 Breakfast $1.30 ....... Lunch - $1.90 Grades 7-12 ...... Breakfast $1.45 Lunch $2.25 ......................................................... Speciality Bar $2.75 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 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 becomeproductive citizens with life-long learning skills. �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, August 23,2008 — Page 8 WELCOME BACK TO THE 2008-2009 SCHOOL YEAR Maple Valley Schools is ready to begin another school year. It is with pride and anticipation that we extend a warm welcome to the beginning of the 2008-09 school year on Tuesday, September 2 on behalf ofthe Board of Education, the administration, and our staff. BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETINGS Due to the change in the District’s annual election date, our organizational year will now begin in January. The following board meeting dates have been set until the January 12, 2009 Organizational Meeting. • JULY 7,2008 • AUGUST 11, 2008 SEPTEMBER 8,2008 • OCTOBER 13, 2008 • NOVEMBER 10,2008 • DECEMBER 8,2008 • 2009 ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING JANUARY 12,2009 BOARD OF EDUCATION MEMBERS As this new school year begins, we know that our community and state are going through some very difficult economic times. Our concern is how can we, your school system, help? Many factors play a role in determining the economic future of our families, our communities, and our state. What do we want for our children? What kind of jobs do we need to advance our prosperity? What should young people know to be prepared for tomorrow’s job markets? How do we cope with the winds of change in the world around us? Where should we spend our limited resources? What can we do, as a community? One thing we can do is to decide how best to educate our children for the world ofwork. It has been said that education is the single most important economic investment we can make. A community’s ability to educate and prepare people for the jobs of the future is at the core of its decision making. Many people outside of the school system also play important roles in educating our young people. No single entity is fully responsible for shaping the many facets of a suc­ cessful student. Families, peers, community organizations, our churches and commu­ nity leaders all play a role. As the District’s mission statement (found on the first page ofthis flyer) states, the mis­ sion of our K-12 educational program is more than simply preparing students for their vocational lives. Our schools have other purposes. Preparing citizens to be active par­ ticipants in a democracy is one, providing an opportunity for students to develop emo­ tionally and socially is another. For this reason the school will need your help. As the school year progresses, there will be discussions ofwhat classes should be offered and what should be required of students from kindergarten through high school. The Board of Education will be undertaking a year-long exploration ofthese questions. They are making plans for inviting the community to be actively involved in this inves­ tigation. Please be watching for more information, and we encourage you to become actively involved in this community-wide project. We trust you will have a great year. If you have any questions, concerns, or opinions, please know that we always welcome your input and encourage you to call us at 517/852-9699. Kim L Kramer, Superintendent VOCATIONAL OFFERINGS Each year Maple Valley Schools offers vocational education programs, both at the high school and through Lansing Community College. These programs are designed to prepare youth for a broad range ofemployment and training services and are offered under the guidance of qualified instructors. All vocational education programs follow the district’s policies 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 barrier to admission or participation. For Information about these programs, contact: Mr. Todd Gonser, High School Principal - Maple Valley Schools 1090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, Ml 49096 517-852-9275 PESTICIDE USAGE INFORMATION This column is to advise parents that the Maple Valley Schools is in compli­ ance with Public Act 131 of 1993 which requires schools to notify parents and guardians of children that they have a right to be informed prior to appli­ cations of pesticides. Maple Valley schools contracts with Rose Exterminator Company for pest control. The Rose Exterminator Company has been a rep­ utable firm serving commercial, industrial and institutional facilities for over 130 years. SCHOOL DISTRICT TELEPHONE NUMBERS Administration Office Bus Garage & Operations Alternative & Adult Education Fuller Street Elementary Early 4s 852-9699 852-9421 852-9794 852-9468 852-2075 If you require further information or notification pertaining to pesticide applications, please contact Pat Powers, Director of Operations and Transportation at 852-9421. Maplewood School Jr/Sr High School Special Education Office Food Service 726-0600 852-9275 852-9275 852-3920 SCHOOLS OF CHOICE Maple Valley provides: Safe Schools Caring Student-Centered Teachers Full Curricular and Extra Curricular Offerings State-of-the-Art Technology We are now accepting Schools of Choice applications for the 2008-2009 school year. Enrollment is available for all grades K-12 and in the Alternative Education Program. Residents of Eaton, Barry, Calhoun, Ionia or Ingham County Intermediate School Districts are welcome to join our schools. At Maple Valley Schools, your child receives the best of both worlds. The safety and personal care of a smaller rural 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 skillful­ ly challenged to improve on their weaknesses. Maple Valley Schools offers pro­ grams that prepare your children for their future. Applications will be accepted until September 5, 2008. For enrollment informa­ tion, call 517/852-9699. ADMINISTRATION OF MEDICATION IN SCHOOLS The student’s parent/guardian must provide the school with written permission 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-pre­ scription 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. MANDATORY MEDICAL FORM School personnel cannot dispense any medication without this form on file. MEDICATION FORM STUDENT IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION 1. Student’s Name .Grade Address Telephone PARENT PERMISSION 1.1 hereby authorize school personnel to administer prescribed medication directed by our doctor. Parent/Guardian Singature Date Your are hereby directed to give ATTENTION SENIORS AND SENIOR PARENTS: Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation encourages all students to be hardworking, cooperative and to strive for success. The foundation 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. i 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. Date 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 aerosol or liquid pesticide not be applied in classrooms or other areas students occupy within four hours of students’ presence. Jerry Sessions Wayne Curtis Andrea Montgomery Teresa Allen Tim Burd April Heinze Kevin Rost President Vice-President Secretary Treasurer IYustee IYustee Trustee Medication Dosa^e----------------------------------- Time PHYSICIAN’S DIRECTIONS I. Prescription and instructions: Physician’s Signature .Date Physician instructions and signature may befaxed to the building. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, August 23, 2008 — Page 9 MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL — TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2 District Transportation Program Safely Transporting Our Future” SCHOOL BUS STOPS What Every Driver Must Know to Insure the Safety of all Maple Valley Students SCHOOL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY PROGRAM Please review these bus rules with your child. WAITING • Be on time. UNLOADING Too early, you are waiting • Stay seated until bus stops. 4 quick stop alone too long. Too late, you could be hurt rushing to the bus. SCHOOL BUSES WITH OVERHEAD RED AND YELLOW LIGHTS • Wait quietly away from the road. Cars (With or Without Bus Stop Signs) • Do not move toward the bus until the driver opens the door. The driver will 1. Yellow lights are flashing prepare to stop. 2. Red lights are flashing stop no closer than 20 feet from the bus. 3. Red lights turned off - proceed. SCHOOL BUSES WITH OVERHEAD RED LIGHTS (With or Without Bus Stop Signs) don’t always stay on the road Running sack or tote bag. Many students are killed games might cause you to go into the picking up dropped objects near the bus road 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. open the door when it is safe. The bus couldskid while stopping on ice orgravel along the roadside. • Go directly home. Strangers might bother students hanging around the bus stop. Going to the wrong house could cause LOADING people to worry about where you are. • Use handrail. A fall on the stairs can be painful. • Don’t bring large or sharp objects. Remember that in an accident, you will be thrown against what everyou are car­ 1. Red lights are flashing and bus is moving - or an accident could knock you to the floor. • Don’t carry awkward loads. Use a knap­ rying. • Sit down immediately. 4 quickstart could knockyou down ifyou are not seated CROSSING • Move ahead of the bus 10 steps until you can see the bus driver’s face. The driver must always be able to seeyou. • Wait for the driver’s signal. The driver will signal you when it is safe to cross the road 3. When red lights are turned off - proceed. RIDING ALL SCHOOL BUSES • Don’t distract the driver. The driver’s full Yellow hazard • Keep body inside bus. Trees, trucks, and warning lights are flashing - utility poles have caused bad injuries to to the curb. Ifthe road is not safe, move back to the curb. Don’tjust children hanging out windows. stand waiting in attention must be on driving safely. proceed with caution. • Don’t bother the other passengers. Every Transportation within the Villages of Nashville and Vermontville NEW BUS SCHEDULES FOR 2008-2009 GRADES 9-12 Building Students at Building Buses Depart Maplewood 6: 50 a.m. 6: 45 a.m. Fuller 7: 05 a.m. 7: 00 a.m. 7:15 a.m. Kellogg 7:10 a.m. GRADES 4-6 Building Fuller Kellogg Students at Building 7:15 a.m. 7:20 a.m. Buses Depart 7:20 a.m. 7:25 a.m. 4-6 Graders in Vermontville will walk to Maplewood GRADES K-3 Building Maplewood Kellogg • Cross to the outside edge of the bus and make sure all traffic is stopped. NOUmust Students at building 7:10 a.m. 7:40 a.m. Buses Depart 7:15 a.m. 7:45 a.m. make SUre it is safe to cross the road, • if ciear, cross quickly, if not clear, return the road student deserves a safe ride to school. • Keep floor clear. Ifthere is an emergency, a clean bus means no tripping and a safe education. IN CASE OF INCLEMENT WEATHER Any announcement pertaining to the delay or closing of classes at Maple Valley Schools will be made through the following radio and TV stations: WBCK________________Battle Creek WMMQ........................................ Lansing WVTC....................................... Lansing WFMK ...Lansing WBCH -.Hastings WLCM___________________.Charlotte WLNS TV-6................ ___....... Lansing WILX TV-10 ...Lansing WITL_______ WOOD___... WJFM........... WGRD______ WWMT TV-3 WZZM TV-13 WOOD TV-8_ WOTV TV-41 ......... Lansing .Grand Rapids .Grand Rapids .Grand Rapids .... Kalamazoo .Grand Rapids Grand Rapids ...Battle Creek YEARLY NOTIFICATION OF MANAGEMENT PLAN AVAILABILITY Parents, teacher and employees please note that oiir 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. AGE OF MAJORITY �Ju® Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday August 23.2008 — Page 10 MAPLE VALLEY FALL SPORTS SCHEDULE EOQTBAU. 8/221 8/27 9/4 9/11 9/18 9/25 10/2 10/9 10/16 10/23 scrimmage-Leslie/ Fowler/Springport Galesburg-Augusta Delton Kellogg Pennfield Schoolcraft * Kalamazoo Christian * Kalamazoo Hackett Parchment Constantine Olivet Home Home Home Away Home Away Home Away Away Home 4:00 6:30 6:30 6:30 6:30 5:00 6:30 6:30 6:30 6:30 BOYS VARSITY 8/22 8/28 9/5 9/12 9/19 9/28 10/3 10/10 10/17 10/24 scrimmage-Leslie/ Fowler/Springport Galesburg-Augusta Delton Kellogg Pennfield Schoolcraft * Kalamazoo Christian * Kalamazoo Hackett Parchment Constantine Olivet Home Away Away Home Away Home Away Home Home Away 6:00 7:00 7:00 7:00 7:00 7:00 7:00 7:00 7:00 7:00 Bellevue Away Away Laingsburg Away Jackson Community Away Ovid-Elsie Away Thornapple Kellogg Away Delton Kellogg Away Kalamazoo Hackett Away Lowell Away Lakewood Away Carson City-Crystal Away Constantine Away Lakewood Away Grand Ledge Away Kalamazoo Christian Barry County Meet @ Delton 9/6 9/10 9/16 9/27 9/30 10/16 Bath High School Delton Kellogg Kalamazoo Hackett Carson City-Crystal Constantine Hastings Away Away tway Away Away 8:30 4:30 4:30 9:00 4:30 4:15 SOCCER BOYS VARSITY 8/21 8/25 8/26 8/27 9/3 9/4 9/8 9/10 9/15 10/15 10/20 10/22 0/27 10/28 Away Dansville Home Lakewood Away Saranac Away Bellevue Home * Parchment Barry County Christian Away Home * Kalamazoo Hackett Away Olivet •Kalamazoo Christian Away Parchment Home Barry County Meet @> Hastings Constantine Home Olivet Away Olivet and Bellevue at Olivet 5:30 5:00 5:00 5:30 6:00 5:30 6:00 5:00 4:30 6:00 5:00 6:00 6:00 5:00 VOLLEYBALL CROSS COUNTRY GIRLS VARSITY BOYS/GIRLS VARSITY 8/15 8/21 8/28 9/3 9/8 9/10 9/16 9/20 9/25 9/27 9/30 10/7 10/11 10/14 10/27 10/27 10/28 BOYS/GIRLS MIDDLE SCHOOL BOYS JUNIOR VARSITY 5:00 4:30 5:30 5:00 4:00 5:00 5:00 9:00 5:00 9:00 5:00 5:00 10:00 4:30 4:00 8/22 8/27 9/3 9/6 9/10 9/13 9/17 9/20 9/24 10/1 10/4 10/8 10/15 10/20 10/22 Away Waverly Away Delton Kellogg Away Galesburg-Augusta Away Corumma Away Delton Kellogg Away Olivet Invitational Home Pennfield Away Battle Creek Central Away Schoolcraft Kalamazoo Christian Home Away Harper Creek Kalamazoo Hackett Away Home Parchment Barry County Meet 9 TK Constantine Home 9:00 8:30 7:00 8:30 7:00 8:30 7:00 8:00 7:00 7:00 8:30 7:00 7:00 5:00 7:00 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. 11/1 Away Olivet Olivet/Bellevue 9 Bellerrue KVA League Toum. 9 Pennfield 7:00 5:00 TBA 10/11 10/13 10/15 10/18 Schoolcraft Pennfield Delton Kellogg Galesburg-Augusta Away Home Home Away TBA 4:15 4:15 TBA Home Away Home Away Home Away Home Away Away Away Away Away 4:15 4:15 4:15 4:15 4:15 4:30 4:15 4:15 TBA 4:15 4:15 TBA GIRLS JUNIOR VARSITY 8/23 8/26 9/3 9/10 9/17 9/24 10/1 10/4 10/8 10/11 10/15 10/20 10/22 10/27 10/28 Away Dansville Away Delton Kellogg Away Galesburg-Augusta Away Delton Kellogg Home Pennfield hmiay Schoolcraft Home Kalamazoo Christian Away Battle Creek Central Away Kalamazoo Hackett Away Springport Parchment Home Barry County Meet @ Hastings Constantine Home Olivet Away Olivet/Bellevue * Olivet 8:00 8:30 6:00 6:00 6:00 6:00 6:00 8:00 6:00 9:00 6:00 5:00 6:00 6:00 5:00 GIRLS 7TH GRADE 9/9 9/11 9/15 9/17 9/22 9/23 9/29 10/1 10/11 10/13 10/15 10/18 ADMISSION PRICES GIRLS FRESHMAN 8/25 9/3 9/10 9/17 9/24 10/1 10/8 10/15 10/18 10/20 10/22 10/27 Away Delton Kellogg Away Galesburg-Augusta Away Delton Kellogg Home Pennfield Away Schoolcraft Home Kalamazoo Christian Away Kalamazoo Hackett Home Parchment Battle Creek Central Away Barry County Meet @ Lakewood Home Constantine Away Olivet 8:30 6:00 6:00 6:00 6:00 6:00 6:00 6:00 8:00 5:00 6:00 6:00 GIRLS 8TH GRADE 9/9 9/11 9/15 9/17 9/22 9/23 9/29 10/1 Hastings Olivet Parchment Galesburg-Augusta Pennfield Bellevue Olivet Parchment Home Home Away Home Away Away Away Home 4:15 4:15 4:15 4:15 4:15 5:30 4:15 4:15 Hastings Olivet Parchment Galesburg-Augusta Pennfield Bellevue Olivet Parchment Delton Kellogg Pennfield Delton Kellogg Parchment HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS Adults $5.00 • Students $3.00 JR. HIGH SPORTS Adults $3.00 • Students $1.00 No admission charge at any event for children 5 and under accompanied by an adult. FAMILY PASSES AVAILABLE FOR $150 INDIVIDUAL PASSES AVAILABLE FOR $70 STUDENT PASSES AVAILABLE FOR $25 GOLDEN PASSES AVA1LBLE FREE TO PEOPLE AGE 62 AND OLDER. Good for entire 2008/2009 school year. If you are interested in earning an athletic pass for the 2008-09 school year, please contact .Mindy at 517-852-9275. Passes ate earned by selling tickets, keeping scorebook or running a scoreboard. NOTIFICATION OF FERPA RIGHTS The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Ace (FERPA) affords parents and students over 18 years of age (“eligible students”) certain rights with respect to the student’s education records. These rights are outlined below, The right to inspect and review the student’s education records within 45 days of the day the District receives a request for access. Parents or eligible students should submit to the School principal [or appropriate school official] a written request that identifies the record(s) they Any questions concerning Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, should be directed to Mrs. Duska Brumm, Jr./Sr. High School Asst. Principal, 852-9275. wish to inspect. The School official will make arrangements for access and notify the parent or eligible student of the time and place where the records may be inspected. 2. The right to request the amendment of the student’s education records that the parent or the eligible student believes are inaccurate, misleading or otherwise in violation of the student’s privacy rights under FERPA. Parents or eligible students may ask the School to amend a 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. record that they believe is inaccurate or misleading. They should write the School principal [or appropriate official], clearly identify the part of the record they want changed, and specify why it is inaccurate or misleading. If the School decides not to amend the record as requested by the parent or eligible student, the School will notify the parent or eligible student of the deci­ sion and advise them of their right to a hearing regarding the request for amendment Additional information regarding the hearing procedures will be provided to the parent or eli­ 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. gible student when notified of the right to a hearing. X The right to consent to disclosures to personally identifiable information contained in the stu­ dent’s education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without con­ sent One exception, which permits disclosure without consent, is disclosure to school offi­ cials with legitimate educational interests. A school official is a person employed by the School Grievance procedures are located in the superintendent’s office. as an administrator, supervisor, instructor, or support staff member (including health or med­ ical staff and law enforcement unit personnel); a person serving on the School Board; a per­ son or company with whom the School has contracted to perform a special task (such as an PARENTS OF CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES (AGES BIRTH TO 25) attorney, auditor, medical consultant, or therapist); or a parent or student serving on an offi­ cial committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting another school offi­ cial in performing his or her tasks. A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his or her professional respon­ The Maple Valley Schools offers programs and services to support children with special needs. Ifyou 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: sibility. Upon request, the School discloses education records without consent to officials of another school district in which a student seeks or intends to enroll. 4. The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged fail­ ures 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 Maple Valley Schools 11090 Nashville Highway Vermontville, MI 49096 (517) 852-9275 U.S. Department If Education 400 Maryland Avenue, SW. Washington. D.C. 20202.4005 It is the policy of Maple Valley Schools not to disclose student lists or directory information to out- side organizations, except as may be requested by military recruiting representatives. Student directory information may be made available in some cases, such as yearbooks, sports programs, honor It is the policy of Maple Valley Schools that no person on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, marital 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. rolls, or publications featuring school programs and student projects. Directory information may include the following: the student’s name, picture; major field of study; participation in recognized activities and sports, including related information such as weight, age, height, grade; honors 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 infor- mation to provide students with information concerning educational and career opportunities available in the U.S. Armed Forces or service academies) by submitting a signed written request to that effect to the high school principal. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, August 23, 2008 — Page 11 Lions look to break into the top tour in the KVA standings by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The league is bigger and the Lions want to be better. Maple Valley’s varsity girls’ volleyball team fin­ ished fifth in the Kalamazoo Valley Association last fall, and had an even overall record of 23-23-10. Fourth-year head coach Bill Brenton hopes to see his very young team improve in the league in 2008. Finishing in the top four won’t be easy though, especially with the addition of a tough Schoolcraft squad. Delton Kellogg, Galesburg-Augusta, and the defending league champions from Kalamazoo Christian all return solid teams. The Lions will get to see Delton Kellogg for the first time at next Wednesday’s Delton Kellogg Invitational. The league season then starts right after the Labor Day break, as the Lions visit Galesburg-Augusta Sept. 3 and then Delton Sept. 10. Maple Valley was sched­ uled to open its season at Lansing Waverly yesterday (Aug. 22). While Brenton said he has a very young team, it isn’t completely void of experi­ ence. Junior middle Jennifer Kent returns for her third varsity season. On the sides of the net the Lions feature senior Samantha Newton and jun­ iors Elizabeth Stewart and Tina Westendorp on the strong side. All three ofthose girls were varsity players last season. The Lions also return sophomore setter Karlee Mater. Junior middle Catera Briggs and sophomore strong side hitter Tiffany Allwardt are a couple of the key newcomers to the varsity line-up for the Lions. Maple Valley will have some work to do in replacing some talented back row play­ ers, but Brenton likes his team’s speed overall and that should help on the defensive side of play. A new conference foe every week in the KVA The move to the Kalamazoo Valley Association hasn’t been an easy one for the Maple Valley varsity football team, and the league made things even rougher on the Lions (and everyone else) when it decided to expand once again. The KVA didn’t just add two schools. It added two schools with great football traditions. Constantine was 9-2 a year ago, and finished second in the St. Joseph Valley Conference. Schoolcraft was just 4-5 last year, but the last time the Eagles had a losing season before that was 1981. Added to the troubles of dealing with strong Falcon and Eagle teams, the addition also bumps the number of teams in the conference up to ten. That means in each of the nine weeks of the high school football season, the Lions will be playing confer­ ence games. Pennfield looks to return strong again this fall, and Delton Kellogg should be EATON FEDERAL KENT OIL & PROPANE by Brett Bremer - Sports Editor *,fc***n ni Miigu : IttaiiMk&i WBikitHlmsii The 2008 Maple Valley varsity volleyball team. Team members are (front from left) Mercedies Angus, Lizzy Stewart, Tiffany Allwardt, Samantha Bissett, Terri Hurosky, Karlee Mater, (back) Hannah Young, Catera Briggs, Samantha Newton, Jennifer Kent, Bryanna Clow, Tina Westendorp, and coach Bill Brenton. much improved p with a gp group of players from an undefeat­ ed junior varsity squad now up at the varsity level. To start the year, Maple Valley varsity football coach Guenther Mittelstaedt said he is mostly looking for his team to be one that is very difficult to beat. Mittelstaedt is entering his 24th season leading the Lions on the gridiron. His teams have a combined 169­ 65 record, and have been to THE TRAFFIC SCENE A Name That You Can Trust Located at the Intersection of M-43 & M-50 Driver Education for students 14 years, 8 months or older payment Plans available SEGMENT I CLASS Oct. 13-30 Sept. 8-25 SEGMENT II CLASS Aug. 26-28 Sept. 30-Oct 2 Come bring a friend and rind out that learning to drive can be fun! To obtain a registration, call (517) 566-7229 Instructors Phil Smith Denny Ackerson & Roily Krauss See FOOTBALL, page 15 isiiica^^A l^krtia** fcApftfcjrii SA VINGS **•* trtEihb^* M-66 at Village Limits, e mw 109 S. Main St., Nashville Nashville 852-1830 852-9210 ,.*•**'" E>* SOOD TIME st J 501 N. Main, M-66 Nashville *i**' 852-1985 & 219 S. 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Robb Rosin, was on vacation for part of the preseason and returned home to a death in the fami­ ly The Lion runners have either been working out on their own. under the guid­ ance of Rosin's brother Ryan, or with the help of team parents. Rosin acknowledged the hard work that they have been putting in to help run the team*. He plans to be back with the squads on Monday. The Lions have already had two meets The biggest challenge for the Lions on the course right now is their numbers. The boys' team ran just four participants at Thursday's Early Burg Invitational hosted by Laingsburg. The girls' team had just five runners. Lauren Trumble, a junior, returns to lead the girls' team this season. She was the team's top runner Thursday, finishing 38th overall with a time of 23 minutes 52 sec­ onds. The next three across the finish line for Maple Valley were also returning athletes, senior team captain Erin Shoemaker. sophomore Megan Shoemaker, and jun­ ior Kayla Shaw. Pantera Rider, a solid performer for the Maple Valley varsity track and field team's during her freshman spring is out for cross country for the first time this fall. Erin finished the race 40th with a time of 24:14. Megan 56th in 25:58, Shaw 58th in 26:15, and Rider 61st in 26:36. The boys' team is led by sophomore Joe Benedict He led the Lion boys' team to its fourth place finish in the Kalamazoo Valley Association last year, and missed out on all-conference honors by one place at the league meet. Reaching fourth place in the league again won’t be easy for the Lions, especially after sending just four run­ ners to compete Thursday in Laingsburg. Benedict led the way for the Lions there, fin­ ishing in 18:10 which would have placed him 14th in the team scoring. Behind Benedict for the Lions Thursday came fresh­ man Tyler Brumm in 20:07, senior captain Josh Perkins in 20:15, and junior Zach Mellville in 21:30. Caleb Chambers-Graham is another freshman who could move in and fill the fifth hole and allow the Lions to at least record team scores. Just recording a team score won’t help for a whole lol in the KVA this fall. The addition of Schoolcraft made things a lot tougher. The Eagles’ boys’ and girls’ teams both went to the Division 3 state finals last season. The Hackett Catholic Central boys were there too last fall. All three of those teams return strong squads this season. Maple Valley’s next com­ petition is next Thursday at Jackson Community College. The 2008 Maple Valley varsity cross country teams. Team members are (front The KVA season starts for from left) Pantera Rider, Megan Shoemaker, Erin Shoemaker, Kayla Shaw, (back) the Lions when Delton hosts Josh Perkins, Zach Melville, Joe Benedict, Caleb Chambers-Graham, and Tyler the first league jamboree of Brumm. Missing from photo is Lauren Trumble and head coach Robb Rosin. 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Call Homer (N-444 by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Lions have the learn­ ing part down. Now it’s time to work on the execution. “The strength of our team is that its learning very fast,” said Maple Valley varsity boys’ soccer coach Josh Meersma. “They’re able to understand what we need to do and try to do the things we need to do.” What the Lions need to do is play solid, smart defense. That’s why that is where many of the team leaders will be positioned this year. Junior sweeper Adam Zank returns to protect the Maple Valley net, along with senior defender Sean Curtis and junior defender Ross Smith. “They make good deci­ sions,” Meersma said of his experienced backfield. “That creates a level of consistency we can build from and depend on.” The Lions also return mid­ fielders Cody Brumm and Josh Fulford, and are looking to add strength to their mid­ field with the addition of freshman Dale White and foreign exchange-student Adrian Conde. Meersma said that his team will rely on Conde and Fulford to be able to put the ball in the back of oppo­ nents’ nets on the other end of the field. That was something the Lions couldn’t do in their opener Thursday at Dansville. The Aggies scored a goal on a penalty kick in the second half to take a 1-0 victory. The Lions were strong all game long, despite having just one sub available for the contest. “I see them playing smarter, and I see them play­ ing with intensity,” said Meersma. The need to play and prac­ tice with better intensity is something that Meersma has been trying to impress on his team, with the help of leaders like Smith, Fulford, Curtis, and Zank. “Making practices as com­ petitive, and as intense, and as fast paced as possible,” Meersma said is a way to See SOCCER, next page Chiropractic Can Help... Neck and back pain, headaches, numbness and more! Nashville Chiropractic Center Dr. Mike Califon, D.C. 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Said mortgage was subsequently assigned through mesne assign­ ments to: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. successor by merger to Wells Fargo Bank Minnesota, National Association, (formerly known as Norwest Bank Minnesota, N-.A.)(the "Principal"), in its capacity as Trustee under that certain Pooling and Servicing Agreement relating to Structured Asset Securities Corporation Mortgage Pass Through Certificate 2002-HF1, dated as of May 1, 2002 (the "Agreement”) by and among, Structured Asset Securities Corporation, (as Depositor), Aurora Loan Services, Inc. (as Master Servicer) and Household Finance Corporation (as Servicer) and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. (as Trustee), on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-One Thousand Two Hundred Dollars and Ninety­ Eight Cents Eight Cents ($141,200.98) including interest 13.5% 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, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on September 18, 2008. Said premises are situated in Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: 10 Acres in Square Form in Southwest corner of the Northwest one-quarter of the Southwest one-quarter of Section 29, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, Excepting therefrom, the follow­ ing described Parcel: Beginning at a point on the West line of Section 29, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, distance 300 feet North of the Southwest corner of the Southwest one-quarter of the Northwest , one-quarter of the Southwest one-quarter of said Section 29, thence North along s said West Section line,, 360 feet;; thence East parallel with the South line of said Southwest onequarter of the Northwest onequarter of the Southwest onequarter, 385 feet; thence South 300 feet; thence West 125 feet; thence South 60 feet; thence West 260 feet to the Place of Beginning. Carlton Township, Barry County, Michigan Commonly known as 3260 N Broadway, Hastings Ml 49058 The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expira­ tion of the notice required by MCL 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later. Dated: AUGUST 13, 2008 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. succes­ sor by merger to Wells Fargo Bank Minnesota, National Association, (formerly known as Norwest Bank Minnesota, its N.A.)(the "Principal"), in capacity as Trustee under that certain Pooling and Servicing Agreement relating to Structured Asset Securities Corporation Mortgage Pass Through Certificate 2002-HF1, dated as of May 1, 2002 (the "Agreement") by and -among, Structured Asset Securities Corporation/ (as Depositor), Aurora Loan Services, Inc. (as Master Servicer) and Household Finance Corporation (as Servicer ) and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. (as Trustee) Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 08-96971 ASAP# 2853425 08/16/2008, 08/23/2008, 08/30/2008,09/06/2008 06676251 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, August 23, 2008 — Page 15 3 frS S2>^ ws sis WS » wi S& »S ww S SS wvv-i Bl < < <ssj J.SS M3 2> Vss S' s&s& % s •SS •SS s ■?& X<:: *s Sig i is ** *0i ***•» n?"WHI it’i1* 1 W * hppi«, c® s# uaJ^WM 3zFw.w 'W'tlSJKj ®!i>Wlt, ifetaWtt iktasnitt L®B insri-Eh [fa K at kks lunili tewii arSartw P?“. xKarrtXK fcX *Bairt#f* r isrejixsfs^ jffliltWKt® 1 fflikW® [H® ^lEttBti^ gis ItElltlK^ FOOTBALL, continued from page 11 the playoffs 13 times and won ten league champi­ onships. He has as couple of All­ KVA performers back to lead the way for his team in senior RB/DB Jeff Burd and senior linebacker Nick Thurlby. Thurlby had 74 tackles last year, including 16 for a loss. Burd had two interceptions and rushed for over 300 yards while also tacking on nearly 200 yards receiving. Both are track and field stars. At last spring’s Division 3 state finals, both were state champions as part of the Lions’ 1600-meter relay team. Burd was the run­ ner-up in the 800-meter run individually, and Thurlby earned a medal in both hur­ dle races. Burd will be joined in the backfield once again by fel- low running backs Michael Paisley and Kyle Bums. Up front, lineman Dusty Cowell and Don Jensen return. Primarily on the defensive side of the ball, end Kyle Fisher and DB Dustin Houghton return. Mittelstaedt said he likes the desire his team has shown in the offseason. The Lions had a good summer in the weight room and in thenconditioning program. That work was important, because the Lions won’t have the size of some oftheir league coun­ terparts. The Lions open the season at Galesburg-Augusta this coming Thursday, then head to Delton Kellogg Sept. 5. Maple Valley’s first home game will be a big clash with Pennfield on Sept. 12. The 2008 Maple Valley varsity football team. Team members are (front from left) John Currier, Nicky Thurlby, Dustin Houghton, Michael Paisley, Kyle Fisher, Dusty Cowell, Don Jensen, Jeff Burd, (middle row) Lucas Brumm, Zach Eddy, Trenton Courtney, Caleb Suntken, Brogan Bodenmuller, Riley Fisher, James Samann, Steve Creller, Alex Williams, Jordon DeCamp, (back) head coach Guenther Mittelstaedt, James Fletcher,'Cole Flowers, Tyler Franks, Matt Spencer, Brandon Cosgrove, Josh Hall, Jesse James, Cody Cruttenden and coach Brian Lincoln. Missing from photo are Kyle Burns, Justin Kennedy, coach Chris Ricketts and coach Kevin Stewart. Farmer’s Picnic champs named Part of the fun of the Sunfield Farmers Picnic is the non-stop sports action of softball and basketball. The SPYs took over the main field with their Charities Softball Tournament. The tournament was won by Chuck's Total. Members of the team were Troy Stanton, Darren Bosworth, Marty Schrauben, Ben White, Jamie Bosworth, Scott Beglin, Duane Geiger, Brandon Tingley, Bob Tingley, Bobby Tingley; Lee Bosworth, Jason Dow, Adam Newell, John Hayden, Lawn & Garden AQUATIC PLANTS: Our Lotas & Water Lilies are ready! Also Koi & Goldfish, pumps, filters & pond sup­ plies. . Apol's Landscaping Company, 9340 Kalamazoo, Caledonia MI. (616)698-1030 M-F 9:00-5:30, Sat 9:00-2:00. Recreation FOR SALE: 1987 Bayliner boat. 19' w/cuddy cabin. 175 horse outboard Mercury mo­ tor, newer lower unit, runs good. New interior, fishfind­ er, marine radio. Trailer has new tires and bearings. $3,900.00 OBO. Call 517-507­ 9941. THIS IS NOT YOUR AVERAGE MOTORCY­ CLE!!! 2003 HARLEY V-ROD. NEW CUSTOM PAINT, RIMS, PIPES, BRAKES. LOWERED 1", LOTS OF CHROME. THIS IS AN EYE CATCHING BIKE! 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We quickly put together and presented a special sportsmanship award to the Balltastic Babes of Division 3 from Portland for their wonderful show of sportsmanship,” said organ­ izer Darin Weller. The Babes were Jennifer Bosworth, Anna Bosworth, Katie Cook and Elie Lehman. “Many lent a hand to make this another wonderful event,” he said. They includ­ ed Bill Weller, Patti Weller, John Fisher, Craig Cappon, Buddy Collins, Chris Glazier, Sue Glazier, Lisa Evani, Casey Shettler, Mingo Salas, Mike Spitzley and David Rosier. Team USA players helped by picking up trash around court. The hoops were set up by Pete Weller, Oni Miller, Ken Merifield and JJ Gibbs. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, August 23,2008 — Page 16 Softball tournament scores for Nashville Food Bank event,” said Kenyon. With Double Shots of Nashville set up for refresh­ ments and spectators ready to see which team possessed the skills, the DPW, ambu­ lance, police and fire depart­ ments went head-to-head during the day-long competi­ tion. With a lot of good-natured “trash talk” and joking, all teams played each other. was all for fun. Everyone had a great time.” Just over $700 was raised at the event and will be donated to the food bank. Kenyon said the money raised was more than antici­ pated and will help provide food to area families that are going through hard times. “That (amount) was awe­ some. It exceeded our expec­ tations for the first annual by Amy Jo Parish Though the Nashville Department of Public Works team was crowned winner at the first annual softball bene­ fit for the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope, the real winner was the cen­ ter. “The DPW team won but there were no losers,” said Mike Kenyon, one of the organizers of the event. “It MORE TOWERS RETTER POWER Barry County Residents enjoy better signal and the best in High Speed Internet with our newly upgraded towers. Unlimited Internet Access as low as per mo. ■ on your laptop or desktop with Alltel Wireless ** Fee based on purchase of Alltel PPC6800 Smart Phone High Speed Wireless Internet UTStarcom UM 150 ■ High speed wireless connection speeds up to 3.1 Mbps • USB Card * Compatible with Windows® XP, Vista (32 bit) and Mac OS X 10.3.9 and higher • MicroSD'** Slot built into card FREE after $100 mail-in-Rebate PI US FREE ACTIVATION Don Wilgus lets one rip against the Nashville EMS team. Though the players were eager to show off their skills and outdo each other, Kenyon said the emphasis was on enjoying the day. “The focus was not on who’s the best and worst,” said Kenyon. “The focus was on everybody having a good time.” With the sun shining and no rain clouds in sight, the weather cooperated, making the day that much more suc­ cessful. To add to the fun, Phyllis Fuller, director of Barry County Central Dispatch, prepares to hit a single during the first game of the tournament. With 2 year activation n«imitedKXEt TaU Nashville Village President Frank Dunham threw out the first pitch of the day. “It was attended well, there was beautiful weather. It was just an awesome, great day,” said Kenyon. Planning to make this an annual event, Kenyon said the proceeds may go to a dif­ ferent organization each year to help the community even more. The third Saturday of August 2009 has already been marked for the next softball benefit tournament, and Kenyon said he is hop­ ing to repeat the success. “Our plan is to have it the third Saturday in August every year,” said Kenyon. “This was hopefully the first S»nar* Phone HQCnJ m Alltel Blackberry Curve 8330 • • • • Bluetooth Full Qwerty keyboard 2 mega pixel camera GPS capability $349.99 camera ■ 2 mega -100.00 Mali-m Rebate $299.99 -20.00 Eacluslva In-Stare Offer -100.00 Malkin Rebate «u $20999‘ -40.00 Exclusive In-Store Offer •With 2 year activation. Expires August 31, 2008 uh s17989* E-MAILS SENT TO YOU IMMEDIATELY SO YOU’RE ALWAYS IN TOUCH! Jim Dunham from the Nashville DPW beats the ball to first base. k With My Circle, exclusively Clltel wireless ' call for free. And novMhesaar^ ^ authorized agent »™s, s, 10 10 f any network^ . 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They would go undefeated for the day, beating the ambulance, fire and police teams. *For terms and conditions, see www.alltel.com/terms.html 06676579 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/822/MapleValleyNews_2008-08-30.pdf 0492bb61fc72f2e969a63d492aee773f PDF Text Text MAPLE VA' 'EY Fie vv HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 227 EAST STATE ST HASTWGS Ml 49058 PRSRTSTD JS PORTAr'r- I ^stingss / Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 136-No. 34, August 30, 2008 A local paper oftoday! Sunny Crest Youth Ranch dedicates first home to Karen Roth by Helen Mudry Staff Writer Area residents met Sunday at the Sunny Crest Youth Ranch in Sunfield to dedicate the first home. Pastor David Flagel from Lakewood United Methodist Church opened the gathering with prayer. He asked for a blessing on the home, the boys who would be placed there, the staff and the many volunteers who helped. Michael Cook welcomed people to the ranch. “We are here today to dedicate the first ofeventually six homes here on the ranch ... This is a celebration of whatt can happen when a community of people decide that they are going to help change the world, one child at a time.” State Reps. Brian Calley from the 87th District and Rick Jones from the 71st District shared their support for the ranch. Cook then spoke about Ron Coppess, a retired Lakewood teacher and administrator and the ranch’s CEO. “Any and everyone who knows Ron knows that he is an eternal optimist. I would often hear him say things like, ‘Yeah, I can do that with you, but I have to run an errand in Grand Rapids. I’ll be back iin an hour,’ or ‘I think I can have that first floor tiled in an hour ifyou mix the thinset for me,’ or ‘I am thinking about turning the family farm into a youth ranch to help kids get a fresh start.’ At times I thought, ‘That guy is nuts,”’ Cook confessed. Coppess said, “What has started out as a dream has become reality. The caring See dedication, pg. 9 Softball benefit scores for Center of Hope The family of the late Karen Roth joins in the dedication of the first home. Extreme Makeover: Home Edition’ may build area home Vermontville Opera House would benefit, too by Amy Jo Parish Hundreds of families have had their lives dramat­ ically changed with help from community volunteers and the television show Extreme Makeover: Home Edition which airs on ABC. A local family may expe­ rience the positive changes the show brings if they are chosen from among five finalists in the Lansing area. The Lansing State Journal talked with Executive Producer Conrad Ricketts and reported that the show is looking for area builders and trades workers to donate to the project. Ricketts would not give details about who the fami­ lies are but did say they are located within one hour’s drive of Lansing. The Kirchhoff family of Vermontville has reason to believe they are in the run­ ning to receive a new home from the show. More than a year ago, a friend of the family nomi­ nated the Kirchhoffs for the show. In May ofthis year, a producer for the show con­ tacted the family and asked that they fill out a 10-plus See Makeover, pg, 4 School district ready for new year Township Supervisor Mike Kenyon was presented with a trophy at the Nashville Village Council Meeting Thursday. With an undefeated record, the DPW team was the winner of the tournament (Photo by Rose Heaton). The Maple Valley Community Center of Hope received a check for $717 to help with its food pantry program. Funds were raised at a softball tournament held recent­ ly. Teams from the police, fire, EMS and DPW participated (Photo by Rose Heaton). by Amy Jo Parish New staff members will be seen the halls and classrooms of Maple Valley Schools once classes resumes once resumes Tuesday, Sept. 2. Tonya Meyers will rejoin the staff from layoff and will help fill the shoes of Linda Johnson who retired this sum­ mer. Jeremy Malark, a part-time staff member last year, has been hired full time to teach science in the high school and will help take the place of John Hughes who retired. The high school day will start at 7:40 a.m., and alterna­ tive education will begin at 7:50 a.m. at the Queen Street school. Rebecca Jamros has been hired as fourth grade teacher at Maplewood Elementary to fill the position vacated by the retirement of Pat Campion. Principal Fred Davenport said Jamros brings experience, with 18 years of teaching under her belt. Davenport said a calendar of the year will be sent home to parents on the first day to inform them of the upcoming holidays and activities at the school. The school year for both Maplewood and Fuller Street Elementary Elementary students students will will begin at 7:55 a.m. begin at 7:55 a.m. and and end end at at 2:555 p.m. p.m. A new math curriculum is being implemented at Fuller Street ' Elementary, and Principal Jason Miller is enthused about the positive results it should yield. “We’re implementing the Envisions Math curriculum to help bring up math scores,” said Miller. “I’m excited to see how the new math curriculum implemented. I think it’s going to be great for students.” Natalie Donnovan has been hired hired as a kindergarten teacher at Fuller. She has worked for the school in different capacities for the past two years and graduated from Michigan State University. “We’re glad to have her back. She’s a good teacher,” said Miller. For more information on the Maple Valley district, visit www.mvs.kl2.mi.us. In This Issue • Clarksville Steam and Gas show provides weekend of fun • Maple Valley keeps it close in contest with Vikes • Lion defense steals the ball away from the Rams 5 times • Summer reading wraps up at Vermontville Township Library �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Tuesday, August 30,2008 — Page 2 Putnam District Library receives conservation bookshelf Treasured objects held by Putnam District Library will be preserved for future gen­ erations with help from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) Connecting to Collections Bookshelf, a core set of con­ servation books, DVDs and online resources donated by. IMLS. The service is the primary source of federal funding of the nation’s museums and libraries. Its mission is to create strong libraries and museums that connect peo­ ple to information and ideas. The institute works at the national level and in coordi­ nation with state and local organizations to sustain her­ itage, culture, and knowl­ edge; enhance learning and innovation; and support pro­ fessional development. “We are very pleased to announce the recipients of the IMLS Bookshelf in the second round of competition,” said Anne-Imelda Radice, director of IMLS. “These libraries, museums, and archives are in the fore­ front of our call to action on behalf of America’s collec­ tions. According to a recent national survey, our impor­ tant collections are at great risk, and without them, the Jack & Judy's American story simply can­ not be told to future genera­ tions.” Putnam District Library was awarded the resources based on an application describing the needs and plans for care of its collec­ tions. The IMLS Bookshelf focuses on collections typi­ cally found in history or art museums and in special col­ lections within libraries. The service addresses such topics as the philosophy and ethics of collecting, col­ lections management and planning, emergency pre­ paredness and culturally spe­ cific conservation issues. "Maple Valley residents have generously and wisely donated to the Putnam District Library since its beginning in 1923. As a result, a visit to the library — especially the upstairs — is like a visit to a local history museum," said Shauna Swantek, library director. "However, the preservation and organization of these materials has not been fully planned for. The Bookshelf will help us begin this plan­ ning process so we can best care for these precious items in an effort to assure that future generations will bene­ fit from them." HoAmt eIt C oBokti ngW At Its Best 1 P\ Country Kettle Cafe The IMLS Bookshelf is a component of Connecting to Collections: A Call to Action, a conservation initia­ tive the institute launched in 2006. IMLS began the initia­ tive in response to a 2005 study by Heritage Preservation, documenting the dire state of the nation’s collections. The multi-faceted, multi­ year initiative shines a nationwide spotlight on the needs of America’s collec­ tions, especially those held by smaller institutions, which often lack the human and financial resources nec­ essary to adequately care for their collections. For more information on the conserva­ tion initiative, go to www.imls. gov/collections. Village Olympics extends sponsorship Due to several requests from folks around town, the Maple Valley Skatepark Committee has opened up the registration for the upcoming Village Olympics so that any­ one who is interested can sponsor a team, whether they own a business or not. Anyone who is interested or would like more informa­ tion should stop by the Principal Todd Gonser said the new policy will help teachers get the most out of each class period and hope­ fully, instill a lifelong habit in the students. “We are working on kids being on time so we don’t have to take time out of the class to deal with tardiness,” said Gonser. “Being on time is also a life skill that is real­ ly important.” Junior high students, must be in their seats at the desig­ nated class start time or they will be considered tardy. High school students must be We will be OPEN Labor Day our regular hours... after their detention. Any additional tardies may result in suspension. Each time a student is tardy to class, it takes time away from the instructional process and the teacher has to restart or interrupt the les­ son. Being on time is a lifelong skill that all students will need. The administration in the classroom at the desig­ nated class start time or they will be considered tardy. Students who are consid­ ered tardy will receive a 30­ minute detention after school that will supercede all extra­ curricular participation for the first offense. The second offense will result in a onehour detention after school that will supercede all extra­ curricular participation. For the third offense, Saturday School and a parent/guardian conference will take place. Students are responsible for securing transportation MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Tuesday - Friday 1-517-852-9481 Hours: Opr en 7 DayJs 6AM-8PM 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 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 Wednesday Family Night Service .......... 6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 Village The will be held Saturday, Sept. 20, from 10 a.m. until all teams have com­ peted in each of the eight events. FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG Wed. 5:30 p.m................... Family Supper 6:00-7:15............................. Pioneer Club Sun: 9:00..................................... Sunday S 10: 00 11: 00 Church Fellowship 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 PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. PASTOR KATHY SMITH . 517-726-0526 Combined Sunday morning worship with Vermontville UMC as follows: July 13 and 27, Aug. 10 and 24 at Vermontville July 6 and 20, Aug. 3,17 and 31 at Gresham Worship time: 9:30 a.m. Call anytime for classified ads 14)00-170-1085 : tanning: ’ NAILS J 517-852-1757 Hair Care for the Whole Family PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Worship Senrices Sunday School for All Ages .. .10:30 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship................... 8:30 a.m Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Phone 517-852-1993 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road ool (1/2 mile East ofM-66, nrice 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 A.M. Service 11 a P.M. Service 7p Wed. Service ............................ 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................ 11:15 a.m. 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 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST .. CHURCH . Sunday Mass.................'119:45 a.m. FATHER AL RUSSELL A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings 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 PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 hopes this new policy will help students understand the importance of being punctu­ al. Cheryl Pierce, owner/stylist Angie Joppie, stylist • Michelle Snowden, nail tech 4B LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES 12. Can you BeCieue 9tzo Been । A ym? Tluutk you ta M Jon iitakuuj it a gieat one! S.E. Comer of M-66 & Thomapple Lake Rd. 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 Sept. Olympics 226 N. Main • Nashville ‘^Diana’s '-Pfoce 113 N. Main, Nashville 517-852-9700 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 for everyone will be Friday, alokb The Place to Gofor Professional Styling |j Nashville's friendly family restaurant with family prices BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main. The application deadline Main, Stree WALK-IN? fELCOME!, Serving your favorite homecooked meals. ABUNDANT GRACE WORLD OUTREACH CENTER Nashville Village Office at New detention policy set at MVMS 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.Hl. 02697846 rials. Contact the director at 517-852-9723 for more information or to schedule a visit. The library board is inter­ ested in recruiting local his­ tory volunteers to assist in the care ofthe library's mate- The Bookshelf is currently on display at the library. The public is welcome to preview the materials awarded to the library as part of this initia­ tive. Putnam District Library's local history room is not open during all regular library hours but during spe­ cial times when volunteers are present. Local history hours for this month will be Tuesdays Sept. 2, 9, 23, and 30, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. and on Saturday, Sept. 27, from 10 a.m. to noon. Local residents and visitors are encouraged to stop by and explore the current collection. Access may be requested at other times by contacting the library at least one week in advance. 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. VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School.................... 9:45 a.m. Worship Service .................... 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service ....... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service .. .6:30 p.m. AWANA................. 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Combined Sunday morning worship with Gresham UMC as follows: July 13 and 27, Aug. 10 and 24 at Vermontville July 6 and 20, Aug. 3,17 and 31 at Gresham Worship time: 9:30 a.m. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK 06652103 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 30,2008 — Page 3 Clarksville Steam and Gas show provides weekend of fun A daily parade allowed spectators a mobile view of many of the working machines at the show. Here, two McCormicks and an International Harvester make their way through the parade route. A working sawmill was just one of the many attractions at the Clarksville Steam and Gas Engine show. by Amy Jo Parish The 19th Annual Clarksville Steam and Gas Engine Association reunion chugged into town last week­ end. Nearly 50 tractors were on display during the threeday event. The Farmall brand was the featured equipment of the event, though there were a variety of engines from other companies. One of the most unique machines at the show was a Minneapolis (model 17-30B) owned by Merle DeWeerd of Hudsonville. The 1928 machine was built by the Hopkins, Minn.,-based Minneapolis Threshing Machine Company. A daily parade gave partic­ ipants the opportunity to show off their machines and This model 70, 1956 John Deere is owned by Marcia entertain the crowd. and Maynard Roth of Clarksville. On Saturday evening, the annual pig roast drew a crowd who were able to enjoy the sound of The Luke Lenhart Family and Friends Bluegrass Band while they waited in line. The weekend also featured a working sawmill, threshing and baling, giving the crowds a chance to experience farm­ ing life when such machines were considered “modem.” Each year, proceeds from the show are put into making the next show possible, and the 20th annual show is already planned for next year. For more information about the show or the Clarksville Steam and Gas Engine Association, send an e-mail to steamshow@att.net. Ben Kinyon and Jim Koehn rode in style during the show on this John Deere 110 lawn mower and decorated cart. Vickie Betit of Middleville painted this 1956 John Deere pink in honor of her mother who battled breast cancer. This Minneapolis, owned by Merle DeWeerd, made its way through the parade showing off its unique style, �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, August 30, 2008 — Page 4 Makeover, continued from page 1 HOME EDITION page application. After receiving in the paper appli­ cation, the show requested a video application from the family. In a week’s time the show’s crew and area volun­ teers build a new home for a family in need to make their lives more manageable and often times create a safer environment for the children to live in. The identities of the selected families are kept a secret, providing a scene filled with surprise and excitement when the show’s host Ty Pennington and his crew arrive. “The families do not know until the moment that we drive up in that bus with Ty and the designers shout out their names,” Ricketts told the Journal. “What I can tell you is we’ve had some amazing families be nomi­ better than winning the lot­ nated by neighbors and by tery, to have a home that is groups of people that are fully accessible. It would be The Kirchhoff family of Vermontville has reason to really just inspiring.” amazing,” said Maria of the believe they are in the running to receive a new home Though the Kirchhoff possibility. “My family has from Extreme Makeover Home Edition TV show. family cannot say for certain done a lot here to help me “We are asking you folks, that they are among the final­ but the house is just not very said she has to be carried up ists, a great deal of evidence accessible. It wouldn’t be the stairs in her chair in order the community to help bring Extreme Makeover here to .just for me, it would be for to see a show. is pointing in that direction. said Perhaps the largest decid­ Vermontville,” Herb and Karen Kirchhoff my family, too. Just to be ing factor in choosing a fam ­ Kirchhoff through heavy able to follow Kara around live on Scipio Highway along with their three daugh­ without barriers would be ily is the amount of commu­ emotion. “My daughter nity support available. All deserves something good. ters and granddaughter. The wonderful.” As part of the show, a supplies and labor for the We’ve had to make do and eldest daughter, Maria, is wheelchair-bound making a community project is also new home are donated by make do. Just once, we good portion of the house selected by the designers. If local individuals and organi­ would like her to get the things she deserves.” inaccessible to her. In .addi­ chosen as the family, the zations. The producers are plan­ Anyone interested in tion, her 5-year-old daughter, Kirchhoffs have asked that Kara, was recently diag­ the historic Opera House in ning to reveal their choice by donating time, materials, downtown Vermontville be Sept. 26, making time a huge labor, food for workers or nosed with juvenile arthritis. anything else is asked to e­ For Maria, the makeover renovated for handicap factor in the process. Herb attended the mail www.michiganwould give her the chance to accessibility. Township builders@emhe.tv as soon as move throughout the house Maria often attends pro­ Vermontville barrier-free and spend more ductions by The Revue meeting Thursday night and possible. For more information on time with her family. Theatre Group in which her made an emotional presenta­ the show visit Www.abc.com. “It would probably be a bit father, Herb, participates and tion to the board. YAC plans set for start of new year Youth Advisory Council summer intern Lauren Matthews is excited about the start ofthe new YAC year. The Barry Community Foundation’s Youth Advisory Council is getting ready to begin another year of fun, grant-making and community service projects here in Barry County. “YAC has a meeting on the second Sunday of every month during the school year, and once or twice a month, YACers are able to participate in a community service project,” said Matthews. “YAC is a won­ derful way to give back to your community by volun­ teering and working on serv­ ice projects all year round.” An example of a commu­ nity service project is the annual roof sit. This year, on jS^Could yours be a Future Foster Caring homes are needed for Barry County Foster children of all ages. Classes to learn more begin with an orientation in Charlotte Wednesday y eveningg, September 10, and then run for 4 Saturdays, 9AM to 4PM. For no-cost information packet or to pre-register for these no-cost no-obligation classes,, singles, couples and families are welcome to email: Mueller-HayesJ@michigan.gov Or Tel: 269-948-3216 “Our Family Serving Yoitrs” 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 VZS4 (517) 852-9712 02692907 cott A. Daniels & Family Owner/Manager Nov. 15 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., YAC will be raising money for the Community Action Agency’s Walk for Warmth outside of Secondhand Corners in downtown Hastings. Funds raised will go toward helping to heat homes of elderly and disabled peo­ ple who cannot afford to do so. Scaffolding will be assembled on the comer and YAC members will sit out members. the night to collect donations The Youth Advisory from cars and people as they Council is open to teenagers goby. from ages 13 to 21. Anyone On Sept. 13, YAC will be interested in being involved holding a fall retreat at Fish with YAC should contact Hatchery Park from 9 a.m. to Jennifer Richards at the 3 p.m. An orientation for new Barry Community members will be held during Foundation at 269-945-0526 this time; new members will ext. 266 or visit www.barrycf be able to learn about YAC .org to print off a new-memand its projects as well as ber packet. have fun and meet fellow NASHVILLE - Melvin D. Hale, age 67, of Nashville, died Sunday, August 24, 2008. Mr. Hale was bom March 16, 1941 in Detroit, the son of Robert and Margaret (Enell) Hale. Mr. Hale served in the Army and worked as ajanitor at Oldsmobile. Mr. Hale was a member of the Eaton County Draft Horse Pony Mule Club; He enjoyed driving his horses in parades and festivals. He is survived by his wife, Carene; son, Larry Hale of Nashville; daughter Brenda Taylor of Nashville and daughter Tammy (Pete) Bryner of Charlotte; four grandchildren and brother, Robert Hale of Cincinnati. He was preceded in death by his brother Durwood. Memorial services were Thursday, August 28,2008 at Pray Funeral Home with Pastor Darwin Kuhl officiat­ ing. Interment was at West Carmel Cemetery in Charlotte. Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charotte. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.prayfuneral.com Owners of ‘Sears Modern Homes’ sought From 1908 to 1940 Sears, If you own a Sears Sandra Ponsetto at J-Ad Roebuck and Company sold Modem Home and would be Graphics 269-948-9109 or e­ nearly 75,000 homes from its interested in having informa­ mail sandra@jcatalogs, which over the tion about your home includ­ adgraphics.com. years featured 447 different ed in an article, contact styles of houses called Sears Modem Homes. The J-Ad Graphics staff would like to do a story, or series of feature stories, Barry County Extension Calendar of Events about Sears houses in Hastings and other parts of Aug. 28 Master Gardener Association Meeting, 6 p.m., Barry County. Courts and Law Building. Aug. 29 Extension Office closed 12:30-1:30 p.m., for lunch. Sept 1 County Buildings Closed for Labor Day Sept 2 Extension Office closed 12:30-1:30 p.m., for lunch. Sept 3 Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Sept 4 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Sept 6-7 Rendezvous, Charlton Park. Sept 8 Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Sept 15 Fall Conservation Tour,-8:30 a.m., Crop Production Services, Woodbury, Mich. Sept 15 Mandatory Leaders Meeting, 7 p.m., Expo Center. Sept. 17 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Sept 18 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Sept. 20-21Frank Bush Memorial Pow Wow, 12:30-7 p. p.m., Charlton Park CALENDAR OF EVENTS a o> In loving memory of Brenda (Hart) Shoup A year has nowpassed since your untimely death, itfeels more like only days. We look to each other with sad eyes and heavy heartsfor support tofind our way. Time spent at the cabin and duringfamily gatheringsfeels hollow and bare. Wishing we could walk around the corner andyou 'd still be there. We live now with only the memories and smile at the thought ofyour mischievous laugh. For we know you are still among us, giving us strength to help the days pass. You will, always be the wind beneath our wings! We love and miss you more than you could ever imagine! Love ~ Your Family �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 30,2008 — Page 5 COA urges seniors to file for economic stimulus payments For many seniors, there’s didn’t - but it’s not too late. Commission on Aging has still time to file for their ecoSeniors who usually don’t IRS forms available at its nomic stimulus payment. file an income tax return may office at 320 W. Woodlawn Most Americans only had to still be eligible for an eco- Ave. in Hastings. Seniors file their 2007 tax return by nomic stimulus payment if wanting assistance completApril 15, and their stimulus they received at least $3,000 ing the forms should call the payments are already in the in Social Security, Railroad COA in advance at 269-948mail or being directly Retirement or Veterans 4856. deposited into their bank Affairs benefits in 2007 or if Forms also are available on accounts. they had a combination of the Internet at www.beneHowever, up to 20 million these along with some earned fitscheckup.org or www.aarp. Americans who rely primari- income amounting to at least org/stimulushelp. This Web ly on Social Security income $3,000. These individuals site asks seven simple quesand who generally are not must file an IRS Form 1040A tions and prints out a comrequired to file tax returns to apply for the stimulus pay-pleted tax form, along with must file a return this year in ment by Oct. 15. If approved, instructions about where to order to obtain their econom-they’ll receive 300 if single send the form. The service ic stimulus payment. While and $600 ifmarried and filing even prints out a copy of the millions of seniors did file, jointly. tax return, so seniors can keep there are still millions who The Barry County it for their records. Deadline nears for Barry County photo contest Former drum majors help out at band camp The Maple Valley High School Marching Band attended band camp at Grand Valley State University July 28 to Aug. 1. Several instructors attended, four of whom were previous drum majors with the Maple Valley band. Chris Caldwell was drum major for the 2006-07 and 2007-08 school years. Sarah Vanderhoef-Shoemaker, along with co-drum major Garrett VanEngen served dur­ ing the school years of 2003-04, 2004-05 and 2005-06. Garrett and Sarah also composed three of the music pieces for the show this year. Kimberly Knoll-Rodriguez, drum major for 1998-99, and 1999-2000 school years, worked with choreographing the color guard routine. Also attending was trumpet instructor, Josh Zapor, lead trumpet player for Central Michigan University. K;,. Cotton Prints X) with Cars, Fire Trucks, Trains, Airplanes, Cats, Dogs, Wolves, Iguanas, Horses, Dolphins, Fish, Fish Lures, Trees, Stones, Grass, Sky, Sports, Flowers and more ! Sale Table ...good selection QUESTIONS: ASK US... 218 E. State St., Hastings • 945-9673 The deadline for the 2009 Barry County photography contest for the Louise Ann Stockham memorial fund is 5 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 15. “Buildings and Bridges of Barry County” is the theme for the 2009 Barry County Calendar. As the initial bene­ ficiary of the Louise Ann Stockham memorial fund, Pennock Hospital will receive framed and matted reproduction ofthe 12 chosen photos. The Barry Community Foundation is looking for photographs that showcase the county’s charm. The contest is open to all Barry County residents. Each entry should be an 8-by-10inch original work, with a label containing the artist’s name, address and phone number, as well as the title of the print. Color prints must be accompanied by a digital file or a negative. The judges will choose the top 12 entries. Each calendar will cost $5, and proceeds will support Stockham Memorial Fund, which makes donations in the form of art to Barry County area non-profit organizations.A monetary donation also makes funds available for the Thomapple Arts Council to jury new pieces for the col­ lection. The fund also accepts donations of any art form that can be displayed throughout the county for residents to enjoy. Contact the Barry Community Foundation at 269-945-0526 for further questions about the contest or for information about any of the over 140 funds the foun­ dation holds. The theme for the 2010 calendar will be “A Day in the Life of Barry County.” Vermontville royalty appears in Hastings parade 2008 Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen Jaklynn Platte waves to the crowds lining State Street during Hastings’ annual Summerfest Parade. With Platte (from left) are Little Miss Syrup Festival Princess Maddie Young and Queen’s Court members Taketha Pifer and Emily Boltz. (Photo by Sandra Ponsetto). SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS Maple Valley Elementary Lunch Menu Monday, Sept. 1 Labor Day Holiday. Tuesday, Sept. 2 Chicken tenders, mashed potatoes, applesauce, cookie. Wednesday, Sept 3 Ham and cheese sandwich, chips, carrot sticks, push-up. Thursday, Sept 4 Pizza, tossed salad, peach­ es, bread stick. Friday, Sept. 5 Breakfast Hot Pocket, tater tots, juice, Rice Krispie Treat. NOTE: Fuller Alternative Entree Choices: Peanut but­ ter and jelly sandwich, honey and peanut butter sandwich. Maplewood Alternate Entree Choices: 6 oz. Yogurt w/string cheese, chef salad, peanut butter and jelly sand- wich. Maplewood offers a variety of healthy snacks for 50 cents each (cash only: quarters or dollars only). Milk is included with all full meal purchases. Assorted bread choices daily. Breakfast price: $130; Lunch price: $1.90; Adult price: $2.75; milk only: $.45. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Monday, Sept. 1 Labor Day Holiday. Tuesday, Sept. 2 Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes, peaches. Salad Bar. Wednesday, Sept. 3 Quesadilla, whole kernel com, applesauce, Deli Bar. Thursday, Sept. 4 Wrap sandwich, veg. med­ ley, mixed fruit. Mexican fri. & Sat, 9am-10pm Never Open Sundays Yes. We will be OPENLabor Day! Yes, we do make all of our own ICE CREAM! Yes, we are OPEN all year! Yes, our MILK does taste great! Yes, our MILK does last longer! 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Thurs9am-9pm 17757775 OpEN: Monday-Thursday 8 am-5:30 pm; Friday 8 am-7 pm; Saturday 9 am-5:30 pm iHff Bar. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, August 30,2008 — Page 6 Jake’s Day helps preserve hunting tradition for area youth ‘Turtis,’ a painted turtle, were the best part of the day,” said Beau Johnson. “I just like seeing all the animals.” Before taking a break to enjoy the free lunch provided by the Struttin’ Toms, kids were treated to a presentation by Steve Sharp, regional director for the National Wild Turkey Federation. Struttin’ Toms President Theo Savage demonstrated his unique frog call to the audience after Sharp showed off a ‘special’ owl call that blew a puff of baby powder into the unsuspecting user’s face rather than make an owl call. Sharp said the event is ben­ Steve Sharp, regional director of the NWTF, and Sruttin’ Toms President Theo eficial for more than just the Savage showed off a variety of calls to the crowd at Jake’s Day. participants and helps pre­ serve a valuable tradition. “I enjoy the volunteers and the hunting tradition,” said kids for the importance of “It’s not only to educate conservation of wildlife but seeing the accomplishments Sharp of the event. “These also what it brings back into they have done in helping volunteers don’t get paid and the community,” said Sharp. restore wildlife, managing they take an entire Saturday “We teach not only conserva- wildlife and doing things like out of their schedule to do tion but preservation of the today and helping preserve something for kids.” hunting tradition.” Reinstating wild turkeys into Michigan habitat is one of the greatest restoration efforts to take place, accord­ ing to Sharp. “In the 1800s, the turkey was close to extinction,” said Sharp. “Because of the efforts of hunters and conservation­ ists, there are now more than 8 million wild turkeys in the nation.” With ample farmland to feed upon and forest to roost in, Michigan’s turkeys are some of the most sought-after in the nation, noted Sharp. He also praised the volun­ teers from Struttin’ Toms for putting the day together and Honing his aiming skills, Skylar Mullins sights in a BB gun at one of the stations. making a conscious decision to educate youths in the area. Sharp has worked with the 02697856 organization for the past 14 years and counts the people he has met as one of the best aspects of the job. 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE * PHONE: (517) 852-1915 Joan & Homer Winegar, Broker - GRI............................................ Home 517-726-0223 Jerry Reese, Realtor - ABR Home 517-852-5066 by Amy Jo Parish gun station and a host of other The air was full of flying activities. Members of the Local Boy arrows and laughter Saturday,, Aug. 23, at Jake’s Day held Scout Troop 648 took the by the Eaton County Struttin’ opportunity to earn a few badges by camping overnight Toms. The day featured lessons in at the event and helping to set conservation, wildlife and up equipment and activities. hunting skills and was coco-Parents and scouts voiced sponsored by the Eaton their appreciation to the County chapter of the Quality Struttin’ Toms for putting on Management the free event and volunteer­ Deer Association. The Struttin’ ing their time to help educate Toms are the Eaton County area youths. “I didn’t even know they branch of the National Wild said Sandra Turkey Federation, and this is did this,” the second year they have Mullins. “This is great and coordinated Jake’s Day. it’s free. They provide all the More than 50 young out- ammunition and lunch — it’s door enthusiasts traveled to just awesome.” For a trio of young outthe Bellevue Conservation Center to participate in the doorsmen, the highlight ofthe day. 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The Lions had just four boys and three girls finish the races on the day, not enough for team scores. Lion head coach Robb Rosin said that the times were a bit slower than the previous race, but that had something to do with the hour and a halfbus ride to the meet at Jackson Community College, the heat, and the hilly nature of the course. The Lions return to action at Ovid-Elsie on Wednesday. Participants at Jake’s Day were able to brush up on their archery skills at one of the many booths. Here, Allison Ramey pulls lets an arrow fly. GREEN LIGHT DRIVING SCHOOL uc 1 N. Main (M-66), Nashville 517-852-0000 Segment I $285 Sept. 8-25 Sept. 29-Oct. 23 Oct. 27 - Nov. 13 Segment II $40 Sept. 2-4 Parent Meeting (FREE) Sept. 6 at 9 a.m. We partner with parents for SAFE teen drivers!! ______www.qreenliqhtdrivinq.net Maple Valley Schools Alternative Education Schools of Choice MVAE provides: • Safe Schools • Caring Student Centered Teachers • Small Class Sizes a • Quality educational experience for students who may have struggled in traditional school settings i We are now accepting School of Choice applications for the 2OT8-2009 School year. If you live in Eaton, Barry, Calhoun, Ionia or Ingham County Intermediate School Districts you are welcome to join our schools. For application forms and enrollment information call Deb Baker or Chris Parkinson at 517-852-9794. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 30,2008 — Page 7 Maple Valley Riders take part in Eaton County Fair 24 HOURS OPEN: 7 DAYS A WEEK 133 S. Main D I/’OD^-UOOO You’re In, You’re Out... You're HUhie Grocery Store Pricing With Party store Convenience! Cash Flower won the Crandall memorial silver platter in the Eaton County horse competition. Representing the Maple Valley Riders at the Eaton County Fair were (from left) Clay Flower, Cody Cowell, Tiffany Cowell, Brooke Bracy-Flower, Heath Flower and Cash Flower. Once again, the Maple Valley Riders attended the Eaton County 4-H Fair this summer. The small group enjoyed a fun and relaxed time of competing. Cody and Tiffany Cowell showed beef cattle. Tiffany took first place in market beef, two third places in county bred and raised and showmanship. Cody Cowell placed second in market beef. He took fourth place in coun­ ty bred and raised and third in showmanship. Horse Competitors consist­ ed of the Cowells and Cash Bracy-Flower. They all par­ ticipated in Gymkhana events. Tiffany Cowell took one first and second, one fourth. She qualified to com­ pete at the 4-H State Fair, where she took fifth. Cody Cowell took one first, four seconds and one third. Brooke took one first, four seconds and two fourths. Cash took seven firsts and one fourth. Cash won the 12 and under “mini state” award. He brought home the Crandall Memorial Silver Platter. Club members all supported one another, said Tammy Flower, and had a fun 2008 4-H season. Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Hearty Menu Monday, September 1 Labor Day. COA closed. No meal delivery Tuesday, September 2 Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes, broccoli w/cheese, mixed fruit. Wednesday, September 3 BBQ Ribette, mixed veg­ etables, apricots, hamburger bun. Thursday, September 4 Mexican fajita, corn, refried beans, sour cream, orange juice, flour tortilla. . Friday, September 5 Pizza casserole, w/cheddar cheese, peas and carrots, apple crisp. Cold Menu Monday, September 1 Labor Day. COA closed. No meal delivery. Tuesday, September 2 Sliced chicken w/salad dressing, potato salad, apri­ cots, wheat bread. Wednesday, September 3 Egg salad, carrot raisin salad, fruit compote, wheat bread. Thursday, September 4 Chicken pasta salad w/cheddar cheese, broccoli bean salad, pineapple tidbits. Friday, September 5 Tuna salad, marinated veg­ etables, apple crisps, wheat bread. Activities Calendar Monday, September 1: COA closed. Labor Day Observance. Tuesday, September 2: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Bible Study 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, September 3: Hastings - No Nails; Music with Sam; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m. Delton - Reminiscence. Thursday, September 4: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with the Lewis’; Haircuts make appt. Nashville - TV Time. Delton - Puzzles/Trivia. Friday, September 5: Hastings - Exercise 9 a.m.; Mixed Media Painting 9:30 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m.; Model Railroad 12 p.m. Woodland Visiting. �Just Say *A» Advertmed in the Maple Valley News* Tuesday, August 30, 2008 — Page 8 FORECLOSURE NOTICE Thm firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt Any information obtained will be used tor 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: Paul J Smith and Tammy Smith, Husband and Wife to Equifirst Corporation, Mortgagee, dated September 27, 2001 and record­ ed November 8, 2001 in Instrument t 1069495 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was subsequently assigned through mesne assignments to: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. successor by merger to Wells Fargo Bank Minnesota, National Association, (formerly known as Norwest Bank Minnesota, N.A.)(the "Principal"), in its capacity as Trustee under that certain Pooling and Servicing Agreement relating to Structured Asset Securities Corporation Mortgage Pass Through Certificate 2002-HF1, dated as of May 1, 2002 (the "Agreement”) by and among, Structured Asset Securities Corporation, (as Depositor), Aurora Loan Services, Inc. (as Master Servicer) and Household Finance Corporation (as Servicer) and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. (as Trustee), on which mortgage there Is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-One Thousand Two Hundred Dollars and Ninety­ Eight Cents ($141,200.98) including interest 13.5% 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, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on September 18, 2008. Said premises are situated in Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: 10 Acres in Square Form in Southwest corner of the Northwest one-quarter of the Southwest one-quarter of Section 29, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, Excepting therefrom, the follow­ ing described Parcel: Beginning at a point on the West line of Section 29, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, distance 300 feet North of the Southwest comer of the Southwest one-quarter of the Northwest , one-quarter of the Southwest one-quarter of said Section 29, thence North along said West Section line, 360 feet; thence East parallel with the South line of said Southwest onequarter of the Northwest onequarter of the Southwest onequarter, 385 feet; thence South 300 feet; thence West 125 feet; thence South 60 feet; thence West 260 feet to the Place of Beginning. Carlton Township, Barry County, Michigan Commonly known as 3260 N Broadway, Hastings Ml 49058 The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ doned In accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption peri­ od shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expira­ tion of the notice required by MCL 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later. Dated: AUGUST 13, 2008 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. successor by merger to Wells Fargo Bank Minnesota, National Association, (formerly known as Norwest Bank Minnesota, N.A.)(the “Principal"), in Its capacity as Trustee under that certain Pooling and Servicing Agreement relating to Structured Asset Securities Corporation Mortgage Through Pass Certificate 2002-HF1, dated as of May 1, 2002 (the "Agreement") by and among, Structured Asset Securities Corporation/ (as Depositor), Aurora Loan Inc. Services, (as Master Servicer) and Household Finance Corporation (as Servicer ) and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. (as Trustee) Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 08-96971 ASAP# 2853425 08/16/2008, 08/23/2008, 08/30/2008,09/06/2008 oeerezsi Lion ladies show dedication in the gym over the summer In My Own Write .. I by Amy Jo Parish Watch out for flying lattes Members of the Maple Valley summer volleyball team spent a couple nights a work during their vacation work on their skills in the gym. As school draws close and season starts, Maple Valley the high school volleyball varsity volleyball coach Bill Brenton was happy to be able to say that he had 14 young ladies participate in the sum­ mer program to improve their skills. Monday nights this sum­ FORECLOSURE NOTICE This mer, team traveled to Holt to firm is a debt collector attempting compete against 20 teams to collect a debt. Any information from the mid-Michigan area obtained will be used for this pur­ and on Thursday nights, the pose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the team was in the home gym number listed below. MORT­ working on skill develop­ GAGE SALE - Default has been ment made in the conditions of a cer­ The following girls played tain mortgage made by: Greg A on this summer team; Matthews and Angela Ellwood, to Samantha Bissett, Lizzy Oak Street Mortgage LLC, Mortgagee, dated April 26, 2004 Stewart, Tina Westendorp, and recorded May 5, 2004 in Tiffany Allwardt, Kaitlyn Instrument # 1127009 Barry Peterson, Hannah Young, County Records, Michigan. Said Catera Briggs, Kaitlyn mortgage was subsequently assigned through mesne assign­ Wilson, McKenna Mater, and ments to: Household Finance Karlee Mater. Corporation III, on which mort­ Coach Brenton also LEGAL NOTICE gage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eighty Thousand Twenty-Two Dollars and Fifty-Six Cents ($180,022.56) including interest 9.93% 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 vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on October 2, 2008. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 20 acres of the west one half of the north­ west one quarter of section 12, town 1 north, range 8 west, Johnstown Township, Barry County, Michigan, except the school house site in the north­ west corner being 11 rods north and south by 10 rods east and west. Also excepting the east 528 feet of above described parcel. Commonly known as 4100 Lacey Rd, Bellevue Ml 49021 The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, jn which case the redemption peri­ od shall be 30 days from the date of soch sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. Dated: AUGUST 26, 2008 Household Finance Corporation III, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 08-97577 ASAP# 2866308 08/30/2008, 09/06/2008, 09/13/2008, 09/20/2008 obttzbbb acknowledged Chuck Cassidy for taking the time to work with this summer pro­ gram. Coach Cassidy traveled to Holt and to Maple Valley to work with the athletes. Cassidy assisted Maple Valley’s varsity team last year, after retiring as Grand Ledge’s varsity volleyball coach. Brenton said that the Maple Valley program wish­ es Cassidy all the best as he works in the Laingsburg vol­ leyball program this year. Call for classifieds 945-9554 or 1-899-870-7985 Unlock your potential loss of life or limb resulted. The lesson? Extreme pres­ sure can cause extreme results. With another school year about to begin, I have been thinking about all of the things I have learned outside the classroom. Things like, how to drop my car keys down an elevator shaft from seven floors up or how crucial it is to have someone you can call when you decide to get cozy with a ditch on a winter night. One of my favorite historical figures, Albert Einstein, is quoted as saying, "Education is what remains after one has forgotten what one has learned in school. Most of us have heard the term, ‘book smart’ meaning someone is intellectually advanced but may be missing a bit of common sense or ‘street cred’ (as in credentials). In the city, that street cred might come in the form of how to get a cab during rush hour or what streets to avoid after dark. In our neck of the woods, however, street cred is more about knowing how to safely pass a combine or horse and buggy traveling along the road. Or it might involve how to duck when your caffeinat­ ed beverage takes flight. Hopefully, my next lesson doesn’t involve any more objects traveling at high velocity, but I think I’ll buy my lattes for awhile, just to make sure. NOTICE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE RESIDENTS Adult Education Classes g KELLOGG EDUCATIONAL SITE QUEEN STREET, NASHVILLE Life is a learning experience. Each day offers oppor­ tunities to learn something new. It may sound schmaltzy but I really believe it to be true. Once we stop learning we stop growing, and life just isn’t as interesting. Sometimes there are small things to learn, like the importance of taking a few minutes for yourself in the morning or how crucial it is to check to make sure all buttons and zippers are secured before going out in public. Then sometimes, the lessons explode onto the scene, literally. Take last Thursday, for example. Here at the office we were having a breakfast brunch in honor of Nicole, one our layout gurus who is leaving to go back to school. The latte machine (belonging to a staff member —- not the company) was cranking until a small clog caused a few moments of chaos. The milk steamer has a hole the size of a pin that blows the high-temperature pressurized air through to heat the milk. Evidently, the lid of the machine was not screwed on tightly because once enough pressure built up, it flew straight up off the machine and into the ceiling, taking a ceiling tile with it on its journey. After the dust settled (and there was plenty of it), the damage was thankfully minimal. The ceiling tile was a total loss and there were a few fragments in the food, but no Maple Valley Alternative Education will be offering daytime adult education classes at the Kellogg Educational site on Queen Street in Nashville. Classes will begin Tuesday, September 2nd Call Debbie or Chris at 517-852-9794 for more information Maple Valley Alternative Education is a 'School of Choice’ School Any registered voter of the Village of Nashville, who would be interested in serving on the Nashville Village Council (two open positions) OR any area resident who would be interested in serving on the Nashville Zoning Board (three open seats), or on the Nashville Planning Commission (one open seat) should send a letter of intent to the Nashville Village Office at 203 N. Main St. PO Box 587, Nashville, MI 49073. Cathy Lentz Village Clerk 02697853 PUBLIC HEARING BRUSH PICK UP The Village of Nashville Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on September 18,2008 at 7:00 p.m. in the council chambers. 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 by Monday morning. PLEASE DO NOT PUT OUT LEAVES AT THIS TIME WE WILL BE PICKING LEAVES UP AT A LATER DATE. SUBJECT: The purpose ofthis hearing is to hear public discussion on a variance permit request for 904 Gregg Street to build a one story building around existing mobile home. The section of the Zoning Ordinance in question is Chapter 6 (R-2 one and two-family residence district). The Village ofNashville views non-action on the part ofvillage residents to be the same as voicing approval ofthe request Ifyou wish to comment in writing on this variance request you must do so by September 18,2008 and turn it into the Village ofNashville, 203 N. Main St PO Box 587, Nashville, Ml. 2697858 Nashville DPW 02697870 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 30, 2008 — Page 9 Ddication, continued from page 1 - I SX L w : ws SSx"* ■XW"?“*i "“*i S>* **^Sf S ^>S*f kk; SUS '*<*&* Jh ^42!! M t In® Midi tibditajugi* ■W iiriiffl-objttts tmlif M kd MlODliK ■ gutf people from the Lakewood community have been will­ ing to give of their time, tal­ ent and treasures. In the times when we did not know how to do something you shared your talents with the ranch. In the times when we did not know how we were going to get it done, you showed up and many hands made light work. On some of those Saturday mornings when I wanted to go home, you showed up and we had a great day building in the cold weather. In the times when we were not sure how the bills would get paid, you were there with your sup­ port. You should be proud of yourself as a community in how you have collaborated in putting this together. You have proved if you have a vision, passion, and a plan, you can get it done.” Cook introduced Richard Coppess, Ron’s older brother and co-founder of Sunny Crest He is also board secre­ tary. “I know that when Ron went to Richard and asked him about starting the Sunny Crest Ranch, (Richard) was a little taken aback. But as time went on, he came to realize and understand why Ron had this dream,” related Cook. Richard told of growing up in the Coppess family and all the foster children his par­ ents took in. He saw first­ hand the success a stable home life can have on a youngster. Steve Barnum was thee next speaker. In addition to being the board president, he has been a leader in the com­ munity for more than 40 years. He has also been a personal mentor to Ron for more than 30 years. Barnum spoke of the many hurdles that have been overcome to make the ranch on M-43 a reality. Cook again took the podi­ um, “You all know of Ron and Ellyn’s dream of having PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: >•*55 55 S> $s $s> 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 martini 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, lb report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-45 1,2980. The HUD tollfree telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. OMPMPOLHROTUNSIMTQ 0 Y I UfOinOfOlTJlJT I<J: n Rev. David Flagel from Lakewood United Methodist calls for a blessing on the new home and the many who volunteered their time and talents. Ron Coppess, (from left) Randy Roth and Steve Barnum attach the Karen Roth Home sign to the posts. Randy Roth, husband of the late Karen Roth, spoke about her dedication to helping worthy causes such as the youth ranch. ‘The world lost a great person,” he said. a home for 10 to 18-year-old abused and neglected boys. We have known for some time of a dire need in the tri­ county area for a facility like this. Boys who meet the cri­ teria for participation here at the ranch have previously been placed out of state at an alarming rate.” “It is our goal to change the cycle of abuse and neg­ lect for the boys here at the ranch. We want every boy at the ranch to believe they can and work hard and get smart; in other words, graduate from school with a salable skill and the academics need­ ed to pursue additional edu­ cation if they so desire.” Cook then spoke of fund­ ing from the Kellogg Foundation made possible by the vision of the late Karen Roth of Barry County. “Ron met Karen at a sem­ inar in 2007. Long story short, we met at the W. K. Caitlen Ceatf & landscaping Just north of MooVille ... 5715 South M-66 • 517-852-1864 SUMMER SALE!!! All in stock Troes & Shrubs • 25 ° Off Hydrangeas6 — Hardy Mums are in! Assorted Colors — Landscaping - FREE Estimates New Fall Hours: Tues.-Frl. 9-5; Sat. 9-4; (Labor Day Weekend open Sat. 9-2) Kellogg Foundation to make a presentation for funding. Through Karen Roth’s lead­ ership, we were able to receive the seed money for what you see today ... The ranch has assets worth over 1 million dollars today. With the funding by Kellogg, thousands of hours of volun­ teer, labor and several fund raisers, we are only in debt about $220,000 today.” Ron then began the dedi­ cation to Roth. “Karen Roth became a friend of mine and the ranch almost instantly, and shortly after that, I became friends with Randy (Karen’s hus­ band). Karen embraced her position at the foundation with as much professional­ ism and passion as a person could have. There will be hundreds of boys that will never meet Karen Roth but they will know her name, see her picture, and live in the home that bears her name.” He then unveiled the sign. “Karen Roth breathed life into the SCYR. Because of Karen Roth, kids will have a safe place to live; parents will get a second chance; lives will be healed; history will be changed; the cycle of no dad in the home will be broken; Billy and Johnny will get a second chance at life. All of this happened because Karen Roth and the foundation took a chance on the SCYR. “Will people remember your good looks, your wealth, the position that you have held in 100 years? No, but they will remember if you made a difference in the life of a child. Karen Roth will be remembered.” Ron introduced Randy Roth who spoke about Karen’s dedication to help­ ing worthy causes such as the youth ranch. “The world lost a great person.” Bannum, Randy and Ron then installed the Karen Roth sign on the posts outside the home. Elisa Jackson from So Simply in Lake Odessa pre­ sented a poster she had made for the home. It had a rustic western look showing a cow­ boy on horseback twirling a lasso. It reads: “My troubles are over, and I am home.” Mike Cook accepts a poster for the home from Elisa Jackson of So Simply in Lake Odessa. It has a rustic western look showing a cowboy on horseback twirling a lasso. It reads: “My troubles are over, and I am home." Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 cobb well drilling (REPAIR • • • • 7 Day Service Pumps Installed & Repaired Service On Submersible Pumps 2” - 5" Well Drilling and Repair 30 Years Experience Estimates Available 517-726-0377 356 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Richard Cobb David Cobb Ml Uc. *1748 Hansbarge Heating & Air Conditioning i LIENED INSURED Vermontville, Ml COLE HANSBARGER Owner Featuring Ruud Gas Furnaces and Air Conditioners. Full Line of Indoor Air Duality Products • FREE Estimates �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, August 30, 2008 — Page 10 Maple Valley keeps it Maple Valley’s Ross Smith (right) battles for position with Lakewood’s Sam Desgranges as they chase after the ball in the Lions’ end of the field during the sec­ ond half Monday. (Photo by Brett Bremer) by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Maple Valley had a shot glance off the top ofthe cross bar just before the end of the first half of Monday’s non- 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. Richard Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available 726-0088 (517) 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE Now accepting MasterCard & Visa Lakewood’s Justin Russ who lobbed a shot up and over Maple valley keeper Ethan Clark. The Vikings held the ball in the Lion’s end of the field for much of the second half, and never had many strong scoring chances the other way. Adam Zank did a solid job of leading the Lion defense in turning away the Viking attack. Lakewood would have liked to take better advantage of all that possession in the opponents’ end of the field. “We came in with a can’t lose attitude I guess,” LeVeque said. “I’m very disappointed. We don’t have half the shots on goal against these guys we had last week against Saranac.” Maple For Valley, Monday’s game was the first in th%Jree days for the Lions. That’s a tough thing for a young team which only has one sub on its bench at this point in the season. “I wish I could just put in a mannequin for a minute, or a crash test dummy to go stand out there,” Meersma said. conference contest with Lakewood at Fuller Street Field. Lakewood held a 1-0 lead at that point, and went on to a 3-0 victory over the Lions, but Maple Valley was happy to be in the game as the sec'ond half got rolling. “I talked about that at halftime,” said Maple Valley head coach Josh Meersma. “Luck goes both ways and something could have happened there, and that would have been maybe a different feeling for them.” “The first half we did a good job of staying in the game. Even though it wasn’t an even sided match, it was a one goal game and anything could happen.” Luck didn’t turn the way of the Lions, but in the end Lakewood head coach had better things to say about Maple Valley’s team than his own. “Maple Valley played real hard. They were aggressive and our guys couldn’t handle it,” said LeVeque. Neo Kuras had the first goal of the game for Maple Valley, early in the second half. He added a second tally in the final seconds off an assist from Cody Brown. Lakewood’s other goal came following a comer kick six and a halfminutes into the second half, as luck went in its direction. Maple Valley got the ball cleared out of the goalmouth, but right to The Vermontville United Methodist Church will host a spaghetti dinner to benefit Sunny Crest Youth Ranch QUALITY, VALUE 8 SERVICE • • HEATING HEATING&&COOLING COOLINGPRODUCTS PRODUCTS Complete Air Conditioning Service and Installation Tankless Water Heater Sales and Service • 24 Hour Phone Service • Free Estimates Serving Your Community for Over 40 Years Lake Odessa (616) 374-7595 Lion defense steals the ball away from the Rams 5 times The football belonged to Maple Valley Thursday night. The Lion varsity football team opened its 2008 season by scoring a 26-7 Kalamazoo Valley Association victory at Galesburg-Augusta. Maple Valley did it by winning the turn-over battle. While the Lion offense took care ofthe football, the Rams turned the ball over five times. Maple Valley had three interceptions in the game, one each for Jeff Burd, Brandon Cosgrove, and Tyler Franks, while Nick Thurlby and Zack Eddie both picked up Ram fumbles. “We played great defense in the game, and played solid for four quarters,” said head coach Guenther Mittelstaedt. “Again, we had a solid run­ ning game and played great Dinner to benefit Sunny Crest Youth Ranch FROST HEATING & COOLING • New Construction Designed and Installed • Boiler Service and Installation • Radiant Floor and Ceiling Installation • Duct Cleaning and Sanitizing Maple Valley’s Sean Curtis slides in to knock the ball off the feet of Lakewood’s Keith Catt during the second half of Monday’s non-conference contest at Fuller St. Field. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Nashville (517) 852-9565 8 Saturday, Sept. 13. Dinner will be served from 4:30 to 7 p.m. The free-will donation dinner includes garlic bread, vegetables and ice cream dessert. Take-out dinners will be available. The dinner is sponsored by the outreach committee. The proceeds will be used for the ranch’s bam. The church is located at 108 N. Main St., in down­ town Vermontville. defense.” Thurlby’s fumble recov­ ery near midfield set the Lions’ up for their first score. The Lion offense followed with a ten-play 47-yard scor­ ing drive, culminating in a three-yard touchdown run by Thurlby. The next time the Lions took over, they again found themselves near midfield, at the Ram 45-yard-line. Trent Courtney took off on a 37yard run on the very first play ofthe drive, and eventu­ ally the Lions tallied their second touchdown on a oneyard quarterback keeper by Kyle Fisher. Burd ran in the two-point try for a 14-0 Maple Valley lead. Courtney ended the night as the Lions’ top rusher, car­ rying the ball 11 times for 86 yards. The Lions carried that 14­ 0 lead into the fourth quarter, where they added a five-yard TD run by Fisher and a nineyard TD run by James Fletcher to put the Rams away. The Rams finally got on the scoreboard with 1:02 left to play in the game, on a 36yard run by David VandeLaare. Donnie Jensen and Thurlby both had six tackles to pace the Lion defense. Behind Courtney in the Lion rushing attack, Thurlby carried the ball 11 times for 42 yards and Burd ran eight times for 34 yards. Fisher rushed for 29 yards on eight carries, including the two touchdowns, and completed one of his two pass attempts for 13 yards. Courtney had the lone Lion reception. The lions had 245 yards of total offense, to 147 for the Rams. Galesburg-Augusta got 42 yards on 15 carries from Andrew McCubbin. Ram quarterback Jordan Ball completed just 3-of-13 pass attempts for 35 yards. The Lions are now tied atop the KVA standings with the other four winners from Thursday night. Having a ten-team league means that every contest of the season is a conference contest. In other action around the league Thursday, Constantine topped Pennfield 27-21; Kalamazoo Christian beat Schoolcraft 25-0; Olivet topped Hackett Catholic Central 38-14, and Parchment downed Delton Kellogg 14-12. . GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 269-945-9554 to start getting all the news ofBarry County. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 30, 2008 — Page 11 Summer reading wraps up at Vermontville Township Library The 2008 Summer Reading Program, “Catch the Reading Bug, Bug,”” at Vermontville Township Library ended Aug. 26 with a prize auction and a special “buggy” cake to celebrate a busy summer of reading and programs. The program began June 17 with a kick-off event. Participants picked up pro­ gram materials, set up bug habitats to raise butterflies, praying mantises, and lady bugs, and made “baggy but­ terflies.” They were also given a bag of “junk” and instructions to make a bug out of the items in the bag. These bugs were then put on display at the library for library patrons to judge. Winners of the contest were Brianna Jordan, most creative bug; Quentin Faynor, best use ofmaterials; Mercedes Scott, creepiest bug; Brooklyn Scott, biggest pest; Austin Ledford, most unusual bug; Jade Scott, most realistic bug; and Ford Faynor, cutest bug. On July 1, a bug safari was held with the help of local entomologist Barb Roush. The children searched for bugs, made a “bug trap” from a pop bottle, made buggy bracelets, and learned buggy songs. On July 15, “Stormy” the Magician aka Dave Storms F» tajlMjj Bulk ®j(ai sfesut iitaliljijiiii sfel diwlto (W ta. ME I I (ifctaC litart ]nk«fiania ftriftli ufeh ipft ftli f Hain! M^pw inliAi sfcW Iklim”* ifflilikBffa rtfe"®* "* l& Si For Sale Real Estate Automotive FOR SALE: 100' of 1" Pex Pipe and 50' of 7" diameter by 8' insulation for outdoor wood boiler underground supply. BEST OFFER. (517)852-9913 3 BEDROOM HOME ON 5 ACRES. 3-1/2 car attached garage, 2-1/2 baths, large fenced in back yard. 15 years old, cathedral ceilings, large kitchen & dining room, large deck off main floor, oak stairway. Thomapple-Kellogg schools. $175,000. Call 517-507-9941 $ TOP DOLLAR $ Paid for: Junk cars Trucks, Buses 269-420-2676 7 Days FRAMES AND CUSTOM matte cutting. By appoint­ ment only. Call Picture This Photography. (269)948-4669 THIS IS NOT YOUR AVERAGE MOTORCY­ CLE!!! 2003 HARLEY V-ROD. NEW CUSTOM PAINT, RIMS, PIPES, BRAKES. LOWERED 1", LOTS OF CHROME. THIS IS AN EYE CATCHING BIKE! MUST SEE TO BE­ LIEVE NOT DESCRIBA­ BLE WITH WORDS!!!! $11,700. (616)893-6681 Foster Care Hunting bugs outside the library was just one of the many activities. presented a “buggy” magic show. On July 29, “The Good, the Bad, and the (B)ugly” brought novice bee keeper Janice Crane, dressed in her bee-keeping outfit and toting equipment, to share the fun ofbee keeping with the audi­ ence. Volunteer Cheryl Sheridan presented a slide show of good, bad, and ugly bugs,- cockroach- races were held, and fun foam caterpil­ lars was the craft of the evening. On Aug. 12, participants enjoyed the movie A Bug’s Life, complete with popcorn. This year, there was a sep­ arate program for teen read­ ers. On June 26, they got together for a jewelry-mak­ ing workshop with local crafter Kathy Carrigan. On July 17, the group had a Wii Game night, featuring Guitar Hero, and Dance, Dance Revolution games. On Aug. 7, teen craft night found them constructing items with duct tape. Flip flops, hats, wallets and CD cases were fashioned from the colored tape. Another new program this year, was Family Movie Night. With donations in memory of Cecil Valdick, Readers were able to the library purchased a proDance jector that can be used with a play ‘Dance, computer or DVD player to Revolution’ during the convey a large image on a event. screen. The Revue theater m fUtPi 1P Participants make ‘buggy’ bracelets as part of the program. group then purchased the public viewing license required to show movies to a crowd. Donations from Vermontville Maple Syrup Association, Vermontville Fire and EMS Association, Vermontville Post of the American Legion, and the Vermontville Lions Club purchased a 12-by-12-foot screen that is permanently installed in the opera house for use by the community to show films or present pro­ grams to a crowd. On alternate Tuesdays, a family film featuring “books made into movies” was pre­ sented. Popcorn was donated and popped by the Vermontville Women’s Club, and pop was donated by Duey’s Comer, making the entire event free to the community. Movies shown were Charlotte's Web, Tom Sawyer, Enchanted, The Princess Bride, Nancy Drew and The Waterhorse. The wrap-up evening, Aug. 26, brought both age groups together for the read­ ers to bid on prizes using the tickets they had acquired over the duration of the pro­ gram. Readers received one ticket for every 50 pages they read. The 50 participants read a total of 98,650 pages. Katie Rood was the top reader with 14,450 pages read. Even the youngest readers got into the spirit of the auction, actively bidding on their favorite items. Donations from local busi­ nesses helped to extend the library budget to include enough prizes for every read­ er. Donors included M-C Auto Repair and Towing, Vermontville Women’s Club, Independent Bank of Vermontville, WalMart, Kelly Fuels, Pizza Hut of Michigan, and the Michigan Friends of Education, who donated cash, gift cards, sup­ plies, refreshments, and books for the summer read­ ing program. COULD YOURS, BE A FU­ TURE FOSTER FAMILY? Caring homes are needed for Barry County foster children of all ages. Classes to learn more begin with an orienta­ tion in Charlotte Wednesday evening, September 10 th, and run for 4 Saturdays, •9am-4pm. For no-cost infor­ mation packet or to preregis­ ter for these no-cost, no-obli­ gation classes singles, cou­ ples, and families are wel­ come to email MuellerHayesJ@michigcm.gov or telephone: (269)948-3216 For Rent FOR RENT: near Sunfield, 3 bedroom, 1-1/2 bath, with A/C and 2 stall garage. No pets, no smoking. $900 per month plus utilities, $900 de­ posit and references required. (269)945-0697 NASHVILLE: 2 BEDROOM apartment. (517)852-9386 NASHVILLE: nice 1 & 2 bedroom upstairs apart­ ments for rent. MSHDA ap­ proved. roved. References required. (517)852-0852 Garage Sale FALL CLEANING SALE: 1485 N. M-66, Woodland (from M-43/M-50 and M-66 comers head south on M-66. Second house on the right past Coats Grove Road). Clothing, household, etc. Too many items to list. Priced to sell! Everything must go! Sunday, September 7th ONLY!! 10am-4pm. No early sales. MULTI-FAMILY LARGE Broadway, SALE: 154 E. Broadwa Woodland, September 4th6th, 9am-5pm. clothing: baby girls and and some some boys boys 0-2T, 0-2T, girls womens and mens smallplus sizes excellent condition, household items, some furniture, toys, VHS movies, like new chicken rotisserie. Dirt Devil bagless vacuum. Items added daily, all priced to sell. No early sales please. CaH (269)367-4659. Help Wanted 15 OPENINGS: no experi­ ence necessary', full time, start now. $400 weekly, vari­ ous positions. 616-245-7654. POSTAL JOBS $17.89S28.27/HR,now hiring. For application & free government job info, call American Assoc, of Labor 1913-599-8226.24/hrs. em­ ployment services. PRE-SCHOOL TEACHER'S AIDE: Maple Valley Public Schools has three pre-school teacher's aide positions open for the 2008/2009 school. 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Call 269-945-9554 for Reach over 4,000 area homes every week �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Tuesday, August 30, 2008 — Page 12 Catch Quality Whitetails Television on The Outdoor Channel Times: Sundays, 2:30 pm Mondays, 2:00 pm Fridays, 2:30 am Quality Deer Management Association ’Managing Today For 4 Bettor Tomorrow" This article is part ofa series ofarticles brought to you by the Eaton County Quality Deer Management Association. For information or questions call 800-209-DEER. Quality Deer Management - Team Work -- Developing Successful QDM Cooperatives BY: BY BRIAN MURPHY, DEAN STEWART, DR. STEVE DEMARAIS, & DON BALES, JOE HAMILTON, DR. R. LARRY MARCHINTON, DONALD WOOD & DR. KARL MILLER Accepting New Members under the normal hunting season and bag Cooperative Membership details and compile a generic report for the Interest in managing whitetails for improved limits. This greatly increases the ability to entire cooperative. Such a report should herd quality and hunting opportunities has Hopefully, as the cooperative becomes control deer density on the cooperative — a Membership in a QDM Cooperative can include the total number ofdoes and bucks increased greatly in recent decades. This successful, additional landowners and be formal or informal. In general, the more real challenge in many areas. Some DMAPs harvested by age class, their physical interest has led thousands of landowners hunting clubs will wish to join. This is properties and people involved, the greater have minimum acreage requirements, characteristics, and how this information and hunters to implement deer management great, but also deserves a few cautions. which preclude small landowners from the need for a formalized membership compares to the established goals of the programs on the lands they own or hunt. While it varies in each situation, it is participating. However, most allow the process. The membership process should QDM Cooperative. However, the success of many of these possible for the cooperative to become minimum acreage requirement to be met include a simple written agreement signed programs has been limited due to the small so large that it becomes unwieldy and through the formation of a cooperative. by each landowner and club representative Hunter Benefits acreage under management. This situation inefficient. Also, new members may wish indicating they will abide by the established has been magnified by habitat loss, forest to exert more influence or direction than Establishing Habitat Management guidelines, though they may enact more Perhaps the most obvious benefit ofa QDM fragmentation, and a reduction in average existing members are comfortable with. Goals stringent requirements on their own Cooperative to hunters is the opportunity property size. Some small property owners All of these issues can be overcome, but property. to hunt a high-quality deer herd containing and hunters have simply given up, while require some careful consideration in Another benefit of a QDM Cooperative It is a good idea to establish some others have erected high-fences. Other numerous adult bucks. However, there are advance. Before accepting a new member, formal acknowledgement of cooperative is the ability to manage habitat over a many benefits not related to harvesting motivated hunters have elected to form existing members should review their larger area. Landowners and hunters on members. Such acknowledgement may deer. One of the most important is Quality Deer Management Cooperatives. current policies and make these clear to small properties generally focus only on include property signs, vehicle decals, and improved relationships with surrounding This article is a reduced version of the prospective members. Doing this will help improving the habitat on their property membership Cards. All will help identify landowners and hunters. As groups new QDMA publication. Establishing avoid conflicts. unite in a common goal, they develop Successful Quality Deer Management a sense of pride and accomplishment Cooperatives, now available from the Dealing with Uncooperative Neighbors in their collective effort. This requires QDMA. the establishment of honesty and trust Almost without exception, a non-member — the two most important ingredients in a What is a Quality Deer Management group within or adjacent, to the boundaries successful QDM Cooperative. This will not Cooperative? of the cooperative will create problems happen overnight and occasional setbacks for existing members. These properties will occur. Over time, this trust will result A Quality Deer Management Cooperative may range from those not hunted to those in the establishment of lasting friendships (QDM Cooperative) is simply a group allowing the harvest of deer of any sex and a mutual bond. These relationships of property owners and hunters working or age. Both situations can present real will allow the sharing of information and together to improve the quality of the problems. expertise that will improve the hunting for deer herd and hunting experiences on Unhunted properties can be both a blessing all involved. their collective acreages. Cooperatives and a curse. They are great places for bucks Management costs also can be reduced vary in size, number of participants, and to seek refuge during the hunting season, through QDM Cooperatives. Typically, it organizational structure depending on which enables more to survive, but reduces is more cost-effective to purchase lime, the needs and objectives of members. the number immediately available for fertilizer, food plot seed, and other items in By forming a cooperative, members harvest by cooperative members. Large, gain the management advantages of bulk. This will require some coordination, unhunted properties can make it difficult to but can result in substantial savings. a larger landowner. Cooperatives are harvest enough antlerless deer to maintain Another possible benefit is the sharing voluntary affiliations and in no way entitle proper herd density. Many property of equipment and other resources. One neighboring hunters access to your properly owners that do not allow hunting either member of the QDM Cooperative may or diminish the landowner's control. They do not understand the need to control their have a tractor, dozer, or other piece of are simply collections of landowners and deer herds or may have had unpleasant hunters that establish and abide by agreed equipment to loan, rent, or trade for some experiences with hunters in the past. With deer management guidelines to enable other item or service. Other items that with little knowledge or concern about the a careful and respectful approach, many improved management over a larger area. could be shared include a refrigerated deer members and assist with identifying habitat composition or quality on adjacent of these landowners can be convinced to Benefits of a QDM Cooperative cooler, shooting range, meeting facility, trespassers and poachers. dove field, or even a tracking dog. properties. While habitat management allow hunting, or at least be supportive of In most cases, no fee is attached to Deer Herd Benefits Another important benefit of a QDM membership. Possible exceptions include practices are restricted to an individual the goals of the cooperative. Cooperative is the ability to better control a small contribution to cover costs property basis, with some planning and Uncooperative neighbors that do not follow The benefits of a QDM Cooperative to trespassing and poaching. As groups associated with mailings to association creative management, these practices the deer harvest guidelines also can limit a deer herd are numerous. They enable of hunters from adjoining properties members, signs, decals, awards, or food can be successfully Jinked with those on management success. Some neighbors can landowners and hunters with small unite to produce quality deer, they will for the annual meetings. If imposed, fees adjoining properties. The use of an aerial be influenced over time to join. In other landholdings to participate in QDM. have an increased interest in preventing should be kept as low as possible to cover photograph of the entire cooperative will cases, a new landowner or hunting club Research has shown that the average home unauthorized or illegal access. In many necessary expenses. greatly assist in identifying and linking may be necessary for positive change to range of adult bucks varies from several cases, trespassers and poachers go travel corridors and similar habitat types. occur. hundred to a few thousand acres. Home unnoticed because area hunters do not It is recommended that a long-term habitat Occasionally, landowners are unaware ranges of adult does are slightly smaller. know who is authorized to hunt on the Establishing Deer Management Goals management plan be created for the entire of the activities of the hunters on their Research also indicates that most young adjoining properties. cooperative. property. Convincing these landowners of bucks disperse one to several miles from Once the QDM Cooperative is formed, one the benefits of the cooperative often can their birth area'between the ages of six and Establishing a QDM Cooperative ofthe first steps is to establish realistic deer Maintaining the Cooperative result in cooperation from existing hunters. 24 months. These findings show several management goals and objectives. The Several years of success may be required thousand acres are required to contain the The first step to establishing a QDM length of time required to achieve these Once a QDM Cooperative is established, to convince these hunters of the merits of normal movements of whitetails. A larger cooperative is to identify a potential area. goals depends on deer herd, habitat quality, the challenge is to keep it intact and moving the cooperative. Regardless, never give up area under management enables a greater Generally, it is centered around a group of and commitment level of participating in a positive direction. This is not always hope and keep these landowners and non­ percentage of the “neighborhood” deer hunters already participating in or interested clubs. Emphasize that changes will not easy. The key is to keep it enjoyable and member groups informed of the activities herd to be encompassed under a single in establishing a QDM program. Aerial occur overnight and participants should to keep members informed and involved. and successes ofthe cooperative. Nothing management program. photographs and topographic maps can commit for a minimum of three to five The annual meetings outlined earlier will will do more to encourage theirparticipation Does this mean a QDM Cooperative must help determine the layout and distribution years. help, but interest may begin to wane over in the future than to make it clear that be several thousand acres to be successful? ofhabitat types on properties. Deer management goals should include time. Involve property representatives they are “missing out” on the benefits Not necessarily. Experience from those Next, establish the minimum starting the minimum size and age ofbucks to be in the decision-making process to build of membership. It also is a good idea to involved in smaller cooperatives has size of the cooperative. Generally, 2.000 harvested as well as the number and age of ownership in and commitment to the encourage these landowners and hunters to shown that in some situations positive acres or more are recommended. This antlerless deer to be harvested. Both should program. Implement competitions, attend QDM seminars or tojoin the Quality results can be achieved on less than 1,000 may not always be possible, so adjust be based on existing harvest data (where incentives, and awards for following rules Deer Management Association. Once they acres. Obviously, the more land under your goals accordingly. The next step available) and advice from an experienced and achieving goals. gain a better understanding of QDM, they management the better, and any increase in is to identify potential participants. wildlife biologist. Possible examples include quality buck will be more likely to join the cooperative acreage likely will improve management Properties immediately adjacent to the The starting point for most QDM and doe contests, prizes for first and in the future. Ifail else fails, recognize that success. Ultimately, QDM Cooperatives central property are the most important, so Cooperatives is the protection of yearling oldest deer, and most improved property. some losses to neighboring properties will can lead to increased deer herd quality, concentrate initial efforts there. Sometimes, bucks. While many properties use a Other awards might include the property occur and manage accordingly. improved hunter satisfaction, and enhanced identifying the landowners and hunters on minimum number of antler points, this with the fewest number of button bucks One proven strategy to increase the recreational value of all wildlife resources. adjoining properties requires some effort. can be counterproductive in high-quality or undersized bucks harvested or awards number of older bucks is to establish A second benefit of a QDM Cooperative is One of the best ways is to talk with key habitats. Antler spread, main beam length, for individuals that have made significant sanctuaries or areas that are not hunted. the opportunity to bettermanage the density, landowners who have lived in the area for gross Boone & Crockett score, or buck contributions to the cooperative. These areas provide a safe haven for distribution, and physical characteristics of many years. They often know who owns quotas are typically better approaches Typical ways ofkeeping members informed bucks during the season and help reduce the local deer herd. It is more difficult on properties in the area. Other good sources in these areas. With experience, body include distribution of annual harvest losses. Where possible, sanctuaries should small properties to establish and manipulate include the county tax office, county characteristics also can be used as a basis reports or a periodic newsletter. These be 50 acres or larger and contain thick deer density, sex ratio, or age structure agricultural extension agent, and regional for harvest. can be simple or elaborate documents vegetation. Also, habitat management because many ofthese deer spend much of wildlife biologists. Once all the landowners Where available, QDM Cooperatiives depending on the needs ofthe cooperative efforts should be directed away from their lives on adjacent lands. This makes and hunting groups have been identified, should work with existing deer management and the time and abilities of the person(s) cooperative boundaries to reduce losses to it nearly impossible to control deer density contact each personally and invite them programs administered by the state wildlife willing to coordinate such efforts. Finally, uncooperative neighbors. and improve buck age structure and a to a meeting to discuss the possibility of agency such as the Deer Management be patient. Expect mistakes and obstacles leading reason why many QDM programs forming a QDM Cooperative. Assistance Program (DMAP). These and always work as a team. Why Cooperatives Fail on small properties fail. By implementing programs often allow greater flexibility a QDM program across a larger area, it is for antlerless deer harvest than is available While several factors can result in failure possible to effectively manage these herd of a QDM Cooperative, most can be characteristics. avoided with advance recognition and Another benefit of a QDM Cooperative is planning. A common reason for failure the ability to pool harvest and observation occurs when goals and expectations exceed . data. In most cases, the number of deer local limitations of deer herd or habitat. harvested on small properties is so small Organizers should ensure that members’ and variable that harvest data are oflimited expectations are realistic and achievable. value. This forces managers on these Failure also is possible when members properties to make management decisions fail to allow' adequate time for significant based on limited information. The pooling population changes to occur. of harvest and observation data providess a A common example is when members do more complete “picture'* of the local deer not allow enough time to recruit bucks herd and enables more precise management into older age classes. Cooperatives may recommendations to be established. also fail due to the inability of members Hunters may be reluctant to provide to harvest mature bucks or refrain from harvest and/or observation data because harvesting immature bucks. Judging they do not wish to reveal locations of antler size and age “on the hoof’ is a deer sightings or harvests. One way to skill that requires time and experience. address this problem is for hunterss on Mature bucks are more wary and often Eaton County Branch each property* to collect their harvest and have different activity patterns than youn young observation data and supply it to a statee or bucks. Finally, cooperatives can fail if private wildlife biologist after the hunting participants do not establish trust and work season for analysis. The biologist can then together effectively. remove any hunter- or property-specific The Eaton County Branch of Quality Deer Management Association would like to help youjump start your own neighborhood Co-op. Funds are curently available for mailings, flyers, organizational meetings etc. Help make a change in your area! Call for details: Ron Wilson: 517652-9133 Jim Strader: sl7930-2586 Brian Elliston: 517541-0191 Joel Malicuit: 517726-0025 Shoot or Don't Shoot? Your Choice What a difference a year makes! www.nniqclma.com 8OO-2O9-DEER 02697868 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/822/MapleValleyNews_2008-09-06.pdf f0edda31a164a47d1b6186e4367dcb9a PDF Text Text MAPLE VALLEY I, — W■W J Hastings Public Library 227 E State St Hastings Ml 49058-1817 MVN Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 136-No. 36, September 6, 2008 Township offers Kalamo Township EMS contract by Amy Jo Parish Fees charged for EMS coverage of Kalamo Township has been a muchdiscussed topic in recent months. Last Thursday, Township Supervisor Russ Laverty said that an amount had been settled on by the township and the contract was sent to the Kalamo Township Board. Vermontville Township decided to charge $360 per section although Kalamo Township had not accepted or denied the contract. Officer Brian Peacock of the Eaton County Sheriff’s Department reported to the board that nearly 75 calls were placed for the township and village for the month of July. The majority of the calls were traffic stops, along with six larcenies and two personal-injury accidents. Fire Chief Monte O’Dell also reported to the board that the only run for the department was to assist the EMS department with a per­ sonal-injury accident. The department has also been completing waterball training every Wednesday with other area departments. The EMS department completed 14 runs during the month, including nine patients transported and two airlifted, reported O’Dell. Josh Norton was also offi­ cially hired as part of the fire department. Laverty made the hiring recommendation to the board and said Norton applied in April of this year, has been attending monthly meetings since then, and even went along on a few runs with the department. Brad and Dale Laverty also spent an afternoon refin­ ishing and staining the entrance doors to the Vermontville Opera House. Audience member Joe Harvey volunteered to pur­ chase kick plates for the doors to help prevent wear. Trustee Brian Moore gave an update on recent repairs that have been completed at the opera house. “Quite a lot has gotten done,” said Moore. “The painting will be getting start­ ed pretty soon here.” The interior of the historic venue will receive a new coat ofpaint. Volunteers will complete the painting job that was started more than two years ago. Maple Valley Real Estate Local farm awarded energy efficiency grant to close after 23 years Homer and Joan Winegar have worked from their downtown Nashville location for more than 20 years and will retire from the business in the coming weeks. The business space at 227 North Main Street in Nashville will soon be empty. Homer and Joan Winegar of Vermontville have decided to close up shop after 23 years in busi­ ness. The Winegars began their real estate business in May of 1985 and have been in the same location, next to the post office, ever since. The couple said they have enjoyed working and serving in the community, and are thankful for all the people they have met and worked with along the way, especially Jerry Reese who has been their sales associ­ ate for the past 10 years. “He has been a great friend and very helpful in many decisions along the way,” wrote the Winegars in a recent press release. Joan and Homer will be enjoying their children, grandchildren and great­ grandchildren, their extended family and church family along with gardening, fishing and trav­ eling. Woodland Township Board chooses ambulance service The Woodland Township Board has approved a oneyear contract with the Castleton - Maple Grove Nashville EMS to provide ambulance service to town­ ship residents. This service has been providing interim coverage of Woodland Township since Lakewood Community Ambulance ended its operation in April. Residents needing ambu­ lance service should dial 911, said Township Clerk Cheryl Allen. Castleton - Maple Grove Nashville EMS is consider­ ing offering care plans in its service area, but those plans are not yet available, said Allen. If care plans become available, the information will be given to residents, she added. Anyone with questions about ambulance service should call the township office at 269-367-4915. by Amy Jo Parish The United States Department of Agriculture Rural Development program recently awarded $35 million in grants and loan guarantees to help farmers save energy while improving operations. Locally, the Cook Brothers Farm in Vermontville was awarded a grant through the department and will use the funds to replace an older grain dryer with a new, more efficient model. The project will help cut costs for the farm and is in line with the program’s mission of increasing eco­ nomic opportunity and improving quality of life for rural residents. Rob Cook of Cook Brothers Farm said the grant amount of nearly $23,000 will cover about 20 percent of the project costs. “It should be a good improvement,” said Cook. “It’s supposed' to be a lot more efficient and should save on propane costs in the fall.” Nearly 640 individuals and businesses were awarded funds through the grant pro­ gram, and projects cover a wide variety of improve­ ments. Geothermal, hydro­ gen, solar and wind energy technologies arejust a few of the concepts that will be implemented on a farms as a result of the program. “America is a world leader in renewable energy and energy efficiency,” wrote Agriculture Secretary Ed Schafer in a press release. “These projects are good for business, good for the econo­ my, good for jobs, and they help secure more self-suffi­ cient energy resources for our country.” The Cook brothers are hoping to implement more energy-efficient equipment in the coming years and are striving to minimize the impact their operations have on the area’s resources. “We’re actually working pretty hard to put (energy­ efficient) systems in place,” said Cook. “We’re looking to the future and trying to plan ahead for those things.” Becoming energy-neutral, not taking out more than they return, is a goal of the busi­ ness, and the grant is just one step in reaching it. “That’s our goal over the next period of years — to become energy neutral,” said Cook. With pressure from the government and interest groups to implement new technologies, ag businesses are looking to make the change while maintaining production and cutting costs. Cook said while it is a challenge facing all farmers, grant and assistance pro­ grams like the one from the Rural Development program make it more feasible for farms to become more ener­ gy efficient. Local student awarded national academic honor The National Society of High School Scholars announced Thursday that Maple Valley High School student Brandon Sams of Vermontville has been selected for membership. The society recognizes top scholars and invites only those students who have achieved superior academic excellence. The announce­ ment was made by society founder and chairman Clares Nobel, a senior member of the family that established the Nobel prizes. “On behalf of NSHSS, I am honored to recognize the hard work, sacrifice and commitment that Brandon Sams has demonstrated to. achieve this exceptional level of academic excel­ lence,” said Nobel. “Brandon Sams is now a member of a unique community of schol­ ars — a community that rep- See honor, pg. 2 In This Issue • Eaton County heritage program to f focus on preservation, genealogy • Library director meets Michigan Chillers author • Vermontville Historical Society starts new year • Maple Valley boys 12th at OvidElsie’s Marauder Invite �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, September 6,2008 — Page 2 Eaton County heritage program to Honor, continued from page 1 resents our very best hope for the future.” “Our vision is to build a dynamic international organ­ ization that connects mem­ bers with meaningful con­ tent, resources and opportu­ nities,” said NSHSS President James Lewis. “We aim to help students like Brandon Sams build on their academic successes and enhance the skills and desires to have a positive impact on the global commu­ nity.” Membership in NSHSS entitles qualified students to enjoy a wide variety of bene­ fits, including scholarship opportunities, academic competitions, free events, member-only resources, publications, participation in programs offered by educa­ tional partners, online forums, personalized recog­ nition items and publicity honors. Formed in 2002, the National Society of High School Scholars recognizes academic excellence at the high school level and encourages members of the organization to apply their talents, vision and potential for the betterment of them­ selves and the world. Currently, there are more than 300,000 society mem­ bers in over 120 countries. focus on preservation, genealogy The Eaton County Heritage Conference hosted by the Sunfield Historical Society will meet Saturday, Sept. 20, at the Sunfield United Brethren Church M­ 43, a quarter-mile west ofthe blinking light in Sunfield. The schedule is as follows: •8 to 9 a.m. Registration, come early and enjoy a cup of coffee and a roll. • 9 a.m. to noon - Speaker Shirley Gage Hodges. She has been actively researching genealogy since 1967. She has presented lectures, semi­ nars and workshops locally statuary and jewelry. The pow wow’s head vet­ and regionally in the United eran is Paul Yarnell. Emcee States and Canada since Larry Plamondon will 1994. She received the 2008 of Michigan explain the significance of Library Appreciation the dances and dancers’ Genealogy regalia. Head man is Rick Award. Morning sessions include Meyers; head woman is Importance of Maria Meyers. Head junior “The boy is Chase Horsfield and Preserving Your Family head junior girl is Jenna History and Heirlooms” “One of the most precious Winchester. The arena direc­ tor is Mickey Two-Eagles, things we can pass on to our and the host drum is Sons of children, and the children of their children, is the history the Three Fires. Members of the intertribal of their family. It helps to public are invited to partici­ give them a sense of their pate in dancing. Participants place in the cycle of the gen­ will be available before and erations. It is important that after dancing for photos, dis­ we preserve the wealth of cussion and to answer ques­ stories that go along with the heirlooms that have been tions. Admission to the Pow passed down in a family for Wow is $5 for adults, $3 for generations. Find out why children ages 5 to 12. those items were so precious Spectators should bring their to your ancestors and pass own lawn chairs to view the those stories along so that event. Participants may enter they will be preserved for future generations,” said free of charge. For more information, con­ Hodges. Topics also include “How tact Historic Charlton Park at 269-945-3775 or visit the to Preserve Family Histories website at www.charlton- and Heirlooms” There are a great number park.org. Historic Charlton Park is at ofthings that genealogist can 2545 S. Charlton Park Road, and should use to preserve north of M-79 between their family histories and heirlooms. In order to pre­ Hastings and Nashville. serve our roots and pass Charlton Park to host pow wow Sept 20, 21 The Frank Bush Memorial “Walk in the Spirit Pow Wow” will be held at Historic Charlton Park Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 20 and 21. The public is invited to experience Native American culture through a traditional pow wow, includ­ ing authentic dancing and drumming, arts and crafts and native foods. The pow wow honors Frank Bush, NasWa Wua Quet (Eagle Weather), of the Pokagon, Huron and Gun Lake Band of Potawatomi, Eagle Clan. When the federal government allowed Indians to have pow wows again, the first one in Lower Michigan was held at Charlton Park, where Bush attended as a drummer on the first drum to return to. this area. Bush was “head veteran,” respected elder and pipe carrier in this area. He was also a combat veteran, having served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1940 to 1951. He left with the rank of gunnery sergeant and was awarded the Purple Heart for injuries received during World War II. Gates open at 10 a.m. both days. Grand Entries are scheduled for 1 p.m. on Saturday and 12 p.m. on Sunday. Flags will be retired at sundown on Saturday, fol­ lowed by open dancing until dark. On Sunday, following the dances, gifts will be pre­ sented to the participants. Authentic-food vendors will be open throughout the event so visitors can enjoy fry bread and other special treats. Native artisans offer beadwork, baskets, leather goods, ceramics, carvings, ^Diana’s ^Ptface The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Tuesday - Friday S.E. Corner ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 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 .......... 1a.m. Evening Worship...... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting........................ 7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Church Service..... Sunday School...... FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG ........ 9 a.m. 10:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 MINISTER: VIRGINIA HELLER Wed. 5:30 p.m................... Family Supper 6:00-7:15............................. Pioneer Club Sun: 9:00..................................... Sunday S 10: 00.............................................. Church S 11: 00 Fellowship GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School .'................. 9:45 a.m. Sunday:. A.M. Worship ..... P.M. Worship........ 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 PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org ......... 11a.m. .......... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship .................................... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST 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. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 . PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult'Sunday School 10:50 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Worship Services Sunday School for All Ages .. .10:30 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH l 8593 Cloverdale Road ool (1/2 mile East ofM-66, vice 5 mi. south of Nashville) ................... 10 Sunday School. A.M. Service ... ............. 11:15 P.M. Sendee ..... .......... 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School 9:45 a A.M. Service...................................... 11 a P.M. Service..... .................... 7 p Wed. Service ............................ 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE Shirley Gage Hodges has been actively researching genealogy since 1967 and has received the 2008 Library of Michigan Genealogy Appreciation' Award. She will be at the conference Sept. 20, at the Sunfield United Brethren. them on, we need to learn how to take care of them so that they will be available to future generations. This ses­ sion will be devoted to help­ ing you learn how best to preserve your family papers, photos . and other family treasures. We need to learn the proper storage and preservation techniques to save our family treasures for years to come.” • Noon to 1 p.m. - Lunch provided by the Eaton County Historical Commission and served by the Sunfield Coffee House. • 1 p.m. - A tour of the Sunfield .GAR Hall located on Main Street Sunfield, Keith Harrison; National Past Commander in Chief will be the guide. • 2 p.m. - Sunfield is a small town that continues to thrive in the fast-paced soci­ ety. Stop by and visit the fol­ lowing businesses: Mapes Furniture, which was originally the Walsh Hotel, located on the comer of Main Street and Second Avenue. There guests will be PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship................... 8:30 a.m Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................ 11:15 a.m. PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 CMU announces honor students Central Michigan University’s spring semester honors list includes area stu­ dents who earned 3.5 or bet­ ter grade point average on a 4.0 scale. Among those students were Briana Ferrier and Kyle Pash, both ofNashville. 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 QUIMBY .UNITED METHODIST . CHURCH Sunday Mass ............. 9:45 a.m. FATHER AL RUSSELL A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings 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 NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH given a tour of the store and history of the buildings. The Sunfield Sentinel will be open from 1 to 3 p.m. where guests can see the printing presses that are still being used today. Welch Hardware will be open for visitors to wander around, enjoy being taken back in time by the spoitsmen-like furnishings, wood­ en floors and hometown hos­ pitality. Sunfield Coffee House newly remodeled; is a place to eat, sit and enjoy a cup of coffee. Seating for the conference is limited. Registration must be received at the Eaton County Heritage Conference by Sept. 15. Mail name and address to Sunfield Historical Society PO Box 251 Sunfield, MI 48890. Include phone num­ ber and e-mail. Indicate choice of lunch (ham, turkey or vegetarian). For further information, contact Jan Sedore at jansedore@dishmail.net or call her at 517-627-9254. The registration form is available online at www.eaton.migenweb. net/Heritage-Conf2008.htm or pick one up at the Sunfield Library. 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 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 .. .6:30 p.m. AWANA................. 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, September 6,2008 — Page 3 Library director meets Michigan Chillers author This summer at Putnam District Library, the staff could not keep Johnathan Rand’s “Michigan Chillers” series on the shelf. From book 1, Mayhem on Mackinac Island, to No. 14, Clinton. Fiction My Sister. My Love by Joyce Carol Oates: Tailspin by Catherine Coulter; Starburst by Robin Pilcher; Made in the U.S.A. by Billie Letts; It Only Takes A Moment by Mary Jane Clark; Robert Ludlum’s The Bourne Sanction by Eric Van Lustbader. Book of Lies by Brad Meltzer; Wicked by Gregory Maguire; The Mercedes Coffin by Faye Kellerman; Just Breathe by Susan Wiggs. Bionic Bats of Bay City, young library patrons loved learning a little Michigan history and geography while having their spines tingled, said library director, Shauna Swantek. So, it seemed more than a coincidence Swantek found herself at the door of “Chillermania” in Indian River during her summer vacation. “I had to stop at Chillermania this year, because I knew so many of our summer readers would have loved the experience,” said Swantek. “It’s really just a glorified bookstore. It only sells books by Johnathan Rand for young readers and by Christopher Knight for adult readers. The outside of the building is painted with graphic images similar to those on the book covers.” Johnathan Rand is the pen name Knight uses on his Michigan Chillers and American Chillers books. He writes horror and suspense novels for adults. “It was a random bonus that the author was there when I stopped in. He sched­ ules some signings at Chillermania throughout the year, but this day he just hap­ pened to be there working on some other things. As a result, I got to visit with him a little, and he welcomed the slo Ctilnl Jliia Wlffiil)'!!pi(Iffi’ # taslisi intone H tigikpiiiiwti. i IM Romance Putnam District Library Director Shauna Swantek met Michigan author Christopher Knight on her summer vacation. opportunity to sign the books I purchased for the library.” Putnam has added Jonathan Rand’s series for younger readers, Freddie Fernortner: Fearless First Grader, and a collection of Christopher Knight’s short horror stories called Season of the Witch. Swantek also purchased an audio'collection of scary stories and a teen novel called Pandemia: A Novel of the Bird Flu and the End of the World which was ‘co­ authored’ by Jonathan Rand and Knight. "The author actually signed this book with two different pens and two differ­ ent names right in front of me,” said Swantek. “It’s actually very smart. This book will lead Michigan Chiller lovers right to Christopher Knight’s books when the readers get older.” Putnam District Library enjoys making the work of Michigan authors available to its patrons. Residents are encouraged to stop in and check out these books and other new items added to the collection in August. Adult nonfiction The Art of Doing Nothing by Veronique Vienne; The Prayer of Jabez by Bruce Wilkinson; Detox: The Process of Cleansing and Restoration; Body for Life by Bill Phillips and Michael D’Orso; 28 Days to a New You by Christine Green; The Last Lecture by Randy Pausch with Jeffrey Zaslow; My Life by Bill Clinton; Giving: How Each ofUs Can Change the World by Bill Pauline Dies to turn 80 Secrets of Surrender by Madeline Hunter; The Lost Duke of Wyndham by Julie Quinn; One Wrong Stop by Laura Griffin; The Devil Who Tamed Her by Johanna Lindsey; 8 Sandpiper Way by Debbie Macomber; Dark Curse by Christine Feehan. Mystery Slipknot by Linda Greenlaw. lit ftiWWf. SOUTHKALAHO | CHURCH I IW* 1 । ।nwnfi”’ PJIBW A car seat safety checkup clinic will be held Saturday, Sept. 27, at the Eaton County Fairgrounds in conjunction with the home, auto and recreation expo. The event will run from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. All 50 states have child­ occupant protection laws, which vary widely in their age requirements, exemp­ tions, enforcement proce­ dures and penalties. This clinic is a public service pro- vided for families to have their child restraint systems assessed for correct restraint selection, harnessing and installation in their vehicle. Certified child passenger safety (CPS) technicians will be providing this service to families free of charge. Clinics are the way in which CPS technicians provide education and hands-on assistance in the proper use of car seats and seat belts to parents and other caregivers. Car seats will be checked to see if they are subject to any recalls that the owners are not aware of. National Highway Traffic Safety Association standards will be the basis for the inspection to assure parents/caregivers that their children are properly restrained to provide the safest possible ride in their vehicles. Movies Nim's Island. Barnyard: When No One's Looking, Air Buddies, The Game Plan. Prom Night. The Bank Job, Never Back Down, What Happens in Vegas, The Little Mermaid: Ariel’s Beginning, Shutter. Horror Teen fiction The Disappeared by Gloria Whelan; Maximum Ride: The End Is Near — Saving the World and Other Extreme Sports by James Patterson; Pandemia: A Novel ofthe Bird Flu and the End of the World by Jonathan Rand and Christopher Knight. Young adult nonfiction She Touched the World: Laura Bridgman; Deaf-Blind Pioneer by Sally Hobart Alexander and Robert Alexander. Young adult fiction Ki tai ta mis tri idwFmrfi Junior fiction Heroes A-Z: Alien Ice Cream by David Anthony and Charles David; The Fantastic Hying Bicycle. The Super-Scary Night Thingy. A Haunting We Will Go, Freddie's Dog Walking Service, The Big Box Fort, Mr. Chewy's Big Adventure, The Magical Wading Pool, Chipper’s Crazy Carnival for the series “Freddie Fernortner: Fearless First Grader'* by Johnathan Rand; Johnathan Rand's Creepy Campfire Chillers written and read by Johnathan Rand. Season of the Witch by Christopher Knight. Here’s Lily! by Nancy Rue; Lily Robbins, M.D. (Medical Dabbler) by Nancy Rue; Lily and the Creep by Nancy Rue; Twice Upon a Marigold by Jean Ferris; Car seat inspection being held for Eaton County families Chicken Soup for the Pre­ Teen Soul by various authors. SHOWTIMES M - 8/11 O ©BANGKOK DANGEROUS (R) 12:10,2:25, 4:45,7:10.9:30 FRI/SATLS 11:45 HOUSE BUNNY (PG-13) 12:00,2:15,4:30,7:00,9:15 FRI/SATLS 11:30 O BABYLON A.D. (PG-13) 1: 25, 3:30, 5:35.7:40. 9:50 FRI/SATLS 11:55 O ©COLLEGE (R) 12:30.9:40 FRI/SATLS 11:50 © MAMMA MIAt (PG-13) 2: 40.5:00,7:20 Maikv StreeL1 s SaZokv r hai r* t TANNING ] 1 NAILS J 226 N. Main • Nashville There will be a surprise 80th birthday party for Pauline Dies at Maple Grove Township in Nashville on 66 Hall, Sept. 20th from 2 to 6 p.m. walk-ins WELCOME! 517-852-1757 Hair Care for the Whole Family Cheryl Pierce, owner/stylist Angie Joppie, stylist Michelle Snowden, nail tech RURAL HIGH SPEED INTERNET *5** 5** I *fi Why Liz Lives United... I chose to LIVE UNITED. For me, living united means I’m connected. Connections are the best way to make a difference in the lives of others. Connections keep me involved - keep me responsive to the needs of ud those around me. I have the ability to help others and I’m gonna do it! Every day, I’m connected and I’m living UNITED. GIVE. ADVOCATE. VOLUNTEER. mO LIVE UNITED Available in Country Settings between: Woodland Nashville Freeport Vermontville Alto Lake Odessa Saranac Portland Belding Sunfield Mulliken Woodbury Clarksville $OKOO per month Equipment purchase required To schedule a free signal check call I.T.WIFi 616-374-7787 j �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, September 6,2008 — Page 4 Maple Valley business owners to meet Monday GREEN LIGHT O { DRIVING SCHOOL uc J z-x H7 301 N. Main (M-66), Nashville Nash 517-852-0000 Segment I $285 6:30PM - 8:30PM Segment II $40 9AM - 10AM Sept. 8-25 Sept. 29-0ct. 23 Oct. 27 - Nov. 13 Oct. 27-29 (FREE) Parent Meeting Oct 25th, 4PM-6PM Members of the Maple Valley Area Business Owners Association will meet Monday, Sept. 8, at 7 a.m. at the Castleton Township Hall. All business owners and members of the public are invited to attend. We partner with parents for SAFE teen drivers!! www.qreenliqhtdriinq.net TOO Come -Hot! 10 COg|? to MuSerry (gardens for a fabulous lunch or dinner in a relaxed, casual atmosphere. Lunch Buffet Daily: Salads, Soups & Several Entrees Dinner Specials: Choose your favorite from our menu. All-You-Can-Eat § BBQRiblets Thursdays! - Place your classified ad ANY time! Smyrna Band to perform at Kalamo Call... 945-9554 United Methodist Church Sept. 14 • BBQ_Meatballs or • BBQWings or • INCREDIBLE Homemade Salsa 8c Chips The Family Restaurant with theAMAZING View! The Smyrna Band 24 Hours a Day, 7 Days a Week... Mon. - Fri. 6am - 9pm for Maple Valley ACTION-Msl Sun. 6am - 3pm 975 N. Main, Nashville • (877) 852-0106 The Smyrna Band, nation­ ally recognized Christian recording artists, will per­ form at Kalamo United Methodist Church on Sunday, Sept. 14, at 9 and 10:30 a.m. worship services. The band plays a variety of Christian blues, rock and contemporary music to appeal to all ages. The public is invited. Kalamo United Methodist Church is located on Ionia Road, 1.5 miles south of M­ 79. For more information call 517-541-1144. GFWC Vermontville to kick off new year 'Oiuf 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 W (517)852-9712 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville Scott A. Daniels n & F!?i,y Owner/Manager 02692907__________________________________________ The starting ofthe 2008-09 General Federation of Women’s Clubs will begin Monday, Sept. 8, at the Methodist church in Vermontville. Club member will keep with tradition, honoring the past club presidents, inviting guests to become members, and have one of its potluck meals. Dinner will start at 6:30 p.m. Club committees have met in the summer to plan events and programs for the upcom­ ing year. General Federation Women Club is a national and international service club and remains the only women’s organization that is recognized by the U.S. Congress, maiptdining its headquartered in Washington, D.C. ’ Women of all ages in the community are encouraged to join. If interested, call Club President Sheryl Sheridan at 517-726-0614. Tailoring a Gift Women sentenced for assault, larceny to serve your charitable interests and financial goals The Barry Community Foundation offers a range ofphilanthropic options. Unrestricted Funds, or Community Action Funds, give the foundation the discretion to make grants that address the most urgent needs of the community as they change from time to time. Field-of-Interest Funds benefit a specific area of interest to the donor. They can also benefit a geo­ graphical area. Donor-Advised Funds are often created as an alternative to a private foundation and allow donors to recommend the charitable organizations and causes to be considered for grants. They can be established in two forms: Non-Endowed Donor-Advised Funds allow the donor to recommend grants from both principal and income. specific organizations chosen by the donor when the fund is established. Scholarship and Award Funds are established by donors wishing to make education available to individuals in their communities. You may also wish to: • consider naming your community foundation as the beneficiaty of your IRA or life insurance policy., • make a bequest to a community foundation In your living trust or will. • establish a Supporting Organization through the community foundation. A Supporting Organization is a separate legal entity for tax purposes and has its own governing body; by affiliating with a com­ munity foundation, the Supporting Organization • enjoys public charity status and the professional staff services of the community foundation. Tracy Ann Franklin, 30, of New Era was sentenced Aug. 8 by Barry County Circuit Judge James Fisher to serve 10 months in jail for her Aug. 6 conviction ofa proba­ tion violation. Franklin was convicted in May 2007 of larceny from a building and sentenced to serve 36 months of proba­ tion. Judge Fisher ruled the balance of Franklin’s jail time may be suspended upon payment of $1,000 in court assessments, and she may be discharged from probation at that time. Franklin was arrested in Castleton Township in March 2007. In a separate case, Tina Marie Rugg, 40, of Bellevue was sentenced by Judge Fisher Aug. 29 in a proba­ tion-violation hearing to serve 10 months in jail for her May 2007 conviction on two charges of felonious assault, a charge ofmalicious destruction ofproperty, oper­ ating a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol and breaking and entering. Rugg was convicted in May 2007 on the above charges and sentenced to serve 36 of months proba­ tion. She was arrested in Castleton Township in December 2006. Endowed Donor-Advised Funds allow the donor to recommend grants from the income of the fund. Designated Funds make grants to However you approach making a gift to the Community Foundation, your caring gesture will make a difference in the lives of others and the life ofyour community. Hansbarge Heating & /Air Conditioning 629 W. State Street • Suite 201 Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: 269-945-0526 • Fax: 269-945-4536 Email: bcf@wmis.net Website: www.barrycf.org LICENSED INSURED Vermontville, Ml COLE HAKSBARBER owner RUUD Featuring Ruud Gas Furnaces and Air Conditioners Full Line of Indoor Air Quality Products • FREE Estimates s| s �The Maple Valley News. NashviBe. Saturday. September 6.2006 — Page 5 CALENDAR OF EVENTSVermontville Rendezvous. Charlton Park. Rock Wall available to 4-H members, during Rendezvous. Sept. 8 Horse Developmental Committee Meeting. 7 p.m.. First United Methodist Church in Hastings. * Sept 15 Fall Conservation Tour, 8:30 a_m., Crop Production Services, Woodbury, Mich. Sept 15 Mandatory Leaders Meeting, 7 p.m.. Expo Center. Sept 16 Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m.. First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Sept 17 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7 p.m.. Extension Office. Sept 18 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m.. Expo Center. Sept 20-21 Frank Bush Memorial Pow Wow, 12:30-7 p.m., Charlton Park. Sept 20-21 Shooting Sports Instructors Workshop, 10 a.m.4:30 p.m., Ottawa Lake Sportsman’s Club. Edinger-Slee Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 Ted and Ronda Edinger Sept 23 p.m.. Extension Office. and Dan and Michelle Master Gardener Executive Committee Snowden of Nashville are Oct 2 Member, 6 p.m., County Seat pleased to announce the 4-H Family Reunion, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Kettunen engagement of their children, Oct 4 Center. Amber Edinger and Paul Oct. 4 Master Gardener Fall Workshop, 9:30 a.m.Slee. noon. Courts & Law Building Conf. Room. Amber is a 2006 graduate 4-H Open House, 5:30-7:30 p.m.. Location of Maple Valley and is cur­ Oct 7 TBA. rently enrolled at Kellogg Community College. She is currently employed at BCN Technical Services. Paul is a 2007 graduate of Maple Valley and is current­ ly working for Ponderosa Steak House. Paul is also pursuing a career with cor­ The Nashville EMS is painting and yard work. rections. Paul and Amber will be looking for volunteers to married Sept. 27, 2008 at help with its Day of Caring Assembly of God in on Sept. 11. The day will include Nashville. cleaning up the Nashville Park and will take place all day. Day of Caring is a nation­ wide program that helps indi­ viduals and their communi­ ties in various ways, such as the local park cleanup, house Sept 6-7 Sept 6-7 Day of Caring volunteers sought 2235 Call M945-9554 anytimefor Maple Valley News Action-ads! Chiropractic Can Help... Neck and back pain, headaches, numbness and more! Nashville Chiropractic Center Dr, Mike Callton, D.C. Michigan State University Notional College of Chiropractic If you have questions or would like to make an appointment call: 517-852-2070 We are a Blue Cross, Medicare and Medicaid provider Most Insurances accepted Hunter safety class to be held next weekend A hunter safety education class will be held Saturday, Sept. 13, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 14, from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday's session will be held at Green Light Driving School, 301 N. Main, Nashville, and Sunday's ses­ sion will be held at the Barry County Conservation Club in Hastings. Attendance at both sesSee HUNTER, page 7 8 8 Historical Society starts new year Thursday. Sept. 18 will be the first meeting of the 2008 year of the Vermontville Historical Society'. As is the tradition for members, a potluck dinner will start at 6:30 p.m. in the Congregational Church, fol­ lowed by meeting and guest speaker. The speaker for the event will be Eastern County SheriffMike Raines. who has an extensive collection of post cards of Eaton County. Raines will give a slide pres­ entation and speak on how he obtains and presen es his col­ lection. Anyone who wishes to attend should bring a dish to pass and table sen ice. Vermontville Historical Society has no yearly dues and encourages those inter­ ested in preservation of the history of Vermontville to attend. Why Christine Lives United... I think it is important to LIVE UNITED because I believe as a community we have the duty to each other; to empower those who feel powerless, to protect those who can’t protect themselves, to reach out to reach back, and always speak for those who have no voice. GIVE. ADVOCATE. VOLUNTEER. LIVE UNITED, We’re Here For You Shown at right, the Executive Leadership Team at Pennock. From left, Anita Henderson, Human Resources Director; Connie Downs, Chief Financial Officer; Jim Wincek, Vice President of Support Services; Carla Wilson-Neil, Chief Operating Officer; Sheryl Lewis Blake, Chief Executive Officer; and Rose Anne Woodliff, Chief Nursing Officer. The Executive Leadership Team at Pennock Hospital Wants to Hear From Youl According to Sheryl Lewis Blake, CEO, “Partner is defined as ‘one allied with another.' As leaders we wish to listen to our community for ideas and answer questions or concerns. Ourgoal is to provide exceptional quality health care while we grow services and facilities to meetyour needs." Beginning September 10, members of the Executive Leadership Team will be making themselves available to the public every Monday from 2-4 p.m. and Wednesdays from 9-11 a.m. Their office will be located in the atrium near Patient Registration. J^Could yours be a J*Future Foster r M Family? ' L Caring homes are needed for Barry County Foster children of all ages. Classes to learn more begin with an orientation in Charlotte Wednesday evening, September 10, and then run for 4 Saturdays, 9AM to 4PM. For no-cost information packet or to pre-register for these no-cost no-obliga­ tion classes, singles, couples and families are welcome to email: Muel ler-HayesJ @ michigan. go 8 Or Tbl: 269-948-3216 g No appointment is necessary; just stop in, have a cup of coffee and visit they want to hear from you! Can’t make it in? Share Your Input Online at info@pennockhealth.com Pennock Health Services 1009 W. Green St., Hastings, Ml 49058 (269) 945-3451 www.pennockhealth.com �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, September 6,2008 — Page 6 Charlotte Performing Arts Center announces new season The Southern Fried Chicks Comedy Tour will make a stop at the Charlotte Performing Arts Center on January 31. The group has been featured on CMT and is the top grossing all-female comedy act on the road today. The performing arts center announced a new concert series added just this season. Sponsored by Auto-Owners Insurance, the Michigan Connections Series features artists with ties to Michigan. The Auto-Owners Michigan Connections Series joins the ever popular Independent Bank and Spartan Motors Series. The fun kicks off on Saturday, October 4, 2008 with Bill Haley's Comets. Bill Haley's Comets, known as the first rock 'n roll band, earned a place in the Guinness Book of World Records for selling 43 mil­ lion copies of their greatest hit, 'Rock Around the Clock'. Come 'Shake, Rattle & Roll' on October 4 with this nos­ talgic rock group! This event is generously spon­ sored by Auto-Owners Insurance, Russell & Schrader Insurance Agency, Ackley-Peters-Hauber t Insurance Services and WILX TV10. This event will also be part of a special Prime Rib Dinner & Show package offered through the Eaton Area Senior Center. The vocal jazz ensemble Good Company will take the stage on Saturday, October 25, 2008. Good Company is a seven member vocal group sponsored by the Music Society at the Midland Center for the Arts. They began singing together in Transporatipn/Dean 1999. Their repertoire covers Trailways, and Sheraton classical to jazz with an Lansing Hotel. January proves to be a emphasis on contemporary vocal harmonies and blends. busy month at Charlotte This event is a fundraiser for Performing Arts Center with Friends of Charlotte three events featured. First, on Friday, January 16, 2009, Performing Arts Center. On Saturday, November The Chenille Sisters will per­ 22, 2008 we welcome Josh form. A Chenille Sisters per­ formance is a blending of Gracin to the stage. American Idol finalist, three uniquely gifted souls Grand Ole Opry performer into a musical phenomenon and Michigan native, Josh that's more poignant, funny Gracin's dynamic and elec­ and entertaining that any sintrifying stage performances gle performer anywhere have thrilled and energized and oh, those exquisite harcrowds across the country. monies. This event is gener­ This event is generously ously sponsored by Auto­ sponsored by Independent Owners Insurance, Russell & Bank, WILX TV 10, Eaton Schrader Insurance Agency, Federal Savings Bank, and Ackley-Peters-Haubert WITL radio, and co-spon- Insurance Services and sored by In sty-Prints WILX TV 10. Downtown. On Friday, January 23, Just in time for the holi­ 2009, The Contours come to days, Melissa Manchester town. The Contours are the will be performing her multi-Platinum Motown acclaimed holiday concert on recording artists best known Saturday, December 6, 2008. for their blockbuster hit 'Do For over thirty years You Love Me'. Their show is Melissa's numerous albums jam-packed with dazzling have served to establish her high-energy choreography, as one of the most com­ impeccable harmonies and pelling singer/songwriters in those timeless Motown contemporary music. This grooves that everyone knows event is generously spon­ and loves. This event is gen­ sored by Spartan Motors, erously sponsored by AutoWILX TV10, Capital-Region Owners Insurance, Russell & International Airport, and Schrader Insurance Agency, Hayes Green Beach Ackley-Peters-Haubert Memorial Hospital, and co­ Insurance Services and sponsored by The County WILX TV 10. Journal, Dean January closes out with Kent Oil & Propane, Inc. We Deliver 735 Durkee Street, Nashville, MI Phone (517) 852-9210 or (800) 638-7484 • State Licensed Installers • Competitive Prices • Budget Plan • $1.00 Lifetime Lease Fee (Based on 500-gal. min. annual usage) Your only independently owned and operated propane distributor. *We offer underground tanks— call for details Michigan. the the Comedy Tour, on Saturday, January 31, 2009. Rated as the top-grossing all female comedy tour on the road today, The Southern Fried Chicks Comedy Tour is the story of four different women and their hilarious take on life, love and the pursuit of happiness. Life and love in the USA has never been funnier as when the original "desperate house­ wives" give their points view. This event is gener ously sponsored b Independent Bank, WILX TV10, and Lansing State Joumal/Lansing Community Trailways, and Baughman Manor Bed & Breakfast. This event will also be part of a special Ribs & Chicken Dinner & Show package offered through the Eaton Area Senior Center. On Sunday, March 1, 2009, the Irish American group, Cherish the Ladies, will appear on stage. With their unique, spectacular blend of virtuosi instrumen­ tal talents, beautiful vocals, captivating arrangements and stunning step dancing, Cherish the Ladies combines all the facets of Irish tradi- Country artist, American Idol finalist, and Michigan native, Josh Gracin will perform on Novermber 22. tional culture and puts it forth in an immensely humorous and entertaining package. This event is gen­ erously sponsored by Spartan Motors, and WILX TV10, and co-sponsored by Crandell Bros. Trucking and Sheraton Lansing Hotel. Rounding out March, An Evening with Asleep at the Wheel take the stage on Sunday, March 29, 2009 with their clever lyrics, speed-demon picking, and lightness of spirit character­ izing great western swing music. With over twentyfive albums under their belt, the nine-time Grammy-win- See SEASON, pg, 7 • Propane Installation • Serving Home, Farm and Industry FREE INSTALLATION Includes 10O-ft. copper line, fittings, labor, two stage regulator system, leak and pressure test �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, September 6, 2008 — Page 7 SEASON, continued from page 6 ning "Kings ofTexas Swing" have been entertaining audi­ ences for over thirty-eight years. This event is gener­ ously sponsored by Spartan Motors and WILX TV 10, and co-sponsored by Charlotte Area Insurance & Financial Professionals and Comfort Inn Charlotte. The season comes to a close on Friday, May 8, 2009, with a performance by Guy Lombardo's Royal Canadians. Hailed as the longest running act in show business history, the Guy Lombardo Orchestra created a distinctive and recogniza­ ble style that makes it one of the most listened to, talked about and imitated big bands of all times. Over its lifetime the band has introduced over 500 hit songs, more than any other musical organization. This event is generously sponsored by Independent Bank, WILX TV 10, and Adams Outdoor Advertising, and co-sponsored by Charlotte Area Medical & Dental Professionals, Dean Transporation/Dean Trailways, and Comfort Inn Charlotte. This event will also be part of a special Lobster & Filet Mignon Dinner & Show package offered through the Eaton Area Senior Center. Other events coming to the performing arts center this season include Musical Madness 2008 presented by the Eaton Area Senior Center on October 18 & 19, 2008, and the Lansing Concert Band Holiday Concert on December 13, 2008. The Charlotte Performing Arts Center also hosts more than 100 school events each year. These events include everything from elementary school choir concerts to the high school musical and drama productions. The Stage Crew for each event is comprised entirely of high school students who com­ plete a rigorous training pro­ gram to become eligible to work the professional shows. The Charlotte Performing Arts Center Box Office offers a Group Sales dis­ count for parties of 12 or more who purchase their tickets in a single transac­ tion. The discount and avail­ ability of tickets will vary by show. In addition to this, the Box Office also offers an A La Carte discount when three or more shows are purchased from any of our three series. Call the Box Office for more information on these options. Individual tickets for these shows and more go on sale to the public on Monday, September 22 beginning at 10 a.m. Please visit our web­ site at CPACpresents.com or call the Box Office at 517.541.5690 for more infor­ mation on upcoming events. HUNTER, continued from page 5 sions is required for comple, tion of the class. Lunch will be included in the $8 fee. Preregistration is required and the class is limited to 20 participants. Monday, Sept. 8 Cheeseburger, Smile pota­ toes, mandarin oranges, pud­ ding. Tuesday, Sept. 9 Chicken pot pie, cheesie potatoes, pears, birthday cake. Wednesday, Sept 10 Ravioli, whole kernel com, pineapple, graham crackers. Thursday, Sept 11 Fuller Cottage Inn. Pizza bagels, tossed salad, pears, cookie. Friday, Sept 12 Cheesie bread sticks, Spaghettios, celery w/p.butter, push-up. NOTE: Fuller. Alternative Entree Choices: Peanut but­ ter and jelly sandwich, honey and peanut butter sandwich. Maplewood Alternate Entree Choices: 6 oz. Yogurt w/string cheese, chef salad, peanut butter and jelly sand­ wich. Maplewood offers a variety of healthy snacks for 50 cents each (cash only: quarters or dollars only). Milk is included with all full meal purchases. Assort­ ed bread choices daily. Breakfast price: $130; Lunch price: $1.90; Adult price: $2.75; milk only: $.45. , Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Monday, Sept 8 Cheesie bread sticks, Spaghettios, pineapple. Salad Bar. Tuesday, Sept 9 Hot dogs and toppings, french fries, push-up. Mexican Bar. Wednesday, Sept 10 Chicken parmesan, whole kernel com, cinnamon apple­ sauce. Baked Potato Bar. 24 HOURS NASHVILLE rrAviEXPRESS 133 5. Main You’re In, You’re Out... Nashville, Ml 517-852-0868 Grocery Store Pricing With Party Store Convenience! You’re H me ■JrU-L. SEPT. 7 MON. SEPT. 8 THE. SEPT. 9 Kellogg Cottage Inn. Ravioli w/bread stick, cauli­ flower w/cheese, peaches. Pasta Bar. Friday, Sept 12 Chicken fries, carrot sticks, grapes. Mini Bar. NOTE: Entree’s available daily: cheeseburger, variety of chicken sandwiches, pizza, peanut butter and jelly sandwich, fish sandwich, honey and peanut butter sandwich, 6 oz. yogurt w/string cheese. Side choices available daily: garden salad, juice, fresh fruit. Milk is included with all full meal purchases. Seconds available on vegetables at no additional charge. Assorted bread choices daily. Breakfast price: $1.45; Lunch price: $2.25-$2.50; Adult prices: $2.75-$3.00. Milk only: $.45. WED. SEPT. 10 THUR. SEPT. 11 FRl. SEPT. 12 SET. SEPT. 13 2% MILK GALLON < $099 , lbs GROUND BEEF To register or for ques­ tions contact Gary White at 517-852-9189. SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS Maple Valley Elementary Lunch Menu OPEN. 7 DAYS A WEEK 3 LBS. IDA RED OLE' CAROLINA BACON 2/$Q00 WATER­ MELON APPLES S3 99 PIZZA PENN DUTCH ROLLS MUSHROOMS 2/$g0069 TOTINOS c _________________17-19.8 OZ. MOTT'S APPLE SAUCE IGA AUGRATIN & SCALLOPED POTATOES 2/$2°°4/SE00 _________________________________ 24 OZ. _________________ 5.25 OZ. Thursday, Sept 11 5 LBS. IGA Why Dan Lives United... I think it is important to LIVE UNITED. By myself, I feel powerless to those in need but, giving through United Way, my gift reaches so many lives in so FLOUR 2/$/|00 IGA CHOCOLATE CHIPS $| 69 many ways! 12 oz. $5.00 Footlongs Still Available * 8 Varieties To Choose From GIVE. ADVOCATE. VOLUNTEER We reserve the right to limited quantities and correct printing errors. None sold to dealers or minors. Some items not always as pictured. Nashville IGA Express Accepts : LIVE UNITEDBam’Couiiy’-Q Mon.-Thur, mm-iopm, FrisSat. 6AM-Midnlght: Sun. 9AM-10PM Bridge Cards ' WIC �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, September 6,2008 — Page 8 Boosters raise over $3,000 at scramble The Maple Valley Athletic Boosters raised almost $3,500 at their annual golf scramble. The Tai Gearhart State Farm team of Tai Gearhart, Mike Booher, Keith Carpenter, and Bill Barker took the championship in the 18-hole golf scramble, firing a score of 16-under-par at Mulberry Fore Golf Course. VILLAGE COUNCIL VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE ORDINANCE 8-28-2008 Council Member Kenyon, supported by Council Member Coll, moved the adoption ofthe following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND ORDINANCE NO. 10-23-1997-C (TREE ORDINANCE) TO AMEND SECTION 12, 14, 19, 20 AND SECTION 21. THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE ORDAINS: SECTION 1. Amendment of Section 12 and Section 14, Ordinance No. 10-23-1997-C. That Section 12,14, 19, 20 and Section 21, Ordinance No. 10-23-1997-C is amended to read in its entirety as follows: SECTION 12. PUBLIC TREE CARE: The Village shall have the right to plant, prune, maintain, and remove trees and shrubs within the lines ofall streets, alleys, and public grounds, as may be necessary to insure public safety or to preserve or enhance the symmetry and beauty ofpublic grounds. The Village will be responsible for the cutting, and cleanup of all Village right-of-way tree maintenance. The Village TYee Board may remove or cause or order to be removed, any tree or part thereofwhich is in an unsafe condition or which by reason of its. nature is injurious to any utility or public improvements, or is affected with any injurious fungus, insect; or other pest. The Village reserves the right to select the replacement of any type of species oftrees after the removal ofa tree. This does not prohibit the planting of street trees by adjacent property owners provided that the selection and location of said trees is in accordance with this ordinance. The Village expects / requires the home owner to perform normal maintenance ofthe right-of-way including mow­ ing, trees, bushes, flowers, etc. SECTION 14. PRUNING, CORNER CLEARANCE: Every tree owner having any tree overhanging any street or right­ of-way. within the Village shall prune the branches so that such branches shall not obstruct the light from any street light, obstruct the view of any street intersection, or overgrow any. side­ walk so that there is a clear space of 14 feet above the street and 8 feet above the sidewalk Said owners shall remove all dead, disbased, or dangerous trees, or broken or decayed limbs that are a menace to the public’s safety. The Village shall have the right to prune any tree or shrub on private property when if interferes with the spread of light from any street light or interferes with Visibility ofany traffic control device or sign. SECTION 19. PENALTY: 1. Notice of violation and order to abate. Any person determined by the Village TYee Board to be in violation ofany section shall be given notice ofthe violation and ordered tb abate the viola­ tion, as follows: (a) Service of notice and order. The notice and order may b served by any one ofthe following means: (i) In writing, by first-class mail, addressed to the owner of the property at the last know address as shown by the village tax records. The notice and order shall at the same time also be mailed to the occupants of the property, if different than the owner. Ifthe notice and order are served by mail, they shall be deemed received by the addressee two mail delivery days after deposit in the Untied States mail. (ii) In writing, posted at the property. The notice and order shall be deemed to have been served to the owner and/or occupant, as applicable, at the time the notice and order is poste'd at the property. (iii) By providing the notice and'order orally, either in person or by telephone. The oral notice and order shall be deemed to have been served to the owner and/or occupant, as applicable, at the time the oral notice and order are given. A written con­ firmation ofthe oral notice and order shall be mailed by the village to the person served within 5 days of the oral notice and order, provided that the failure to do so shall not affect the person’s obligation to comply with the oral notice and order and shall not constitute a defense to a violation of sec­ tion (1). (g) A statement indicating that if the violation is not abated a ordered, then the village may unilaterally act to abate the vio­ lation; that the costs to the village ofany action by the village to abate the violation, plus an administrative fee and any applicable fines, shall be a personal debt of the person to the village which may be assessed by the village as a lien against the property until paid; and that the refusal to allow the vil­ lage to abate an uncorrected violation shall constitute a sepa­ rate and additional violation ofthis section. 4. Noncompliance with order; Abatement bv village. (a) Abatement bv village. If a person served with a notice and order fails or refuses to abate the violation as required by the order under this section within 10 days ofbeing notified ofthe violation, the village or its authorized representatives may enter the property and take any reasonable actions necessary to abate the violation. (b) Costs of Abatement: Delinquent payments: Lien, The costs, including an administrative fee of $25.00, as incurred by the village in abating the violation shall be immediately due and payable to the village by the owner of the property where the violation occurred. The village shall notify the property owner that the costs are due and owing by certified mail (return receipt requested), addressed to the property owner’s last known address as shown by the city tax records. If the. costs are not paid in full within 30 days ofmailing the notification, they shall be delinquent. The amount of the costs plus any administrative fee shall be certified by the treasurer to the assessor for inclusion upon the next village tax roll. The amount included in the village tax roll shall be in a lien against the property which may be enforced and discharged by the village in the same manner as a tax lien. The costs of abatement, ifany, recovered by the village shall be in addition to any civil fines, damages, expenses or costs payable to the village as a result of a violation. (c) Abatement bv Village Not Defense to Violation. The abatement by the village of a violation of this section and subsequent recovery of abatement costs incurred by the village shall not be a defense to any action by the village against any person for the violation, including without limitation, any action by the village to collect civil fines, damages, expenses or costs as authorized by law. 5. Nuisance per se: injunctive relief, A violation of this section is deemed to be a nuisance per se. In addition to any other reme­ dy available at law, the village may bring an action for an injunction or other process against a person, to restrain, pre­ vent or abate any violation ofthis section. SECTION 20. SEVERABILITY The various parts, sections and clauses of this Ordinance are hereby declared to be severable. If any part, sentence, paragraph, section or clause is adjudged unconstitutional or invalid by a court or competent jurisdiction, the remainder ofthe Ordinance shall not be affected thereby. SECTION 21. REPEAL Ordinance #10 dated 7-18-1892 (An Ordinance relative to shade trees overhanging sidewalks in the Village of Nashville) is hereby repealed asNo it is10-232-1997-C. covered in its entirety by the revision ofthe TYeee Ordinance SECTION 2. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance shall be published in accordance with state law and shall become effective twenty (20) days after its adoption or upon its publication, whichever occurs later. PASSED and adopted by the Village of Nashville, Michigan on 8-28­ 2008. (a) The date and time the notice was served. Ordinance No. 8-28-2008 adopted. (b) The name and address ofthe person (or persons) responsible for the violation. Frank Dunham, President (e) A statement that the violation must be abated within 10 days from the time notice was served. (f) An order to abate the violation by .the time specified in the order (which shall be 10 days from the time notice and order are deemed to have been received as provided by this section). Seeing the big picture on a country road “Green Acres is the place to be, Farm livin’ is the lifefor me ... ” I found myself humming that annoyingly catchy theme song as I putted down the road on a John Deere tractor during an early morning drive last Saturday. I was on my way to grandmother’s house to join family for a day of painting and re-roofing. They say it’s the simple moments in life that matter (although who they are I’m not quite sure). That was one of those moments; It was early enough that not much besides, wildlife was put and about. Normally, I am anything but a morning person. I’m all too familiar with the snooze button on the alarm clock and only exit the covers at the last possible moment. On this particular morning,.-however, I was actually enjoying myself. Maybe it was the feeling of accomplishment, knowing I was helping but someone so important to me. Maybe I wasn’t fully awake and was still in the midst of pleasant dream. Maybe the diesel fumes were going to my head. Whatever the reasons, I enjoyed my drive despite the early hour and found myself thinking about the ‘big picture’ and how each ofus fit. So many times, I find myself busy with the details of this job or that, and I get lost in the small things. Sometimes, it’s nice to take a few moments and think about the big picture. Think about how in our community, small actions can have a big impact. Service clubs like the Lions, women’s clubs, vet­ erans groups, churches and Nashville’s Center of Hope are made up of community members who do small things that affect many. Even ifit’s just taking a meal to a shut-in neighbor or hold­ ing the door open for a stranger, small acts can make a big impact. Maybe they won’t eradicate poverty in the U.S. or solve the world’s energy crisis, but it could make an impact, at least in one life. Maybe we can’t be a Mother Teresa or Ghandi figure, but what we can do will have just as much impact in our own community. Just a thought, for whatever it’s worth. YEAS: Holden, Kenyon, Coll, Harwood, Dunham ABSENT: two open seats (d) The minimum corrective actions required to abate the viola­ tion were Booher, Harvey, Kim Kramer, and Pat Kersjes. Mulberry Fore Golf Course not only hosted the event, but donated prizes including eight free rounds of golf and prepared the din­ ner for the teams. Roush’s Sidewalk Cafe donated piz­ zas which went to the team of Jon and Cindy Boss, Travis VanAlstine, and Amy Sodeburger. 3. Abatement required. Any person served with a notice and order as provided by this section shall abate the violation as specified by the order. 2. Contents of nolice and order. To the extent known by the vil­ lage, and as applicable under the circumstances, a notice and order under this section shall include: (c) A description of the nature and location of the violations and the provisions ofthis section violated. The team graciously donated its winnings back to the boosters. That team wasn’t the only winning team to return its winnings to the boosters. So did the teams of Trent Harvey, Landon Wilkes, Brian Carpenter, Mike Beachnau, Ray Garvey,Mike Desrochers, Keith Jones, and Jerry Reese who won the 50/50 drawing. Individual event winners NAYS: none 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 of the Village of Nashville at a regular meeting held on 8-28-2008. Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk Adopted: 8-28-2008 Published: 9-6-2008 Effective: 9-26-2008 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 by Monday morning. PLEASE DO NOT PUT OUT LEAVES AT THIS TIME WE WILL BE PICKING LEAVES UP AT A LATER DATE. Nashville DPW 0269.7870 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, September 6,2008 — Page 9 Independent Bank to promote homegrown products Friday ?**«* <i HiitlOitlfflttktatt ufeifrritttoi|l jESiaKSllSttlffl’l iHjdhiliit^gita Kn|Hi^ On Friday, Sept. 12, Independent Bank offices across the state will celebrate locally grown and produced Michigan foods during an event promoting the state’s Select MichiganSM pro­ gram. As part of the celebration, Independent Bank offices in Vermontville and Bellevue will serve fresh-from-theorchard Michigan apples, as well as Michigan mints. Free materials and literature such u-pick farm directories, Michigan produce recipe cards and copies of Wine Country Magazine will be available. In addition to give­ aways, everyone who comes to an Independent Bank office will have a chance to register to win an American Spoon gift box. “We are proud to promote the Select Michigan program because we believe in the importance of choosing products that are grown and produced locally,” said Michael M. Magee, Jr., Independent Bank president and CEO. “Many of the products that make Michigan so unique are produced in the communities we serve, by customers, friends and neighbors we know. Buying locally helps support our state and keeps dollars here.” “Buying locally means consumers receive freshet foods, while supporting local farmers, agri-businesses, and growing1 Michigan’s econo­ my,” said Don KoivistO, Michigan Department of Agriculture (MDA) director. “In fact, if every Michigan household spent just $10 per week on Michigan-produced food, it would generate near­ ly $40 million each and every week in economic activity for our state. So, I encourage consumers to select Michigan — it’s good for you, our growers and our state’s economy” Agriculture is Michigan’s second largest economic driver, generating $63.7 bil­ lion for the state annually. Michigan grows more than 200 agricultural commodi­ ties, making it the secondmost diverse state in the nation. It is also home to more than 160 farmers mar­ kets statewide, with more starting every season as the demand for local products grows. “Select Michigan,” administered by MDA, is the State of Michigan’s brand identification program to promote the sale of Michigan-grown, -processed and -manufactured food and agricultural' products. The Select Michigan logo -can be found on products sold at retail grocery stores and farm markets, statewide. For a listing ofcommunity farmers’ markets, visit the Michigan Farmers’ Market Association Web site, www.farmersmarkets.msu.e du. For a listing of local onfarm markets and u-pick establishments, visit www.michiganfarmfun.com. For more information about the Select Michigan Program, visit www.SelectMichigan.org. Successful blood drive collects 55 pints COBB WEU DRILLING (REPAIR • • • • 7 Day Service Pumps Installed & Repaired Service On Submersible Pumps 2” - 5” Well Drilling and Repair 30 Years Experience Estimates Available 517-726-0377 356 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Richard Cobb David Cobb Ml Lie. #1748 Wednesday night, 3-0. The Rams won 25-13, 25­ 20, 25-18. Jennifer Kent led the Lions with eight kills and 11 digs. Lizzy Stewart con­ tributed 13 service points. Karlee Mater had 12 assists for Maple Valley. “We have a young team and still hope to have more improvement as the season progresses,” said Lion head coach Bill Brenton. The Lions continue the league season this Wednesday at Delton Kellogg. Maple Valley was at — NOTICE — VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE RESIDENTS Any registered voter of the Village of Nashville, who would be interested in serving on the Nashville Village Council (two open positions) OR any area resident who would be interested in serving on the Nashville Zoning Board (three open seats), or on the Nashville Planning Commission (one open seat) should send a letter of intent to the Nashville Village Office at 203 N. Main St. PO Box 587, Nashville, MI 49073. Cathy Lentz Village Clerk Barry County Commission on Aging Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Hearty Menu Monday, September 8 Chicken breast w/gravy, sweet potatoes, green beans, cherry cobbler, dinner roll. Tuesday, September 9 Hawaiian meatballs, rice, carrots, cheese sauce, pineapple and mandarin. Wednesday, September 10 Roast pork w/gravy, broc­ coli, cheese sauce, diced peaches, dinner roll. Thursday, September 11 Chicken Alfredo, penne pasta, stewed tomatoes, applesauce. Friday, September 12 Baked chicken, rice, mixed vegetables, cauliflower, banana. for $5 each which were won by Samantha Semrau and Marie Tomlinson. The donors were treated to root beer floats. The ice cream for the treats was furnished by Carl’s Supermarket of Nashville. The root beer arid cookies were donated by volunteers. The next drive will be Thursday, Oct. 9, from 1 to 6:45 p.m. The location ofthe drive has yet to be announced. Delton Kellogg last week Wednesday (Aug. 27) for the Delton Kellogg Invitational. The Lions went 2-2 on the day. Maple Valley started things off with pool play vic­ tories over DeWitt and Potterville. The Lions topped DeWitt 25-17, 25-18, and Potterville 25-17, 25-19. Schoolcraft, another KVA foe for the Lions, scored a 25-14,25-12 win over Maple Valley to close out pool play. In bracket play, the Lions fell to Hastings 25-11,25-21. Overall on the season, the Lions are now 3-6-1. They were slated to be a part of a tournament at Corunna on Saturday (Sept. 6). Next Saturday, the Lions head to the Olivet Invitational. Mini Massage 9 a.m.-2 p.m.; Bible Study-12:30 p.m. Wednesday, September 10: Hastings - Music with Sam; Low Vision Support 1:30 p.m.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m.; No Nails. Delton Reminiscence. Thursday, September 11: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with the Lewis’. Nashville - TV Time. Delton Puzzles/ Trivia. Friday, September 12: Hastings - Exercise 9 a.m.; Mixed Media Painting 9:30 a.m.; Model Railroad 12 p.m. Woodland - Visiting. Cold Menu Monday, September 8 Cottage cheese, Spanish bean salad, diced peaches, whole wheat crackers. Tuesday, September 9 The American Red Cross held a successful blood drive recently at Mulberry Fore Golf Course in Nashville last month. A total of 59 donors were presented during the drive, giving 55 pints of blood, including two first-time donors. John Rathburn earned his 33-gallon pin and Steven Hochstetler: earned his three-gallon pin. The Gardens restaurant donated two gift certificates Rams start KVA season with victory over the Lions ladies The Maple Valley varsity volleyball team dropped its Kalamazoo Valley Association opener at Galesburg-Augusta ^uCounju Seafood pasta salad, broccoli raisin salad, applesauce. Wednesday, September 10 Chef salad, garbanzo bean salad, tropical fruit, whole wheat crackers. Thursday, September 11 Turkey arid pasta salad w/cheddar cheese, Corn O’Brian, pineapple tidbits. Friday, September 12 Roast beefw/cheese, toma­ to salad, pineapple tidbits, Wheat bread. Activities Calendar Monday, September 8: Hastings - Nashville 5 10:30 a.m.; Watercolor 1-4 p.m.; Sept. Birthday Party; Card Making 12:30 p.m. Kinship Care 7 p.m. Delton - BP Clinic/Bingo. H,W,N Reminiscence. Tuesday, September 9: Hastings - No Line Dancing; 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. o?ORniiT? 06663312 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 send a letter of intent to the Nashville Village office at 203 N. Main St. Cathy Lentz Village Clerk 06677179 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 pur office at the number listed below. MORT­ GAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a cer­ tain mortgage made by: Greg A Matthews arid Angela Ellwood, to Oak Street Mortgage LLC, Mortgagee, dated April 26, 2004 arid recorded May 5, 2004 in Instrument # 1127009 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was subsequently assigned through mesne assign­ ments to: Household Finance Corporation III, on which mort­ gage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eighty Thousand Twenty-Two Dollars and Fifty-Six Cents ($180,022.56) including interest 9.93% 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 vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on October 2, 2008. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 20 acres of the west one half of the north­ west one quarter of section 12, town 1 north, range 8 west, Johnstown Township, Barry County, Michigan, except the school house site in the north­ west comer being 11 rods north and south by 10 rods east and west. Also excepting the east 528 feet of above described parcel. Commonly known as 4100 Lacey Rd, Bellevue MI 49021 The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption peri­ od shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expira­ tion of the notice required by MCL 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later. Dated: AUGUST 26, 2008 Household Finance Corporation III, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 08-97577 ASAP# 2866308 08/30/2008, 09/06/2008, 09/13/2008,09/20/2008 00772288 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: Paul J Smith and Tammy Smith, Husband and Wife to Equifirst Corporation, Mortgagee, dated September 27, 2001 and record­ ed November 8, 2001 in Instrument # 1069495 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was subsequently assigned through mesne assign­ ments to: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. successor by merger to Wells Fargo Bank Minnesota, National Association, (formerly known as Norwest Bank Minnesota, N.A.)(the "Principal"),, in its capacity as Trustee under that certain Pooling and Servicing Agreement relating to Structured Asset Securities Corporation Mortgage Pass Through Certificate 2002-HF1, dated as of May 1; 2002 (the "Agreement") by and among, Structured Asset Securities Corporation, (as Depositor), Aurora Loan Services, Inc. (as Master Servicer) and Household Finance Corporation (as Servicer) and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. (as Trustee), on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-One Thousand Two Hundred Dollars arid Ninety­ Eight Cents ($141,200.98) including interest 13.5% 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. Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on September 18, 2008. Said premises are situated in Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan; and are described as-: 10 Acres in Square Form in Southwest corner of (he Northwest, one-quarter of the Southwest one-quarter of Section 29, Town 4 'North, Range 8 West, Excepting therefrom, the follow­ ing described Parcel: Beginning at a point,-.on the West line of Section 29, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, distance 300 feet North of the Southwest comer of the Southwest tone-quarter of the Northwest , one-quarter of the Southwest One-quarter of said Section 29, thence North along said West Section line, 360 feet; thence East parallel with the South line of said Southwest q’nequarter of the Northwest onequarter of the Southwest onequarter, 385 feet; thence South 300 feet; thence West 125 feet; thence South 60 feet; thence West 260 feet to the Place of Beginning. Carlton Township, Barry County, Michigan Commonly known as 3260 N Broadway, Hastings Ml 49058 The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a,. in which case the redemption peri­ od shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expira­ tion of the notice required by MCL 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later. Dated: AUGUST 13, 2008 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. succes­ sor by merger to Wells Fargo Bank Minnesota, National Association, (formerly known as Norwest Bank Minnesota, N.A.)(the "Principal"), in its capacity as Trustee under that certain Pooling and Servicing Agreement relating to Structured Asset Securities Corporation Mortgage • Pass Through Certificate 2002-HF1, dated as of May 1, 2002 (the "Agreement") by and among, Structured Asset Securities Corporation/ (as Depositor), Aurora Loan Services, Inc. (as Master Servicer) and Household Finance Corporation (as Servicer ) and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. (as Trustee) Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 08-96971 ASAP# 2853425 08/16/2008, 08/23/2008, 08/30/2008,09/06/2008 oesreasi �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, September 6,2008 — Page 10 Back’s big night powers Lions past the Panthers yards on 11 carries and brought back memories of the great breakaway backs Maple Valley’s Jeff Burd that Maple Valley has tradidid everything but win the tionally produced over the 50-50 drawing at half-time years. It was an aspect ofthe against Delton Friday. Burd game that the Lions lacked had a career night, scoring last year however, and all the points the Lions Mittelstaedt was glad to see would need in their 18-15 it has returned. victory over host Delton. “Jeff has great vision, the Burd scored on pass ability to see the whole receptions of 64 and 52 field,” Mittelstaedt said. yards and scampered for a “He saw the blocks- develop31-yard touchdown run to ing in front of him and was provide the offense and then able to make the move he needed to get to the opening. That is the thing that all good running backs have, the ability to see a hole as it is opening up and move quickly to take advantage of it. “It’s what sets them apart. But it starts with the block­ ing.” Blocking, tackling and staying strong throughout the entire play has been the staple of Maple Valley foot­ ball throughout Mittelstaedt’s career and it is what has enabled him to achieve acclaim as a mem­ Dusty Cowell, 53, leads the way for Maple Valley runner Jeff Burd Friday in the ber of the Michigan High Lions’ victory over host Delton. Cowell not only provided key blocks for Burd through­ School Football Coach’s out the night, he helped lead the way on defense. Cowell and Brogan Bodenmuller Hall ofFame while he is still each finished with 12 tackles on the night. active. “We played very well up the quarter, Fisher hit Burd It was one of the few mis- up. Running out of time and front on both sides of the on a perfect 56-yard scoring takes the Lions made all hope, Delton tried a desper­ ball,” Mittelstaedt said, “and pass to make it 12-0. night, however, as Maple ation pass in the final half that is where games are won Burd’s 31-yard touch- Valley pretty much con- minute, but Burd put the finand lost. For every great down run with 8:09 left in trolled the game throughout. ishing touches on his great back, there are ten otherr the first half was a thing of The Lions finished with 283 night with an interception players who have to do their beauty and proved to be the yards of total offense, while that sealed the victory for job in order for him to be deciding points of the game. Delton finished with 207. the Lions. successful.” Delton got on the score­ Trenton Courtney, Mr. * “It’s good to be 2-0,” Mittelstaedt said he was board when Taylor Kingsley Inside to Burd’s Mr. Mittelstaedt said, “but we particularly impressed with returned the ensuing kickoff Outside, finished with 93 have our work cut out for us. the defensive effort against 85 yards to score. yards rushing on the night. There are no easy games on the Panthers. “We kicked it a little too Matt Ingle led Delton the scheduled this year. “I tthought Nicholas deep on play” rushers with 108 yards on 21 Next week have on that that week we we Thurlby, , Kyle Kyle Fisher, Fisher, Mittelstaedt said. The Lions carries. HeHe scored the Pennfield. Ithas been a Brogan Bodenmuller and had previouslysquibbed second touchdown a prevousy sque Panthers anterssecon toucown, great rivalry over the years Maple Valley quarterback Kyle Fisher sets to throw a Dusty Cowell really stepped their kickoffs to negate the a three yard run with 29 sec- and we can expect to have up defensively tonight,” Panther’s sleight of hand onds left to play in the third our work cut out for us. 64-yard touchdown pass to Jeff Burd on the third play Mittelstaedt. “When the tactics of having all their quarter. The game then Pennfield is always a touch from scrimmage Friday. (Photo by Jon Gambee) game got close at the end, deep return men huddle on became a matter ofball con- game.” they gave us the effort we the ball before breaking in trol. needed to win.” all directions to fool the “We went back to basics Maple Valley ran up 18 defense. down the down the stretch,” points before Delton got on “We tried to force them to Mittelstaedt said. “Jeffcame the scoreboard and it was field the ball low and stop up with two huge first down the defense that made the them from gathering up like runs and Trenton gave us a We build on our reputation...just ask our customers.1 difference down the stretch. that,” Mittelstaedt, “but we couple of big runs up the The Lions scored on the kicked that one a little too middle to keep them honest. game’s third play when deep and they were able to And when Delton got one Fisher hit Burd streaking fool us on the exchange. more chance to pull out a OFFERING COMPLETE down the right sideline for a WATER & WELL “That was a mistake.” victory, the defense stepped 64-yard touchdown. Later in DRILLING & PUMP by Jon Gambee Staff Writer got in on the defensive effort with an interception and a fumble recovery. “He provided us with a spark, no question,” said coach Maple Valley Guenther Mittelstaedt after he had seen his Lions run their 2008 season record to 2-0. “But I was particularly impressed with our blocking, both up front and out of the backfield. They gave Jeff the openings and he took advantage of them.” Burd finished with 124 EWING WELL DRILLING INC. Joe Montgomery Builders, Inc. Building dreams since 1978 New Construction and Home Improvement ■ 122 S. Lincoln, Charlotte (517) 543-1718 ACT registration deadline is Sept. 19 * Residential The next ACT test will be administered Oct. 25. 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Christian by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The start of the Kalamazoo Valley Association season didn’t go the way the Lions would have liked Wednesday after­ noon. Parchment came to Fuller Street Field and scored an 8- Barry County the credit for playing the entire game and finishing,” Meersma said. “They are very similar to us, probably more experienced, but about the same depth. I’d like to see them again.” The Lions led 1-0 in the contest, after an early goal by Ethan Hicks off an assist from Cody Brumm. The half 0 win over Maple Valley’s varsity boys’ soccer team, with ten minutes remaining in the second half. The Lions had to juggle their roster a bit last week, and that slowed the team down a bit. Maple Valley was missing Ross Smith on Wednesday, went down hill from there, as the Lions struggled to transi­ tion from offense to defense. Barry Country Christian put in three goals the remain­ der of the half. Meersma said he saw flashes of better play in the second half from his team, which did manage to shut down Barry County Christian the rest of the way while getting a goal of its own from Christian Stein to close out the scoring. Maple Valley hosts Hackett Catholic Central in a tough KVA match on Monday afternoon, then will be at Olivet for a league dual on Wednesday. Maple Valley boys 12th at Ovid-Elsie’s Marauder Invite The Lions’ Ethan Hicks works to keep the ball in bounds along the sideline Wednesday against Parchment. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Maple Valley senior Josh Fulford shields the ball from a pair of Parchment defenders during Wednesday’s KVA contest. (Photo by Perry Hardin) after he was injured in the first few minutes. “While this was key, Parchment has a very physi­ cal team with a lot of depth,” said Lion head coach Josh Meersma. Maple Valley was without a couple key offensive performers Thursday, as it fell at Barry County Christian 32, Jimmy Brown and Adrian Conde. “I’d like to think they would have changed the game in our favor, but give Maple Valley managed to Parsons third in 17:11.1, and Fowler’s top five girls output fiye runners together to Morsi Rayyan fifth in ran the top five from DeWitt, get a team score in the boys’ 17:11.9. finishing with 49 points to the competition at Wednesday’s The Redwings finished Panthers’ 72. The top five Marauder Cross Country with 52 points. Perry was sec-runners for Fowler finished in Invitational hosted by Ovid- ond with 90 points, followed the top 21 overall, and the top Elsie High School.. by Fowlerville 100, Fowler seven for DeWitt were in the The Lion boys’ finished in 113, Durand 125, Ovid-Elsie top 23. Fowler had the top 12th place, led by Joe 152, Chesaning 155, Owosso two individuals, with Brianne in Benedict who was 21st over-180, Byron 198, Bath 263, Feldpausch finishing all in 18 minutes 54.1 sec-Lansing Waverly 288, Maple 20:25.6, and Brooke Simon in onds. Valley 296, St. Charles 316, 20:41.8. St. Johns was third in the In the team scoring, Josh DeWitt 395, and Morrice Perkins was 48th with a time NTS. team standings with 77 Durand’s David Madrigal points, followed by Perry of 20:13.0, Zach Mellville 68th in 21:37.3, Tyler Brumm was the individual champion, 121, Fowlerville 136, Bath 70th in 21:43.2, and Caleb finishing nearly half a minute 172, Owosso 173, Byron 174, Chambers 89th in 23:48.0. ahead of Salemi in 16:44.1. Chesaning 205, and St. The Lions finished with The Lion girls’ team had Charles 294. The Lions will be a part of 296 points in the 15-team just three athletes participatfield. ing, leaving the team without the Thomapple Kellogg St. Johns boys’ won the a score. Lauren Trumble led Invitational at Gun Lake on championship on the day, the Lions with a time of Monday, then open the with three runners in the top 22:22.7. Kayla Shaw finished Kalamazoo Valley five. Alex Salemi was second in 25:46.6, and Pantera Rider Association season at Delton overall in 17:10.6, Garret in 25:57.8. Kellogg Wednesday. Maple Valley Athletic Boosters Club Would like TO THANK THE FOLLOWING GOLF TEE SPONSORS At Their Annual Golf Scramble Outing - Baron Ton, CPA - Courtside Embroidery Screen Printing - Country Kettle Cafe' - Hometown Lumber - J.B. Cabinets - Jerry Reese Maple Valley Real Estate - Kent Oil Si Propane - Musser’s Service - Mulberry Gardens - Reynolds (Si Sons Sporting Goods - Stanton’s Real Estate & Auctioneers - Tai Gearhart State Farm Insurance - Carl’s Supermarket - Daniels Funeral Home - Hamilton Excavating - Hickey Electric - Independent Bank - Maple Valley Pharmacy John-Boy Electric Moo-Ville Creamery Main Street Salon W W Repair Service Nashville Lions Club Road Runners Citizens LLC Eaton Federal Savings Bank Frost Heating and Cooling Hastings City Bank Hummel’s Body Shop Maple Valley Implement Jack Pearls - John Moore Sales (Orvin Moore) Wilson Sugar Bush Roush’s Sidewalk Cafe' Trumble Agency, Inc. Special Thanks to Mulberry Fore Golf Course FOR HOSTING OUR EVENT, Donating Prizes including 8 FREE ROUNDS OF GOLF AND Preparing Also, Cafe ' to the Dinner. Roush’s Sidewalk for donating a pizza WHICH WENT TO THE TEAM OF Jon and Cindy Boss, Travis VanAlstine and Amy Sodenburger. Once again, Thank You FROM THE Maple Valley Athletes Booster Club and FOR YOUR CONTINUING SUPPORT. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/822/MapleValleyNews_2008-09-13.pdf f8cda11deda3e20e0727ec9bdd83f547 PDF Text Text MAPLE VALLE HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 227 EAST STATE ST HASTINGS Ml 49058 m Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 136-No. 37, September 13, 2008 Local hunters bag once in a-lifetime elk by Amy Jo Parish In an almost made-for-TV ending, Bruce Savage of Mulliken bagged an elk just four minutes before the close of the four-day early season and four minutes before the last elk hunt of his life. With a limited population and an enormous amount of applicants, the Department of Natural Resources grants each selected hunter only one bull elk license. Among the more than 33,000 appli­ cations received last year, just. 168 hunters were grant­ ed licenses. This year, with a Doug Brownell displays his 450-pound cow he shot near Vanderbilt during the first robust population of around 1,200, the DNR doubled the season of the elk hunt. He will be able to apply for another elk license in 10 more number of licenses issued. years. “Any elk” licenses were granted to 110 hunters, and 220 more were granted anterless-only licenses. “I was the last one called up to get a license, it was the last minutes of the sea­ son. It was darn near the last of everything but I got my elk, that was the main thing.” Bruce Savage Rod Clute, big game spe­ cialist with the DNR, said the numbers were doubled after two years of research and a new method of count­ ing the population that has led to more accurate records. “We have gone to a new method of estimating that population. This was the third year in doing so, and the fjrst two years we didn’t make any changes because we were trying out the new system and wanted to make sure there were no errors,” said Clute. “We made the changes after receiving the same data three years in a row.” Once a hunter is awarded an Any Elk license, allowing See ELK HUNT, page 5 Lease agreement by drain commissioner may cause $13,500 bill to county by Amy Jo Parish Eaton County Drain Commissioner Brady Harrington said he believes he acted in the best interest of the community and its residents when he entered into a lease agreement with the county’s chief engineer, David Wilcox. Nearly three years ago, Harrington and Wilcox entered into the agreement, allowing Wilcox to take up residence at 8255 West Mt. Hope Highway free of charge. In return, Wilcox was to oversee the property and the construction equipment located there. In a sheriff’s report, Wilcox told officers he was allowed to move in after his ’divorce three years ago. “He was essentially responsible for watching over the property in addition to being on call 24-7 as my project manager,” said Harrington. The residence is owned by Carrier Creek Drainage District, and the drain commissioner’s office may soon be writing a check to the tune of $13,500 in back taxes. Brian Thelen, Delta Township assessing director, contacted the-state tax commission and a special hearing will be held to determine if the property should remain tax-free or if they should be Charged retroactively on the property. According to a report filed with the the Eaton Eaton County Sheriff’s Office, Lt. Warder and Sgt. Jungel visited the address after a complaint from Thelen that someone was living at the residence. Thelen was contacted by Candace Arritt who was interested in purchasing the property. After checking the propand erty discovering “numerous pizza boxes and beer cans lying around the kitchen,” the report stated Thelen noticed a male standing in one of the windows. After knocking, on the door twice and asking the subject to come to the door, Thelen contacted the sheriffs office after the suspect failed to come to the door. Once the officers arrived, they were able to gain entry through an open window next to a door and discovered evidence that led them to believe someone was living in the house. “There were also numerous empty beer cans, with a large amount piled up in the main bathroom approximately waist high. It definitely appeared as though someone was living in the residence,” said Lt. Warder in his report of the incident. The house was purchased by Carrier Creek Drainage District in 2003 along with 16 acres and was specified to be used for a public purpose, making it tax-exempt. Harrington said the intention has always been to put the house and two acres upon which it sits, up for sale. He said Wilcox still resides at the house and could possibly stay -there until it is sold. “For the time being, he (Wilcox) is still there,” said Harrington in a phone inter­ view Friday morning. “When See LEASE, page 5 Alternative ed at capacity, other schools show enrollment decline Maple Valley School principals reported lower student enrollment almost districtwide at Monday night’s board meeting. The official student count reported to the State of Michigan will take place Sept. 24. Alternative education is already at its student capacity, reported Principal Chris Parkinson. The program enrolls 21 students each year and is still receiving daily phone call inquiring about openings. school implemented a similar Maplewood Principal Fred science lab that has been sucDavenport reported a student cessful and is hoping the math count of 300, compared to lab also will result in higher 328.2 at the same time last test scores for the students. A decrease of eight stuyear. The .2 in last year’s count refers to a student who dents and class sizes that was part of the band program range from 16 students in the only. Davenport also reported Early 4s program and more on a new math program being than 26 in the third grade year. were reported by Fuller Street implemented this Classes will be able to use a Principal Jason Miller. Miller said the teachers and new hands-on math lab that will coordinate with the les- staff showed enthusiasm for the new school year and the sons in the classroom. The the new school year and the first week was a success. ““ItIt was was one of the smoothest and positive starts I’ve had, to date,” Miller told the board. At the high school, enrollment also is down, said Principal Todd Gonser. With a smooth start, fall sports are well underway and homecoming is scheduled for Oct. 10, he said. See ENROLLMENT, page 4 More than $13,500 in back taxes could be billed to the Eaton County Drain Commissioner’s office on this resi­ dence at 8255 West Mt. Hope Highway in Delta Township. In This Issue • Brownfield assessment delays new business development • Treasurer reminds residents, taxes due September 15 • Basketball benefit planned for Nashville skate park • Maple Valley boys can’t keep Eagles’ top flyer out of the air �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, September 13,2008 - Page 2 Vacation ordeal changed life for area woman by Helen Mudry Staff Writer “It’s a miracle, it’s a mira­ cle” was the best way Julie Beglin’s mother, Joyce Shook, could describe her daughter’s near-death health emergency and recovery. Beglin, Lakewood High School’s secretary, was in Destin, Fla., over spring break with her family when something went drastically wrong with her gall bladder. An internal infection pumped gangrene into her system and sent her to the emergency room ofthe small local hospital. Because ofthe severity of her condition, she was air-lifted to a large hos­ pital in Pensacola. The doctors said if she had surgery on her gall bladder, her chances of survival were 10 percent but 0 percent without surgery. The doctors later said they were being In May, Julie was well optimistic on the 10 percent enough to travel, and a return prognosis. Beglin had a long recov­ trip to Michigan via a private ery ahead of her. Shook said jet was donated by a local one day she counted 17 intra­ benefactor. Back in Michigan, Julie venous bags on one pole and four on another. Adding to still required several weeks the problem, Julie was still in of hospitalization at Sparrow Florida, away for home and Hospital in Lansing. Her right leg was amputated friends. The Beglin family of below the knee and her left course wanted to be near foot has no feeling, making Julie and looked for a place balance a problem. She to stay. The pilot who had presently uses a wheelchair airlifted Julie to Pensacola and is learning to use crutch­ learned ofthe family’s plight es. The amputation wound and offered the use of his has to heal before a prothesis can be used. spacious home. Julie said many people They accepted his gen­ erosity and stayed there for helped her through the crisis the five weeks before Julie and she has a community to was strong enough to return thank. “First I want to thank my to Michigan. The Lakewood communi­ Lord for bringing me ty was kept up to date on her recovery through a link on the school’s Web site. It had hundreds of hits. through my very serious ill­ ness,” she said. She gave credit to her parents, Don and Joyce. Shook of Vermontville, for bringing God into her life and giving her the strength to get through this. Her husband, Scott, stood by her side and supported her in Florida and now back at home. Her sister Barb Roberts stood by her side all the while she was in Florida, never leaving her alone. Another sister, Pat Kruger, took over in taking care of the Beglin family, “Like a second mom,” she said. Julie’s brother Jamie Shook has made the family home more handicap-acces­ sible. Her brother Mark was always there for love and Vermontville Bible Church invites all children in kindergarten through sixth grade to attend Awana Boys and Girls Club, set to begin its 2008-09 club year Wednesday, Sept. 17. The club will meet Wednesdays from 6:30 to 8 p.m. through April 2009. Awana is one of the largest nondenomihational children and youth ministries in the world. Awana clubs are active in more than 110 countries, reaching more than 1 million young people each week. Awana meetings at Vermontville Bible Church attract 50 to 60 children from Vermontville, Nashville, Hastings, Lake Odessa, Charlotte and surrounding communities. Some highlights of the club include game time, spe­ cial theme nights, large group time featuring guest speakers, and the wearing of a club uniform. Boys and girls also work through handbooks to learn important life values and Scripture. Vermontville Bible Church is located at 250 N. Main Street in Vermontville. For more information, con­ tact the church office at 517- 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 • Lockouts Dependable, damage-free • Tire Service towing! ’Accident Recovery S* Long-Haul Off-Road DOBBIN'S JEFF DOBBIN'S AUTO SERVICE, INC. • Owner, JeffDobbin, ASE Master Technician over 20 years experience 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 Sendee: (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. 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School....................... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... 11 a.m. Evening Worship...... ........... 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting........ .......... 7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) 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 OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517)726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG Wed. 5:30 p.m................... Family Supper 6:00-7:15............................. Pioneer Club Sun: 9:00..................................... Sunday 10: 00............................................. Church 11: 00....................................... Fellowship GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School.................... 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... P.M. Worship............. 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 PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org ......... 11a.m. ......... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship ................................... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 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. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. a.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School 10:50 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday 726-0647 or e-mail office@myvbc.org. Additional information and registration forms are also available at www.myvbc.org. The church serves families in the Maple Valley area through a variety of ministry programs and Sunday and Wednesday evening servic­ es. The Vermontville Bible Church Boys Truth in Training Club savors the moment after winning at the regional Awana Games last year in Lansing. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH support. Betsy Stevens, Julie’s niece, had a wealth medical knowledge that Julie credits Awana clubs to begin at Vermontville church ^Diana’s ^ace : Julie Beglin for saving her life. Stevens also helped in the transport from Florida to Michigan. Julie’s friends Kim Mitchell and Laurie Duits have helped when she was in the hospital and since she has been home. There were many thoughts, prayers, e-mails, cards, gifts of money and meals from the Lakewood community and Nashville Baptist Church. Sunfield United Brethren Church gave her quilt. Joyce said Julie has a good attitude and accepts her con­ dition. “If I get depressed, every­ one else will, too,” she said. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Senrices 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages .. .10:30 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road ool (1/2 mile East ofM-66, vice 5 mi. south ofNashville) 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 ..; A.M. Service P.M. Service Wed. Service 9:45 a 11 a .......... 7 p.m. 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship................... 8:30 a.m Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................. 11:15 a.m. PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 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 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST . CHURCH . Sunday Mass....................... 9:45 a.m. FATHER AL RUSSELL A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings 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 NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH SOUTH KALAMO 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 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. 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 .. .6:30 p.m. AWANA................. 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 am. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK 06652103 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, September 13,2008 — Page 3 SUPERINTENDENT’S CORNER Funding not keeping up with districts1 expenses by Kim Kramer iJgqMwIiwi ja'ilis? I JRCH ®M 7 w»* Hi* idl ^tlW ^tlW •*“ t#t wWLi wWLim UU M®*?* * pi)S»S |0* As students settle into school and focus on academ­ ic subjects, the board and administrators are turning their attention to paying for those students' education in the face of continuing tight budgets. Most superintendents in the state have joined me in saying that the $112 increase in per-pupil funding from the state for the 2008-09 fiscal year will not be enough to prevent further cost-cutting moves.The Maple Valley School District’s 2008-09 budget was on the agenda Monday night and will be on the agenda for the board’s meeting in October. This inadequate funding from the state is an issue for small, medium and large dis­ tricts, alike. My fellow superintendent at Ypsilanti, James Hawkins, recently said, "Financing of public education in the state of Michigan, particularly as it affects public schools, is at a real catastrophic level ... We can't continue to keep cutting and cutting, or we'll totally destroy ... quality programs for kids." Since 2005, Hawkins said, his district has made $14.3 million in budget cuts, which included closing two elemen­ tary school buildings. In addition, the district was pro­ jecting a $3.2 million deficit this year, but made $500,000 in cuts and used $2.7 million in proceeds from the sale of a closed school to balance a $55 million budget. This is the type of scenario that is happening in every district all over this state, including our neighbors. Here in The Valley, we have cut nearly $2.5 million out of our budget in the past three years. We have cut, in personnel alone, 24 percent of our administration, 7 per­ cent of our teachers, 5 per­ cent of our secretaries, 7 per­ cent of our aides, 11 percent of our transportation, and 20 percent of our custodians. 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We can't continue to keep cutting and cut­ ting, or we'll totally destroy... quality pro­ grams for kids." OTHE WOMEN (PG-13) 11:10,1:40, 4:15, 6:45, 9:15 FRI/SATLS 11:40 o® RIGHTEOUS KILL (R) 12:20, 2:40, 5:00, 7:20, 9:35 FRI/SAT LS 11:55 © DEATH RACE (PG-13) 7:30, 9:45 FRI/SAT LS 12:00 © JOURNEY TO THE CENTER OF THE EARTH (PG) 1:10,3:15,5:20 O BANGKOK DANGEROUS (R) 12:10,2:25,4:45,7:05,9:25 writer and photographer as well as the founder and chairman of the Mid­ Michigan Photography Club. With four professional international titles and five consecutive years voted Michigan's best published outdoor photo, and seven Michigan state champi­ onships as an amateur and 11 professional writing awards, St. Germain brings a humor­ ous, entertaining and experi- enced approach to teaching. His seminar is geared to help improve photography skills for either wildlife or general purposes. Included in this seminar will be tips on lighting, flash, image quality and making a final presenta­ tion with photos. Contact Andrea at the Eaton Conservation District 517-543-5848 ext. 5 to regis­ ter. The $20 workshop fee will cover materials and refreshments. Register by Sept. 29. This workshop is being held in conjunction with the Eaton Conservation District's annu­ al photo contest. For more information about the photo contest or the workshop, log on to www.eatoncounty.org/depar tments/ECD. LEASE, continued from page 1 - James Hawkins, Ypsilanti schools superintendent On top of this severe drop in state funding, we, like a number of other districts, are facing a major decline in enrollment. This is a direct result of the poor economy, which is having a devastating effect on families all over our district. Last year, we saw 104 students leave the dis­ trict because ofthe economy. This year, our preliminary numbers appear to be around 98 more. Since the state gives money according to student population, this means we have lost nearly $1.5 million in state aid last year and this year combined. Schools are not alone. We are fully aware that our vil­ lages and our townships are going through very difficult financial times, also. It may be time for us, as a community, to come together to discuss and plan jointly for our future. Now is not a time for negative finger pointing;; now is a time for working together. The board of education and the school’s administration will hold its annual goalsetting meeting this Monday evening. They plan to look for a way to engage the com­ munity in what the school and community can do together. Please watch the paper and the district’s Web site for information on opportunities to become involved. The Carrier Creek Drainage District owns this residence and bought it under tax-exempt guidelines. Drain Commissioner Brady Harrington, however, entered into a lease agreement with a co-worker, possibly jeopardizing that tax-exempt status. we put it on the market we’ll ask the Realtor ifthey would prefer that it is lived in or not.” When asked why the house wasn’t put on the maryears ago, ket three Harrington said construction on the adjacent property would have created a lessthan-favorable situation for anyone who purchased it. “It wouldn’t have been fair to sell the house and then say, ‘Oh, by the way, you’re going to have construction and construction equipment around and a construction driveway going by the bedroom window. Improvements have been HASTINGS 4 0*** * #0 jar. Register now for nature photography class Kalamo church to host chicken supper The Kalamo United Methodist Church Women will hold their annual chick­ en supper Thursday, Sept. 18, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Kalamo United Methodist Church south of M-79 on Ionia Road. They will be serve chick­ en, biscuits and gravy, mashed potatoes, squash, cole slaw and homemade pie. Prices are: adults $8, chil­ dren $2.50, preschoolers eat for free. Local talent will provide entertainment. A short pres­ entation of pictures of the church’s past and present also will be shown. Worship services are held at 9 and 10:30 a.m. every Sunday, with time for fel­ lowship between the two services. Each Sunday in October will be a special event in honor of the church’s 140th anniversary. A homecoming is planned for Oct. 25. More information on these events will be shared later. made to the property since it was purchased, said Harrington and now that the construction is complete on the land near to the house, the sale can proceed. “The construction drive­ way has been reseeded, and we’re just waiting on the splits that are being approved by Delta Township, and it’s ready to go on the market,” he said. Teresa O’Dell with the Eaton County Prosecutor’s office said the case has been referred to the state prosecutor since some of those involved are elected offi­ cials. Harrington said he is hopeful the situation will be resolved quickly. “I think the ultimate reso­ lution, hopefully, is that peo­ ple will see that it was the best situation to see that an asset was looked after on their behalf, kept in good condition and will be able to be sold at a good price.” £! & undscapiito JL fZe Sm/ Plant! Just north of MooVille ... 5715 SOMth M-66 * 517-852-1864 «»<■, MUMS are in! Assorted sorted Colors — $Q5o siqoo | Trees & Shrubs up to 50% off»Clearance on Patio Furniture Landscaping - FREE Estimates New Fall Hours: Tues.-Fri. 9-5; Sat. 9-4 lack & Judy s C°0KINg ITS best Her: Honey,,wa what dooyou you want for f supper tonight? Nashville’s friendly family restaurant with family prices Him: Oh, I don’t know ... 113 N. Main, Nashville 517-852-9700 Hours: Open 7 Days 6AM-8PM let’s go to Jack & Judy’s Country Kettle Cafe in Nashville for some good home cook­ ing - okay? Hansbarge Heating & Air Conditioning .LI.rC-rE-wN.S-E-Dn Vermontville, Ml INSURED COLE HAIXISBARGER Owner RUUD Featuring Ruud Bas Furnaces and Air Conditioners. Full Line of Indoor Air Quality Products • FREE Estimates �Just Say ’As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, September 13. 2008 — Page 4 Local alpaca farms to celebrate National Alpaca Farm Days School Pond Alpacas, of Delton. Four Musketeers of Bellevue and Lissabeth's Alpaca’s of Dowling will participate in the second annual National Alpaca Farm Days, Saturday and Sunday, Sept 27 and 28, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. The event is free to all vis­ itors and the hosts encourage the public to “make a day of it” and visit all three farms. Alpaca breeders from across the United States and Canada will invite the public to come to their farm or ranch that weekend to meet alpacas and learn more about these inquisitive, unique ani­ mals. The three local farms wel­ come guests to learn about the types of alpacas and the fiber they produce. Guests can see spinning demonstra­ tions and products that are made from alpaca. School Pond Alpacas is located at 13202 Gilkey Lake Road, Delton (269671-4556). Lissabeth’s Alpacas are at 1675 Stamm Road, Dowling (269-721­ 3741). The Four Musketeers are located at 13201 Brady, Bellevue (269-763-3625.) Cousins to llamas, alpacas are native to the Andean Mountain range of South America, particularly Peru, Bolivia and Chile. Alpacas were first import­ ed to the United States in 1984. Since then, the alpaca industry has grown steadily, according to the Alpaca Owners and Breeders Association (AOBA), the backbone of the alpaca industry. Current records estimate more than 120,000 registered alpacas with the Alpaca Registry Inc. in the United States and more than 4,000 AOBA members in North America. There are two types of alpacas in the United States today. Although almost physically identical, what distinguishes the two is their fiber. The Huacaya (wa-Ki’ah) is the more common of the two and has a fluffy, extremely fine coat The Suri is the rarer ofthe two and has fiber that is silky and resem­ bles pencil-locks. Adult alpacas stand at approximately 36 inches at the withers and generally weigh between 150 and 200 pounds. They do not have horns, hooves, claws or inci­ sors. Alpacas are alert, intel­ ligent, curious and pre­ dictable. Social animals that seek companionship, they communicate most common­ ly by softly humming. Alpacas are shorn every 12 to 18 months. They pro­ duced five to 10 pounds of luxurious fiber. Long ago, alpaca fiber was reserved for ENROLLMENT, continued from page 1 — Co-teaching, a new process implemented this year, is also going well, reported Gonser. At Monday’s meeting, the royalty. Today it is pur­ school board approved leave chased in its raw fleece form requests for district employ­ by a fiber cooperatives, ees. Medical requests sub­ hand-spinners and fiber mitted by custodian Christy artists. Knitters buy it as Wendorf, paraprofessional yam. Tracey Mihailoff and teacher Because ofits soft texture, Lonnie Spencer were all alpaca fiber is sometimes unanimously approved. A compared to cashmere, and it maternity leave was also has the luster of silk. Alpaca approved for teacher is as warm as wool but Suzanne Waffle. achieves that warmth at oneThe board also received a third the weight of wool. It letter form SET-SEG, the comes in 22 natural colors, districts property and casual­ but can be dyed any desired ty insurance carrier. The let­ shade. ter stated that the district has Additional performance been awarded $10,498 in characteristics include surplus funds. Each year, stretch, water repellency and participating school districts odor reduction. For travelers, contribute to the insurance. clothing made from alpaca is Depending on the number of desirable because it is wrin­ claims filed during the year, kle-resistant there is often a surplus. To find out more about The summer also was busy National Alpaca Farm Days for the district with several visit programs in place for local www.NationalAlpacaFarmD students. ays.com or call the farms Terry Woodman reported directly. that the latchkey program includes a preschool aspect this year and is using Zoo­ phonics for lessons. During the summer, students in the program created butterfly and vegetable gardens and completed a lesson on recy­ cling using a reverse garden. The Alpha-Safari Program headed by educators Julie Swartz and Mary Slag, worked with students who tested poorly at kindergarten soon in the downtown park. round-up. Four teachers The swingset will be paid for worked with four different by a grant from Eaton groups each day, and activiCounty Parks and the ties included trips to Potter Vermontville Lions Club. Park Zoo, the park in Lake O’Dell said he is hopeful Odessa and MooVille the new swingset will be in Creamery in Nashville. After place before the homecom- the program, a majority of ing parade Oct. 10, along the students recognized a with a new light pole outside greater number of letters, of the old outpost building sounds and sights. downtown. Business Manager Darryl The council also decided Sydloski reported that the to take part in the homecom-state house passed its version ing parade. The event is of the 2008-09 School Aid being organized by Maple Bill. Some highlights include Syrup Queen Jaklynn Platte. an increase of $ 112 per pupil, The next council meeting bringing the foundation is scheduled for Oct. 2 at 7 allowance to $7,316 per p.m. in the village office. pupil at Maple Valley. MSRP changes its name from Michigan School Readiness Program to Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP). Brownfield assessment delays new business development Treasurer reminds residents^ taxes due Seetember 15 by Amy Jo Parish Also at the meeting, Though nearly half of the Village Treasurer Kay Marsh village was out ofpower, the reminded residents that taxes Vermontville Village are due Monday, Sept. 15. Council still held its regular­ The council voted to pur­ ly scheduled meeting chase a stencil and paint Thursday night. The loca­ “Step” to place outside ofthe tion, however, was changed American Legion. A railing to the park to take advantage for the step was discussed of the cool evening weather but would have made mov­ and sunlight. ing tables and other equip­ Tom Shaw, owner of ment for the pancake break­ Morrie Springs Bottled fast during syrup festival dif­ Water, will have to wait 12 ficult. Under a recommenda­ months before developing tion from council member the former Michigan Abe Ash, the council Magnetics Building. Council approved the purchase of a President Doug Kelsey said stencil and paint not to he spoke with Shaw recently exceed $250. and- there is “a great deal of With no support from contamination in the base­ other council members, a ment.” The contamination is motion by Tom Williams to the result of solvents used, approve an extension of the and “major changes will Metro Act Permit from have to take place before AT&T. The act gives the work can begin, said Kelsey. company clearance to School Photos September 18th , 19th & 20th remove obstruction such as brush and weeds in order to repair lines or complete maintenance. In return, the company pays a set amount to each village or township with which it holds the agreement. The amount is set by the Michigan Legislature and cannot be negotiated by local entities. The Vermontville Township Board approved the extension at its regular meeting earlier this month. The council heard a Department of Public Works report from Monte O’Dell, noting that the second new swingset will be installed Owners of ‘Sears Can 945-9554 for Maple Valley News classified ads Modern Homes’ sought From 1908 to 1940, Sears, Roebuck and Company sold nearly 75,000 homes from its catalogs, which over the years featured 447 different styles called Sears Modem Homes. Reminder staff would like to do a story on Sears houses in Hastings and other parts of Barry County. If you own a Sears Modern Home and would be interested in having information about your home included in the article, please contact call Sandra Ponsetto by phone at J-Ad Graphics 269-945-9554 or e-mail sandra@j-adgraphics.com. YOU ASKED FOR IT! WE NOW CARRY SCOOTERS & GENERATORS Generator? • • • • by appointment • Preview Your Pose • FREE Choice of Color • We Match Prices Supervisor Pat Powers reported that the buildings and rooms were clean and ready for the start of school. Powers also reported that the refinishing of the gym floor turned into sanding the floor to bare wood. This could last anywhere from seven to 10 years and is the last refinish­ ing that can be done on the floor. The current floor is 44 years old and will have to be completely replaced within the next decade. Athletic Director Duska Brumm was not present, however, she provided the board with a written report, updating them on current happenings. The labor and finance committee reviewed admin­ istrator contracts, the restruc­ ture of central office and dis­ cussed the superintendent’s salary at their Aug. 20 meet­ ing. Chairwoman Andrea Montgomery recommended an increase ofthe superinten­ dent’s vacation days from 15 to 20 with no increase in salary. She expressed her concern for the lack of being able to do more. She asked the board how they wished to proceed. There was a general consensus of the board to table the issue until the October meeting. Superintendent Kim Kramer expressed his con­ cern of one raise in five years because when the time comes for him to leave, there will be sticker shock to replace him based on the average area salaries. Kramer will be attending the state superintendents conference in Traverse City from Sept. 24 to 26. He informed the board of an idea being tossed around by the area clergy to provide a faith­ based, community-wide, tutoring support system and a meeting will be held in the board room Sept. 18 at 6 p.m. The next scheduled board meeting will be Oct. 13 at 7 p.m. in the board room. 2600 WAn 4500 WAn 5000 WAn 12000 WAn 16238282 ALSO... • 6000WAn k DIESEL J Thursday, Sept. 18th • 4:30-7:00PM Kalamo United Methodist Church JH Studio 1475 S. Ionia Road, Vermontville 110 Maple Street 517-852-9304 Adults. $8.00 Children $2.50 Pre-School FREE nixmuiniiii M66 lire ' 7775 Saddlebag Lake Rd. (M-66) Lake Odessa s I 616-374-1200 I �*» The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, September 13,2008 — Page 5 ’ty. First-annual “inspired” run attracts hundreds to Charlotte $s» $S SsS»f N SS« S 'sj«S S'sjS W:: &%S s* ’S »»>ss>> S ’s *< *<<cc"* "*11 *i^i *s& s& sS&j i^iSj **S5j krr“% More than 874 feet found them of the “Nspirational” their way down the route of reason for the event Each the first-annual live life. participant also received a N Nspired 5K Run/Walk spon- copy a book of inspirational sored by the Hayes Green writings and drawings from Beach Wellness Center members of the community. Saturday, Sept. 6 during “live life. Nspired” was Frontier Days. That’s equal to. bom when the community 437 people who came out to rallied around the family of share their inspiration with Natalie, who died in January the community. at the age of 11 from ovarian Altogether, 226 runners cancer. Throughout her short and 211 walkers, including but courageous ordeal, representatives from more Natalie maintained a healthy than 65 families, either ran outlook on her situation, one the 3.1-mile course or walked that would have sent most the new one-mile route. people into a sad state of That’s more than double the mind. Instead, according to number Of participants in pre- her parents, Chris and Kim vious Frontier Days 5K races.Freiburger, Natalie “became This year’s event, which an inspiration to everyone was renamed in honor of around ound her. her ” Natalie Freiburger, also Several friends suggested added a mass balloon launch refocusing the annual Frontier downtown at the start of the Days 5K Race into an event race to generate enthusiasm that would honor all that among spectators and remind Natalie stood for. Out of those discussions came the winners also received $50, race and the theme. and first- through third-place “The outpouring of support winners in each age division and love from this communi- received Chamber Bucks. ty has been overwhelming, Winners were as follows: said Chris. “I doubt she knew Overall Men: 1. Grant how much impact her spirit Robinson, 29, East Lansing: was going to have on those 15o:25n:s2o9n;, 2. L,ancaes Jonaenss, n2g3:, she left behind.” Detroit: 15:36:12; 3. Nathan “The race was a perfect Usher, 25, Lansing: 15:48:22. way to honor Natalie,” said Overall Women: 1. Denise Kim. “She was an outdoors Costescu,, 32, Commerce person who would have run Township: 17:50:31; 2. Amy the race herself if she were Corrigen, 26, Mason: here. 19:34:56; 3. Ashley Hamilton, Online registration was 16, Charlotte: 20:11:69. also available this year for the Men’s Masters: Mike first time. Nearly 150 people Howian, 47, Haslett: 18:22:66 took advantage of it. Women’s Masters: Anne Organizers hope to expand Boomershine, 56, Lansing: this feature next year. 23:50:98. Cash awards were given The event was sanctioned for the 5K run only. First- by the Governor’s Council on place male and female win-Physical Fitness, Health and ners received $150; second Sports. place received $100 and third place won $50. Masters-level ELK HUNT, continued from page 1 *bufc^ ‘S t|L «_ “"'Ute 'Ute [ [aJ Stm £ bt, tw ■ 'WlA ' 7 «fci>wJ k* iesictaidd "jtalnijKili the taking of either a bull or cow, he or she is ineligible to apply for a license again. Hunters like Doug Brownell of Potterville, who received an antlerless-only license may re-apply for either license after 10 years. Brownell hunted elk around Vanderbilt (north of Gaylord) and shot a nearly 450-pound cow on the sec­ ond day ofthe four-day early season. There are three sea- W®ste KffluerwiBteai' to- tfc ® sijwaP® ttMilJllffit Jhank il* fnxi Sept 24 to O i® MW/iifa :Js brtialM Bi EiteiipikiS I would like to thank everyone for their special prayers dur­ ing my hospital stay. A special thanks to all of the churches that had me on their prayer list. For my friends Bill Flower and Dennis Vanderhoef, thank you for all the work you did at my home. It was great to see the welcome signs from Trudy and the Flying V Arena friends. For all my friends and neighbors thank you for the cards. It is always nice to know people care. I am very grateful to have & Cleo Lillian Brown, Dennis & Pat Warner, Margaret Carroll, Tom & Jean John Reed, as Pennington Your neighbors, generosity & show of love is over­ whelming. nil to ttauMi tot uffisjiitMiili ttiiiltHiiit iDsjl WratyW fat taiW S®K B®liW^ pitWe $ s sons for elk, ranging from four to eight days in length. Savage shot his elk near Vienna (east of Gaylord) and is still feeling the excitemeht of bagging his first and last elk. “It was a once-in-a-lifetime thrill for me,” said Savage. “When that elk turned, wobbled a bit and fell over from one shot, that was a thrill ... It’s two weeks, later and I’m still flying high.” Clute said the DNR changed from a strictly ran­ dom lottery for licenses to a weighted system, giving hunters who have applied more than once a greater chance of receiving a license. Savage has been applying since the season was first implemented in 1964 and certainly benefited from the new system. “I remember getting out of high school and hearing that they were going to have a hunt. I applied the first year and ever since. I might have missed one or two years,” said Savage with a chuckle. Bruce Savage bagged this nearly 850-pound bull elk The elk, an animal that once roamed freely in the during the last four minutes of the season. It was a oncenorthern portion of the in-a-lifetime hunt since bull elk licenses are granted to a Lower Peninsula, disap­ hunter just one time. peared for nearly 40 years around the turn of the centu­ ry. The herd was reintro­ duced in 1918, when just Chiropractic seven animals were released Can Help... near Wolverine (north of Vanderbilt). The Department Neck and back pain, headaches, numbness and more! Call Maple Valley for classifieds Nashville Chiropractic Center 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 ofNatural Resources record­ ed close to 1,500 elk in the early 1960s and developed a hunting season shortly after in 1964 to help manage the population and keep proper­ ty damage to a minimum. For both Brownell and Savage, hunting and fishing are a big part of their lives, and they couldn’t have been more excited to participate in the rare opportunity to hunt the mighty elk. “It was a thrill,” said Savage. “I was the last one called up to get a license, it was the last minutes of the season. 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Northern Land Company, 1-800-968­ 3118. Scott A. Daniels & Family Owner/Manager WEST MICHIGAN'S �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, September 13,2008 — Page 7 Social Jyews In My Own OPEN: 7 DAYS A WEEK Write by Amy Jo Parish A bridge-playing monkey named Shaun Cassidy? Not quite M 4Bjarrfi®®1?® uiiiijpsaBi^ j kltarfk4* totatotai* I stopped at a garage sale just outside of Charlotte last week and soon became lost in boxes of that contained Appelman-Hess copies of the Vermontville Mike and Jean Appelman of Nashville and Rose Echo and Maple Valley News. Cunningham of Spencer, While most of the ‘news’ Tennessee are pleased to involved who played bridge announce the engagement of their daughter, Jamie with friends or what was Appelman to Mark Hess, son served a special luncheon, it of Jim Hess of Bellevue and was easy to get lost in the past happenings of our com­ the late Marilyn Scott. munity. I could have kicked Jamie is a business teacher myself later for not buying with Zeeland Public Schools some of the old issues, some and Mark is employed by the of papers dated into the City of Battle Creek. 1930s and before. The couple is planning a Since this is my last week Dec. 20, 2008 wedding. filling in at the Maple Valley News, I thought it might be fun to take a look back and see how much (or how little) things have changed over the years. Here in the J-Ad office, the archives in the newsroom only go back about 30 years for the Maple Valley News. Just 10 years ago in 1998, Fuller Street Elementary gained a new playground thanks to the efforts of vol­ unteers, the Varsity Lions Football team gained a fourth-quarter victory over Morrice 38-24, and readers could try out a recipe for peach-walnut upside down cake. Pauline Dies Going back 20 years, to turn 80 Centel Cable Television There will be a surprise 80th birthday party for raised rates for Nashville Pauline Dies at Maple Grove customers but only for two The Movie Township Hall in Nashville channels. on M-66, Sept. 20th from 2 to Channel increased from $8.50 to $9.50 and Showtime 6 p.m. increased to $9.50 from $9. See, a few things have become cheaper. Now you can purchase 50 channels for the cost ofjust two in 1988. High School Principal Larry Lenz provided a few new guidelines to keep atten­ dance high. Among them to “refuse to view tardiness as acceptable behavior and dis­ Subscribe to the courage early checkouts.” This year, the high school Hastings Banner. just implemented a new tar­ Call 269-945-9554 diness policy, rewarding late students with detention. to start getting Being anything but a morn­ all the nevus ing person, I can only imag­ ine what it would be like if of Barry County. tardiness were only viewed GET MORE NEWS! A+/.^A 301 N. Main (M-66), Nashville 517-852-0000 Segment I $285 • 6:30PM - 8:30PM Sept 29 - Oct. 23, Mon., Tue. & Thur. Class (4 week) Oct. 27 - Nov. 13, Mon. - Thur. Class (3 week) ____________ Segment II $40 • 4PM - 6PM, Oct. 27-29, Mon.-Wed. (3 day class) (FREE) Parent Meeting Oct. 25th, 9AM-10AM Ute partner with parents for SAFE teen drivers!/ www.qreenliqhtdrivinq.net negatively instead of punish­ able with detention. A 1973 Ford Thunderbird with a 460 V-8 in excellent condition sold for a mere $850 at Maple Valley Implement and a 1988 Chevy S-10 went for a mere $6,950. Also, Amy Toutant (my fifth grade teacher) and Bernie Hynes were hired as new teachers at Maplewood Elementary. Just 10 years ago in 1998, Fuller Street Elementary gained a new playground thanks to the efforts of volunteers, the Varsity Lions Football team gained a fourth-quarter victory over Morrice 38-24, and readers could try out a recipe for peach-walnut upside down cake. Traveling back another decade finds the Nashville Village Council moved into the new Castleton Township Hall to hold its meetings and the Shaun Cassidy Scrapbook was a new item on the shelves of the Vermontville Public Library. Faye Salyers was in the lead to earn the title of Harvest Queen at the Nashville Harvest Days festival and a story told of how the Eckelbecker family of Nashville enjoyed having a woolly monkey as a pet. Jeffery Petrosky was hired as the new high school band director and Mr. and Mrs. Harold Benedict of Vermontville returned from a 2,000-mile two-week vaca­ tion throughout Michigan, Canada and Illinois. The paper details how on their trip they stopped to visit fam­ ily in Arlington Heights, Ill., and took in the sights of Chicago. Oh and in case you are wondering, Terry Benedict visited his mother and sister in Maryland between terms at MSU. Sure, there were police reports that detailed larcenies and drunk driving, but those articles weren’t what caught my attention most. It was the stories about the people who make up our community and the stories that could only be news in Maple Valley (where else would having a pet mon­ key make Page 2?). Though we might not have all of the social rtews that was once a regular feature in the paper (does anybody even play bridge anymore?), I hope you will agree that the Maple Valley News has tried to provide the information and news important to our community, even if it may not seem all that important outside of our communities. 24 HOURS Tai iEXPRESS NASHVILLE 133 5. Main Nashville, Ml 517-852-0868 You’re In, You’re Out... You're H$tne Grocery Store Pricing With Party store Convenience! SALE „ MON. SEPT. 15 TUE. SEPT. M WED. SEPT. 17 THUR SEPT. IS FR1. SEPT. 19 SEPT. 20 2% MILK CALLON $099 DRUMS FRESH & THIGHS MUSHROOMS CHICKEN LB. 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September 13. 2008 — Page 8 Loss at the line of scrimmage leads to Lion loss by Jon Gambee Staff Writer Jeff Burd brought the Maple Valley fans to their collective feet with an 89yard touchdown run on the opening kickoff, but it was all downhill for the Lions from that point Burd continued to show why he is the most exciting Lion running back in recent years when he took the open­ ing kick, broke right and raced down the far sideline to score. Even though the extra point try failed, the early touchdown seemed to leave the visiting Panthers stunned and it took them the rest of the first quarter to regroup. But regroup they did, tak­ ing a page from the Maple Valley playbook and control­ ling the line of scrimmage throughout the rest of the con­ test in route to a 35-12 Kalamazoo Valley Association victory. The loss left Maple Valley 2-1 in the league. Penn field is also 2-1 on the season. “We lost this one at the line of scrimmage,” said Maple Valley Coach Guenther Mittelstaedt after the game. "They controlled the game on both sides of the ball.” The advantage was pronounced emphatically in the first half as the Lions were able to muster only seven total yards of offense in the 24 minutes ofplay. Pennfield, meanwhile, scored three times in the second quarter to take a comfortable 20-6 halftime lead. The Panthers scored twice more in the third quarter and added a safety in the closing minutes. Maple Valley’s only other score came on a Kyle Fisher to Dustin Houghton 33-yard touchdown pass with 5:59 left in the game. “We lost our starting center this week,” Mittelstaedt said, “and while that is no excuse, wc had a difficult time handling the football throughout the night Part of that can be laid off on the weather (a wet and humid night) but some of it came because neither of the young men we put in at center had ever handled that position before.” “We need to get (John) Currier back as soon as possi- ble,” he said. The weather conditions played havoc with both teams attested to by a total of seven fumbles between the two teams. Maple Valley’s play did not draw criticism from the veteran coach, however. “I’m proud of the way we hung in there tonight,” Mittelstaedt said. “This is a great group of kids and they never gave up. They fought right to the end. A coach can’t ask any more from his kids. “You aren’t going to have everything go your way every time out,” he said. “There’s going to be games like this when you get the opportunity to see the kind of character and heart a team has. These kids responded tonight and I’m proud of every last one of them. They played hard right to the end.” Mittelstaedt also said his team is far from out of the KVA race. “I don’t think any team is going to go undefeated in the KVA,” he said. “It’s just too tough a league. We go to Schoolcraft next week and if we can come back strong, I Maple Valley kick returner Jeff Burd took this opening kickoff 89 yards to score in the opening seconds of the first quarter Friday. But Maple Valley’s 6-0 lead did not hold up as Pennfield came back to win 35-12. think we will still be in it. “Next week is a very important week for us. We’ re going to go back and work very hard to prepare for Schoolcraft and see what hap­ pens.” Trenton Courtney led Maple Valley rushers with 25 yards, while Nicholas Thurlby led the defense with 10 tackles. Constantine and Kalamazoo .Christian are the only undefeated teams left in the KVA at this point. Both improved to 3-0 Friday night. Constantine scored a 42-13 win over Hackett Catholic Central and K-Christian topped Olivet 13-6. Valley and Maple Pennfield are tied for third in league 2-1 the with Parchment, which topped Schoolcraft 6-0 Friday. Schoolcraft is now 1-2, as is Delton Kellogg who beat Galesburg-Augusta 34-6 Friday. Galesburg-Augusta and Hackett are both 0-3 in the league. CASTLETON TOWNSHIP SYNOPSIS CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD September 3, 2008 Recited the Pledge. Called to order by Supervisor J. Cooley. All board members were pres­ ent. There were six people from the public in attendance. Approved the agenda as print­ ed. Minutes from the August meet­ ings were approved as printed. Amended the budget. Accepted the treasurer's report as printed. Approved the bills in the amount of $12,703.00. There was no unfinished busi­ Trenton Courtney (32) of Maple Valley fights through the defense to tackle Pennfield quarterback Josh Baggerly during second quarter action Friday. (Photo by Jon Gambee) Why Dan Lives United... I think It is important to LIVE UNITED. By myself, 1 feel powerless to those in need but, giving through United Way, my gift reaches so many lives in so many ways! Tyler Franks saved a touchdown with this open field tackle of Pennfield’s DuPree Nunnally Friday. But Nunnally and his Panther teammates prevailed in the KVA contest, 35-12. ness. Committee reports were given and placed on file. Approved denying groups the use of the hall when they are in violation of the rental policies. Authorized the Clerk to sign the Metro Act Agreement with AT&T. Heard from Pam Jarvis, County Clerk elect. Correspondence was viewed by the board and the public if they wished. Public comment was heard. Heard board comments. Adjournment. Lorna L. Wilson, Clerk Attested to by: Supervisor J. Cooley omttw* Call 269-945-9554 GIVE. ADVOCATE. VOLUNTEER. LIVE UNITED. t= for classified ads 24 Hours a Day-7 Days a Week �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, September 13,2008 — Page 9 Vermontville library lists new items New on the shelves at the Vermontville Township Library for September area: DVDs Drillbit Taylor; 10,000 B.C.; Veggie Tales: The Wonderful Wizard of Ha’s; Chicka Chicka Boom Boom and seven other stories; Hannah Montanna and Miley Cyrus: Best of Both Worlds; 3D Movie; Welcome Home Roscoe Jenkins; Gremlins; The Little Mermaid: Ariel’s Beginning; What Happens in Vegas; Abbott and Costello Collection. Adult fiction Get Cozy, Josey by Susan May Warren; Love Inspired: Hidden Treasures by Kathryn Springer; Off Season by Anne Rivers Siddons; Damage Control by J. A. Jance; City at the End of Time by Greg Bear; Choke by Chuck Palahniuk; A Peach of A Murder by Livia J. Washbum; Murder by the Slice by Livia Washbum; A Time To Heal by Linda Goodnight; Deep in the Heart by Jane Myers Perrine; The Stoiy of Edgar Sawtelle by David Wroblewski; American Wife by Curtids Sittenfeld; The Book of Lies by Brad Meltzer; Riven by Jerry B. Jenkins; Just Breathe by Susan Wiggs; Homecoming by Jill Marie Landis; Sweetheart by Chelsea Cain;, Cooperative Village by Frances Madeson; The Shack by William P. Young; Promise, Texas by Debbie Macomber; The Boy Next Door by Meg Cabot; Boy Meets Girl by Meg Cabot; A Promise to Believe in by Tracie Peterson; She Had it Coming by Mary Monroe; The Manning Brides by Debbie Macomber; Silks by Dick Francis. Adult nonfiction My Grandfather’s Son by Clarence Thomas; Man of the People: The Maverick Life and Career of John McCain by Paul Alexander; Still Life with Chickens: Starting over in a house by the sea by Catherine Goldhammer; Newspaper, Pennies, Cardboard and Eggs for Growing a Better Garden by Roger Yepsen. Easy fiction Gallop! by Rufus Butler Seder; Jack’s House by Karen Magnuson Beil; Bats at the Library by Brian Lies; Fletcher and the Falling Benefit event set for scholarship foundation The Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation will holds its annual fund-raiser Saturday, Sept. 20, from 6 to 10 p.m. The event will feature an all-you-can-eat ice cream bar and will help defray some of the administrative costs of the foundation. All of the money donated to the foun- dation by individuals and groups goes directly toward the scholarships. This event will help pay for postage costs, advertising and sup­ plies for the awards them­ selves. Adults can eat their fill of ice cream for $5 and children 10 and younger can eat for $3.50. 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 send a letter of intent to the Nashville Village office at 203 N. Main St. Cathy Lentz VillaSeClerk TAX NOTICE Last day pay Vermontville Village Property taxes without penalties will be: Monday, September 15, 2008 9am to 4pm Kathleen Marsh, Treasurer Location: 188 E. Main, Vermontille Phone:517-726-1111 06677518 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 by Monday morning. PLEASE DO NOT PUT OUT LEAVES AT THIS TIME WE WILL BE PICKING LEAVES UP AT A LATER DATE. Nashville DPW 02697870 Ryan Rosin's high school honors choir will also be on hand to entertain the crowd. 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: Greg A Matthews and Angela Ellwood, to Oak Street Mortgage LLC, Mortgagee, dated April 26, 2004 and recorded May 5, 2004 in Instrument # 1127009 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was subsequently assigned through mesne assign­ ments to: Household Finance Corporation III, on which mort­ gage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eighty thousand Leaves by Julia Rawlinson; The Halloween Play by Felicia Bond; Nobody Here But Me by Judith Viorst. Junior fiction Allie Finkle’s Rules for Girls by Meg Cabot Junior nonfiction How to Draw Bugs by Lisa Regan; Political Elections by Davis Worth Miller. Graphic novels Indiana Jones and the Golden Fleece, Volumes 1 and 2 by Pat McGreal; The Hulk: The Hulks Take Manhattan, Radioactive. Young adult nonfiction Comickers Art 2: Create Amazing Manga Characters by Comiker’s Magazine. 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: oppoimHmrv 06663312 SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS Maple Valley Elementary Lunch Menu Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Monday, Sept 15 Hot dog w/chili, whole kernel com, fruit cocktail, Teddy Grahams. Tuesday, Sept 16 Grilled chicken sand., broccoli w/cheese, apple­ sauce, brownie. Wednesday, Sept 17 Macaroni and cheese, green beans, peaches, snack mix. Thursday, Sept. 18 M.W. Cottage Inn. French bread pizza, tossed salad, pineapple-man. oranges, cookie. Friday, Sept 19 Sack Lunch Day. Bologna and cheese sand., carrot sticks, apple slices, bug Bites. NOTE: Fuller Alternative Entree Choices: Peanut butter and jelly sandwich, honey and peanut butter sandwich. Maplewood Alternate Entree Choices: 6 oz. Yogurt w/string cheese, chef salad, peanut butter and jelly sand­ wich. Maplewood offers a variety of healthy snacks for 50 cents each (cash only: quarters or dollars only). Milk is included with all full meal purchases. Assort­ ed bread choices daily. Breakfast price: $130; Lunch price: $1.90; Adult price: $2.75; milk only: $.45. Monday, Sept 15 Macaroni and cheese, green beans, mandarin oranges. Salad Bar. Tuesday, Sept 16 Chicken enchiladas, refried beans, pineapple. Subway Bar. Wednesday, Sept 17 Rib sandwich, whole ker­ nel com, cinn. applesauce. Hot Dog Bar. Thursday, Sept 18 Kellogg Cottage Inn. Lasagna and garlic bread, California blend veg., grapes. Mexican Bar. Friday, Sept 19 Hot Pocket variety, whole kernel com, pears. Burger/Chicken Bar. NOTE: Entree’s available daily: cheeseburger, variety ofchicken sandwiches, pizza, peanut butter and jelly sand­ wich, fish sandwich, honey and peanut butter sandwich, 6 oz. yogurt w/string cheese. Side choices available daily: garden salad, juice, fresh fruit. Milk is included with all full meal purchases. Seconds available on vegetables at no additional charge. Assorted bread choices daily. Breakfast price: $1.45; Lunch price: $2.25-$2.50; Adult prices: $2.75-$3.00. Milk only: $.45. Big or small. If it s a diesel, it deserves Amoco® Premier Twenty-Two Dollars and Fifty-Six Cents ($180,022.56) including interest 9.93% 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 vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on October 2, 2008. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 20 acres of the west one half of the north­ west one quarter of section 12, town 1 north, range 8 west, Johnstown Township, Barry County, Michigan, except the school house site in the north­ west comer being 11 rods north and south by 10 rods east and west. Also excepting the east 528 feet of above described parcel. Commonly known as 4100 Lacey Rd, Bellevue Ml 49021 The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption peri­ od shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expira­ tion of the notice required by MCL 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later. 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Lakewood was fourth with 102, followed by West Catholic 105, Freedom Baptist 181, Maple Valley 205, Comstock Park 212, NorthPointe Christian 213, Fennville 304, and Hamilton NTS. Joe Benedict led Maple Valley’s boys’ team, placing 23rd in 18 minutes 18 sec­ onds. Josh Perkins wasn’t too far back, placing 27th in 18:43.3. Behind those two for Maple Valley’s boys, Tyler Brumm was 45th in 19:42, Zach Mellville 74th in 21:37, and Caleb Chambers 90th in 23:00. South Christian had the top two boys’ in the Kellogg Division, with Michael DeHaan finishing in 16:58, and Robby Docter in 17:08. The Sailors put four runners in the top ten. The top ten in each race earned medals on the day^ Delton Kellogg was led by Nick Rendon, who was sixth overall in 17:31. Behind Rendon for Delton Kellogg, Tyler Bourdo was 12th in 17:48, Brandon Humphreys 14th in 17:51, Darrin Pursley 28th in 18:43.6, and Mark Loveland 30th in 18:46. 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Delton Kellogg’s Mandy Dye was 15th in 21:13, fol­ lowed by teammates Taylor Hennessey in 28th at 22:23, Joanna Hoeberling 35th in 22:47, Renee McConahay 46th in 23:39, and Sarah Strohbusch 54th in 24:09. In the Thomapple Division races, for larger schools, Thomapple Kellogg sophomore Allyson Winchester broke her own school record by winning the girls’ race in 18:18. The team championship went to East Grand Rapids, which with just 23 points. Five of the next six runners to finish behind Winchester wore a bright yellow “E” on the front of their jerseys. The Maple Valley’s Erin Shoemaker works her way Pioneers’ Loren Grunewald through a muddy spot during Monday’s Thornapple was second in the race, fin­ ishing in 19:10. In all, East Kellogg Invitational at Yankee Springs State Park. Grand Rapids had nine ofthe (Photo by Brett Bremer) top 14 runners. On Wednesday, the Maple Byron Center was second Valley runners saw Delton with 77 points, followed by Kellogg once again and the Caledonia 86, Wayland 104, rest ofthe KVA as the league Thomapple Kellogg 131, met for its first jamboree of Lowell 133, Rogers NTS, the season at the Gilmore and Wyoming Park NTS. Car Museum. The Caledonia boys were The Lion boys placed sev­ nearly as dominant as the enth, and the girls were with­ East Grand Rapids girls, out a team score as only four placing ten runners in the top runners finished. 16. The Fighting Scots edged Delton Kellogg’s boys out the Byron Center and Schoolcraft’s girls took Bulldogs at the top of the championships. 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The Panthers used that, as well as their talent, to score a quick 3-0 win over the visit­ the night with her tough ing Lions by the scores of jump serve, and junior 25-6, 25-15, 25-13. Hannah Williams con­ “We were pretty balanced tributed another four. The (offensively),” said Delton Lions struggled to pass the Kellogg head coach Jack Panthers’ serve, and get their Magelssen. “We didn’t work hitters in a good position to our middles like I wanted to, attack. but we’re young so we’ll see. A pair of Norris’ aces We’re a lot better than we came in a 6-0 run to start were last year. We come game three for the Panthers. after people from the serve to She also had an assist in that the get-go.” run, to teammate Adrianna Junior Terin Norris had Culbert. eight aces for the Panthers on “Boom, boom, boom, it’s over. That’s how they have to do it,” said Magelssen. Culbert, a freshman, led the Panther attack up front with 12 kills on the night She only had two errors all night, hitting at the net. Norris added seven kills and Katie Searles six for Delton. Katie Marshall led the Panthers in digs with 14. “For us right now, win­ ning is important because they’re not used to it,” said Magelssen, who’s team is now 2-0 in the KVA. “Last year we had spurts where we were playing with confi­ dence, and then there were times when we just struggled with it. “We’ve got to get to a point where we’re in a rhythm, momentum wise.” Maple Valley is now 0-2 in the league, and 4-9-2 overall. Delton is now 16-3­ 1 overall. The Lions were 1-2-1 on Saturday at the Corunna tournament. The Lions played two tight matches with DeWitt on the day, but were never able to get the best of the Panthers. In pool play, the See VOLLEYBALL, page 12 MORE TOWERS RETTER POWER Barry County Residents enjoy better signal and the best in High Speed Internet with our newly upgraded towers. Unlimited Internet Access as low as *10 Maple Valley’s Lizzy Stewart (left) and Tina Westendorp dive down to try and dig a Delton serve during the beginning of game three Wednesday night. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Maple Valley boys can’t keep Eagles’ top flyer out of the air by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Chances for success on the scoreboard don’t come easily for the Maple Valley varsity boys’ soccer team, so it has to be able to take advantage when it can. The Lions couldn’t though on Wednesday night, as Olivet scored a 4-1 win on its home field. Maple Valley took a 1-0 lead on a goal by Adrian Conde in the first seven min­ utes of the contest, but the Eagles tied the match about two minutes later and then took the lead for good with a second goal before the half. “We were still in a good spot at half, but before the game I guaranteed the team that if they played weak in the air and didn't stay with (Olivet’s) number one Cam Colson, we’d lose the game,” said Maple Valley head coach Josh Meersipa. “We didn’t and we did.” Colson had three goals on the night, two of them were off headers on Eagle comer kicks. LEGAL NOTICE Homeworks TYi-County Electric Cooperative, 7937 E. Grand River Ave., Portland, Michigan announces that it is planning to apply her­ bicide along its right-of-ways in order to maintain the reliability of its power system. This project will involve a low volume selective application of foliar herbicides. 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If you have any questions or require additional information please contact: Thunder Bay TYee Service, LLC - Attn: John Gilmet 1-877-333-8950 or (989) 356-9468 UbDf 4OO< “After the game I told the team I was disappointed because I understand not tak­ ing advantage of opportuni­ ties on offense because we are a team that is still devel­ oping skill wise,” Meersma said. “My frustration becomes the defense, which really boils down to guts and will, and we showed lapses in that area which cost us the game. Naturally, this is a let down because we let a league game slip away, how­ ever, we could all agree that we are improving in our areas of weakness since week one.” The Lions are now 0-3 in the league. Olivet improves to 1-1-1. Ben Bosworth added the Eagles’ other goal. On Monday, the Lions were downed by Hackett Catholic Central in KVA play 8-0. Maple Valley faces anoth­ er tough league test when it travels to . 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The Lions head to the Olivet Invitational today (Sept. 13), where they could run into Delton Kellogg again, and then continue league duals at home against Pennfield Wednesday night. a potluck meal at 6 p.m. Those who attend are asked to bring a dish to pass. Table service and beverages will be provided. Websters presentation will begin at 7 p.m. A free-will offering will be received to help with travel expenses. Webster is a rural econom­ ic development specialist, MOPS at Vermontville Bible Church begins Tuesday Mothers of Pre-schoolers (MOPS) will meet at Vermontville Bible Church, 250 N. Main St., Vermontville, on the third Tuesday of each month, beginning Sept. 16 from 9:00 to 11:30 a.m. Childcare will be provided by responsible, loving adult volunteers from the church. MOPS is an international organization designed to Lion junior Jennifer Kent blasts an attack during game two against Delton Kellogg Wednesday night at DKHS. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Fillmore EQUIPMENT, INC. 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Peace UMC is located four miles west of Nashville, on the corner of East M-79 Highway and Barryville Road. For questions or more information, call 517-852­ 9524 or 517-852-1993. Barry County Commission on Aging Lunch Menus Hearty Menu Monday, September 15 BBQ roast pork, aspara­ gus, apricots, hamburger bun. Tuesday, September 16 Baked pollock, rice, green beans, succotash, pineapple tidbits, jello. Wednesday, September 17 Goulash, green peas, mixed vegetables, grape juice. Thursday, September 18 Taco bake, cheddar cheese, tomatoes and onions, diced peaches, flour tortilla. Friday, September 19 Bratwurst, sauerkraut, car­ rots, pineapple and man Cold Menu Monday, September 15 Italian pasta salad, cucum­ ber salad, mandarin oranges, whole wheat crackers. Tuesday, September 16 Ground bologna, broccoli bacon salad, diced peaches, wheat bread. Wednesday, September 17 Sliced turkey w/Swiss cheese, carrot raisin salad, pineapple mandarin, wheat bread. Thursday, September 18 Macaroni salad, Spanish bean salad, tropical fruit, whole wheat crackers. Friday, September 19 Turkey and pasta salad, marinated vegetables, fruit compote, whole wheat crack­ ers. Activities Calendar Monday, September 15: Hastings - Music with Sam; crafts 10:30 a.m.; Water­ color 1-4 p.m.; Card Making 12:30 p.m. Delton - Mini Massage II a.m. H,W,N Reminiscence. Tuesday, September 16: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Bible Study 12:30 p.m. Nashville - Mini Massage 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 17: Hastings - Music with Sam; Euchrel2:30-2:30 p.m.; Nails. Delton Reminiscence. Thursday, September 18: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with the Lewis’; Caregiver’s Sup. 3:30 p.m.; Cancer Support 1 p.m. Nashville - TV Time. Delton - Puzzles/Trivia. Friday, September 19: Hastings - Exercise 9 a.m.; Mixed Media Painting 9:30 a.m.; Model Railroad 12 p.m. Woodland Visiting. Nashville - Feast/Nashville 5 11:30 a.m. Basketball benefit planned for Nashville skate park with John Deere equipment from Fillmore Equipment. With excellent specials, a. wide selection and top-notch A three-on-three basket­ and adults (18 years old and ball tournament is planned to • over) are encouraged to put help raise funds for the new together teams. skate park in Nashville. The Karen Snyder is helping to event, set to take place dur­ organize the event and can ing the Skate park Olympics be reached at 517-331-0979. Sept. 20, will feature a The cost is $30 per team, and round-robin style among money raised will help pay three age divisions. for the cement needed to Children through eighth begin the park. grade, high school students Nashville Officer Mike service, you get more value for your money with us. Gear up for fail at Fillmore Equipment 2305 Compact Utility Tractor • 24 gross engine HP • Standard 4-wheel drive • Hydrostatic transmission With Twin-Touch" pedals Shapley said the organiza­ tion is hoping to raise $9,000 to pay for the slab and is hop­ ing to add one piece to the park each year. The total cost for the park is $52,000. Sign up for the tournament will begin at 8:30 a.m., and the games will start at 9:30 a.m. CROSS COUNTRY, continued from page 9 More Selection! More Service! More Convenience! More Value! John Deere 2720 serving the needs ofthe poor, in rural areas. Each project promotes major programs in education, health, sustainable and appropriate agriculture, community development, evangelism and church con­ struction. “The important thing is that we empower people to help themselves,” said 0% FOR 48 MONTHS* • 31 gross engine HP • Hydrostatic transmission witfl Twin-Touch'” pedals • Category One 3-Point Hitch standard for quick implement hookup • iMatch* AutoHitch'’ compatible John Deere 2520 W run 48 MONTHS* • 26.5 Gross Engine HP! • Hydrostatic transmission with Twin-Touch " pedals • 'Cruise control is standard 2900 N M-43 Highway Hastings, Ml • (269) 945-9526 i*tales anil kirns may bn avaiabiu, an ®o ym deito ki iHilk aril oUw inn am uotaK jineii tn a sj rwni nartt <n rww I HL3X100913MQ 20:07, Brumm 49th in 21:08, Mellville 64th in 22:31, and Chambers 85th in 24:14. Parchment’s Stuart Crowell was well ahead of the pack at the front, winning the boys’ race in 17:19. Hackett’s Brendan Molony was second in 17:44, and Schoolcraft’s Jacob Barnes third in 18:17. Delton’s Rendon was fourth in 18:26 and his teammate Humphreys placed fifth in 18:32. In the girls’ race, Schoolcraft had the top three finishers. Krista Broekema took first in 21:18.1, with teammate Lindsay Sanders right on her heels in 21:18.5. Their teammate Betsey Hudson was third in 21:30. Schoolcraft finished with just 26 points. Pennfield, which had the fourth and fifth finishers, ended the day with 60 points. Hackett was third with 103, followed by Delton 111, Parchment 132, Kalamazoo Christian 133, Galesburg-Augusta 178, and Olivet 189. Constantine and Maple Valley finished with NTS. Erin Shoemaker led the Lions, in 21st place overall with a time of 23:29. Pantera Rider finished 29th in 24:26, Megan Shoemaker 31st in 24:29, and Kayla Shaw 43rd in 25:24. Hackett Catholic Central hosts the league this Tuesday, then the Lions will Maple Valley’s Megan Shoemaker kicks towards the finish line at the Thornapple Kellogg Invitational Monday after­ noon. (Photo by Brett Bremer) run next Saturday at the Lowell Invitational. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/822/MapleValleyNews_2008-09-20.pdf b1e7fbb83041461bdbae1ea85f8bffee PDF Text Text MADLF !//■ m M 27 E State St 1 VN Published by J-Ad Graphics, nc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 A local paper oftoday! Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 136-No. 38, September 20, 2008 Torrential rains leave Thornapple River swollen Few problems, little damage reported Barry County residents and totaled $21,000. any one time, we probably the rest of West Michigan Three roads were closed had 15 to 16 miles of road spent most of last weekend due to washouts, four or five closed over the weekend. But, wet, under umbrellas, watch-others were closed because of which roads were closed ing rain from inside or bailing standing water over the road, changed almost hour by hour, out their basements after two and one was closed due to a depending on where the water storm fronts moved through downed power line, he report-was going up and where it the area. ed. Jordan Road at was going down.” Dave McIntyre, of the Cunningham and Bowler off Ballou also reported that by Barry County National Ragla Road still had standing Friday only one or two miles Weather Servicewater Wednesday. By nextof roads remained closed due Climatological Station, said to washouts. the first system drowned the ‘There were hundreds “There were a lot of area from late Friday until of roads flooded,” he washouts on gravel roads, Sunday morning, at which some just at the edge and oth­ said. “At any one point the system from ers all the way across, but we time, we probably had Hurricane Ike took over and didn’t have any loss of 15 to 16 miles of road caused heavy precipitation bridges or large culverts,” he closed over the week­ until late Sunday. A total of added. “It will probably take end. But, which roads 6.19 inches of rain fell in the another week or so before were closed changed City of Hastings from Friday everything is finished.” almost hour by hour, to Sunday. That brings the Michigan Department of depending on where total rainfall for the month, Transportation the water was going through Sept. 15, to 9.58 Communications The road to the boat launch in Nashville looks like a river itself after heavy, steady up and where it was inches. In 2007 just 2.15 Representative Julie Hurley rain Saturday and Sunday pushed the Thornapple River over its banks. (Photo by going down.” inches of rain fell during the said there were no reports of Sandra Ponsetto). - Blair Ballou entire month of September. problems with state highways Scott Hanshue, a fisheries in Barry County. Eaton Co. Road management biologist with erage for floods and ground-ance agents. Vermontville Department ‘The basic home­ Commision the Michigan Department of water if, say, the water comes The Nashville Police of Public Works Supervisor owner’s policy does through a crack in the founda-Department, Michigan State Natural Resources, reported Monte O’Dell reported that not provide coverage that Monday morning the week, he said all roads should other than a small washout on tion,” said Michelle Duits, Police Post in Hastings, the for floods and agent and corporate secretary Barry County flow on Thomapple River in have a status of “fair.” East Main Street that was Sheriff’s groundwater if, say, “There’s still going to be a repaired quickly, there were at Coleman Agency in Department and the Hastings Hastings was at about 1,200 the water comes cubic feet per second (cfs), ton of work. There’s still a lot no weather-related problems Hastings. “Ifthey have water City Police all reported no through a crack in their basements because a weather-related problems. and Wednesday the river was to do after the storms in in the village. in the foundation” pipe backed up or sump pump Over the weekend Eaton approaching 2,000 cfs. From June,” said Bond, noting that Nashville DPW Director 1944 through 2007 the aver-some secondary gravel roads Darrell Clements Jr. also fails and they have sewer and County Sheriff Sgt. Aaron - Michelle Duits drain insurance, then that usu-Brown had sent out an adviage flow for Sept. 17 at the still have washouts from the reported little or no problems Coleman Agency USGS Hastings gauge is 139 June storms. ally is covered.” sory over the weekend asking due to the heavy rain. Duits said they had expect-residents not travel unless Blair Ballou, engineer and cfs. The previous maximum “The river was up, and we absolutely necessary, to not for Sept. 17 was 587 cfs, manager for the Eaton County had extra water going through dents used buckets and Shop­ ed more calls Monday. “It kind of surprised us,” drive through standing water reported in 1950. Road Commission, said a lot the sewer pumps, probably Vacs to catch or bail water. Scott Bond, Barry County of roads were closed due to due to people using sump Still, local insurance agen- she said, “but since the storms and if stranded in standing or Road Commission superin-flooding and washouts during pumps to keep their base-cies appear to have fielded in June and July, maybe peo-fast-moving water, to stay ple have taken steps to take inside the vehicle until help tendent, estimated that the rain. ments dry, but that was about few calls. arrived. However, the advisoexpenses in overtime pay and “There were hundreds of it,” he said. “The basic homeowner’s care of the problems.” Vickie Ward, an agent with ry was rescinded after the rain equipment over the weekendroads flooded,” he said. “At In many homes, area resi-policy does not provide covBuckland Insurance in stopped Sunday evening. Hastings, concurred. Asked Though some area sporting how many calls her office events were postponed or took regarding water damage. moved, Valley Maple Ward responded, “Not that Athletic Director Duska many, not as many as we had Brumm reported that the in June and July.” weather had no impact at all Flood insurance, explained on the district’s athletic Duits, is provided only by the schedule. Now that the reassessment early and look them over board of review which is slat-get to the office during those National Flood Insurance (Staffwriters Brett Bremer, of all property in instead of waiting,” said ed for Tuesday, March 10, hours may call the village Program, which is adminis-Jon Gambee, Megan Lavell office and leave a message. tered through FEMA but is and Sandra Ponsetto conVermontville has been com-Winans. “I’d rather make 2009. the Winans will make a copy of available through most insur-tributed to this report). Winans is in pleted, township assessor Jeff changes now than wait until Winans is asking residents to assessments are sent out next Vermontville Village Office, the requested assessment stop in and take a look at their spring and we find out that we located at 121 Eastside Dr., which can be faxed or picked have a bunch of things we from 8 a.m. to noon every up at the village office during assessments. “I’d rather people come inneed to correct before the Tuesday. Those who cannotits regular business hours. % Vermontville Township assessment cards available now for review Maple Valley Alternative Education is still accepting more students Maple Valley Alternative Education, housed at Kellogg School in Nashville, is still accepting new stu­ dents for the 2008-09 school year. “We had 75 students as of the last Maple Valley Board of Education meeting when I gave my report,” said Alternative Education Principal Chris Parkinson. “We always have as many spots open as are needed. We have open enrollment; we take kids all year long. We would never turn a kid away unless it was really an extreme case.” In This Issue... • Maple Valley leadership students jump into action • Extreme Makeover needs local volunteers • Vermontville bank hosts Select Michigan day Friday night high school football results �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, September 20.2008 — Page 2 Maple Valley leadership students jump into action Maple Valley High School leadership students Shauna Fraily and Kayla Shaw sort and stack items in the basement of Green Gables Haven as part of the Barry County United Way Day of Caring. Less than a month after the 2008-09 school year has begun, students in Norma Jean Acker’s leadership class at Maple Valley High School are already helping with a variety of school and com­ munity service projects. In addition to planning Maple Valley High School’s annual homecoming week activities, students are also volunteering at Peas in a Pod Preschool in Vermontville, Thomapple Manor and Green Gables Haven, During the Barry County United Way Day of Caring, four students volunteered their time and service at Green Gables and attended the Power of One luncheon at the Walldorff Brewpub and Bistro in Hastings where Miss America 1988, Kaye Lani Rae Rafko-Wilson, was the guest speaker. RafkoWilson spoke about her expe­ riences as Miss America, how it changed her and the importance of giving of one­ self. Call 269-945-9554 for classified ads 24 Hours a Day - 7 Days a Week ^Diana’s ^PCace The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS |,M Open Tuesday — Friday S.E. Corner ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 .06663407 113 N. 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Extreme Makeover needs local volunteers A Lansing builder, Mayberry, has stepped for­ ward and volunteered to do construction for any of the Con^AafulaiwnA Timothy VVavviernia on your Masters of Science from The Pennsylvania State University! Good luck at Naval Officer Candidate School! You’ll make us and your country proud! Next step...Nuke Sub School Honor Courage Committment We love you, are proud of you and will miss you like crazy! five families within an hour’s drive of Lansing being considered to receive a home makeover by ABC’s Extreme Makeover: Home Edition. However, local volunteers — both skilled and unskilled — are still needed. Laurie West of Nashville, whose family, along with the Kirchhoff family of Vermontville, is being con­ sidered for a home makeover, said she hopes that no matter which family is chosen to receive a home makeover, that the people of Maple Valley will respond. “Nobody will know who is going to get a home makeover until they pull in with the bus on September 26,” said West. “I’ve heard some people say that they will volunteer if we were chosen; but, I think they should volunteer anyway. Whoever is chosen is so deserving; it doesn’t matter. Our family will be excited no matter who gets it. The show is so wonderful, and it has been a blessing to so many people. It changes lives but they need manpower, skilled labor and materials.” Anyone interested in vol­ unteering to help with a home makeover should log on to www.michiganbuilders@emhe.tv as soon as possible. GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. 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Activities provided at the events will show parents how to best prepare their child for kindergarten. Parents will have the opportu-nity to ask questions of the kindergarten and pre-school at the teachers event. Teachers will be manning information stations for parents and their 4-year-olds to visit at the event. Early Childhood Connections of Eaton County and local school districts will sponsor this free event. Each 4-year-old will take home a bag of school readiness materials to use at home to prepare for kindergarten. Early Childhood Connections can answer questions about any of the events at 517-541-8795 or 517-541-8793 or check the Web site at www.eatongreatstart.org. No pre-registration is necessary for this fun and educational event. Schedule dates are: Charlotte, Galewood Elementary, Thursday, Sept. 25, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Maple Valley, Fuller Street Elementary Thursday, Oct. 2, 4 to 5 p.m. Bellevue Early Childhood Center Friday, Oct. 10 6 to 7:30 p.m. (former middle school). GOOD TIME PIZZA 501 North Main, Nashville 852-1985 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK i [HOMETOWN j LUMBER & HARDWARE 219 S. State St., Nashville, MI 852-0882 Monday-Saturday 7:30 am to 5:30 pm www.hometownlumber.com f The Joys of a Child There are many kinds ofj oy. We can experiencejoy upon seeing a beautiful sunset offrom ajob well done. But, the kind ofj oy which children are more likely to experience is simply thepleasure ofenjoying themselves in the moment. A childflying a kite orplaying with a friendly dog is likely to be so wrapped up in theirplay as to be oblivious to what else is going on around them. When we experience this kind ofj oy we laugh spontaneously and are rejoicing naturally. There are certain activities that tend to pro­ duce thesejoyous raptures ofself­ transcendence, where we literally forget ourproblems and our very selves. Included among these are music and dancing, walking or hiking in places ofnatural beauty, or simply engaging in the kinds of activities thatgave usjoy as a child, whetherflying a kite, climbing a tree, or skipping stones down at thepond. We should not be so grown-up that weforget how to experience the joys of a child. God wonts ustbbe happy, and climbing one ofHis trees or sending a kite into the sky is really a simpleprayer ofrejoicing. Let the heavens be glad, and let the earth rejoice; let the sea roar, and all that fills it; let the field exult, and everything in it! Then shall all the trees ofthe wood sing for joy before the Lord, R.S.V. Psalm 96:11-13 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.............. 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 a.m. Evening Worship....................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service .......... .6:45 p.m. . . PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG Wed. 5:30 p.m................................. Family 6:00-7:15 ............................. Pioneer Club Sun: 9:00 .........................Sunday School 10: 00.............................................. Church 11: 00....................................... Fellowship 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 PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Sendees :00 & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages .. .1030 am. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 MAPLE GROVE ppeBrIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, rvice 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday School................................ 10 A.M. Service................................. 11:15 P.M. Service........................................ 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH W CmjMfflffl to U, 0 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 PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service ............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................. 11:15 a.m. PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 Z5 202 N. Main St., Nashville, MI 49073 Sun.-Thurs. 6 am-2 pm; Fri. & Sat. 6 am-8 pm 517-852-2500 HAPPY TRAILS... THE GARDNERS: SHIRLEY AND RICHARD A g^cV<rr> y <rr> y Low-priced prescriptions, great coffee & relaxing massage. We'll help you feel better! fftaple Valley -pharmacyregular hours • Mon-Fri 9-6 • Sat 9-1 219 N. Main • Nashville 517.852.0845 • toll free 877.852.2601 • fax 517.852.0461 www.maplevalleyrx.com hrfVP _! _ _ the Deal c ou nter assage therapy @ WOLEVER’S Real Estate Elsie E. Wolver 135 Washington P.O. Box 95 Vermontville, MI Res. 49096-0095 (517) 726-0637 Broker PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship................... 8:30 a.m Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST .. CHURCH . 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 M-79 West Sunday Schoo Worship............ 10 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 304 Phillips St., Nashville 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School 10:50 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday T? 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 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 . . .6:30 p.m. AWANA................. 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday 06652379 �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, September 20,2008 — Page 4 Immunization week promotes awareness Despite the many advances in modem medi­ cine, each year thousands of people in the U.S. die from diseases that are easily pre­ vented by safe and effective vaccines. The Barry-Eaton District Health Department is promoting National Adult Immunization Awareness Week (NAIAW). NAIAW begins Sunday, Sept. 21 and continues through Saturday, Sept. 27, and is intended to raise awareness about the importance of adult and ado­ lescent immunization to help protect against serious dis­ eases such as shingles, influenza and meningococcal meningitis. Although most adults real­ ize that immunizations play an important role in keeping infants and children healthy, many do not recognize, that readily available vaccines also offer a safe and cost­ effective way to prevent seri­ ous illnesses and death among adolescents and adults. About 50,000 Americans, mostly adults, die each year from vaccine-preventable diseases or their complica­ tions. Disease prevention through vaccination saves many health care dollars by keeping people healthy and avoiding the expensive ther­ apies and hospitalizations needed to treat infectious diseases such as, influenza and pneumococcal disease. Immunizations also help reduce absences at work, Hair • Nails * Tanning Call Us Be Envied fflUST • TIN!KNOLL i JANNA ROZINA NALL TICK -SAMNWINlGAN 1 September l Tanning Special Month Unlimited OR $WO fvt 15 Anytime visits 207 N. 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In addition, anyone who is in close contact with someone at high risk of influenza infection should be immunized to help prevent spreading the virus. This includes parents, grandpar­ ents, babysitters, health care workers and caregivers. Vaccination should con­ tinue throughout the influen­ za season, which can begin as early as October and last as late as May. People 65 and older and •Vera Bradley •bebe ■” ■ U'' High School Musical • Hannah Montana • coe Miller of Stiroiwer Trunk Show Sept. 29th, 2008 ~ Noon to 7PM FOR VISION • FOR HEARING • FOR HEALTH WONDERING T OuIIaMtI/A W i/ TROUIINMKI/cSuHnOioW/ ISe? T COME IN AND ENJOY... those with certain other med­ ical conditions are also at higher risk for severe illness caused by pneumococcal dis­ ease, which is responsible for more than 40,000 cases of invasive pneumonia and 5,000 deaths in the U.S. die each year. According to the CDC, nearly 1 million adults aged 65 and older become ill due to pneumonia each year, and roughly one-third will be hospitalized. The risk of pneumococcal infections and complications can be reduced or eliminated with the pneumococcal vaccine. Pneumococcal vaccination coverage rates for people 65 and older remain at slightly under 64 percent, which is well below the Healthy People 2010 objective of 90 percent. The costs of both the influenza and pneumococcal vaccines are covered under Medicare Part B. District Barry-Eaton Health Department reminds all adults and adolescents that safe and effective vaccines are avaa cnes availablee too proec protect tlhifemthagaitnstiover podteintially e-treatenng seases such as tetanus, diphtheria, meningococcal disease, hep­-, atitis A, hepatitis B, shingles, measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (chicken pox). For more information on adolescent and adult immu­ nizations contact the health department at 269-945-9516 ext. 129. Call 945-9554 to place your Maple Valley News ACTION-Ad & reach over 7,000 area homes! “Our Frame Vendor makes available their complete line of fashion wear.You can buy a frame at a discounted price that may never be available in this area-Come in and shop this season’s newest frames and be the first in the area to set a new trend!” /rea Obituaries Ronald E. Smith CHARLOTTE - Ronald E. Smith, 72, of Charlotte passed away September 12, 2008. Mr. Smith was bom December 14,1935 in Ithaca, the son of Frank and Ruth (Stannick) Smith. He is survived by his daughters; Rhonda (Steven) Pifer and Jennifer (Jason) Wells both of Vermontville; step children; Kim Morrow and Yolanda Morrrow, both of Nashville, Jane Morrow of Manistee and Tonya Moore (Wayne) of loving heart. He was a very Middleville; 20 grandchil- giving and caring individual dren, and 21 great-grandchil- giving love and help when needed. dren. We will be celebrating his Mr. Smith was a carpet life on September 20,2008 at installer and cleaner. His hobbies included 2 p.m., at his residence. farming, gardening, and Please join us at 5220 Hwy. spending time with family Vermontville Charlotte. Online condo­ and friends. He was hard working, lences may be sent to the at loyal and honest. He will be family remembered for his warm www.prayfuneral.com GFWC Vermontville says no to bingo Members of the General Federation Women’s Club Vermontville made the deci­ sion to not hold its tradition­ al Salad Bingo this year. “It was something the Club really didn’t want to drop,” says Club member JoeAnn Nehmer, “however it takes months of work to organize the event and with the econo­ my as it is today, it is harder and harder to obtain dona­ tions for prizes.” The Club appreciates all the local support of donors in the past as well as the loyal players who came year after year to join in the event, said Nehmer. On a lighter note, GFWC Vermontville had its tradi­ tional potluck dinner, and honored past club presidents. President Sheryl Sheridan spoke about 75 anniversary of Bay Cliff. Bay Cliff is a nonprofit non-denominational, sum­ mer therapy camp for chil­ dren with physical disabili­ ties. The program lasts for two months for children from 3 years to 17 years old, with orthopedic, speech, hearing or vision disabilities, work­ ing toward the goal of inde- SNACKS • REFRESHMENTS DISCOUNTED FRAMES <£ LENSES DRAWINGS FOR LARGER DISCOUNTS 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 02692907 Scott A. Daniels & Family Owner/Manager pendence. Sheridan, Sherry Reynolds and Nehmer traveled to Big Bay, July 22 for GFWC-MI day at the camp. Members from all over the state attend­ ed the event, bringing art supplies as well as donations of over 150 homemade quilts for the use of campers. Through the years, Michigan GFWC clubs have been making donations to Bay Cliff to build a new laundry center which was completed for this year’s use. The Oct. 6 meeting will be a public forum for the upcoming election. Letters are sent to all candidates for seats that will have two or more seeking the same office of Vermontville Library Board, Vermontville Township Board, Village Council, and Maple Valley School Board. The forum will be held at the methodist church at 7:30 p.m. The pub­ lic is invited to attend. Susan Hayes, Sue Trowbridge and Ann Saman were guests at the Sept. 8 meeting. Sheridan encour­ ages women in the area who are interested in joining to call her at 517-726-0614. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, September 20,2008 — Page 5 Vermontville bank hosts Select Michigan day Last Friday, Independent bank in Vermontville was one ofmore than 100 Independent Bank branches across the Lower Peninsula that joined the Michigan Department of Agriculture in celebrating the MDA’s Select Michigan program. The event recognized that Michigan is ripe with eco- nomic opportunities while highlighting how consumers can support Michigan-based businesses in such ways as purchasing locally grown and produced products. The bank served orchardfresh Michigan apples and Michigan mints manufactured by Hanover Mints In St. Johns. Free materials and lit- erature such U-pick farm directories, Michigan produce recipe cards and copies of Wine Country Magaziine were available. Everyone who visited was registered to win an American Spoon gift box. In addition, Ripley’s Haunted Acres was the featured local business. This display in the Vermontville Independent Bank features apples from Michigan producer, chocolate mints from St. Johns mint, and the bank’s new tell-afriend gift, French White Corning Ware dishes. Also included are apple recipes, wine country and agricultural produce booklets. The featured local business was "Ripley's Haunted Acres. Basketball tourney replaces annual Village Olympics The Nashville Skate Park Committee canceled the Village Olympics scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 20. Instead, there will be a roundrobin style 3-on-3 basketball tourpament in Putnam Park, among three age divisions. Registration for the tournament begins at 8:30 a.m. and play will start at 9:30 a.m. Children through eighth grade, high school students, and adults (18 years of age and older) are encouraged to put together teams. For more information, call organizer Karen Snyder 517-331-0979. The cost is $30 per team, and all proceeds will help pay for the cement pad needed as a foundation for the skate park, which is planned for Riverside Park. Police bike auction next weekend These are just a few of the bikes that will be available when the Nashville Police Department hosts a bicycle auction from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, in the lot behind the police station located at 206 N. Main Street, Nashville. Interested parties are asked to come down, view the bicycles and place bids on those they are inter­ ested in. At the end of the auction, the bikes will go to the highest bidder. For more information, call the Nashville Police Department 517-852-9866. Hansbarge Heating & Air Conditioning 1 LICENSED INSURED Vermontville, Ml COLE HA^SBARGER Owner RUUD Featuring Ruud Bas Furnaces and Air Conditioners. Full Line of Indoor Air Quality Products • FREE Estimates § Independent Bank’s Vermontville branch created this bulletin board for its Horizon Club, which also featured an apple theme and lists all of the benefits of the Horizon Club. After-school academic detention room begins this week at jr. high Starting after school Monday, Sept. 22, the Maple Valley Junior High staff will run an academic detention room for any seventh or eighth grade student missing assignments in core areas (math, science, social stud­ ies, English language arts). With new graduation requirements for all students in the state of Michigan, Maple Valley Junior High staff members have been looking for ways to improve student achievement. Data has revealed that the No. 1 reason for poor performance and failing grades of seventh and eighth grade students in core classes is missing or incomplete assignments. “The purpose and goal of the room is to help students improve their academic suc­ cess by making sure they complete all assignments in a quality manner,” said Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High Principal Todd Gonser. “Being assigned to the room will supersede all extra-curricular activities and work to help achieve our goal of students understanding the impor­ tance of their academic futures.” Students assigned to the room will spend half an hour after school for the first offense, one hour after school for the second, and be assigned three hours of Saturday School for further offenses. Students who are absent due to illness or other reasons will be given time to make up work on their own before being assigned to the room. “It is the goal of Maple Valley Schools, with the sup­ port of parents, to improve our students’ academic suc­ cess,” said Gonser. “This is another intervention to help UlHftT'S • ourjunior high students learn the importance of doing their work and being successful in meeting the new graduation requirements.” Anyone with questions is invited to contact the school at 517-852-9275. •Fountain Pop • Expanded Wine Selection • Oktoberfest Beers 3 S Duey’s Comer Your Hometown Convenience Store GROCERIES • LOTTO • SPIRITS COLDEST BEER IN TOWN! 517-726-0486 2996 N. Ionia at Nashville Hwy. Vermontville q. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, September 20,2008 — Page 6 Local farms to hold National Alpaca Farm Days open houses by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter Lissa Beth Alpacas of Dowling, 4 Musketeers Alpaca Farm of Bellevue, and School Pond Alpacas of Delton will participate in the second annual National Alpaca Farm Days, holding open houses from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 27 and 28. While the farms will display and sell alpaca products, the event is free to visi­ tors who want to come see the alpacas and learn more about the animals and the products produced from their fiber. Melissa and Jim Powers of Dowling are the owners of Lissa Beth’s Alpacas at 1675 Stamm Road, Dowling (269­ 721-3741). The Powers have 19 alpacas, and Melissa will demonstrate how the processed alpaca fiber, or roving, is spun into yam. They will have hand-spun alpaca yam, a wide variety of woven and knitted prod­ ucts created by Melissa including jewelry, shawls, scarves, hats, sweaters for infants, children and adults and more. The Powerses have been raising alpacas since 2004, the same year Melissa learned to knit. “I was looking for some­ thing fun — a creative outlet — and I ended up learning how to knit, spin, weave and for show animals, “It’s almost cruel,” to let them go raise alpacas in one year.” Two types of alpacas are unsheared for more than two bred and raised in the United years. “The heat in summer is a States. The Huacaya (waKi’-ah) is the more common real problem in the summer,” of the two and has a fluffy, extremely fine coat, which “They are such a Jim likens to “a giant teddy stress-reliever... you bear.” Suri alpacas, which come down here to the Powerses raise, have a rarer fiber that is silky and the pens, and the resembles dreadlocks, said next thing you know, you’ve lost two Jim. Alpacas are shorn about hours.” once a year, and each animal - Melissa Powers produces five to 10 pounds offiber' But, how much fiber an alpaca yields any given he said. “We shower them year can vary. “We just got eight pounds and provide them with kiddy of fiber from a 2-year-old pools so they can cool off.” While the alpacas provide female,” said Melissa. “It was the first time she was the Powerses with some sheared, so there was a lot of extra income, the creatures fiber. Older females are also provide the couple with always bred, and you will hours of enjoyment. All their alpacas have only get two to five pounds of fiber from a female that names they respond to “when they want to. They has been bred.” “All the males do is pro­ are like cats,” said Jim who duce fiber, so you get a lot added that alpacas also are inquisitive and affectionate. more from them,” said Jim. “They are such a stress­ “Alpaca fiber is about seven times warmer than wool and reliever,” added Melissa. it’s almost as soft as cash­ “Before I retired, I’d call Jim mere. And like human hair, and say, ‘Is that all you did the color and texture of all day?’ when he told me alpaca fiber varies from indi­ what he had accomplished. vidual to individual. There But, you come down here to are 23 natural shades of the pens and the next thing you know, you’ve lost two alpaca fiber.” Because alpaca fiber is so hours.” Jim said that the alpacas warm, Jim noted that even Dave Ludwick hugs a Huacaya alpaca named Ryan Sunflower. (Photo by Sandra Ponsetto). Jim Powers feeds one of the many Suri alpacas on their farm, Lissa Beth Alpacas. (Photo by Sandra Ponsetto). are creatures of habit. “There’s one part of the pasture we call the parlor because in the summer they’ll spend a couple hours each day basking in the sun. Then they’ll go eat hay. They like their routines.” Ten miles away, Dave and Nancee Ludwick and Darla and Dave Bates run The 4 Musketeers Alpaca Farm, located at 13201 Brady, Bellevue (269-763-3625.) The 4 Musketeers as the Ludwicks and their daughter and son-in-law, the Bateses, like to refer to themselves have been raising both Suri and Huacaya alpacas for just over a year. “I saw a show about alpacas on television and I wanted to know more and I just started talking to people,” said Nancee. “We’re retired, and we thought this would keep us busy. “We were going to start with just four females and one male but someone need­ ed to sell their entire herd, so we ended up starting with 19 animals,” she explained. The 4 Musketeers send their fiber to a co-op fiber mill to be processed and get alpaca fiber products in return. During their open house next weekend the 4 Musketeers will have spin­ ning and felting demonstra­ tions and raw fiber for sale. The 4 Musketeers said that while some people say white alpaca fiber is the most desir­ able because it can be dyed any color, a lot of artisans like to use the 23 natural color variations it their work. “It’s really a matter ofper­ sonal preference,” said Dave Bates. Like the Powerses, its obvious that the 4 Musketeers see their alpacas as much more than livestock. All of their animals are named and they crowd around the Ludwicks and Dave Bates when they enter the pen, some because they want the food Nancee is offering, others because they are curious. “This one is the one we take to all ofthe shows,” said Dave Ludwick, hugging a white Huacaya named Ryan Sunflower who sidled up to him as he stood in the pen. “They can be shy, but they are very curious. We have school and scout groups out here, so the animals get used to people and don’t freak out about the crowds when we take them to shows,” said Nancee. “They are gentle and calm but they also like to play.” Mike Sullivan has Suri and Huacaya alpacas at his farm, School Pond Alpacas, 3202 Gilkey Lake Road, Delton (269-671-4556). There, visitors will have an opportunity to see Sullivan’s 28 animals and peruse a selection of merchandise made from alpaca fiber, including felt, yam, raw fleece, clothing and wall hangings. Like the other local own­ ers, Sullivan appreciates the alpacas for more than their fiber. “They are so unique as far as personality,” said Mike. “They are herd-type animals, and when you take one ani­ mal out for trip to the vet or a show, when you bring it back, all the others will gath­ er around like they are wel­ coming him home.” Sullivan said he also enjoys their playfulness. “They ‘pronk’ which is bouncing in the air kind of like the cartoon Pepe LePeu when he was in love. They usually do it toward evening. They’ll, run full speed and then start bouncing in the air along the fence line. One will start and then they’ll all follow,” he said. “Nobody really knows why they do it. It’s probably just exuber­ ance.” Like Jim and Melissa Powers, Sullivan has been raising alpacas since 2004 and like the 4 Musketeers, he got into raising the animals after he heard something that piqued his curiosity. “I heard an ad on the radio. I was working for a phone company, and I thought that with the econo­ my, if I wanted gainful employment, I needed to go into business for myself,” he said. “I was looking for a way to supplement my income during retirement and while alpacas are fairly valuable animals, I enjoy and. appreciate the beauty and personality of the animals.” To find out more about National Alpaca Farm Days or for a map to each farm, log on to www.National AlpacaFarmDays.com or call the farms directly. Parents, caregivers urged to have child safety seats inspected Three out of four child safety seats are improperly installed in vehicles accord­ ing to research by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That’s why the Barry County Sheriff's Department is urging all parents and caregivers to attend the sec­ ond annual National Seat CheckSaturday, Sept. 27. As part of National Child Passenger Safety Week, Sept. 21 to 27, Barry County will have certified techni­ cians available to provide free, on-site child safety seat inspections from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Barry County Transit, 1216 W. State St., Hastings (next to the Pennock State Street Center). "It’s the responsibility of every parent and caregiver out there to make sure their children are safely restrained — every trip, every time," said Sheriff Dar Leaf. "We are urging everyone to get their child safety seats inspected. This is a free serv­ ice that we are providing for our community." According to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration research and estimates, 8,325 lives ofchil­ dren under age 5 have been saved by the proper use of child restraints during the past 30 years. In 2006, among children under 5, an estimated 425 lives were saved by child restraint use. Research shows that child restraints provide the best protection for all children up to age 8; after age 8, seat belts provide the best protection. For maximum child pas­ senger safety, Sheriff Leaf said parents and caregivers should refer to the following four “Steps for Kids” guide- lines for determining which restraint system is best suited to protect children based on age and size: • For the best possible pro­ tection, keep infants in the back seat, in rear-facing child safety seats, as long as possible up to the height or weight limit of the particular seat. Keep infants rear-fac­ ing until at least age 1 and at least 20 pounds. • When children outgrow their rear-facing seats (at least age 1 and at least 20 pounds) they should ride in forward-facing child safety seats, in the back seat, until they reach the upper weight or height limit ofthe particu­ lar seat (usually around age 4 and 40 pounds). • Once children outgrow their forward-facing seats (usually around age 4 and 40 pounds), they should ride in booster seats in the back seat until the vehicle seat belts fit properly. Seat belts fit prop­ erly when the lap belt lays across the upper thighs and the shoulder belt fits across the chest (usually at age 8 or when they are 4 feet, 9 inch­ es tall). • When children outgrow their booster seats, (usually at age 8 or when they are 4 feet, 9 inches tall) they can use the adult seat belts in the back seat, if they fit properly (lap belt lays across the upper thighs, and the shoul­ der belt fits across the chest). For more information on Child Passenger Safety Week — a national effort to remind parents and care­ givers ofthe lifesaving effect child safety seats have in protecting young children — visit www.nhtsa.gov. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, September 20, 2008 — Page 7 Nashville girl celebrates birthday with library card OPEN: 7 DAYS A WEEK = NASHVILLE 24 HOURS jjeH EXPRESS r OKF 133 S. Main You’re In, You’re Out... srSSJSe STOP You’re SHOPPING Grocery Store Pricing With Party Store Convenience! SUN. SEPT. 21 MON. SEPT. 22 TUE. SEPT. 23 WED. SEPT. 24 THUR. SEPT. 25 FR1. SEPT. 26 SW. SEPT. 27 2% MILK GALLON Limit 2 BANANAS TOSSED SALAD or COLE SLAW 49* WHOLE FRYERS PIZZA 99* 2/$||00 M ■■ fcffi.Jihbjo EBS KSlifilaiJK ■> siiiMfes MWIIE-; I.’ X EBSttifflfeii :at jpifem®. lit 1 tail i id«ik nil I re rate tri i k |tat rapn, ol I Ht fctaWkw &8. j jx ^ntel<D IP^i NteBkrtk |fri tain'®1" ft! Hf«*|p tsi a®^'^ * KT. J uju KT. Jj ,m ff®**% I d xs®?33* ToW®** «**£ ■» ‘"" * *5^ ' **» „ ;5*5»! ;; Hf*»*# >•&» •&» 5JF J 5^/ ■« F MAMA ROSA 146 OZ... TWIN P Teresa and Carlee Allen celebrated Carlee's 8th birthday by getting a Putnam District Library card. September is Library Card Sign-Up Month. To get a library card, bring a driver’s license or Michigan ID and sign up. Those under 18 need a parent or guardian present. For more information, visit the library at 327 N. Main Street, call 517-852-9723 or visit the library’s blog at www.putnamlibrary.blogspot.com. Group planning ‘build brigade’ on soldier’s home The Caledonia American Legion is hoping for a flurry of construction Oct. 2 to 4 on the home being built off of State Road between Hastings and Middleville for U.S. Marine Cpl. Josh Hoffman. Hoffman was critically injured in Iraq in January 2007. Homes for Our Troops, a Massachusetts­ based, non-partisan organi­ zation is helping to build the home the first one in Michigan — with assistance from local veterans groups, individuals and other organi­ zations. A build brigade is a gath­ ering of volunteers who try to get the home up and enclosed in three days, said Chet Teater of the Caledonia American Legion, who is serving as coordinator of the project. A ground-breaking ceremony was held Aug. 19. Since then, the basement walls are up, the basement floor has been poured, and the sub-floor will be com­ pleted this week, noted Teater. “We are looking for vol­ unteers of both contractors and anyone willing to help to come on the 2nd to 4th of October to help out,” he said, adding that the work will be done in shifts each day, from 8 a.m. to noon and from noon to 4 p.m. “We will be providing lunch for both shifts and bev­ erages and snacks through­ out the day,” he said. Workers need to be at least 18 years old, while those between 11 and 17 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Anyone interested in help­ ing should contact Teater by calling 616-299-2255 or e­ mail cteater@iserv.net. Progress can be tracked by visiting the Caledonia American Legion Web site, www.calmilegion.com. “People should be encour­ aged to come by and view the project even if they aren't able to help,” said Teater. sSPAGHETTI HUNT* IGA MUSHROOMS IGA SAUCE 4/$E002/$|00 W 26-26.5 OZ. IGA CHUNK LIGHT TUNA ■3 OZ. STEMS . STEMS & & PCS. IGA COFFEE FAC IGA SK99 6 OZ. IN WATER IGA CHICKEN or 34.5 OZ. IGA TOMATO, CHICKEN NOODLE or BEEF W/ VEGETABLE BROTH SOUP 2/$|002/$|00 BEEF 10.5-10.75 OZ. 14.5 OZ. 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Nashville IGA Express Accepts : H | I Mon.-Thur, eam-iopm, FrtJSat. mm-MIOnight, Sun. 9AM-10PM iPd Bridge Cards p WIC �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, September 20,2008 — Page 8 Real Estate For Sale 3 BEDROOM HOME ON 5 ACRES. 3-1/2 car attached garage, 2-1/2 baths, large fenced in back yard. 15 years old, cathedral ceilings, large kitchen & dining room, large deck off main floor, oak Thomapple-KelFRAMES AND CUSTOM stairway.. matte cutting. By appoint­ logg schools. $175,000. Call ment only. Call Picture This 517-507-9941 Photography. (269)948-4669 Help Wanted FOR SALE: 100' of 1" Pex Pipe and 50' of 7" diameter by 8' insulation for outdoor wood boiler underground OFFER. supply. BEST (517)852-9913 --------- HEY YOU!!! MOTORCYCLE ENTHU­ SIAST: I HAVE THE BIKE YOU'VE BEEN LOOKING FOR!!! 2003 Harley V-Rod. New Black and Silver Cus­ tom Paint, Rims, Pipes, Brakes. Lowered 1", LOTS Of Chrome. $11,000. This is one sweet bike!! (616)893-6681 Antiques ALLEGAN ANTIQUE MARKET, Sunday, Septem­ ber 28th. 400 exhibitors. Rain or shine. 7:30am-4:00pm. Lo­ cated at the Fairgrounds, right in Allegan, MI. $4.00 admission. Don't miss this last big show of 2008! For Rent 94 YEAR, LOCAL company needs full & part-time peo­ ple, many positions open, no experience needed, we train. Weekly pay. (616)245-7298. POSTAL JOBS $17.89$28.27/HR,now hiring. For application & free government job info, call American Assoc, of Labor 1913-599-8226.24/hrs. em­ ployment services. Farm E.A.R.T.H. = EDUCATED ANIMAL Rescue and Teen Haven is in urgent need of HAY DONATIONS. We will come pick it up, clean out your bam of old hay (Any type ofhay that isn't moldy). E.A.R.T.H. 501(c)3 is a non-profit organization. All donations are tax deduc­ tible. PLEASE CALL (269)962-2015 Volunteers sought for Thornapple River clean-up Area residents are asked to help the Thomapple River Watershed Council clean more than 75 miles of the Thomapple River in Barry, Eaton, and Kent Counties on Saturday, Sept. 27, beginning at 8 a.m. “We encourage church, community and service groups, as well as individu­ als, to participate,” said Joanne Barnard, director of the Barry Conservation District, who is helping to organize the annual event. “Canoes and kayaks will be provided for those who need them, and for land lovers, we need your help cleaning river banks.” On-river teams will be assigned to one of eight sec­ tions of the river. Each sec­ tion should take about two hours to float and clean. Experienced canoeists who. are knowledgeable about the Thomapple are needed to act as section and safety leaders. Bank clean-ups are scheduled for Nashville, Hastings, Middleville and Ada. The river clean-up should be completed by noon, when all volunteers join for lunch at Tyden Park in Hastings. To volunteer, log on to www.thomappleriver.org, e­ mail dstrouse ©thomapple river.org, or call 269-948­ 8056 ext. 117. FOR RENT: 1 bedroom 1 bath. 408 Phillips St., Nash­ ville. Small house good for 1 person. Large lot. $350 a month plus utilities plus se­ Recreation curity deposit. Call Rick Karen FOR SALE: 1987 Bayliner (269)908-0525 boat. 19' w/cuddy cabin. 175 (269)908-0524. horse outboard Mercury mo­ tor, newer lower unit, runs NASHVILLE: 2 BEDROOM good. New interior, fishfind­ apartment. (517)852-9386 er, marine radio. Trailer has new tires and bearings. Automotive $3,900.00 OBO. Call 517-507I WILL BUY your scrap and 9941. unwanted vehicles, call 7 days a week, (269)838-5944. --------- HEY YOU!!!----------MOTORCYCLE ENTHU­ Business Services SIAST: I HAVE THE BIKE FRAMES AND CUSTOM YOU'VE BEEN LOOKING FOR!!! 2003 Harley V-Rod. matte cutting? By appoint­ ment only. Call Picture This New Black and Silver Cus­ Hearty Menu tom Paint, Rims, Pipes, Photography. (269)948-4669 Monday, September 22 Brakes. Lowered 1", LOTS Scallop potatoes and ham, Pets Of Chrome. $11,000. w/cheddar cheese, com This is one sweet bike!! FOR SALE 2 year old fe­ O ’ Brian, cherry cobbler. (616)893-6681 male Heeler, (517)726-0786 SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS Maple Valley Elementary Lunch Menu Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Monday, Sept 22 Mini com dogs, french fries, peaches, animal crack­ ers. Monday, Sept 22 Mini com dogs, curly fries, apple crisp. Salad Bar. Tuesday, Sept 23 Tuesday, Sept 23 Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes, roll and honey, grapes. Chili w/com bread, whole kernel com, peaches. Mexican Bar. Wednesday, Sept 24 Wednesday, Sept 24 Sloppy Joes w/chips, fresh veg. medley, applesauce, Goldfish Crackers. Chicken tenders, mashed potatoes, pineapple/man. orgs. Breakfast Bar. Thursday, Sept 25 Pizza rolls, tossed salad, pineapple, choc./p.butter bar. Friday, Sept 26 Mini breakfast wraps, potato wedge, pears, apple crisp. NOTE: Fuller Alternative Entree Choices: Peanut butter and jelly sandwich, honey and peanut butter sandwich. Maplewood Alternate Entree Choices: 6 oz. Yogurt w/string cheese, chef salad, peanut butter and jelly sand­ wich. Maplewood offers a variety of healthy snacks for 50 cents each (cash only: quarters or dollars only). Milk is included with all full meal purchases. Assort­ ed bread choices daily. Breakfast price: $130; Lunch price: $1.90; Adult price: $2.75; milk only: $.45. Thursday, Sept 25 H.S. Kellogg Cottage Inn. Cottage Inn, broccoli, pears. Asian Bar. Friday, Sept 26 Grilled cheese, tomato soup, applesauce. Country Chicken Bar. NOTE: Entree’s available daily: cheeseburger, variety of chicken sandwiches, pizza, peanut butter and jelly sand­ wich, fish sandwich, honey and peanut butter sandwich, 6 oz. yogurt w/string cheese. Side choices available daily: garden salad, juice, fresh fruit. Milk is included with all full meal purchases. Seconds available on vegetables at no additional charge. Assorted bread choices daily. Breakfast price: $1.45; Lunch price: $2.25-$2.50; Adult prices: $2.75-$3.00. Milk only: $.45. Barry County COA Menu and Activities Tuesday, September 23 FOR SALE: BEAGLE pup­ pies, (517)726-0786. Chicken teriyaki, penne pasta, green beans, stewed tomatoes, mixed fruit, jello. Wednesday, September 24 Call anytime to place your Maple Valley AlTIONwL. 269-945-9554 or 1-890-870-7985 Hamburger, country pota­ toes, green beans, apple juice, hamburger bun. Thursday, September 25 Turkey ala king, rice, Calif, blend vegetables w/cheddar cheese, apricots. Friday, September 26 Macaroni cheese, and broccoli, mixed vegetables, banana. Cold Menu Monday, September 22 Ham, pea and cheese salad, Spanish bean salad, apricots. Tuesday, September 23 Calif. Reuben spread, tomato salad, tropical fruit, rye bread. Wednesday, September 24 Chicken and pineapple salad, carrot raisin salad, diced peaches, wheat bread. Thursday, September 25 Ham and pasta salad, com O’Brian, cherry cobbler, whole wheat crackers. Friday, September 26 RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE WHEREAS, the Village Council of Nashville, Michigan, has been requested to abolish the alley hereinafter described; WHEREAS, said Council deems it advisable to vacate, discontinue or abolish that portion of Reed Alley which runs between Edna and Homer; NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED that the Village Council of Nashville, Michigan, deems* it advisable to vacate, discontinue or abolish that portion of Reed Alley which runs between Edna and Homer, and Said Council does hereby appoint and set the date of October 9,2008, at 7:00 p.m. at the Council Chambers in Nashville, Michigan, when said Council shall meet and hear objections to said vacation, discontinuance or abolishment, and a copy of this resolution shall be published at lease seven (7) days in advance of such meeting one (1) time in the Maple Valley news and a copy of this resolution shall be posted in the Clerk’s Office of the Village of Nashville, Michigan. Adopted this September 11,2008 Ayes: Austhof, Coll, Lundquist, Harwod, Kenyon, F. Dunham Nays: none Absent: Holden Frank Dunham, Village President Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and complete copy of a resolution adopted by the Village of Nashville Council at a regular meeting held on September 11, 2008. Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk 06677922 SERVING OUR COUNTRY Meatloaf, marinated veg­ etables, spiced apples, wheat bread. Activities Calendar Monday, September 22: Hastings - Music with Sam; crafts 10:30 a.m.; Water­ color 1-4 p.m.; Card Making 12:30 p.m.; Kinship Care 7 p.m. Delton - Nashville 5 11:30 a.m. H,W,N Reminiscence. Tuesday, September 23: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Bible Study 12:30 p.m.; Red Hat noon. Lunch at restaurant. Wednesday, September 24: Hastings - Music with Sam; Euchrel2:30-2:30 p.m.; Nails. Delton Reminiscence. Thursday, September 25: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with the Lewis’; Beading 5 p.m. Nashville TV Time. Delton Puzzles/Trivia. Friday, September 26: Hastings - Exercise 9 a.m.; Mixed Media Painting 9:30 a.m.; Model Railroad 12 p.m. Barry County Extension Calendar of Events Mandatory General Leaders Enrollment Meeting, 9 a.m., Courts & Law Building. Sept 20-21 Frank Bush Memorial Pow Wow, 12:30-7 p.m., Charlton Park. Sept 20-21 Shooting Sports Instructors Workshop, 10 a.m.4:30 p.m., Ottawa Lake Sportsman’s Club. Sept 23 Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Sept 25 Leader Orientation, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Oct 1 Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Oct 2 Master Gardener Executive Committee Member, 6 p.m., County Seat. Oct 2 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Oct 4 4-H Family Reunion, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Kettunen Center. Oct 4 Master Gardener Fall Workshop, 9:30 a.m.-noon, Courts & Law Building Conf. Room. Oct 6 Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Oct 7 4-H Open House, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Hastings City Bank Community Room. Sept 20 Charles F. Raines ITSN (Information Systems Technician Seaman) Charles F. Raines Jr. is serv­ ing in the U.S. Navy. He left for basic training in August of2007 after graduat­ ing from Maple Valley High School. He graduated basic training in October 2007 at Great Lakes in Illinois and graduated from information systems technology training Aug. 15 in Pensacola, Fla. Raines is now assigned to the USS Emory S. Land. His current homeport is Bremerton, Wash. He is the son ofRobert and Rachelle Williams of Vermontville and Charles F. Raines of Belton, Mo. 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: Greg.A Matthews and Angela Ellwood, to Oak Street Mortgage LLC, Mortgagee, dated,April 26, 2004 and recorded May 5, 2004 in Instrument # 1127009 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was subsequently assigned through mesne assignments to: Household Finance Corporation III, on which mort­ gage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eighty Thousand d Twenty-Two Dollars and Fifty-Six Cents ($180,022.56) including interest 9.93% 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 vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on October 2, 2008. Said premises are situated in Township of Johnstown, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 20 acres of the west one half of the north­ west one quarter of section 12, town 1 north, range 8 west, Johnstown Township, Barry County, Michigan, except the school house site in the north­ west comer being 11 rods north and south by 10 rods east and west. Also excepting the east 528 feet of above described parcel. Commonly known as 4100 Lacey Rd, Bellevue Ml 49021 The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption peri­ od shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expira­ tion of the notice required by MCL 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later. Dated: AUGUST 26, 2008 Household Finance Corporation III, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 08-97577 ASAP# 2866308 08/30/2008, 09/06/2008, 09/13/2008, 09/20/2008 08772288 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, September 20,2008 — Page 9 From TIME to TIME A look down memory lane... By Esther Walton news items; this section was printed else­ where and shipped to Woodland. The outer four pages of local news and advertising was added by the news editor. The Woodland News maintained a low profile. Its editor avoided the scandals which neighboring Nashville’s editor, a rabid Republican named Omo Strong, seemed to attract. One year, for example, Strong shot his wife’s lover, a Dr. Who is teaching, who is wed, Foote, in the leg. Subscriptions increased Who is ill and who is dead, steadily, and a year after its inception the Who is coming, and who is going, Detroit Evening News called the Woodland What is happening worth the knowing, News “the best newspaper published in any Give us facts of give us clues, town of the size anywhere.” In these early Pointers for the Woodland News.” days of newspapering the Woodlanders loved to write as well as write about; the “East The Woodland News appeared in its first Woodland” local columnist for the Lake incarnation in January 1886, as a mini-paper, Odessa Wave was voted best ofthe locals in a consisting of one page in the Nashville News. readers’ poll in 1891. The contents were mostly advertisements, Newspaper editing could be a dangerous some local, some not, but there was also occa­ business. Small-town paper editors often took sional gossip printed by the page’s editor, the on the responsibility of personifying a partic­ Woodland lawyer C. S. “Vena” Palmerton. In ular political viewpoint, and such individual­ the Sept. 27, 1889, issue of the Nashville izing could lead to fights. Mart Laird, of paper, a notice announced that the Woodland Woodbury, took issue with an opinion News page was now defunct since a real expressed by Len Feighner and took the train Woodland paper was starting up under the to Woodland to beat up the news editor. charge of Lloyd C. Feighner. In that year and Feighner hid out and refused to show his face a half, the Nashville News' circulation in the until the last Woodbury train had gone for the in the Woodland area had gone from 121 to day. 200. Palmerton went on to serve as the The particular bane of every small-town Woodland local correspondent for other area editor’s existence was the borrowing ofnews­ papers. papers: in the early years, every paid sub“Here is the Woodland News, new, and yet scription counted for a lot. The Woodland not entirely new, either; simply outgrown,” News was not adverse to using scare tactics in were the words with which Lloyd C. Feighner order to get subscribers. “Bacteria may be began his own page in the history of transmitted through newspapers!” wrote Woodland. Lloyd Feighner had learned the Feighner, only half kidding, in the midst of a printer’s trade in the office of the Hastings serious diphtheria epidemic in 1893. “Don’t Home Journal in 1885, when he was 18, and borrow ofyour neighbor, as it may be death of by the time he left the Journal in 1887 had the yourself and family. Subscribe.” position of foreman for a year. In August In February, 1895, Lloyd Feighner sold the 1887, he went west to Council Bluffs, Iowa, Woodland News to the Weber brothers, and where he worked on the Nonpareil, and then they printed the paper for the next two years. across the river on the Omaha Bee. In In January, 1897, it was bought by Charles February 1889, he returned to his home of F. Grozinger. Grozinger printed his first issue Nashville, to work as the foreman on the news on Jan. 29, and was editor ofthe News for the there, ofwhich his brother Len was editor and next 30 years. During his tenure, it was pubproprietor. It was Len Feighner who began lished in the comer building known after as publishing the Woodland paper, perhaps as a the “news office,” located at the comer of welcome-home present for Lloyd, for the first Main and Broadway where the gas station issue appearing in October, 1889, and Lloyd stands today. Grozinger provided the commu­ Feighner became its manager during the same nity with a fine weekly paper, a source of month. After a year, he was its owner. news for readers and an opportunity for the The first copy of the Woodland News was merchants to advertise their wares. Charles Grozinger died on Oct. 22, 1927, printed on Oct. 17, 1889, at an office estab­ lished for it over the Exchange Bank. after suffering a heart attack while on busi­ Subscriptions to the paper cost $1 a year. The ness in Nashville. After his death , his estate NEWS was typical of small town papers of hired various publishers for a while. Ken W. the day; the inside four pages, the ‘boiler­ Brandel was one of those to take it over. Its plate,’ contained international and national last publisherwas James R. M. Meadows, in 1937. The equipment was then sold, part to L. H. Bird and the rest to Charles Geiger, of Freeport. Glenn Farthing bought the building and tore it down for his new gas station in 1937. [Ed. note: The following is taken from, “The History of Woodland, Michigan, 1837­ 1987”. This hard-coverpublication was com­ piled to celebrate the Woodland Sesquicentennial, Aug. 14, 15, and 16, 1987. 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All preschoolers and ele­ mentary students are wel­ come to attend with their parents. Activities will be available for children of all ages, including signing a giant poster after reading the Michigan Reads! title this year. Night of the Raccoons is the first of a series of fall activities for Putnam’s youngest patrons. Friday story time for preschool children resumes at IT a.m. Friday, Oct. 10, and is followed by a special story time at 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 24, when Little Critter will visit the library. The next evening story time will be Tuesday, Oct.28, to get everyone in the mood for trick or treating and the annual “haunted library” event Oct. 31. Putnam District Library serves the village of Nashville and the townships of Assyria, Castleton and Maple Grove. All students enrolled in Maple Valley schools are welcome to a Putnam library card. 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According to 2007 U.S. Census Bureau figures, Michigan continues to rank eighth in both females and males of ages 14 through 17. Three boys sports - bowl­ ing, ice hockey and skiing rank third nationally, with bowling falling from second a year ago. Tennis, in spite of a double-digit percentage drop in participation after moving to the fall, main­ tained a fourth-place rank­ ing. Boys basketball, foot- ball, track and field, and Pennfield scored a 3-0 vic­ score of 25-13, 25-15,27-25. wrestling are all in fifth Maple Valley’s girls are tory over Maple Valley’s place, although basketball now 5-12-4 on the season. varsity volleyball team in dipped a notch for the second The Lions return to action Kalamazoo Valley straight year. Dropping one Saturday (Sept. 20), at the Association action spot to sixth place were cross Battle Creek Central Wednesday night. country and golf; baseball Invitational. The loss drops the Lions ’ jumped up one spot and Next Wednesday, the league record to 0-3 on the lacrosse slipped a place to Lions will make the long trip season. both end up in seventh; soc­ cer held its ground, and boys swimming and diving dropped four places to both be in eighth. Skiing was the highest-ranked girls sport in third, but was down one place from a year ago. Girls volleyball, bowling and ten­ nis all dropped from third to fourth. Girls basketball slipped a spot for the second straight year to fifth, where it joined cross country and golf, the latter also one spot lower. In sixth place were soccer and track and field, which held their spots; along with competitive cheer and swimming and diving, the former dropping two places, the latter dropping one. Softball remained in seventh, lacrosse fell two places to ninth, and gymnastics was down one slot in 12th. National participation in high school sports in 2007­ 08 was up to 7,429,381, again setting a new record. Nationally, 54.8 percent of Lion sophomore setter Karlee Mater puts a pass up in high school students partici­ the air during Wednesday night’s Kalamazoo Valley Lion Libero Tiffany Allwardt digs a shot against pation in sports, in Michigan, Association contest with Pennfield. (Photo by Perry Pennfield during Wednesday night’s conference dual. that figure is 59.1 percent, a Hardin) (Photo by Perry Hardin) figure down 1.3 percent from a year ago. COBB WEIL DRILLING (REPAIR • 7 Day Service • Pumps Installed & Repaired • Service On Submersible Pumps • 2” • 5” Well Drilling and Repair Fall Kick-off! Learn to Play the Piano 30 Years Experience Estimates Available 517-726-0377 Taking Adults & Kids (all Levels) Call: Teresa A. Pash (517) 852-9159 tpash <§> hotmai 1 .com fall to 0-3 in league 356 N. 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Maple Valley’s Joe Benedict was ninth individu­ ally in 18:42. He was fol­ lowed for the Lions by Josh Perkins in 23rd with a time of 19:54, Tyler Brumm 47th in 21:05, Zach Mellville 67th in 22:35, and Caleb Chambers 79th in 23:39. Delton Kellogg was led by Nick Rendon, who finished sixth in 18 minutes 36 sec­ onds. Brandon Humphreys was 11th in 18:43, Tyler Bourdo 12th in 18:50, Mark Loveland 20th in 19:31, and Darrin Pursley 26th in 20:13. Each of the Panthers’ top five runners saw their times slow a bit from the opening jamboree, and their placing fall back. Schoolcraft’s girls won for the second time in the league, finishing with 59 points. Pennfield was second with 62, followed by Parchment 109, Hackett 129, Maple Valley 141, Kalamazoo Christian 145, Delton 162, Constantine 167, Olivet 192, and GalesburgAugusta 228. Maple Valley put five run­ ners together for the first time in league action this season, and finished fifth led by Lauren Trumble. Trumble was 14th individually in 23:02. Behind her for the Lions, Erin Shoemaker was 23rd in 23:44, Pantera Rider 26th in 24:01, Megan Shoemaker 34th in 23:25, and Kayla Shaw 49th in 25:52. Parchment’s Leila Bouabdellaoui won the girls’ race, hitting the line in 21:18. Kalamazoo Christian’s Courtney Mulder was second in 21:35, and Schoolcraft’s Krista Broekema third in 21:37. Schoolcraft and Pennfield both saw their top five runners finish in the top 20. Maple Valley runs this Saturday (Sept. 20) at the Lowell Invite. Joe Montgomery Builders, Inc. We build on our reputation...just ask our customers! Building dreams since 1978 New Construction and Home Improvement 122 S. Lincoln, Charlotte 0877450 517) 543-1718 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, September 20,2008 — Page 11 Lion football falls in battle of titan programs At V stsSi s Si by Jon Gambee Staff Writer Two storied programs met for the first time Friday and Schoolcraft came away the victor with a 13-0 Kalamazoo Valley Association win over Maple Valley. Between them the two programs have made the Michigan High School Athletic Association play­ offs more than two dozen times and throughout most of this contest it was evident that a pair of Titans were going at it full tilt The difference came down to breaks, the intangi- bles that often decide games like this. Mistakes at critical times proved the downfall of the Lions, who fall to 2-2 on the season, while Schoolcraft improved its record to 2-2.. “We made some key mistakes at key times,” said Maple Valley Head Coach Comets and Rams shut out Maple Valley boys’ soccer Maple Valley’s varsity boys’ soccer team fell to 0­ 5 in the Kalamazoo Valley Association this week with a pair of conference losses. Galesburg-Augusta scored a 3-0 win over the Lions Wednesday on Fuller Street Field. A slow start cost the Lions against the Rams, as Galesburg-Augusta scored one quick goal to open the game. “We are trying to work on discipline from our sweeper position, but at times we have hard deci­ sions to make, so when the sweeper comes out to help it sometimes leads to other men getting open,” said Maple Valley head coach Josh Meersma. S’**’ The Lions are slowly improving this season, and got much better as the game against the Rams wore on. “We had more control in the midfield during the sec­ ond half which led to more opportunities on goal, but we just couldn't punch one in,” Meersma said. “Galesburg is a very young team, but they have some nice players, that have a great deal of skill for their age.” Being more physical and doing a better job of pos­ sessing the ball were the keys to the second halfrally by the Lions. On Monday, Kalamazoo Christian hosted the Lions and scored an 8-0 league victory. “Their team is very fast and makes excellent decisions with the ball,” Meersma said. “ After watching the top teams so far, I think they are far and away my choice for league champion. They just seemed so much more mature and technically sound than other teams.” Maple Valley will face another winless KVA team on Monday, when they visit Delton Kellogg. On Wednesday, the Lions play a league game at Pennfield. Maple Valley then closes out next week with a trip to Leslie on Thursday. The KVA tournament begins the following week. Guenther Mittelstaedt, “but Schoolcraft 23-yard line best scoring opportunity of overall I thought we played was a costly turnover. the night for Maple Valley well. “We had our chances,” but the fumble inside the “This was a tough game Mittelstaedt said. “We had it five turned the tide of the to lose because a win here inside their five-yard line in contest. tonight would have kept us the first quarter when a fum“We opened it up a little at the top of the conference, ble turned it over. They got tonight,” Mittelstaedt said, but this loss drops us back the ball back and scored. So “and it paid off with a couinto the middle of the pack.” instead of leading 7-0 we ple of big plays. But we The two teams played were down 7-0. It was an couldn’t sustain it.” scoreless through the first opportunity that got away Meadows was the game’s quarter and the Eagles led 7- from us. leading rusher with 154 0 at half-time thanks to a 40“And we had a couple of yards on 20 carries. Michael yard breakaway run by Dan long pass plays that we Paisley led Maple Valley’s Meadows with 8:08 left to almost broke for scores,” he running back by committee Play- said. “I didn’t think anyone offense with 38 yards on It stayed that way until could catch (Nicholas) only seven carries. the opening play of the Thurlby from behind but Quarterback Kyle Fisher fourth quarter when Evan they did it.” threw 11 times for 113 yards Stoddard capped a 75-yard, The first time the Lions for the Lions. 15-play drive with a one- opened it up was on the sec­ Schoolcraft finished with yard touchdown. ond play of the game, a 37- 304 yards of total offense, Maple Valley looked as if yard pass from Fisher to while Maple Valley finished they would come back on Thurlby which took the the night with 202. their next possession and Lions from their own 23 to Next week, Maple Valley three consecutive 11 yard the Schoolcraft 40. Later in will entertain Kalamazoo gains seemed to set the the quarter Fisher completed Christian. stage. But a costly fumble a 50-yard pass to Jeff Burd. on first-and-ten on the That play helped set up the Write us a letter! Garden Cen^ Send your letters to: Editor c/o J-Ad Graphics 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings, Ml 49058 or e-mail to: news@ j-adgraphics.com Just north of MooVille ... 5715 South M-66 > 517-852-1864 Trees & Shrubs up to OU/0 UTT Fall Clean-Up Fall & Landscaping I Munis Book yours now! are in! 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Nashville approves new and revised ordinances by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Thursday evening, the Nashville Village Council approved amendments to three existing ordinances and adopted one new one. By a 4-2 vote, with trustees Jack Holden and Sandra Lundquist casting the dissent- ing votes, the council approved a motion to amend the sewer user charge ordinance to ‘increase metered sewer rates 18 cents per 1,000 gallons of usage and unmetered users 75 cents month and $1 per month sewer cap improvement fee. The increase will be effec- tive Nov. 1 with a cost-of-living increase effective Jan. 1, 2009. Village Clerk Cathy Lentz noted the increase was necessary to keep up with the cost of delivering and maintaining the service. The council unanimously approved an amendment to the village check-writing pol- icy to allow the president protein, as well as the clerk and president, to sign payroll and other checks. A motion also was unanimously approved to revise the junk ordinance to prohibit storage or disposal of refrigerators, freezers and other household appliances within in the village limits unless the doors have been removed, all latches and locks disabled, or holes large enough to provide enough oxygen to sustain life had been drilled through the doors. The council adopted a new disorderly conduct policy, echoing state law in order to allow local law enforcement officials to handle such complaints in a timely manner rather than having to wait for backup from the Michigan State Police post in Hastings. In other business, the council appointed Janel Pena to See ORDINANCE, page 4 “Fast-Food Frenzy” is theme of 2008 homecoming activities Students in Norma Jean Acker’s leadership class at Maple Valley High School have selected “Fast-Food Frenzy” as the theme of this year’s homecoming week activities the week of Oct. 8 to 10. Class themes are: Seniors, McDonalds;juniors, Wendy’s; sophomores, Burger King; and freshmen, Taco Bell. During the week, students will be able to earn points for their class by participating in a variety of activities. Points for activities will be first place, 25 points; second, 15 points; third, 10 points; and fourth place, 5 points. The following is a list of scheduled activities: Noon-hour activities will be held during the two high school lunch hours Wednesday through Friday. Wednesday will feature the Toilet Paper Game (three students stand in line and wrap toilet paper between their legs and up over their shoulders as many times as possible in two minutes without ripping the paper); Thursday will ,be Name That Teacher (Match the teacher’s baby picture with his or her senior picture and identify who it is). Friday’s activity will be Dizzy Kick (spin around as fast as possi­ ble for 20 spins, and then kick a football into a player’s hands. Dress-up days will be Wednesday, Crazy Day (non-matching clothes, crazy hats and hair); Thursday, Spirit Day (Maple Valley Candidates for the 2008 Maple Valley High School Homecoming Court are (front row, from left) queen candi­ dates Sara Pena, Stacey Fassett and Kayla Chapman; princess candidates Stephanie Courtney, Cassie Wessner and Jenna Whitaker; (back) king candidates John Knox, Nick Parks and John Currier; prince candidates Brandon Cosgrove, Cody Leinhart, and Austin Tobias (Photo by Adam Zank). spirit clothes); and Friday, Class Color Day (seniors red and yellow; juniors white and black; sophomores blue and green; freshman purple and brown). All attire should be school appropriate. First-hour teachers will record participation points. Afternoon co-op and vo-ed students should see Duska Brumm. Hats will be accept­ able homecoming week (Wednesday through Friday). Points will be given based on the percentage of participation. If two classes tie, they will both receive the highest point possible. Bleacher decorating Sections will be designat­ ed for each class, which will decorate its section of the bleachers according to its theme. All bleacher decorat­ ing must take place during fourth and fifth periods on the day of the assembly. Advisors will write passes for up to 12 students from each class. Only those stu­ dents with a pass will be allowed on the field. All decorations must be school appropriate, including the posters on the wall. Students need to be available to clean up the bleachers. Items on the wall may stay in place for the game. Decorating supplies should be purchased only by or with permission from class advi­ sor. The pep assembly will be held on the football field, weather permitting. In case of inclement weather, it will be moved to the old gym. The assembly, emceed by Samantha Newton, Jeffery Burd and Justin Kennedy, will feature introduction of the homecoming court, JV and varsity volleyball teams, cross country teams, boys’ soccer team, equestrian team, freshman, JV and var­ sity football teams and cheerleaders. The assembly also will include the following games: • Pig-Trough Challenge: (candidates only) Each cou­ ple will be given a Moo-ville Creamery Pig Trough and will complete with each other to finish the quickest. • Longest throw: Three Maple Valley student count plummets by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Like the other four school districts that are either in or County overlap Barry Lakewood, (Hastings, and Delton-Kellogg, Kellogg), Thornapple Wednesday’s initial statewide student count shows a decline in population in the Maple Valley School district.. According to this year’s initial September count, Fuller Street Elementary (K3) has 403 students this year to 413 in compared September 2007. Maplewood Elementary (4-6) has 287 students compared to 326 students at this time last year. Maple Valley Junior/Senior High had 690 students compared to 730 students in a year ago. The student count for Maple Valley Alternative Education is 95, up from 90 in September 2007. In all, the tentative count stands at an 84-pupil decline. Valley Maple Superintendent of Schools Kim Kramer was in Traverse City for a conference and was not available for comment. However, Maple Valley School Business Manager Darryl Sydloski said that the decreased student count could mean a loss of $350,000 in state aid to the district. “The student count is lower than we anticipated when we made our budget,” said Sydloski. “When figuring aid, the state uses a ‘blended count,’ based on 25 percent of the student count in February and 75 percent of the September. We budgeted for See ATTENDANCE, page 2 boys and three girls from each class will line up on the 50-yard line, and whoever can throw the farthest will win for his or her class. Each person will be allowed one attempt. • Eating contest: Two boys and two girls from each class will eat one item from each restaurant. The class that finishes first wins. • Field goal kick: Two boys and two girls form each class will get two attempts from the 10-yard line to kick a field goal. The class with the most field goals wins. • Hula-Hoop relay: Ten people from each class (gen­ der doesn’t matter) form a circle and join hands. The Hula Hoop will be placed between two players. At the whistle, the team passes the Hula Hoop around to each person without breaking hands. The whole body must go through. The first class to get the Hula Hoop around the circle and then sit down wins. • Spirit Yell: The cheer­ leaders will lead each class, and the judges will decide which class has the most school spirit by who yells the loudest. Each class must par­ ticipate. Each class will also create a float for the annual home­ coming parade, which will step off at 5:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 10, at Maplewood Elementary and proceed down South Main Street, Vermontville. Also during homecoming week, junior and senior girls will face off during the annual powder pufffootball game at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7, at the high school football field. Admission is $4. The homecoming football game Friday, Oct. 10, against Parchment will fea­ ture the traditional half-time ceremonies. The week will culminate with the annual homecoming dance, sponsored by leader­ ship classes, from 8 to 11 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11, at the high school. There will be a $4 admis­ sion fee. Punch and light refreshments will be served. Pictures will be available (prices will be posted around the school). The theme of the dance theme is "Psychedelic." In This Issue. • Young readers enjoy Raccoon Tune at Putnam Library • GFWC Vermontville to hold public forum • School seeks volunteers for mock interviews • Valley Cross Country sees numbers rise and times fall �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, September 27,2008 — Page 2 Local church will celebrate denominations 100th anniversary COUNSELORS CORNER by Lorraine Benedict, MA We are off to an exciting start at Maple Valley Junior/ Senior High School. The staff is very excited about the posi­ tive attitudes and behavior from our students. The counseling department spent the first week addressing scheduling con­ cerns. Now we are working with ninth grade students to complete their four-year plans. Mrs. Benedict and Mrs. McCaul, along with Grand Valley State University student Justyn Yager, are meeting individually with each freshman student to draw up a plan of study for the next four years. This plan is based on each student’s current interests and career goals. Over the next four years, we know their goals and interests will proba­ bly change, so each year, the plans will be adjusted to meet students’ changing needs and desires. We hope these goal­ setting meetings will help students be intentional in their stud­ ies. Parents may view and discuss these plans with a coun­ selor at parent teacher conference time. We would like to encourage you to participate in this process. Once again, Mrs. McCaul will be working with seventh grade students on bullying prevention. She worked with last year’s seventh grade students at the end of the year and is excited to begin the year working with the new seventh grade students with a similar program. Mrs. Benedict is hoping to do some goal-setting exercises with the junior high as well. College representatives will soon be visiting our school to share information about their particular college with juniors and seniors. This is a great opportunity for students to start searching for a college to attend after graduation. Colleges differ in many ways, and talking to representatives is an effec­ tive way to find a college that matches the student’s individ­ ual needs. Encourage your son or daughter to attend these helpful presentations. We hope students will continue to stay positive arid respectful. Be sure and read our school handbook and each teacher’s class guidelines. Students should be bringing the handbook home for you to see. Thank you for encouraging your child to study hard and be well-behaved. Ifyou have any concerns, please contact teachers. E-mail is usually the best way to make teacher contacts. I am sure you will find staff members to be very helpful and professional. ATTENDANCE, continued fro a 38 to 39 student loss but we are now looking at an 89 to 90 student loss.” Sydloski said he doesn’t know what the district will do about the looming financial crisis caused by the lower-than-expected student count. “We will have to bring ‘-Diana’s (-P{!ace MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Tuesday - Friday S.E. Comer ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 the Vermontville United Methodist Church, 108 N. Main Street. Vermontville Township Clerk Sharon Stewart will provide a review the request to renew the five-year 1-mill levy to provide operating uns for or thee Vermontville ermonve funds Township Fire Department. Stewart will have absentee voter applications for those who wish to vote by mail. 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 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG Wed. 5:30 p.m................... Family Supper 6:00-7:15 Pioneer Club Sun: 9:00 ........................ Sunday School 10: 00.............................. Church Service 11: 00....................................... Fellowship GRACE COMMUNITY 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 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 PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST 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. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. . PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone:543-5488 is a big chunk to shave off when 80 percent ofthe budg­ et goes to salary and bene­ fits.” The district has 30 days from Sept. 24 to determine its actual enrollment and turn in a final count to the Eaton Intermediate School District. Students with excused this to the board of educa­ tion, and they will have to decide whether we wait and cut the budget next year or do something next semes­ ter,” he said. “It will be a board decision, and I know they will look to do what they can to minimize the effect on students. But, this absences on count day have 30 days to return to school and be counted. Students with unexcused absences on count day must return to school within 10 days ifthey are to be counted toward this year’s enrollment GFWC Vermontville to hold public forum The General Federation of Women’s Club of Vermontville invites the public to a forum to introduce candidates in races with two or more vying for office in the Village of Vermontville, Vermontville Township, the ermon ve ownsp Vermontville Township Library or Maple Valley School Board. The forum will begin at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 6, at The Place to Gofor Professional Styling nazarene.org/). The Church of the Nazarene now includes grad­ uate theological seminaries in North America, Central America, and Asia-Pacific; liberal arts colleges in Africa, Canada, Korea, and the United States; nearly 40 theological schools world­ wide; hospitals in Swaziland, India, and Papua, New Guinea; radio broadcasts in 30 languages; and printed materials in 103 languages. At the Church of the Nazarene’s quadrennial gen­ eral assembly in 2001, 42 percent of delegates either spoke English as a second language or did not speak the language at all. The denomination has been headquartered in Kansas City, Mo., since 1912. The Nashville Church of the Nazarene was estab­ lished in 1917. the culmination of mergers of several like-minded groups. The mission of the Church of the Nazarene is to make Christlike disciples in the nations. With a long history ofmis­ sion work and 20th and 21st Century advances in commu­ nication and transportation, the Church of the Nazarene has deliberately decided to steer an international course. “A century ago, the Nazarenes were an American family with rela­ tives in other countries,” wrote Stan Ingersol, the denomination’s archivist, in a brief history of the group. “Today we are an interna­ tional family of districts and congregations planted on each of Earth’s inhabited continents. No single lan­ guage, race, or nationality claims a majority of our members.” (http:// On Oct. 5, Nashville emphasize that the family Church of the Nazarene will never stops growing, and join with 18,000 other there is plenty of room for all. In our society today, it Nazarene churches in 151 words areas to celebrate the seems that relationships 100th anniversary of the often don’t last very long. founding of the Church of We invite our community to join us on Oct. 5 to see rela­ the Nazarene. Preparations for the day tionships that have remained began in 2004 with the writ­ strong for 100 years.” The Oct. 5 anniversary ing and translation ofmateri­ als sent to every Nazarene celebration at Nashville church across the globe. The Church of the Nazarene will plan is that all 1.6 million begin at 9:45 for Sunday members of the church will school. Following the 11 hear the same sermon, cele­ a.m. worship service, there brate with the same music, will be dinner on the grounds and participate in the same with a “singspiration” at 2 readings in 24-time zones on p.m. The church is located at the same day. 301 Fuller Street. “Our congregation is The Church of the excited to celebrate this Nazarene has its roots in anniversary with all of our Methodist, drawn from the Nazarene family around the teachings of English evan­ world,” said Alan Mettler, gelist John Wesley (1703­ pastor of Nashville Church 1791). The denomination of the Nazarene. “At the was established in October 1908 in Pilot Point, Texas, same time, we want to . PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School 10:50 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Senrices :00 & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages .. .10:30 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. 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 Invitations were sent out to all candidates, allowing them three to five minutes to tell their qualifications for the office they are seeking and two of the most important issues facing the board for which they are running. Following the forum, everyone is invited to partake ofrefreshments and an oppor­ tunity to ask candidates ques­ tions, ifthey wish. Members of the GFWC Vermontville encourage the community to attend and sup­ port the efforts of those seek­ ing office. For more information on the forum, call GFWC Vermontville President Sheryl Sheridan 517-726­ 0614. 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................... 8:30 a.m Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................ 11:15 a.m. PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST .. CHURCH . Sunday Mass ....... 1............ 9:45 a.m. FATHER AL RUSSELL A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings 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 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 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 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 . . .6:30 p.m. AWANA................. 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, September 27,2008 — Page 3 New at Vermontvile Township Library DVDs Leatherheads, School House Rock! Election Collection. Adult fiction Silks by Dick Francis, Bulls Island by Dorothea Benton Frank, Night in Eden by Candice Proctor, Just Desserts by Barbara Bretton, Final New Book List Deposit by Lisa Harris, The Face of Deceit by Ramona Richards, Badge of Honor by Carol Steward, An Unexpected Love by Tracie Peterson, Where the Heart Leads by Kim Vogel Sawyer, The Killing Circle by Andrew Pyper, The Keepsake by Tess Gerritsen, The English Major by Jim Harrison, Confessor by Terry Goodkind, Paul of Dune by Brian Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson, Ride to Hell’s Gate by Ralph Cotton. Adult nonfiction Here if You Need Me by Kate Braestrup, Real Life by Dr. Phil McGraw, The New Self-Sufficient Gardener by John Seymour, Celebrate the Season 2008 by Better Homes and Gardens, Halloween Tricks and Treats by Matthew Mead. Junior fiction Judy Moody and Stink the Holly Joliday by Megan McDonald, Brisingr by Christopher Paolini, Guinness World Records 2009. 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Pictured here are Tuesday evening's readers of Raccoon Tune by author Nancy Shaw: (Front row, from left) Travis Mater, Kayli Hansen, Camden Carpenter, Jared Mater and Noah Hansen, (back row, from left) Mrs. Emily (Emily Mater), Abby Mater, Lauren Haag, and Miss Shauna (Shauna Swantek). Brian and Colleen Thomas, residents of Hastings when hot serving as missionaries to Macedonia, will join with their children, Caleb, Gabriel, Sarah and Samuel at a missions conference tonight at the Nashville Assembly of God. “Everywhere... Everyone ...” is this year’s missions theme for the Assemblies of God Fellowship. The mis­ sions convention at Nashville Assmebly of God, begins tonight Saturday, Sept. 27 at 7 p.m. There will be two services on Sunday, the 28th, as well. Missionaries to Macedon­ ia, Brian and Colleen Thomas, will visit Saturday. They reside (when they are in the States) in the Hastings area. Brian and Colleen have five children ranging from college age to elementary school. They have served God on the mission’s field for more than 15 years. Mike and Marigold Cheshier, missionaries to Kenya will be at the church Sunday, Sept. 28. Mike and Marigold have been in min- 06678209 113 N. Main Nashville 517-852-9700 Jack & Judy 5 Hours: Open 7 Days 6AM-8PM Country Kettle Cafe Hunters by Norman Pearl, Hummingbirds Hovering in Nature by Frankie Stout, Bats Nature’s Night Flyers by Frankie Stout, Hurricane! By Anne Rooney, Flood! by Anita Ganeri, Tsunami! by Anne Rooney, Earthquake! by Anne Rooney, Forest Fire! by Anita Ganeri, Extreme Pets Salamanders by Clare Hibbert, Extreme Pets Snakes by Selina Wood, Extreme Pets Lizards by Deborah Chancellor, The story of Disney by Valerie Bodden, The story of McDonald’s by Sara Gilbert. 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Promptly on the heels of this convention special serv­ ices will be held with the Cheshiers Monday, Sept. 29 through Friday, Oct. 3 at 7 p.m. The public is invited to bring friends, relatives, neighbors, and anyone else. FOR VISION • FOR HEARING • FOR HEALTH aj l“A/UnWKiMrkEEIDvIiKNi r WHAT A TRUNK SHOW IS? COME IN AND ENJOY... EYE & E.N.T. Specialists, PLC For Vision. For Hearing. For Health. “Our Frame Vendor makes available their complete line of fashion wear.You can buy a frame at a discounted price that may never be available in this area. Come in and shop this season’s newest frames and be the first in the area to set a new trend!” SNACKS • REFRESHMENTS DISCOUNTED FRAMES <£ LENSES DRAWINGS FOR LARGER DISCOUNTS 1761 W M-43 Hwy., Hastings (269)945-3888. www.eyeentmds.com �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, September 27, 2008 — Page 4 Farmers markets are Photo contest deadline is Nov. 14 growing nationwide The number of farmers The Eaton Conservation urban neighborhood. markets in the United States • Landscapes — sunsets, continues to grow, reports District is sponsoring a photo contest for amateur photogra- city parks or other impressive the U.S. Department of phers, those who do not take views are appropriate for this Agriculture's Agricultural category. pictures for profit. Marketing Service (AMS), Contestants may submit reaching a total of 4,685 in Participants may enter photos in three different cate-one photo per category, how- August. gories: ever only one prize will be This represents a 6.8 per­ • Trees and Plants — any- awarded per person. The pho­ cent increase since mid­ thing from a field of wild- tos must be taken in Eaton August 2006, when AMS County. flowers to a tree. reported 4,385 farmers mar­ To enter a photo, call or kets nationwide. Since 1994, • Wildlife — for example, deer running through the stop by the district office at when AMS began to track woods or a bird nest in an 551 Courthouse Drive, Suite farmers markets, the number 3, or call 517-543-5848, ext of farmers markets nation­ 5 for an entry form. Entry wide has grown by nearly STATE OF MICHIGAN forms are also available at 3,000. JUDICIAL DISTRICT www.eatoncounty.org/Depart 53RD JUDICIAL CIRCUIT "More and more con­ ments/ECD. ORDER FOR SERVICE BY sumers are discovering the PUBLICATION/POSTING AND Photos must be received at wide array of fresh, locally NOTICE OF ACTION the office by Nov. 14. The grown produce available at CASE NO. 08-002853-CH district will award prizes in farmers markets," said AMS This case is assigned to each category, and the overall Administrator Lloyd Day. Donald J. McLennan Court Address winning photo will be fea­ "Another reason for their 151 East Huron Avenue, tured on the cover of the popularity is food buyers like Rogers City, Ml 49779 annual report. Court Telephone: (989) 734-3288 the opportunity to interact Plaintiff The Heidemann Building, LLC Karl W. Heidemann, Managing Member 136 South First Street Rogers City, Ml 49779 (989) 734-7368 Plaintiff's Attorney Elaine Heidemann P-47913 Attorney at Law 185 West Michigan Avenue Rogers City, Ml 49779 (989) 734-7004 v. Defendant Recreational Food Services, Inc. Denise M. Wells, Registered Agent 313 S. Main Street Vermontville, Ml 49096 TO: Recreational Food Services, Inc., Denise M. Wells, Registered Agent. IT IS ORDERED: The purpose of this action is to remove the cloud of title on the land and premises described below by having the existing mortgage be declared null and void and strick­ en from the records or, in the alternative, by having the existing mortgage discharged in order that title to the property be cleared by judgment of this court and that title to the property be Plaintiff’s in fee simple. 1. You are being sued in this court by the plaintiff. Lots 3 & 4, Block 21 City of Rogers City, Presque Isle County, Michigan. Tax Parcel Numbers: 150-001000-228-00 and 150-001-000229-00. You must file your answer or -take other action per­ mitted by law in this court at the court address above on or before December 15, 2008. If you fail to do so, a default judgment may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint filed in this case. 2. A copy of this order shall be published once each week in Maple Valley News (Eaton County for three consecutive weeks, and proof of publication shall be filed in this court on/before 11/05/2008. Date: Sept. 17, 2008 Judge: Donald J. McLennan 06678322 ORDINANCE, continued from page 1 the open seat on the Putnam District Library Board. The council also heard pub­ lic comments from village res­ idents. Janet Jarman asked when the department ofpublic with the producers." works would pick up the large To find a farm market in rocks she and other volunteers Michigan, consult the 2008 gathered from the grounds of Michigan Farm Market and Putnam Park. Agricultural Tourism direc­ Jim Whelpley asked when tory, available at the engineering report regard­ www.MichiganFarmFun.co ing the ditch in front of his m. house would be finished. Council President Frank Vermontville Township Library announces fall programs The Vermontville Township Library will host the second annual "Fall Fun for Families" program begin­ ning Thursday, Oct. 2, by participating in Jumpstart’s "Read for the Record One Day — One Book" event. The group will join adults and children around the world the break the record for the largest shared reading experience ever. The book chosen for the event is Corduroy by Don Freeman. After sharing the story, activ­ ities relating to the story will be conducted. Programs will be held every Thursday for the entire month. Oct. 9 will feature Fletcher and the Falling Nashville artist displays work in Middleville by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Artist Sylvia Hoeve from Nashville will display her oil paintings, watercolors and pastels at Insoon Felch’s art gallery north of Middleville through Nov. 30. The gallery is located at 6869 N. Whitneyville Road, just south of of Parmalee Parmalee Road Road and and two two miles east of M-37. Gallery hours are from 10 a.m. to 6 Tuesday through p.m., Friday. On Saturday, Oot. 11, Felch will host a reception with free food and drink from 1 to 4 p.m. Hoeve’s work is for sale. with my passion and Felch. prayers,” said Hoeve. Hoeve plans to take a class She paints portraits, fig- in painting on silk from ures, animals, flowers, land- Felch, who learned the tech­ scapes, angels and abstracts. nique in her Korean home­ Many of her oil paintings land. combine different artistic ele“It will be exciting to adapt ments. this technique to my personal Hoeve began drawing as a young child, exploring with ink ink drawings, drawings, watercolors watercolors and and pastels. She studied oil painting with Felch, Sue Trowbridge, Pat Ashley, Craig Bishop and Steve Allen. She currently works independently at her home studio, creating works of her choosing and completing commissions. Several ofher commis- Hoeve’s art is inspired by her faith. She said she sees beauty in God’s creation and tries to express her understanding of that beauty in everything she paints. “My artwork is infused sions have been memorials of deceased loved ones and become pieces that bring comfort to families, she said. ‘She is especially good at capturing the spirit of children on canvas in oils,” said style,” said Hoeve, who shares her Nashville home with husband, Russ. For more information about the art display or the reception, contact Felch at 269-795-8925. End-of-Season SALE! ALL IN-STOCK TREES, SHRUBS, PERENNIALS, . SEB» V BULK MULCH (RED HARDWOOD & NATURAL).. OFF CEDAR LAWN OFF FURNITURE... Dunham told Jarman he would speak to the DPW supervisor about the rocks and told Whelpley he did not know when the engineering study would be completed. Dunham briefly told the council that an internal investi­ gation has begun as the result of a complaint lodged by a cit­ izen against a village employ­ ee. He declined to give details of the allegation until the con­ clusion ofthe investigation. Ttow- <A t4e- 6eat time to- eutd olaeA dint to ifowt, ^vteLuu-l Leaves by Julia Rawlinson. Activities about the events of autumn will be the focus of the program. On Oct. 16, the library will participate in Michigan Reads One State, One Children's Book Program. Michigan Reads is a statewide program highlight­ ing the importance of early childhood literacy by focus­ ing on a picture book by a Michigan author. The book chosen this year is Raccoon Tune by Nancy Shaw. On Oct. 23, as part of the Early Childhood Connections Literacy Event, the library will be visited by Skippyjon Jones. Skippyjon is the star of several stories by Judy Shachner, in which a Siamese kitten dreams of being a Chihuahua, and his imagination runs wild. Parents are encouraged to bring their cameras for a photo with the character. Skippyjon stories and activi­ ties will be shared. Oct. 20, will feature Bats at the Library by Brian Lies. When someone leaves the window open at the library, bats explore the many amusements available in the library. These events, designed for the entire family to share, will begin at 7 p.m. in the library, and will last for approximately 45 minutes. Registration is suggested but not required, to assure enough supplies for every­ one. Contact the library at 517-726-1362 for further information. Fall Clean-Up & Landscaping - FREE Estimates New Fall Hours: Tues.-Fri. 9-5; sat. 9-4 Ewing Carden Center Chiropractic Can Help... 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Michigan State University National College of Chiropractic If you have questions or would like to make an appointment call: 517-852-2070 We are a Blue Cross, Medicare and Medicaid provider Most insurances accepted �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, September 27,2008 — Page 5 jSSSJ ^J s& wW»I i* A A L**“i’Ws, I * * r*hSV * %*%» £l *>L l«fc ?a'WIa(i 'hi WkKk -A‘ift . ’SiQiMis: ®?M»I1 I® |; I A® iii tit rims School seeks volunteers for mock interviews Maple Valley High School business and technology instructor Monique Colizzi is currently seeking volunteers to conduct inter­ views for the fifth annual mock interviews slated for the week ofNov. 10 to 14 for Maple Valley’s advanced Microsoft Office students. Each year, students in the class participate in the mock interview process after an extensive career unit in Colizzi’s class, covering careers in medical, legal, fashion, ministry and admin­ istrative areas. Students apply for jobs they were interested in not just based on a career pathway, but also something they would be qualified for within the next few years. “I am gearing up for the fifth annual mock interviews at Maple Valley High School,” said Colizzi. “This year is even more exciting, because my class size has more than doubled; I have 45 students.” Volunteers will be asked to commit at least three hours in the morning and be responsible for interviewing up to four students during one-on-one half-hour ses­ sions with the high school students who who have researched a particular career. Volunteers will receive all necessary materials, cover letter, resume, job posting, biography card, grade sheet and a list of questions the students will be prepared to ^pasasaic. iBi’litstei M.nJfadfifarMate । *ta wtai wkipiiitfa tas apte tie w rsEJifflesa! tat find a connection between their teen life and what lies ahead of them career-wise, they definitely gain a better understanding after going through this mock interview. “The networking and feedback and constructive criticism they receive from both myself and their inter­ viewer still remains as two of the most invaluable pieces of the unit. They are not only interested in the grade they receive from this, but if they were ‘hired’ or not." Tosha Foreman, who graduated from Maple Valley last year said, “Through this, experience, I figured out what I want do with my life. I have always been interested in fashion and have many skills in that area, but it all became real through actually going through the steps." Anyone who is interested in volunteering is asked to contact Colizzi as soon as possible at Maple Valley High School, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, MI 49096, call 517-852- 9275 or e-mail mcolizzi@mvs.kl2.mi.us. David Eddy from the Michigan State Police interviews Maple Valley High School student Nick Parks during a 2007 mock interview. The school is currently looking for employers to help with the fifth annual mock interview session held for advanced Microsoft students. answer. in terms of real-life experi­ raphy cards and portfolio "Typically, students aren’t “The students really take ence, not only the act of the pieces. accustomed to communicat­ this unit seriously and defi­ actual interview, but more With the direction of their ing and relating real-life nitely have a strong appreci­ importantly, the preparation instructor and a slide show of experiences and skills, and ation for the skills they are time and effort that each stu­ past interviews, former stu­ marketing themselves developing,” said Karen dent completes,” said Sarah dent feedback and many toward a particular career,” Newman of Eaton County Carpenter. sample documents, current said Colizzi. “Although it is Circuit Court, who has par­ Carpenter has participated students began to gain a difficult for some students to ticipated in the event as an in the mock interviews for clearer picture of what was interviewer for the past two the past four years and has expected of them, what they years. “They always start off also hosted workshops for could expect on interview HAIR ' . tanning a little bit nervous, but after the students on resumes, day, and the final prepara­ ’ NAILS ’ they begin, they relax and portfolios, interviewing tips tions needed. seem to enjoy the process. and dressing for success. Common interview ques­ "They are truly respectful 226 N. Main • Nashville This unit began by having tions that were related to and professional,” she added. students complete a multi­ work ethic, past experiences, "The opportunity provided tude of activities including challenges, leadership abili­ Hair Care for the Whole Family to the students of Ms. personality tests, question­ ties and goals were provided Colizzi’s class is invaluable naires, filling out job appli­ to the students who typed out Keep Your Summer Tan! $E00 Tanning Special... ^Joff 1 month unlimited cations and then delved into responses and then had a producing business cards, chance to practice with the Cheryl Pierce, owner/stylist Angie Joppie, stylist • Michelle Snowden, nail tech cover letters, resumes, biog- overall class. Maht Street Saloit 517-852-1757 02698944 SCHOOL BANKING IS j tertM khWiikt tai.rfd^^ BACK IN SESSION! 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Area residents can take the first step toward getting help or can just check their emo­ tional health by attending the free, anonymous screenings offered at the following sites in Hastings on Thursday, Oct. 9: • Pennock ospital Conference Center, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. • Barry-Eaton District Health Department, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. • Barry County Commission on Aging from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Individuals will have the opportunity to complete a written screening test, hear an educational presentation, and talk individually with a mental health professional. Referrals will be provided to those in need. All screenings are free and anonymous. Most people think they know only "a little" or "almost nothing" about the illness of depression, accord­ ing to the National Mental Health Association. They also may suffer from anxiety disorders, which tend to go undiagnosed since physical illnesses mask or distract attention from the underlying or co-occurring psychiatric condition. On National Depression Screening Day, Oct 9, Barry County Community Mental Health Authority will spon­ sor a free program to teach individuals about depression and anxiety. Americans regularly learn their cholesterol numbers and blood pressure, but they rarely consider being tested for depression or anxiety. “This is unfortunate because people spend a con­ siderable time visiting doc- tors and have ample opportu­ medical condition that nity to discuss their moods,” involves feelings of sadness, said Kori Zimmerman of the loss of pleasure in usual Barry County Mental Health activities and hopelessness. Generalized anxiety disor­ Authority. As the American Anxiety der, which involves constant Disorders Association worry over everyday things reports, "Depression and is often accompanied by anxiety go together in the physical complaints such as elderly, as they do in the nausea or sweating and inter­ young, with almost half of feres with daily functioning. those with major depression also meeting the criteria for anxiety and about one-quar­ ter of those with anxiety meeting criteria for major depression.” Depression is not a normal part ofaging. Depression is a Catch Quality Whitetails Television on The Outdoor Channel Times: Sundays, 2:30 pm Mondays, 2:00 pm Fridays, 2:30 am Quality Deer Management Association Managing Today For A Better Tomorrow 'Ihis article is part ofa series ofarticles brought to you by the Eaton Counts Quality Deer Management Association. For information or questions call 800-209-DEER. THE EVOLUTION OF QDM - A MICHIGAN SUCCESS STORY BY CHARLES J. ALSHEIMER If you haven’t noticed, deer management models are changing rapidly across America. Though traditional deer management models of selective doe harvests and unlimited buck harvests are still the norm, more landowners are working hard to produce a better deer management model. No longer are hunters and landowners content with deer herds heavily skewed toward does and yearling bucks. From Maine to Florida to Wisconsin, the trend is shifting toward better deer and better deer hunting. In 1991,1 was a part ofa group oflandowners in western New York who decided to try a relatively new concept of deer management (at least for our area) called quality deer management It took a while to gain the attention of local hunters, but the results have been nothing short of amazing. As a writer, I was able to chronicle our area’s progress and successes. After I started writing about our area’s QDM journey, I began receiving inquiries from other parts ofthe country, asking me to come and share how our group got such a successful QDM program running. A month after 9/11, Michigan’s Thumb Thumb Area Branch of the Quality Deer Management Association brought me to the Great Lake’s State to share with hunters and landowners my deer hunting seminar, which is geared toward all aspects of quality deer management, including how to get a program started. While there, I met a group of landowners who not only had the QDM vision but were putting that into action. Their story is worth sharing. guidelines allowed young, handicapped, older or first-time hunters to take a legal buck of their choice. After the first buck, they were asked to follow the cooperative’s recommended guidelines, which meant a buck had to have a minimum ofeight points and a 15-inch ear-to-ear spread. In addition, button bucks were off-limits. The 1998 hunting season was a bit difficult for some. Though voluntary, the recommended guidelines forced hunters to pass up bucks, something most had never done in their life. Throughout the season, only three bucks were hung on the various camps’ deer poles. However, the cooperative more than made up for the lean buck harvest by killing 35 does, a number unheard of before the group was formed. When the 1998 season had ended, most have the same kind of deer management program here. Our goal early on was to be able to hunt better bucks and bring our doe population down.” In 1995, Frankenmuth dentist Frank Piesko got the ball rolling by approaching one ofhis neighboring landowners, Phil Nichols. His plan was to see if Nichols’ hunting camp would consider letting small bucks walk during the upcoming season. They came to an agreement to put most yearling bucks off limits on their land and a couple of other properties that wanted to participate. That represented 1,080 acres. Unfortunately the agreement began unraveling before it could gain momentum. During the first hunting season after the agreement, one of the camp’s hunters shot a buck that was supposed to be off guidelines. As in the previous two years, the hunters killed 35 does. The Dream Takes Flight Big antlers have a way of getting a hunter’s attention. By the time the third season was in the bag, several landowners bordering the cooperati ve began asking how the cooperative was doing things. With interest increasing, it was decided to have another informational meeting to see ifothers wanted to be part of the group. Group members decided to invite additional landowners within Evergreen Township, with the core area covering eight square miles, or 5,120 acres. The meeting was held at the local town hall, with 35 landowners attending. The gathering generated much discussion, and by the time word had spread from the meeting, more landowners The Eaton County Branch of Quality Deer Management Association would like to help you Jump start your own neighborhood Co-op. Funds are currently available for mailings, flyers, organizational meetings etc. Help make a change in your area! Call for details: Ron Wilson: 517652-9133 Jim (Jamey) StraderH: 517930-2586 Brian Elliston: 517541-0191 Joel Malcuit: 517726-0025 Background Sanilac County is about 100 miles northeast of Detroit, Mich., in some of the most productive farmland in the United States. To Michiganders, this area is known as the Thumb Area. The region’s topography is relatively flat, and the habitat is made up of about 80 percent farmland and 20 percent woods. With abundant cash-crop farms and adequate cover, this rich farm belt teems with whitetail deer. As you might expect, the deer hunting tradition in this part of Michigan runs deep. Until the last decade, the deer harvest in this area fell within the traditional deer management model. In short, the buck harvest was pretty much, “If it’s brown and has antlers, it’s down.” Yearling bucks made up more than 90 percent of the yearly harvest. In addition, does were underharvested throughout the area. Birth of a Dream Ray Hendrick is a carpenter from Cass City, Mich, and one ofa handful ofhunters and landowners who caught the quality deer management vision in the mid-*90s. “I had hunted whitetails all my life,” he said. “I had shot quite a few small bucks and really wanted to raise the bar but wasn’t quite sure how to go about it. “In the early 1990s, some fellow Thumb hunters and I began reading about the QDM movements that were taking place in other parts of the U.S. and believed we could limits. The kill left some with a sour taste in their mouth and jeopardized the agreement Piesko and Nichols had made. The agreement took an even bigger hit in 1997 when several small yearling bucks were harvested. At that point, things began unraveling quickly. Not wanting to see the agreement end, Piesko and Nichols decided to have a meeting. This time, they sought outside help in an attempt to educate their hunters by having a local conservation officer with a background in quality deer management speak. Rather than confine the meeting to just their hunters, they invited a few surrounding landowners to the event By the time the gathering ended, additional landowners came on board, swelling the acreage to 1,280 acres. A Work In Progress From the beginning, everyone involved made it clear the program was voluntary. The within the cooperative believed they had turned the comer, and the future looked bright That was confirmed in 1999. When the 1999 season opened, hunters within the group were excited by what was happening. In addition to the yearling buck sightings, there were many nice 2-l/2-year-old bucks roaming participating properties. In 1999, the co-op killed four bucks and 35 does. The program was about to blossom. Year three of the cooperative, 2000, was a real eye-opener to members and surrounding landowners who were not a part of the group. Now there were 3-1/2-y ear-old bucks roaming the landscape, and the sight of these brutes began getting a lot of attention. Six 2-1/2- and 3-1/2-year-old bucks were killed in Fall 2000 by cooperating members, along with a 9-pointer that didn’t quite hit the recommended in the township wanted to be part of the group’s quality deer management movement, swelling the total acreage to 10,000. The properties owned by the participators varied from 10 to 400 acres. The group officially became known as the Evergreen Deer Management Cooperative. Although the original members were enthusiastic to have new members participating, they wouldn’t know of the newcomer’s commitment until the 2001 hunting season rolled around. Based on the limited amount of shooting during the season and the reported kill, it was obvious the participators were serious about their commitment to Evergreen. Because everything was voluntary, it was difficult to determine the exact deer kill in 2001. However, many fine bucks and more than 100 does were taken. As near as can be Shoot or Don't Shoot? Your What a difference a year makes! Eaton County Branch WWW. miqdma .com 8OO-2O9-DEER determined, the kill was in line with the 2000 harvest but larger because three times as much acreage was involved. Steps to Success To take its deer management program to the next level. Evergreen started taking a deer census in Summer 2001 that determined how many does should be targeted for harvest Though not a science or perfect, it was decided the study would be done once a week for eight weeks each summer, starting in early July. To accomplish that, two to four co-op members cruise township roads the last two hours ofthe day and count the number ofmature does and bucks they see. This lets them get a handle on whether they are higher or lower than the estimated 46 deer per square mile the Michigan DNR says their area has. In turn, they use their census numbers to help plan the doe harvest each year. The group works hard to determine accurate harvest numbers within Evergreen Township. Because the program is voluntary, harvest numbers are not exact but close. It is estimated that about 15 to 20 mature bucks (2-1/2plus-year-olds) and nearly 100 does are killed each year. Keeping the Fire Lit To keep the excitement level high. Evergreen hosts an Antler Round-Up each year at a local church. The event has become a “must attend” for local deer hunters. Evergreen provides free salads, venison brats and nonalcoholic beverages, all donated by local meat processors and grocery stores. To defray costs, the group does 50-50 and muzzleloader raffles. But there is more to the Antler Round-Up than food and giveaways. At each Antler Round Up, there are seminar speakers who provide cutting-edge concepts on food plots, quality deer management and what is going on within Michigan’s deer hunting community. Official measurers from the Commemorative Bucks of Michigan are also present at each round-up to measure racks. It Works! The bottom line is that Evergreen’s dream has become a reality. The proof is in the pudding, as they say. Not only are more landowners in the Thumb area becoming interested in it, but the quality of the deer herd and habitat is increasing. For example, Evergreen’s 2006 census reports revealed a 121 percent increase in the number ofbucks that were 2-1/2 years old or older from 2003 to 2005. That’s pretty impressive for any part ofthe country. Perhaps Evergreen’s success can be summed up best by Hendrick. “What we’ve seen go on here is impressive,” he said. “I always dreamed ofhaving deer hunting like Illinois, Iowa and other places can offer. We now have it, thanks to the hard work of our cooperating members. You know, when this all began, we had a lot of doubters. Well, no more. I see things only getting better because we have so many dedicated landowners and hunters involved in the process. It’s been wonderful to be a part ofit” Often, Americans are embarrassed to broach the issue and their doctors don’t ask. Also, many Americans with physical illnesses such as heart disease, Alzheimer’s or cancer are at greater risk for developing depression. Contact Kori Zimmerman at 269-948-8041 for more information. Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Thursday, October 2 Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Hearty Menu Monday, September 29 Pork and Swiss cheese, potato salad, pineapple and mandarin oranges, wheat bread. Lemon chicken and gravy, stuffing, green beans, Calif, blend vegetables, tropical fruit. Tuesday, September 30 Meatloaf, mashed pota­ toes, chopped spinach, apri­ cots. Wednesday, October 1 Sliced turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy, com O’Brian, carrots, tropical fruit. Thursday, October 2 Tuna noodle casserole, succotash, broccoli and cheese, apple juice. Friday, October 3 BBQ chicken, green peas, apricots, hamburger bun. Cold Menu Monday, September 29 PB&J, pickled beets, man­ darin oranges, English muffin. Tuesday, September 30 Hard boiled eggs, garbanzo bean salad, tropical fruit, whole Wheat crackers. Wednesday, October 1 Macaroni salad with cheese, black bead and tomat ld l to salad, applesauce. Friday, October 3 Pea and peanut salad, tomato salad, diced pears, whole wheat crackers. Activities Calendar Monday, September 29: Hastings - Music with Sam; crafts 10:30 a.m.; Water­ color 1-4 p.m.; Card Making 12:30 p.m. Delton - Birthday Party. H,W,N - Remini­ scence. Tuesday, September 30: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Bible Study 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, 1: October Hastings - Music with Sam; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m.; Nails; Bible Study 12 p.m. Delton - Reminiscence. Thursday, October 2: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with the Lewis’. Nashville - TV Time. Delton Puzzles/ Trivia; Airway Oxygen 11:30 a.m. Friday, October 3: Hastings - Exercise 9 a.m.; Mixed Media Painting 9:30 a.m.; Model Railroad 12 p.m. GREEN LIGHT DRIVING SCHOOL u.c 301 N. Main (M-66), Nashville WWW.GREENUGHTDRIVING.NET 517-852-0000 Segment I $285 Segment II $40 Sept 29-Oct. 23 Oct. 27 - Nov. 13 Oct. 27-29 We partner with parents for SAFE teen drivers!! Duey’s Corner 1st Annual Big Buck Bow Contest October 1st through November 14th 14th. J $100 gift certificate from Duey’s Comer to the winner and a f i XX A! $50 certificate to a drawn winner from entries submitted. No advanced registration or fees required. Contest open to all legally tagged bucks from Eaton or Barry; counties only. AU bucks must be scored at Duey’s Corner within 48 hours of being taken. AU bucks must be field dressed and brought in whole for scoring. 1\vo bucks may be entered but the hunter will only be entered into the end of the season drawing once. Scoring will consist of the widest spread to the nearest eighth inch combined with the number of tines that are at T A least one inch or longer in a combined score. /L d LI* All decisions of the judges are final. Any Questions please call 517-726-0486 Duey*s Corner * Your Hometown Convenience Store WMwar 517-726-0486 2996 N. Ionia at Nashville Hwy. Vermontville Kegs are available New Wine Selection 9C Fountain Drlnl^J , �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, September 27, 2008 — Page 7 Putnam seeking young artists OPEN. 7 DAYS A WEEK 24 HOURS IER EXPRESS NASHVILLE I 133 S.Maln Nashville, Ml 517-852-0868 You’re In, You’re Out... You’re H-me Grocery Store Pricing With Party Store Convenience! SEPT. 28 MON. SEPT. 29 TUE. SEPT. 30 WED. OCT. 1 5 LBS. MICHIGAN WHITE mm. (XT. 2 SAT. (XT. 4 FR1. OCT. 3 3 LBS. MEDIUM POTATOES ONIONS Young Putnam District Library patrons can help their library earn funds for more children’s books by entering artwork, featuring these two cats, in a calendar con­ test. 5 ^Odiat •i® ■ taiMif tS As the Putnam District Library staff works on reorganizing the children's room, they are also looking for ways to bring new books to the shelves. This is why they are seeking the help of Maple Valley's young artists, ages 14 and under. One of the library's book suppliers is holding a contest and is asking young artists to design their 2009 calendar pages. Winners ofthe contest will have their artwork featured in 25,000 calendars and will receive 20 copies for their family and friends. In addition, if a Putnam patron's artwork is featured in the calendar, the library will receive a $500 credit. The library will then use this to buy new books for the children's room. Submissions should show the company's cats "on vacation" anywhere in the world. It must show both of the company's trademark cats: Baker (the gray cat) must always be on the left and Taylor (the brown cat) must always be on the right. The artwork cannot be larger than 8 1/2 by 11 inches and must be in landscape format; however, any type of medium acceptable is (crayons, markers, construction paper, paint, etc.). The back of the artwork should say the artist's name and age and Putnam District Library. All entries are due to the library by noon on Friday, Oct. 3. All artists who enter and follow the contest rules will receive a free DVD rental. For more information, and pictures of the cats Baker and Taylor, log on to www.btol. com and click on the cat calendar link. Help is available at the library 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday and Wednesday and 3 to 8 p.m. Tuesday 3 to 8 if young artists stop by the library, located at 327 N. Main Street, Nashville. For more information call or fax 517-852-9723. takjM | te iTibitalii k is Hij.Octtta .1 fl ta-taliv « fc»ll»H FARMLAND MILD ROLL SAUSAGE SAUSAGE 2/$E00 1 LB. W DEQ encourages alternatives to leaf burning With autumnjust around the comer, the Department of Environmental Quality is encouraging Michigan fami­ lies to explore alternatives to burning leaves this year. Leafburning creates air pol­ lution, contributes to breathing problems, is a serious fire haz­ ard, and is illegal in many Michigan cities and communi­ ties. Burning leaves releases fine particles, carbon monox­ ide, and hydrocarbons into the air that are particularly harmful to children and people with allergies, asthma or heart dis­ ease. Although leaves and yard waste cannot be sent to land­ fills, mulching and composting are simple, environmentally sound ways to manage most yard waste. The easiest option is to simply mow over leaves with a lawnmower to chop them into fine mulch, and when left on a lawn, the mulch provides a number of needed nutrients for the grass that will keep it looking healthy. Many communities also offer municipal composting programs, and residents can contact their waste hauler or the local city, township or county department of public works office to find out whether they collect leaves and yard waste for composting. In rural locations where responsible burning of yard waste is allowed, permits are required to bum leaves and brush. Homeowners Homeowners are reminded to obtain a permit before burning and that they are responsible for damage caused by a fire they start. For more information, log on to www.michigan.gov/deqair and select “open burning infor­ mation” under spotlight or contact the DEQ Environmental Assistance Center at 800-662-9278. SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS Maple Valley Elementary Lunch Menu Monday, Sept 29 Cheeseburger, whole ker­ nel com, peaches, Bug Bite Grahams. Tuesday, Sept 30 MW-Chicken Friends. Fuller-Chic. Nuggets. Biscuit and honey, mashed potatoes, grapes. Wednesday, Oct. 1 Rib sandwich, potato wedge, fruit cocktail, cookie. Thursday, Oct 2 Pizza bagels, tossed salad, pineapple, Choc. Graham Bites. Friday, Oct. 3 Chicken sandwich, fresh broccoli, fruit cocktail, choc, cake. NOTE: Fuller Alternative Entree Choices: Peanut butter and jelly sandwich, honey and peanut butter sandwich. Maplewood Alternate Entree Choices: 6 oz. Yogurt w/string cheese, chef salad, peanut butter and jelly sand­ wich. Maplewood offers a variety of healthy snacks for 50 cents each (cash only: quarters or dollars only). Milk is included with all full meal purchases. Assort­ ed bread choices daily. Breakfast price: $130; Lunch price: $1.90; Adult price: $2.75; milk only: $.45. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Monday, Sept 29 Mini corn dogs. Baked beans, applesauce. Salad bar. Tuesday, Sept 30 Club sandwich. Celery w/p.. butter, peaches. Mexican bar. Wednesday, Oct. 1 Chicken nuggets. Mashed potatoes, pears. Mini bar. Thursday, Oct. 2 Cheesie bread sticks. Spaghettios, pineapple. Pasta bar. Friday, Oct. 3 BBQ Pork Sand. Green beans, banana. Country Chicken bar. 1 LB. PKC. 2% MILK ^GALLON $999 Limit 2 HUNT'S l* fehDuati i» ultaiiitH. tai-IfltHi rl • fta FARMLAND SMOKED JACK'S FROZEN 12" PIZZA 4/$E00 2/$eoo MANWICH 16 OZ. W IGA 1 LB. HUNT'S SPAGHETTI PASTA SAUCE 4/$E00 4/$E00 W IGA STEMS/PIECES 26-26.5 OZ. IGA CHUNK LIGHT MUSHROOMSTUNA 2/$|00 4 0Z.69* Still Available ■ 8 Varieties To Choose From We reserve the right to limited quantities and correct printing errors. None sold to dealers or minors. Some items not always as pictured. Nashville IGA Express Accepts : Mon.-Thur. 6AM-10PM, FriySat. 6AM-Mldnlght; SUP. 9AM-10PM Bridge Cards > WIC �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday. September 27, 2008 — Page 8 CraneFest to be held near Bellevue Thousands of sandhill cranes pass through Baker Sanctuary on their migratory route to Georgia and Florida. Baker Sanctuary, south of Bellevue, was the nation’s first crane sanctuary (Photo by Mike Boyce). The greater sandhill crane is Michigan’s tallest bird, standing up to five feet tall (Photo by Mike Boyce.) Spendable, • Lockouts • Tire Service • Accident Recovery • Long-Haul & Off-Road Nature and art will come together at the 14th annual CraneFest, a sandhill crane and art festival. The festival features hundreds of sandhill cranes returning to Big Marsh Lake in Baker Sanctuary, south of Bellevue, amidst the splendor of autumn color. CraneFest will be held Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 11 and 12, at the Battle Creek Kiwanis Youth Area, adja­ cent to the sanctuary. Hours for the free event are noon to 7 p.m. both days, with the best viewing of the cranes from 5 p.m. until dusk. In addition to the fly-in of cranes, an art show and sale will be held. The work of many Midwest artists will be on display and for sale to the public. Nature Discovery will be attending with its live rep­ tile and amphibian exhibit, and the Michigan Hawking Club will have live raptors on display. Other events will include naturalist-led guided walks, bird seed sales, face painting for kids and displays of vin­ tage farm equipment. Free hayrides will also be offered. Michigan Audubon will have its bookstore on site. A $3 per vehicle parking fee will benefits area children through Kiwanis programs. CraneFest is sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Battle Creek and Michigan Audubon, with assistance from the Binder Park Zoo and Nature Discovery. The event is intended to raise awareness and appreciation of the region’s natural heritage and to support the ongoing educa­ tional and conservation proj­ ects of Michigan Audubon. Baker Sanctuary, Michigan Audubon’s first sanctuary and America’s first crane sanctu­ ary, was established in 1941 and is one of Michigan Audubon’s largest sanctuar­ ies. Every fall it provides refuge as a staging area dur­ ing the migration of the greater sandhill crane. The sandhill crane, Michigan’s tallest bird, stands up to five feet tall with a seven-foot wing span. Cranes are the oldest living bird species, having existed for some 60 million years. For the latest CraneFest information, including maps Proper name: Greater sandhill crane (Grus canadensis). Average size: Height - 4 to 5 feet; wing span - 6 to 7 feet; weight — male 12 pounds, female 9 1/2 pounds. The Greater Sandhill Crane is Michigan's tallest bird. Color: Young - brownish and lacking red forehead. Adult - after summer molt, gray feather and red forehead always present (Note: preening with plants and mud from iron-rich waters causes a reddish brown staining of feathers seen most ofyear.) Similar looking bird: great blue heron. Herons fly with heads tucked back on their shoulders in an “S.” Cranes fly with necks extended and have rapid upward wing beats. Cranes always stand on the ground, never in trees. Voice: Trumpeting “garoo-a-a-a” can be heard a mile or more away, depending on wind. Food: Wide variety ofplants and animals including snails, crayfish, worms, mice, birds, frogs, snakes, insects, acorns, roots, seeds, fruits, occasionally fish, and very fond of waste grains following the harvesting ofcom, wheat, barley, etc. Noteworthy behavior: Dancing. Consists of bowing and jumping into the air. Functions in courtship, sexual synchro­ nization for mating and release of aggressive energy. Population trends: 1931 survey of southern Michigan —17 nesting pairs; 1986-87 survey - 630 nesting pairs in the Lower Peninsula, 175 pairs in the Upper Peninsula, more than 200 pairs in Jackson County, and over 8,000 individuals state wide. Wintering grounds: Southern Georgia and northern Florida. Spring return: Early March, sometimes late February. Age at first nesting: Three years. Nesting site: Sandhills nest typically in edges and sur­ rounding uplands of shallow marshes, often in cattails. Nesting territory: Usually 20 to 200 acres. Nests: Two to three feet in diameter, three to five inches above water level; made of vegetation, cattails are common, pulled from near the nest site. Eggs: Normally two eggs are laid, about 4 by 2 1/2 inches in size (about twice the size of ajumbo chicken egg). Incubation: Begins in early April. Both sexes share incuba­ tion. Incubation period: Approximately 30 days. Hatching time: Typically in early May. Name ofyoung: The chicks are known as colts in recognl-. tion oftheir well-developed legs. They can leave the nest and run within a day ofhatching. First flight: About 10 weeks after hatching. Best season and time to view cranes: September to early November; late October is best. During migration, cranes gather each evening in shallow, secluded marshes called stag­ ing areas. In the early morning, cranes leave their staging areas to feed in nearby fields. In the mid-afternoon (3 to 5 p.m.) the cranes start returning to spend the night in the safety of the marsh. Mornings and early afternoons spent driving roads within five miles ofthe sanctuaries can sometimes be reward­ ed with finding large flocks of cranes feeding in farm fields. Source: www.bakersanctuary.org. and lodging options, visit www.cranefest.org or contact Wendy Tatar at the Michigan Audubon office 517-886­ 9144 or by e-mail at programcoordinator@michiganaudubon.org. For additional information on Michigan Audubon or their Bernard W. Baker Memorial Sanctuary, visit www.michiganaudubon.org. damage-free towing! American agriculture has changed in last century DOBBINS JEFF DOBBIN'S AUTO SERVICE, INC. t Owner, Jeff Dobbin, ASE Master Technician Farming in the U.S. has changed since white men first settled here. A few historical tidbits: 1607 — English colonists in Jamestown, Va., planted grain, potatoes, pumpkins, melons, cotton, oranges and pineapples. 1850 - About 75 to 90 hours of labor were required to produce 100 bushels of com Hansbarge Heating with a walking plow, harrow and hand planting. Yields were about 40 bushels per acre. 1858 — Mason jars, used for home canning, were invent­ ed. 1987 Less than three hours of labor and about one acre of land were required to produce 100 bushels of com, with the fanner using a tractor, COBB WELL DRILLING G REPAIR Conditioning • 7 Day Service • Pumps Installed & Repaired • Service On Submersible Pumps • 2” - 5” Well Drilling and Repair 30 Years Experience I iFFNRPn INSURED Sandhill crane facts Vermontville. Ml COLE HAIXISBARBER owner Estimates Available 517-726-0377 EUSJ? Featuring Ruud Bas Furnaces and Air Conditioners. Full Line of Indoor Air Quality Products • FREE Estimates 356 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville § Richard Cobb David Cobb <P Ml Uc. #1748 five-bottom plow, 25-foot plow, 25-foot tandem disk planter, 25-foot herbicide applicator, 15-foot self-pro­ pelled combine and trucks. 1991 — More farmers use integrated pest management (IPM) techniques, working with nature to lessen the need for crop protectants and other inputs. Source: American Farm Bureau Federation Police bike auction is today These are just a few of the bikes that will be available when the Nashville Police Department hosts a bicycle auction from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, in the lot behind the police station located at 206 N. Main Street, Nashville. Interested parties are asked to come down, view the bicycles and place bids on those they are interested in. At the end of the auction, the bikes will go to the highest bidder. For more information, call the Nashville Police Department 517-852-9866. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, September 27,2008 — Page 9 Call 269-945-9554 for Maple Valley ACTION-Ads <1 Reach over 4,000 area homes !-W For Sale * VK sSSb sS> X J*ik *s >s$ <SS '••si.1**** '••si1**** . S<X *^jH htZ^/^kiki hj**^ Real Estate FOR SALE: 100' of 1" Pex Pipe and 50' of 7" diameter P by 8' insulation for outdoor wood boiler underground BEST supply.. OFFER. (517)852-9913 OPEN HOUSE: SUNDAY 9/28, 2:30-4:30, 320 W. 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Now, local individuals can learn how to read notes, count rhythms and understand chords at the Community Music School in Hastings. "A Crash Course In Music Theory" will improve sightreading and other musical skills and enhance your lis­ tening pleasure. The course will be taught by Teresa Pash, a pianist, composer and accompanist. A graduate of the University of Puget Sound, Pash is a cer­ tified Kindermusik instructor and president of the Battle Creek Area Music Teachers’ Association. The course will continue for six weeks, beginning Thursday, Oct. 16, in 90minute sessions from 7 to 8:30 p.m. The course is open to individuals age 16 or older. Registrants may opt out ofthe first two sessions, focused on beginning concepts, by taking a brief test. Tuition is $77 for six weeks, plus a $10 registration fee. The Community Music Oct. 16 EWING WELL DRILLING INC. 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From left, Anita Henderson, Human Resources Director; Connie Downs, Chief Financial Officer; Jim Wincek, Vice President of Support Services; Carla Wilson-Neil, Chief Operating Officer; Sheryl Lewis Blake, Chief Executive Officer; and Rose Anne Woodliff, Chief Nursing Officer. The Executive Leadership Team at Pennock Hospital Wants to Hear From You! According to Sheryl Lewis Blake, CEO, “Partner is defined as ‘one allied with another. ’ As leaders we wish to listen to our community for ideas and answer questions or concerns. Ourgoal is to provide exceptional quality health care while we grow services and facilities to meet your needs. ” Beginning September 10, members of the Executive Leadership Team will be making themselves available to the public every Monday from 2-4 p.m. and Wednesdays from 9-11 a.m. Their office will be located in the atrium near Patient Registration. No appointment is necessary; just stop in, have a cup of coffee and visit they want to hear from you! WEST MICHIGAN'S Can’t make it in? Share Your Input Online at info@pennockhealth.com Pennock Health Services 1009 W. Green St., Hastings, Ml 49058 (269) 945-3451 www.pennockhealth.com �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, September 27, 2008 — Page 10 Lions end winless KVA regular season, meet Comets Monday Delton Kellogg scored its Maple Valley 3-1.. Both teams were looking firs Kalamazoo Valley Association victory of the for their first win, and it didseason Monday, topping n’t take Delton long to take Maple Valley junior defender Ross Smith chases down a loose ball during Monday’s contest at Delton Kellogg. (Photo by Perry Hardin) control. CJ Anderson put in a header two minutes into the game, off a comer kick by Jimmy Deibert. to put the host Panthers in front Deibert tallied his second assist ofthe contest, on a goal by Dennis Konrad, a minute later. He then scored a goal of his own with ten minutes left in the first half, as he tucked a comer kick past the Maple Valley keeper. Maple Valley’s goal was an own goal by the Panthers, with credit for the score going to the Lions’ Adrian Conde. The two teams battled up and down the field. Maple Valley fired 12 shots at the Delton net, while the Panthers sent . 14 the other way. Christian Stein made six saves in net for. the Lions in the first half, and Ethan Clark five in the second. Delton also used two keep­ ers, with Scott Hoekstra recording five saves in the first half, and Jansen Fluty six in the second. On Wednesday, the Lions suffered a 4-0 loss to Pennfield. “This was a really hard week for us,” said Maple Valley head coach Josh Meersma. “We spend a lot of time on conditioning with the ball and footwork. Going into the week I told my team to Lion senior Josh Fulford (left) attempts to center the ball as from Delton defender Dennis Konrad closes in during Monday night’s KVA contest in Delton. (Photo by Perry Hardin) rely upon the fact that we have worked hard and pre­ pared for everything we could see in a game. To come out of this week without a win is disappointing for our team. I see the frustration in the boys, but they need to settle this on the field. They have the tools, they just need to go out and execute.” The Lions followed that game up by finishing Thursday’s non-conference contest in a 1-1 tie with Leslie. “They deserve a win, but still need to put a complete game together and earn it,” Meersma said. “The bright side is that we have another chance to get redemption in the upcoming KVA tournament.” Maple Valley finished the league season in eighth place, with an 0-7 record. They’ll take on the top seed in the opening round of the league at tournament, Monday, Kalamazoo Christian at 5 p.m. League tournament games will also be played Wednesday and Monday (Oct. 1) at sites around the conference. Pennfield and GalesburgAugusta also meet Monday in an opening round game, the winner of that game will take on the winner of the Maple Valley/Kalamazoo Christian contest Wednesday, while the losers of those two games also meet Wednesday. Lions shut out by one of KVA’s two unbeaten teams and Constantine Kalamazoo Christian set up a battle of unbeatens in the Kalamazoo Valley Association for next Friday night, by scoring big wins last night in the league to improve to 5-0 on the season. Constantine topped Galesburg-Augusta 46-3, while the K-Christian Comets were at Maple Valley scoring a 35-0 victo­ ry over the Lions. Kalamazoo Christian quarterback Jordan DeHaan threw for three touchdowns and Mark Onderlinde ran for two and caught one from DeHaan. The Lions had a tough time holding onto the football, and a tough time moving it when it they could. The Comet defense limited teammate Michael Visser on Maple Valley to just 98 a 25-yard strike less than a yards of total offense and minute later. only five first downs for the Onderlinde added the entire night. Travis Hilton third Comet score of the and Chad Hawkes both quarter, on a five-yard run picked off pass from quar- with 1:58 left before the end terback Kyle Fisher. Comets of the quarter. The duo of caught more Lion passes DeHaan and Onderlinde than Lions did. Fisher was hooked up for a five-yard l-for-5, with his only com- touchdown pitch and catch pletion covering four yards with 1:41 left before the half to Josh Hall. The Lions also lost one fumble, which was picked up by the Comets Josh Buwalda. The league leading Comets jumped on the Lions early, scoring three touchdowns in the first 10:02 of the contest. DeHaan connected with Travis Hilton on a 27-yard scoring pass, and then hit to put their team up 27-0. Onderlinde added a nineyard run late in the third quarter, and DeHaan completed the scoring by running in the two-point try. DeHaan finished the night 6-of-9 throwing the ball, for 101 yards. He was also picked off once, by the Lions’ Trent Courtney. Onderlinde rushed 20 times for 128 yards, and his teammate Hawkes had two carries for 35 yards. Courtney also led the Lion offensive attack, rush-: ing six times for 38 yards. Michael Paisley carried the ball ten times, and managed just 22 yards. Kyle Bums led the Lion defense with six tackles. Maple Valley is now 2-3 on the season. The Lions Hackett visit Catholic Central next Friday. The Fighting Irish are 0-5 on the season after Friday night’s 32-22 loss to Schoolcraft. In other league action Friday night, Pennfield topped Parchment 42-0 and Olivet beat Delton Kellogg 20-6. Lose your weightfor Christmas! Come where it’s great to be a loser and win at the same time! Join a 12 week weight loss challenge for 829.00 and get the coaching and motivation you need to lose. * Registration money paid out in cash prizes to the 4 biggest losers'! * Learn 12 areas ofhealth and nutrition from your personal wellness coach. *This class will give you the accountability and motivation you need to achieve your goal. Bring a friend and get a gift at the end of Hie challenge, bring two friends and get 014.00 back at the end ofthe challenge. Class begins Monday October 6th, 2008 and ends December 22nd. 2008 *Wcigh-in starts at 6:45pm and class starts at 7:00pm It will take place at the Nazarene Church on 301 Fuller St in Nashville Pre-registration is recommended call Christina Yoder at 517-812-8891 We challenge you to reach your goal before 2008 is over and have FUN doing it’ L/f Lion Cheer has 62 girls out this fall A Lil’ Lions Cheerleading Program is underway to introduce Maple Valley area girls to cheerleading. The girls stay after school two days a week for three weeks. There are 62 girls participating this year, in the fourth year of the program. The girls are taught the cheers by the Maple Valley varsity cheerleaders. The group cheered for the first time during the JV football game Sept. 18, and were on the sidelines again Friday night Sept. 26. Participants in the program this fall are Alyssa Carter, Nadean Gutchess, Gloria Guernsey, Casey Hodges, Elizabeth Colyer, Sarah Lowndes, Alexis Stuart, Rebecca Peck, Hailey Bolton, Jordan Collier, McKayla Weiler, Katelyn Cheeseman, Sahvanuh Fletcher, Alexis Garvey, Hailey Dennison, Nicole Shook, McKenna Quinn, Cheyenne Brumm, Jiliann Moore, Cameron Wells, Sydnee Berryhill, Victoria Clark, Aubrey Pintar, Sabrina Grindey, Brooklyn Peters, Joulene Neff, Skyler Miller, Jozlynn Miller, Eliana Heinze, Dakota Dickinson, Jayde Cournaya, Mackenzie O'Toole, Marlee Youngs, Paige Tuller, Shia-Leigh Reece-Jarman, Brenna Simpson, Elise Smith, Grade Fisher, Taryn Medina, Carlee Allen, Chloe Ayers, Molly Walker, Gabrielle Wesner, Alexis Guernsey, Grade Guernsey, Jaydi Briones, Jaden Henke, Mara Pena, Syddona Hammond, Mikayla Brighton, Alexandra Bursley, Elana Burkett, Hannah Hulsebos, Genevive Remsing, Kaylea Hughes, Alyssa Gonser, Jaclyn Groves, Jocelyn Halliwill, Miranda McDaniels, Alexandra Grindey, and Christel Vlick. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, September 27, 2008 — Page 11 Valley cross sees numbers rise and times fall by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Good things can happen when the Lions can get enough girls. For just the second time this season the Maple Valley varsity boys’ and girls’ cross country teams both had enough runners at a single meet to turn in a team score at the end. The Maple Valley girls’ team score was the second best score of the day, and the Lions took home the runnerup trophy from Thursday’s Lakewood Invitational at the Sunny Crest Youth Ranch. Charlotte’s Ashley Hamilton won the girls’ race in 21 minutes 13.7 seconds, but the next ten runners in included four Lake wood Vikings, four Maple Valley Lions, and and two two Delton Kellogg Panthers. Ashley Pifer led the Vikings, in second place with a time of 22:00.2. Maple Valley’s top five girls were in the top g p 16,, led by y Erin Shoemaker’s fifth-place p finish in 23:05. The Lions’ Pantera Rider was seventh in 23:31, Megan Shoemaker eighth in 23:40, Lauren Trumble II th in 23:49, and Kayla Shaw 16th in 24:37. It was the first trophy ofthe season for Maple Valley too. “It was very surprising,” said Lion head coach Robb Rosin. “They’re very pumped up about it. They’re excited. We kind of felt our times were going gong too come down. ow We e ’ve ve started sare performin per ormngg better. We put in a lot of intense work outs in the last week. Now we hope to hit the ground running from here.” Each of the first five Vikings to finish earned medals by placing in the top 15. Alexis Brodbeck was fourth in 23:03. Cassie Thelen sixth in 23:09, Roxanne Powelson ninth iin 23:45, and Carolina Martinez 13th in 24:09. “It’s our first trophy for either team this year,” Lakewood head coach Jim Hassett said. “1 was starting to wonder whether we were going to get one.” The Viking girls finished 13 points ahead of secondplace Maple Valley (34-47). Delton Kellogg was third with 71 points, followed by Hart 89, and Charlotte 102. “From here” for the Lions is Saturday’s (Sept. 27) huge Carson City-Crystal Invitational and then the third Kalamazoo Valley Association jamboree of the season at Constantine on Tuesday. Delton, who the Lions will see Tuesday as the KVA gets together again, was led by Mandy Dye’s third-place time The Maple Valley varsity girls’ cross country team celebrates its runner-up finish at of 22:52. Behind Dye for Thursday’s Lakewood Invitational at the Sunny Crest Youth Ranch. Team members their team, Taylor Hennessey are (from left) Lauren Trumble, Erin Shoemaker, Kayla Shaw, Megan Shoemaker, was tenth in 23:48, Joanna and Pantera Rider. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Hoeberling 14th in 24:11, Maple Valley’s Pantera Rider closes in on the twomile mark at Saturday’s Bob Perry Invitational in Lowell. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Renee McConahay 19th in 25:54, and Lauren Knollenberg 28th in 27:57. On the boys’ side, DeWitt took the championship with 48 points. Delton was second with 59, followed 9b4y Charlotte 81, Lakewood 94, Maple Valley 126, Creston 135, and Hart 157. Lakewood’s Billy Quint took individual honors on the day, finishing in 17:59.9. $ee CROSS. rnaaze 12 r a �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, September 27, 2008 — Page 12 CROSS, continued from page 11 The times weren’t terrific. Quint did run better than in his team’s first race on its new home course, but had been running close to 17:30 lately. Hassett said he planned to check the course length one more time after the meet. Joe Benedict was sixth, to lead Maple Valley, in 18:48. The Lions’ Josh Perkins was 16th in 19:31, Tyler Brumm 27th in 20:28, Zach Mellville 39th in 21:58, and Caleb Chambers 45th in 22:36. “Our guys are also starting to run good times for them too,” Rosin said. “It’s good to actually have a full team, so we can com­ pete.” The Lion boys’ -had just four runners, but the girls had five and ran to a seventh place finish Saturday at the Bob Perry Invitational at Lowell. Forest Hills Eastern and Allendale dominated the Division 2 and Division 3 races on the criss-crossing, hilly course around the grounds of the Lowell High School. Allendale swept the two Division 3 races. The girls’ The Lions’ Kayla Shaw races along Saturday dur­ ing the Bob Perry Invitational at Lowell. (Photo by Brett Bremer) team scored just 29 points, with Devan John taking top honors with a first-place time of 19:06.8. John held off Saranac’s Melinda Palinkas for first, with Palinkas com­ ing in second in 19:26.0. Allendale had runners fin­ ish first, third, sixth, ninth, tenth, 16th, and 17th. Pine River, which had four run­ ners in the top 20, finished second with 70 points, fol­ lowed by NorthPointe Christian 75, Saranac 122, Covenant Christian 125, Freedom Baptist 134, Maple Valley 139, Black River NTS, and Zion Christian NTS. The Lion ladies were led by Erin Shoemaker, who was 22nd in 23:53.9. Trumble finished 24th in 24:01.4, Rider 27th in 24:34.2, Megan Shoemaker 29th in 24:58.0, and Shaw 37th in 26:37.7. Allendale’s boys edged Covenant Christian for the Division 3 championship in their race, 32 to 45. Saranac was third with 53 points, fol­ lowed by NorthPointe Get MORE Done This Fall. Christian 110, Freedom Baptist 125, Pine River 157, Black River NTS, West Michigan Lutheran NTS, Maple Valley NTS, and Zion Christian NTS. Josh Moskalewski of Allendale was the top indi­ vidual, with a time of 17:20.8, and his teammate Alex Shepherd was second in 17:33.3. Maple Valley’s Benedict finished in 19:03, Perkins in 19:49, Mellville in 22:13.3, and Chambers in 23:14. In Division 2, Forest Hills Eastern’s boys and girls both took championships. The top five Hawks on the girls’ side finished in the top 13 indi­ vidually, led by Ellen Junewick who was second in 19 minutes 40.6 seconds. Zeeland West’s Radnele Schulist was the individual champ in 19:38.7. The FHE boys took the Division 2 championship with its first five runners fin­ ishing in the top 11. The firs two runners to finish the race were the Hawks’ Garrett Cullen (16:57.5) and Chad Scott (17:01.8). Their team finished with just 29 points. South Christian, was sec­ ond, one of the Hawks con­ ference rivals from the O-K Gold, with 65 points, fol­ lowed by Alma 83, Forest Hills Northern 111, Holland Christian 128, Zeeland West 150, Lakewood 160, Zeeland East 194, Hamilton NTS, Wyoming Park NTS. Zeeland West’s Chris Schulist was the first runner not from FHE to finish, plac­ ing third in 17:16.6. FHE took the girls’ Division 2 championship The Lion’s Zach Mellville runs along, a few strides ahead of teammate Caleb Chambers (205), during Saturday’s Bob Perry Invitational at Lowell High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) with 34 points. Hamilton was second with 77, fol­ lowed by Forest Hills Northern 122, Holland Christian 128, South Christian 131, Zeeland West 148, Lakewood 174, Zeeland East 183, Alma 189, and Wyoming Park NTS. Ionia’s boys and Grandville’s girls' earned championships in the Division 1 races to start the day. Ionia’s Kyle Slaughter had the top boys’ time of the day, finishing in 16:40.1.% 'Summer's over, but the work continues. For your fall projects, count on Fillmore Equipment Kalamo church to celebrate 140th anniversary to have the John Deere you need to cut your autumn tasks down to size. 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Anyone with special memo­ ries ofKalamo UMC is encour­ aged to share them. On Saturday, Oct. 18, at 6 p.m., Jim Haywood, Confederate Civil War re-enac­ tor will tell Civil War ghost sto­ ries. Following the entertain­ ment, sloppy joes, baked beans and chips will be served. Games will be provided for the younger children while older kids enjoy a guided tour ofthe graveyard. On Sunday, Oct 19, Pastor Mark Thompson will conduct the worship services. A former pastor of Kalamo UMC, Thompson will have time to catch up with folks. Special treats will be enjoyed between the two services. Sunday, Oct. 26, will be the annual homecoming celebra­ tion. The Nashville Five Plus will perform favorite old hymns. A baked potato dinner will be served. The community is invited to join in these celebrations. The church is located at 1475 S. Ionia Road, Vermontville. For more information, call the church at 517-541-1144. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: Spikers win one of four in Battle Creek The Maple Valley varsity volleyball team went 1 -3-1 in its appearance at the Battle Creek Central Tournament last Saturday. The Lions’ lone victory was a 2-1 win over Eaton Rapids. They won by the scores of 16-25, 25-18, 15­ 10. Maple Valley’s tie was against Everett, 18-25,25-13. In their other two matches, the Lions fell 25-15, 25-20 to Hastings and 25-5, 25-10 to Athens. The Lions host Kalamazoo Christian this Wednesday night for a KVA dual, then next Saturday will be in Battle Creek again at the Harper Creek tournament. 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. 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 die hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 06663312 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/822/MapleValleyNews_2008-10-04.pdf e17cc1842050394eff1980135e1ff60b PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 227 EAST STATE ST HASTINGS Mi 49058 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 136-No. 40, October 4, 2008 Group takes a close-up look at the river Areas below and above the dam deemed ‘pristine’ by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Friday, representatives from the Nashville dam committee, the state Department of Natural Resources, Department of Environmental Quality, United States Fish and Wildlife Service. Michigan Department of Transportation. Barry Conservation District and the Thornapple Watershed Association spent five hours floating down the Thomapple River to see for themselves the ecosystem above and below the Nashville dam, which may be removed as early fall 2009. “It was awesome,” said Chris Freiberger, a supervisor with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission program in the DNR fisheries division, who spearheaded both the float and the movement to remove the dam. "With the exception of Dan Rockafellow (with the DEQ water bureau) we had everybody there that will be dealing with the dam project from a regulatory standpoint. The float gave them an opportunity to see the river and the impoundment first hand, to talk about conceptual ideas and the potential timeline for removing the dam.” “I thought it was a really good preliminary meeting. This was a great chance for everyone involved in the project to meet and get a sense of what the river system is like now and to visualize how it may look after the dam is removed,” said DEQ land and water and division environmental quality analyst Derek Haroldson. “I had never been on that stretch of the river before, and it was interesting to see the obvious changes as we proceeded. I was impressed with how much wetlands and flood plain forest there is upstream from the dam, how undeveloped it is, and the character of the river.” Participating in the float were Freiberger, Haroldson, Mike and Karen Snyder, members of the Nashville dam committee, MDOT Drainage Engineer Coreen Strzalka; Paul Wessel, DEQ dam safety engineer; Rick Westerhoff from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) fish passage division, Jim Hazelman, USFWS private lands division; Thornapple Watershed Association President Dana Strouse; Barry Conservation District Director Joanne Barnard, DNR fisheries biologists Scott and Sharon Hanshue. In In March, Freiburger, accompanied by Barnard, Strouse, Hanshue, Haroldson and Wessel, first approached the Nashville Village Council about removing the dam. During a public hearing, Freiburger offered to donate his time and expertise should the village decide to proceed with removal of the dam. He volunteered to help the village find grants, do the survey, get permits and do everything as economically as possible. In August, the council took its first step toward removing the dam when it approved a motion accepting a $200,000 Participants in the float take a closer look at the Nashville dam. (Photo by Dana Strouse). inland fisheries grant from the spans the Thomapple River Thornapple River at the Michigan Department of just west of the M-66 bridge Mason Road bridge behind Natural Resources (MDNR) in Nashville. to remove the dam which The group put in the See RIVER FLOAT, page 4 Council hears report from Vermontville Commerce of Business by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The Vermontville Village Council heard a report from Ken Miller, a representative from the newly established Vermontville Commerce of Business, which grew out of a committee begun by the council earlier this year. “Either I or another mem­ ber of the group will come before the council each month and give a report about what we are doing; the ideas we have to bring in or improve local business,” said Miller. “Each month, we get together and talk about events that we want to spon­ sor, like Summerfest, which we are planning to do again in 2009. We’re also looking at doing a bluegrass festival and chili cook-off in September 2009.” Miller said that in plan­ ning evepts such as those Summerfest or a bluegrass festival and chili cook-off, the group is making a con­ scious effort to make sure that all vendors are local. “We don’t want someone pulling in from out of state with a big shiny trailer sell­ ing elephant ears,” he said. “We want to get local groups like the FFA, Lions, church groups, Scouts and other organizations selling hot dogs or whatever. We want to keep it local. “We’re also working with the high school leadership classes, trying to get them involved fundraising oppor­ tunities,” he added. “Right now, the Spanish club is sell­ ing salsa through some of our shops; we have signs in COUNCIL, continued page 2 In This Issue. 2008 Maple Valley Homecoming Court candidates announced Maple Valley High School has announced candidates for its 2008 Homecoming Court. Pictured are (front row, from left) queen candidates Sara Pena, Stacey Fassett and Kayla Chapman; princess candidates Stephanie Courtney, Cassie Wessner and Jenna Whitaker; (back) king candidates John Knox, Nick Parks and John Currier; prince candidates Brandon Cosgrove, Cody Leinhart, and Austin Tobias (Photo by Adam Zank). • Maple Early 4’s holds visiting day • ‘Dining with Diabetes’ program offered in county • Return to the Thornapple River prompts memories, lessons • Lions score 2nd win, as Brown scores hat-trick �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday October 4, 2008 — Page 2 Sunfield Civil War series to focus on engineers, mechanics The Lansing-Sunfield camp of the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War will be offering the next in their series of free Civil War history seminars at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 21, at the Sunfield Community Room, 166 Main St, Sunfield. The community room is located just east of the fire depart­ ment The topic of the presenta­ tion will cover the role of the Michigan engineers and mechanics in the Civil War. The presenter will be Mark Hoffman, who is currently deputy director for Michigan Department of History, Arts and Libraries. He earned a bachelor of arts degree from Michigan State University. Hoffman is the author of Afy Brave Mechanics: The Michigan Engineers and Their Civil War. The book is the culmination ofmore than 20 years of research on the subject and draws heavily on soldier’s letters, diaries and other wartime primary sources. The Michigan Engineers served in the Western Theater during the Civil War and played a critical role in the Union victory. My Brave Mechanics covers their serv­ ice in depth, including key roles in transportation, com­ munications and fortifica­ tions. Hoffman also chroni­ cles the struggle between regular Army and volunteer engineers, as well as how the Michigan engineers held their own when engaged as infantry. “As volunteer engineers for the Union Army, the 1st Engineers and Mechanics regiment was made up of skilled artisans, craftsmen, railroad men and engineers, whose behind-the-scenes work was crucial to the Union victory. Charged with maintaining the Union sup­ ply line, the engineers con­ structed a staggering number of bridges, blockhouses, for­ tifications, railroads and tele­ graph lines to keep the Union Army functioning in the aftermath of battle,” wrote Hoffman in the book. My Brave Mechanics traces the history of this lit­ tle-known unit, revealing their substantial engineering accomplishments as well as their combat experience. Although they were charged primarily with engineering work, the regiment also saw substantial combat and its members were frequently targets of confederate guerrillas and bushwhackers.” Directions and maps to the meeting location can be obtained by visiting the Curtenius Guard, Camp 17. Sons ofUnion Veterans Web site at www.suvcw.org /mi/017/017home.htm and clicking on the ‘announce­ ment’ link. The council also heard committee reports. The streets, drains and sidewalk committee reported that a warning about the step has been stenciled outside the door to the American Legion Hall. Council President Doug Kelsey reported on behalf of the grant commit­ tee that the report on endan­ gered species in the down­ town area is out of date and needs to be redone. The budget committee has a rough draft of the budget for the 2009 fiscal year, but some adjustments are needed and they are waiting to see what the actual cost of living allowance will be. The Department of Public Works reported that a new swingset has been installed in the park located in the vil­ lage square, and fire hydrants will be flushed Tuesday through Thursday, Mark Hoffman, the author of My Brave Mechanics: The Michigan Engineers and Their Civil War will speak in-Sunfield 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 21, at the Sunfield Community Room. COUNCIL, continued from page 1 our windows.” “That’s great because it’s also getting kids connected to the community,” said council Trustee Abe French. Miller said the commerce is also working on develop­ ing a brochure with informa­ tion about and map to busi­ nesses in the Vermontville area. They are also working on creating a Welcome Wagon-type program that would provide information about local businesses and possibly small gift baskets for new residents. “Right now, we’re focus­ ing on getting more busi­ nesses interested and involved in what we are doing and get them to come to our meetings,” said Miller. The Vermontville Commerce of Business meets at 7 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month at the Vermontville Opera House unless otherwise noted. “We’re not about making money. We’re about bring­ ing people — outside people — into our community and bringing the community together.” “I want to commend you for your leadership. It’s because of people like you that things are actually hap­ pening,” French told Miller. Trustee Mark Jorgensen told Miller that the council is willing to help the com­ merce. “Whatever you need, just let us know,” he said. “Thank you. There has been a lot of positive Q)iatia’s ^(ace The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS ,-i Open Tuesday — Friday S.E. Corner ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 ,0—»lg7 response to what we are try­ ing to do,” said Miller. In other business, the council approved a motion to accept the two-year MetroAct permit extension from AT&T that allows the utility access maintain their equip­ ment to the public right-ofway. The council also approved a resolution to replace the streetlight at the comer of Third and Spring streets. Vermontville church provides Pioneer Club for children The First Congregational Church in Vermontville will hold a Pioneer Club for chil­ dren in grades third to sixth from 5:30 to 7:15 p.m. every Wednesday throughout the school year. The program is free and open to all children. The program starts with supper at 5:30, then six adult staffmembers will lead music and club meetings until 7:15 p.m. In the club meetings, children will learn Bible sto­ ries and Scripture and take activities, games and work on various Pioneer Clubs, first formed badges available to each club..in 1939, are in all 50 states. “Pioneer Club Club is is a This is the second year of the Christian club that helps program in Vermontville. today's youths learn to enter “We are active in serving into a personal relationship our community this year,” with Christ and to know His said Willis. We have at least Word and to have Christ in four activities coming up this every aspect of life” said vol- fall.” unteer Ruthie Willis. The group will rake leaves The goals of pioneer club for two families, collect food are to teach cooperation, for baskets given out at develop healthy friendships Thanksgiving time, visit an and find a loving personal adult foster care home, and Savior. There are many present a Christmas Eve pro­ badges earned each year also. gram for the church and com- 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..... 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. 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 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG Wed. 5:30 p.m Family Supper 6:00-7:15............................. Pioneer Club Sun: 9:00..................................... Sunday 10: 00............................................. Church 11: 00 Fellowship 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 PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST 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. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. . PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 Oct. 21, 22 and 23. The council set 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 31, as the official hours for trick or treating in the village of Vermontville and the annual “Trunk or Treat” celebration. Eastside, C Drive and the village parking lot will be closed during those hours to ensure the safety of children and participants. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Services 9:00 & 10:30 am. Sunday School for All Ages .. .10:30 am. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road ool (1/2 mile East ofM-66. vice 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................... 8:30 a.m Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST .. CHURCH . PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School; 9:30 am. Adult Sunday School 1030 am. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday Worship Service ............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................. 11:15 a.m. PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 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 Sunday Mass....................... 9:45 a.m. FATHER AL RUSSELL A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings M-79 West Sunday Schoo Worship............ 10 a.m. 11 am. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH . . 2415 McCann Road NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School.............................. 9:45 A.M. Service...................................... 11 P.M. Service........................................ 7 Wed. Service ............................ 7 p.m. munity . , “We have an open enroll­ ment in our club as in all of other planned activities,” said Willis, encouraging children to join. The congregation provides a children's church from 10 to 11 a.m. on Sunday mornings. “Our newest and fastest growing activity is our Pilgrim Fellowship gathering for youths on Sunday nights with a Christian band and worship with Pastor Young,” added Willis. 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 VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School.................... 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ..................... 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service ....... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service .. .6:30 p.m, AWANA................. 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, October 4, 2008 — Page 3 Maple Early 4s holds visiting day Maple Valley’s Early 4s students enrolled in the 2008-09 class recently par­ ticipated in a visiting day that was designed for stu­ dents to explore their new classroom and meet new friends. Parents were invited to attend the event with their children. Early 4s will began its new year Monday, Sept. 29. “We are looking forward to a wonderful year,” said Early 4s teacher Shannon Powers, who added that the program is looking for dona­ tions. The following is a list of items the program needs: Halloween costumes that are kid-friendly and fit Kyleigh Scott (left) and Caddin Carey have fun with play dough. Mollie Hoover explores that doll house. fc • ISaEEifc i Ijm ® bntaispk :s iStaniriMt 113 N. Main Nashville 517-852-9700 Haley Cross (left) and Rian Rumsey make pictures at the art table during Early 4s visiting day. Hours: Open 7 Days 6AM-8PM Maplewood Elementary students of the month llmtoniB k Dipsalia itc gn a® in [ i FsfS’^sfe' Every month, the teachers and staff of Maplewood Elementary School in Vermontville select one stu- a njiftsatteio! r- wiiitafc j- ^Wft NWlOO I preschoolers, Tonka trucks, hats); dental hygiene (white stuffed animals (quail, yak doctor coats or large white, and weasel), silk scarves or men’s button-down shirts); bandanas for music, clothes under the sea (water flippers, with zippers, and plastic/pre- snorkels, goggles); circus tend food. (clown costume, hulaEarly 4s also needs the hoops); farm (farm set with following items for upcom­ farm animals and small ing themes: Safety (garden bam); spring (silk flowers or hoses or vacuum hoses); pets pretend flowers). 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DEQ. and USFWS discussed some concepts about what could be done with the area after the dam was removed, Freiberger noted that no decisions could or would be made until the required environmental sur­ veys were completed. “The dam and the area behind it is wider than the natural river, and they were discussing ways to make it narrower if they need to — maybe filling in the sides like they did in Dimondale,” said Barnard. “They also talked about how the amount of wildfowl will increase once the dam is removed.” “We talked about sedi­ ment in the mill pond and how to release it slowly, in a natural way, by possibly fill­ ing in the wetland adjacent to the river with wetland soil to create a channel that would allow sediment to move downstream and allow natu- with how pristine the area is, despite the impoundment. We went quite a long way with very few signs of hous­ es and civilization. It was like a wilderness, like travel­ ing back in time, and there was a lot of waterfowl, but yet you could stop in Nashville and get something to eat if you wanted.” Just before reaching the dam, the flotilla stopped beneath the bridge on M-66 where Strzalka told the group about the bridge. It was originally constructed during the 1930s with spread, or shallow, footings. However, the bridge was rehabilitated in 1999-2000 with H-piles, or deep foot­ ings, which extend 11 meters below the original footings. Strzalka also noted that MDOT had already conduct­ ed scour and hydrological surveys. “Of course, we’ll pay attention as the project pro­ ceeds, but we don’t have any concerns at this point,” she said. Later, after portaging design work this winter, use the mil 1 race to start dewater­ ing the impoundment slowly during the summer months and then do the actual removal in the fall,” he said. “It will take a good chunk of a year to do this, but we have two channels to handle the water flow and get it low enough to put in grade con­ trol.” Freiberger noted that in his reports, Wessel has said the dam was made ofthree to four inches of concrete poured over boulders and rocks. He added that the boulders and rocks could help reduce the price of the project since they could be used to construct the grade and weirs. “It looks like everything is right on track, said Haroldson, who along with other members of the DEQ will be responsible for grant­ ing permits to allow removal of the dam. Westerhoff, who works at the USFWS Service Green Bay National Fish and Wildlife Conservation office Representatives from MDOT, DNR, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the DEQ join the Nashville dam committee start their float from the Mason Road bridge. (Photo by Julie Fox). ra) vegetation to reestablish itself at a higher grade,” said Haroldson. “We talked about how to minimize and miti­ gate any impact the dam removal would have to balance environmental impact with public benefit” “The river is a great resource for the people of Nashville,” said Barnard. “There is a lot ofopportunity ahead to increase its use for recreation. I was impressed around and looking over the dam, different groups dis­ cussed how the mill race could be used to draw down the water level before the dam is removed and how heavy machinery could be brought into the stream to remove the dam and con­ struct the weirs. Freiberger gave the group a potential timeline for the project. “We’d like to start the sur­ vey work this fall, do the Vermontville Annual Senior Citizens Night Monday, October 20th • 6:00 p.m. • ...fltf/ie Congregational Church in Vermontville Vermontville Area Residents Only Please FREE MEAL - Serving Swiss Steak and all the trimmings FREE ENTERTAINMENT! Sponsored by Vermontville Lions Club Ph. 517-726-0286 Please Make Your Reservations by Oct 17 located in Elmira and received a proposal from Freiberger earlier this year requesting funds for the removal of the dam, said his organization would be mak­ ing a determination in the late spring or early summer of 2009. Responsible for the USFWS National Fish Passage Program for the Eastern Basin of Lake Michigan from the Lower Peninsula to Indiana, Westerhoffs program funds the removal of fish passage barriers such as dams (large and small), perched or failed culverts, and funds engineer- Participants in the Thornapple River float pose for a group photo at the end of the trip. Pictured are (front row, from left) Dana Strouse, Thomapple Watershed Association; Chris Freiberger, DNR; Sharon Hanshue, DNR fisheries division; Karen Snyder, Nashville dam committee; Derek Haroldson, DEQ; (back) Sandra Ponsetto, J-Ad Graphics; Paul Wessel, DEQ; Scott Hanshue, DNR; Rick Westerhoff, USFWS; Jim Hazelman, USFWS; Mike Snyder, Nashville dam committee; Joanne Barnard, Barry Conservation District; Coreen Strzalka, MDOT. (Photo by Rick Snyder). ing and feasibility studies and monitoring and evalua­ tion associated with removal of dams or culverts. Proposals selected for fund­ ing will be announced late spring or early summer of 2009. Last year Region 3 (the eight Great Lakes states) received 53 proposals, 30 from Michigan. “Our partners in the state of Michigan do a great job identifying projects and put­ ting together proposals,” said Westerhoff. “If we can come in and help provide funds to remove a dam or failed cul­ vert for the benefit of fish and other aquatic organisms, we are more than happy to do so.” In a later interview, Freiberger said that no one on the river trip reported any real problems with the proj­ ect and were “very supportive of the concept,” of the project. “Coreen'said that MDOT had already conducted a sur­ vey and hydrological model­ ing and said that bridge scour would not be an issue. That the actual survey has already been done will mean a sub­ stantial cost savings for the project. “Rick Westerhoff and Jim Hazelman were pretty excit­ ed, and it was nice to have people who are going to be involved to come out and see the site,” he added. Freiberger said he was particularly happy that the Snyders came along and acted as guides on the trip. “Mike has said that when we held our first public hear­ ing, he was one of the biggest nay-sayers,” said Lakewood Habitat for Humanity Swiss Steak Dinner Zion Lutheran Church (314 ofa mile south of Lakewood High School at 6261 Velte Road, Woodland) Saturday, October 11 , 4*30-7:00 p.m. Featuring delicious homemade pie. A free will offering will be received. Thrivent Financial for Lutherans will contribute $1 for every $2 contributed up to $1,600. Freiberger. “But, he listened But, when we started doing to folks from the agencies, research, we realized the did a lot of research on the effect that it is having on the Internet and said that every­ river. The swans even thing he heard points to this though we love them — are being a great project, and he an invasive species that don’t has put his trust in the agen­ belong here. But, even if the cies to do their best. He now dam is removed, there is still supports the project whole­ a chance that there will be heartedly. It’s typical of places for them to nest. The projects that I’ve worked on more we researched, the that our strongest opponents more this started to seem like can become our strongest a good thing. What I used to supporters. I think it is see as a negative, I now see admirable that he and Karen as a positive.” took the time to do the “I think we’ll see more research and educate them­ canoeing and kayaking, selves.” something that will attract Karen agrees that she and people to the river and our Mike now believe that community. Especially if we removing the dam is in the look at improving access by best interest of the environ­ the old scout building or ment and the community. Riverside Park,” said “I had a really good feel­ Snyder. “Since our econo­ ing after the trip,” she said. my has taken a downturn, a “These people are not going lot of people are staying to just ‘pull the plug,’ and be closer to home, and kayaking gone. I hope we can get that and canoeing doesn’t cost information out soon that much and it’s a nice because I think once people thing for families.” see and hear how things are “I think they are great going to be done and what’s community stewards,” said really going to happen, I Barnard of the Snyders, think they will be much more “Everyone on the trip positive about removing the seemed willing to work dam. together for the same reason “Mike and I both started — they all see the river as a out very much against the great natural resource.” dam, then we were on the “It’s a total testa­ fence, then we did a lot of ment to Chris that he is able research online,” she contin­ to bring so many people ued, “I grew up in Nashville together to see what a great and have always looked at opportunity this can be,” said the dam as an icon of Haroldson. Nashville. 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Mix, age 76, of Charlotte formerly of Nashville, passed away Tuesday, September 30, 2008 at Hayes Green Beech Hospital in Charlotte. He was married to Eslie Curtis in 1967. The couple lived in the Ypsilanti area during their marriage which ended in divorce in 1972. Roy was bom in Vermontville on August 5, 1932, the son ofthe late Lee Le and Helen (McRoie) Lenic. He was raised in the Vermontville area and attended local schools gradu­ ating from Vermontville High School in 1951. Roy served in the U.S. Army as a private in the Korean Conflict where he was decorated with the Wharange Distinguished Military Service Medal, Parachute Badge, Combat Infantry Badge, Korean Service Ribbon, United Nations Service Medal, National Defense service Medal, and the Silver Star. Roy worked as a maintenance supervisor for the U.S. Postal Service where he began working in 1974 and retired in 1997 at the age of 65. He enjoyed reading reli­ gious and health oriented * books and being around air­ planes. Roy is survived by a step daughter, JoAnn Dempsey; a step son, Bart (Karen) Dempsey; a sister, Ferona (Jim) Wiser; and seven grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren; He was preceded in death by his sister, Nancy Russell and granddaughter Andrea Dempsey. Funeral services were held at Fort Custer National Cemetery on Friday, October 3. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Bo Bo Allen Stafford was bom September 15,2008 and joined his Lord on September 17, 2008. He will always be loved and remembered by his father Jonathon Stafford, mother Jamie Stafford and brothers Kadyn and Luke (Bo's twin). He was also surrounded by love from his uncles Jeff Jones, Josh Stafford, his cousin Jalon Jones; grand­ parents Doug and Teresa Jones, Kenny and Tammy Meade and Ron and Nelly Stafford, and great grand­ parents Stan and Mary Trumble, Harry and Ruth Jones, Bruce and Linda Brandt, Skip and Carol Terburg, Ken and Sharron Meade, Paul and Jerry Stafford, and Karen Matuschka. Great great --- grandma Wilma Running. Our precious, precious baby so very sweet and small. You were hardly here any time at all. You must know this is the hardest thing, we will ever do. Accept our farewell, and say "good-bye" to you. Please know my darling angel, you are not alone for it was God who asked us, to send you home. You are free to go, with all our love and care. And someday, someday, we will join you there. Forever and always. The family received Visi­ tors at the funeral home on Tuesday, September 23, 2008, from 6-7 pm with Bo's funeral service at 7pm. 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This “I have lived in Hastings for over two years, less than a deposit is given back to the mile from the Thomapple River, yet Friday was the first time borrower when the DVD is returned to the circulation I had ever ventured to give it more than a passing glance. desk. The library’s VHS Will I ever go back again? tapes are still available free You bet. I have a lot to learn.” of charge to library patrons. The above quote was the conclusion of my first column, They can be checked out for which appeared in the Hastings Banner June 27, 1991. It one week. “Our DVD collection con­ chronicled my first canoe trip down the Thornapple River. tinues to be self-supporting,” You might call me a slow learner; it took me 17 years to said library director Shauna return to the river. Swantek. “Each time a But, if there’s one thing I’ve learned in the intervening patron rents a DVD, they are years, it’s that life has a funny way of looping back on itself investing in the future of the and bringing us back to where we began. The first time I was on the Thomapple, I was one of five people taking part in the second day of the Thomapple River Expedition, a trip designed to increase public awareness of the river’s environmental condition, identify potential pollu­ tion sites and highlight the river’s value as a natural and recre­ ational resource. My leg of that expedition began at Barry’s Resort on the shores ofThomapple Lake and concluded at URent-Em Canoe livery in Hastings, owned by Mike Hawthorne. Last Friday, I couldn’t suppress a slight feeling of irony that while my last trip ended with U-Rent-Em, this one began with Jim and Julie Fox, Hawthorne’s daughter and son-in­ law, providing the latest expedition with rent-free canoes and transportation to and from the river. On this latest trip, I was one of 13 people taking part in a float arranged by DNR fisheries biologist and FERC supervi­ sor Chris .Freiberger, who is spearheading a drive to remove the dam in Nashville and return the Thomapple to a freeflowing stream. The goal ofthis expedition was to give every­ one involved in the dam project an opportunity to meet each by Kim Kramer other and to see first-hand the dam and the area of the What do you keep in your Thomapple River that will be impacted by its removal. On the family’s saving account? trip were representatives from the DNR, DEQ, U.S. Fish and What do you feel comfort­ Wildlife Service, MDOT, the Thornapple Watershed able with? The school is Association and the Barry Conservation District. Nashville faced with this same ques­ residents and dam committee members Mike and Karen tion. How much should the district keep in its fund equi­ Snyder, who own a home on the river, served as our guides. Friday, we put in at the Mason Road bridge on the east side ty, or savings account? This of Nashville, portaged around the dam in downtown question will be discussed by Nashville and ended at Rick Snyder’s home on Greggs the board of education at the Crossing Road west of the village. Like my first trip on the end of the next business meeting, which is scheduled Thomapple, a journey that would have taken five to 10 min­ for Monday, Oct. 13. The utes in a car ion paved roads took five hours in canoes on the board would like to hear your river — but it was five hours well spent. opinion. During our journey, the cool, slightly misty morning Every organization is fac­ atmosphere gave way to clear, brilliant blue, cloudless skies ing tough economic times. reflected in the water and disturbed only by our paddles and The school system is no gold and scarlet leaves showering down from the canopy of exception. The economy, ris­ trees that arched over long stretches of the river. ing costs, and the drop in Miles of the Thomapple River above and below the enrollment have left the dis­ Nashville dam retain a natural, almost pristine, state. Even in trict $437,000 in the red. The the middle of the millpond, with the M-66 bridge in sight, district has cut more than $2 there was a splendid sense of isolation. As I noted 17 years million out of its budget in earlier, even though we were only a few miles from civiliza­ the past three years. For the tion, we could have been a hundred miles or a hundred years most part, these cuts have had little effect on classroom away, on another river or in another time. During the trip, the experts from the various agencies dis­ instruction, and most of the activities cussed when and how the dam could be removed, what could extracurricular be done to prevent or mitigate any potential negative impact have been saved. At the same on the ecosystem and the community before, during and after time, the board has spent down its savings from 35 the stream restoration process. percent to 18 percent in order As we floated and I took mental notes for the story I would to soften the negative effects write this week, my mind kept wandering back to my first trip on students and programs. down the river. Back then, I remember noticing a huge strip We can’t keep doing this and of the riverbank near a car dealership in Hastings had been maintain programs for stu­ stripped of its natural vegetation, leaving only tom limbs and dents. naked stumps, glaring obscenely in the heat of the summer The difficulty for any sun. service organization is what Fortunately, things have changed since that first trip. to cut and who will it affect. Earlier this year the Hastings City Council adopted an ordi­ No one wants to propose nance “to provide for the preservation of natural areas adja- cuts, including the board. cent to the Thomapple River within the City of Hastings.” Everyone will have their own The ordinance states that all new construction in the protect­ opinion on what to cut. Some ed zone will include and a natural vegetation strip 50 feet say athletics, some say wide, except in some districts, where the vegetation zone will bussing, some say adminis­ tration, and some say bene­ Continued page 8 fits, etc. Return to the Thornapple River prompts memories, lessons collection. We are thrilled to Cornwell; The Cat Who be able to offer the new titles Robbed a Bank by Lilian in a timely manner and are Jackson Braun; The Letters always open to recommenda­ by Luanne Rice with Joseph tions from our patrons.” Monninger. New movies added in Adult Christian fiction September include: Baby Kingdom Come: Final Mama; Barbie and the Victory by Tim LaHaye and Diamond Castle; Made of Jerry B. Jenkins; State of Honor; Speed Racer; The Grace by Traci DePree; Love Gum; Leatherheads; Through the Fire by Diane Sex and the City: The Noble; The Regime by Tim Movie; Iron Man; and LaHaye and Jerry B.. Forgetting Sarah Marshall. Jenkins; Sunset by Karen Books added to the collec­ Kingsbury. tion last month were: Teen fiction Adult fiction Breaking Dawn by Fine Just the Way It Is by Stephenie Meyer; New Annie Proulx; The Keepsake Moon by Stephenie Meyer; by Tess Gerristen; The Host Twilight by Stephenie by Stephenie Meyer; Liberty Meyer; Eclipse by Stephenie by Garrison Keillor; The Meyer; Brisingr by Other Queen by Phillippa Christopher Paolini; The Gregory; Hot Mahogany by Landing by John Ibbitson; Stuart Woods; Heat Mary Emma and Company Lightning by John Sanford; by Ralph Moody; The Lucky One by Nicholas Young adult and Sparks; The Front by Patricia junior fiction Ways to Live Forever by Sally Nichols; Dark Day in the Deep Sea by Mary Pope Osborne; Drago/n of the Red Dawn by Mary Pope Osborne; Night of the New Magicians by Mary Pope Osborne; Blizzard of the Blue Moon by Mary Pope Osborne; Eve ofthe Emperor Penguin by Mary Pope Osborne. The staff encourages resi­ dents of the village of Nashville and the townships of Assyria, Castleton, and Maple Grove to stop and see what is new at the library. Regular hours are Monday and Wednesday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Tuesday 3 to 8 p.m.; Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Saturday 9 a.m. to noon. Visit the library online at www.putnamlibrary.blogspo t.com. Powder Puff game slated SUPERINTENDENT for Tuesday evening CORNER Fund equity (savings account) Community being asked: How much should it be? Up until now, the philoso­ phy ofthe board of education has been to keep enough in the savings account so that we do not have to borrow money to pay our bills during the summer. Unlike other urban and suburban districts who split their school tax to include summer taxes, the Valley has respected the farmers and collect taxes only once a year. This philosophy has meant that during the summer, the district pays the bills from its savings account until the first state aid payment arrives in October. The amount that is needed is around 17 percent. Other districts that don’t have summer taxes often go ahead and borrow from the bank the money they will need to pay bills until October. Of course, to bor­ row the money means the districts have to pay the bank interest. This is another viable philosophy that the Valley has not held. Times are different now. Your board of education is looking for input from the community as to whether it is time for a change in philoso­ phy. Please come to the meeting, which will be held in the board room in the administration building. The board is also inviting a cou­ ple of financial advisors to give their opinions. Maple Valley High School junior and senior girls aquare off during last year’s Powder Puff football game. Maple Valley High School addition to the evening junior and senior girls will which is leadership's biggest square off on the Maple fundraiser/ said Maple f High School Valley High School gridiron Valley 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 7, for leadership teacher Norma the annual Powder Puff foot-Jean Acker. Leadership funds ball game. Tickets to the are used to sponsor the fall game will be $4 per person. year has and winter homecoming This for charitable something new added. The events, Maple Valley High School donations, scholarships, for marching band will perform teens Against Tobbacco Use this season's marching show supplies, the annual blood at half time. drive, staff appreciation and "We are very excited a number of other events as about the band performing well throughout the year. this year, it is a wonderful Thank You The Nashville Village Council would like to thank the fol­ lowing list of volunteers that work hard to make our village a better place to live: • The ladies that walk every morning and pick up trash along the way (yes we see you!) • Lions Club’s for their work at Putnam Park • Volunteers for their work at Putnam and Central Park • Volunteers who are maintaining the Lakeview Cemetery • Alternative Ed staff and students for their work at the Lakeview Cemetery and the Parks • Girls Softball League coaches, parents, and players who worked on the fields behind the stores • Volunteer who mowed the field behind the store for the softball league • Maple Valley Community Center of Hope (for all you do!) • Neighborhood Watch Committee • Methodist Church Alternative Ed lunch volunteers (the students appreciate you) • Skateboard Park Committee (don't give up!) And anyone else that has gone unnoticed but works hard to make Nashville a nice place to live. Ifyou happen to see any of these vol­ unteers give them your personal thank you, they deserve it. Nashville Village Council 06678459 �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday October 4, 2008 — Page 8 CALENDAR OF EVENTS Barry County Extension Calendar of Events Mandatory Genera) Leaders Enrollment Meeting, 9 a.m.. Courts & Law Building. Sept. 20-21 Frank Bush Memorial Pow Wow, 12:30-7 p.m., Charlton Park. Sept. 20-21 Shooting Sports Instructors Workshop, 10 a.m.4:30 p.m.. Ottawa Lake Sportsman's Club. Sept. 23 Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m.. Extension Office. Sept. 25 leader Orientation. 7 p.m.. Extension Office. Oct. 1 Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting. 7:30 p.m.. Expo Center. Oct. 2 Master Gardener Executive Committee Member. 6 p.m., County Seat Oct. 2 Fair Board Meeting. 7:30 p.m.. Expo Center. Oct. 4 4-H Family Reunion, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Kettunen Center Oct. 4 Master Gardener Fall Workshop. 9:30 a.m.noon. Courts & Law Building Conf. Room. Oct. 6 Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Oct. 7 4-H Open House, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Hastings City Bank Community Room. Oct. 11 4-H Club Development Day, 9:30 a.m., Thomapple Valley Church. Oct. 15 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Oct. 16 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Oct. 27 Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m.. First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Sept. 20 Nashville blood drive set for Thursday The American Red Cross will hold its October Nashville blood drive from 1 to 6:45 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 9, at Mulberry Gardens Restaurant and Banquet Facility, 975 N. Main St. This month, donors will be treated to cider and dough­ nuts, and a 33-gallon pin will be awarded to a donor. Donors must be at least 17 years of age and weigh at least 110 pounds and be in reasonably good health. Dining with Diabetes’ program offered in county Eaton County MSU Extension is offering a new four-session cooking school for people living with dia­ betes, their family members and their caregivers. Diabetes is a serious and costly disease, but research has shown that those who learn to manage their blood glucose (sugar) levels, eat healthy and exercise regularly healthy, easy to prepare and taste good. Recipes will be demonstrated, and partici­ pants will have an opportuni­ ty to taste each dish. Participants also will learn up-to-date information on nutrition, meal planning, exercise and how to under­ stand common diabetes lan­ guage. Each participant will receive a notebook with more than 70 recipes and additional resource materials. The school is limited to the first 15 people who register. The cost is $35 per person and $45 for two in the same family, sharing the notebook. To register, please contact the Eaton County Extension office at 517-543-2310. The deadline to register is Oct. 17 or until the class is filled. IN MY OWN WRITE, continued from page 7 be 25 feet While existing properties were grandfa­ thered in, this ordinance means that in the future, there will be fewer denuded river banks in the city of Hastings. Now the village of Nashville is on the brink of change. Removing the dam, which has been a local landmark for more than 100 years, will change the current of the river and the commu­ nity. But I believe that, like in Hastings, the proposed change will be an improve­ ment The Snyders were once outspoken opponents of the removal of the dam in Nashville. But, after doing a lot of research and talking to people from the agencies that will be involved in removing the dam, they have decided to support the project whole­ heartedly. Karen stated that when they realized they weren’t just going to, ‘pull VILLAGE COUNCIL VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE ORDINANCE 9-25-2008-A Council Member Kenyon, supported by Council Member Coll, moved the adoption ofthe following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION C & SECTION E, EXHIBIT A SEWER USER CHARGES ORDINANCE NO. 2-28-1980. THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE ORDAINS: SECTION 1. Amendment of Section C & Section E, Exhibit A - Sewer User Charges Ordinance No. 2-28­ 1980. That Section C and Section E, Exhibit A - Sewer User Charges Ordinance No. 2-28-1980 is amended to read in its entirety as follows: C. 0 M & R CHARGE: EFFECTIVE NOVEMBER 1, 2008, the 0 M & R charge shall be $3.41 per one thousand (1000) gallons of metered water use per month. EFFECTIVE NOVEMBER 1,2008, for unmetered water customers, the O M & R charge shall be $14.15 per residential equivalent unit assigned to the premises per month, (rate per 1000 gal x 4.15) BEGINNING IN 2008, THE ABOVE O M & R CHARGES SHALL BE ADJUSTED ANNUALLY ON JANUARY 1, TO BE EFFECTIVE ON THE FEBRUARY BILL, BY 5% OF THE CURRENT CHARGE. IF ADDITIONAL INCREASES ARE NEEDED, THEY MUST BE PRESENTED TO AND APPROVED BY THE VILLAGE COUNCIL. E. SEWER CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND CHARGES - $2.00 per residential equivalent unit assigned to the premises per month SECTION 2. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be published in accordance with state law and shall become effective twenty (20) days after its adoption or upon its publication, whichever occurs later. PASSED and adopted by the Village ofNashville, Michigan on 9-25-2008. YEAS: Coll, Harwood, Kenyon, Dunham NAYS: Lundquist, Holden ABSENT: Austhof Ordinance No. 9-25-2008-A adopted. Frank Dunham, President Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk I, Cathy Lentz, the Clerk for the Village ofNashville, Barry County, Michigan, hereby certify that the for­ going is a true and accurate copy of an ordinance adopted by the village Council ofthe Village ofNashville at a regular meeting held on September 25, 2008. Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk Adopted: 9-25-2008 Published: 10-4-2008 Effective: 10-24-2008 Ordinance 9-25-2008-A can lower their risk of future complications. The Dining with Diabetes series will meet Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 to 3 p.m. on Oct. 21, 23, 28 and 30 in the public meeting room of the MSU Extension building, 551 Courthouse Drive, Charlotte. During these classes, par­ ticipants will learn how to prepare meals that are 06678461 the plug,’ that the DNR and to trust that dedicated profes­ DEQ would be looking at the sors, mentors and friends development of the backwa­ they meet along the way will ter and stocking the river be there to guide them. above the site ofthe old dam, The residents of Nashville she and Mike started to are now being asked to let go change their minds. of a time in the life ofthe vil­ Change is never easy, lage that was precious to especially when it involves them, a time when there were something you love. But it’s boat races on the clear water almost always worth it in the of the millpond, and children end, especially if you take jumped from the dam and time to prepare for it. I swam in the cool water ofthe river, free from algae and understand that now. Seventeen years ago when duckweed. As dear as those I first went down to the river, memories are, if village I was childless. Now I am the doesn’t let go ofthe dam, the mother of two teenage river will remain pent up and daughters, dreading the day continue to stagnate. Once when they will both leave the dam is removed, the river home and my husband I will won’t be the same river the be “childless” again. For the people of Nashville have past 16 years, we have loved known and loved all these and nurtured our daughters. years, it won’t even be the We did all we could to keep same river it was before the them safe and help them dam was built, but it will be grow. It’s going to be hard to the river it was always meant let them go; but I know we’d to be. All the residents are be doing them a disservice if being asked to allow the we didn’t. They can’t contin­ river to go along its way, ue to mature and become the with help from people who women they are meant to be have dedicated their lives to unless we let them go. We guiding the preservation and won’t be turning them loose restoration of rivers. in the world alone. My hus­ I’ll close this column with band and I will always be the opening words from my there for them, and we have first column: what do you think? LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF MICHIGAN JUDICIAL DISTRICT 53RD JUDICIAL CIRCUIT ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION/POSTING AND NOTICE OF ACTION CASE NO. 08-002853-CH This case is assigned to Donald J. McLennan Court Address 151 East Huron Avenue, Rogers City, Ml 49779 Court Telephone: (989) 734-3288 Plaintiff The Heidemann Building, LLC Karl W. Heidemann, Managing Member 136 South First Street Rogers City, Ml 49779 (989) 734-7368 Plaintiff's Attorney Elaine Heidemann P-47913 Attorney at Law 185 West Michigan Avenue Rogers City, Ml 49779 (989) 734-7004 v. with Barry County 5th District Commissioner Mike Callton Local Man Recalls Farm Accident On September 25, 2007, Fred Roush was handling rectangular straw bales when he lost his footing in the hay mow. First he slid some 15 feet on straw, banged his head on a huge wood beam and then fell another 15 feet, landing chest first on a wooden floor. Fred floated in and out of consciousness for several hours until he was found and the Nashville Ambulance was called. He remembers someone say­ ing “go to Sparrow Trauma...Vital signs are deteriorating rapidly”. That was the last thing he could remember for six weeks. Fred suffered a crushed “The mists of morning had barely lifted from the waters when the tiny band oftravelers gently eased their canoes into tire stream...” Time and the river flows on; change is inevitable. Come with me. The journey is long, and there is a lot to learn, but it will be worth it neck vertebrate, cracked sternum and a broken rib, but his life was saved. Now, he’s back to his old routine. He thanks the Castleton-Maple GroveNashville Area EMS and says “It meant my life, I’d be under the grass aand not on top of it”. I asked him if he would have made it if another ambulance service further away would have been called. “ I would not have survived, honestly, I would have died...absolutely”. Now the Nashville Ambulance needs our help. Will they be there when we need them? That depends on us. Paid for by Dr. Mike Callton, D.C., P.O. Box 676, Nashville, Ml 49073 michaelcallton161 @hotmail.com Comments made by Dr. Callton are not intended to represent the views of other Barry County commissioners. Defendant Recreational Food pervices, Inc. Denise M. Wells, Registered Agent 313 S. Main Street Vermontville, Ml 49096 TO: Recreational Food Services, Inc., Denise M. Wells, Registered Agent. IT IS ORDERED: The purpose of this action is to remove the cloud of title on the land and premises described below by having the existing mortgage be declared null and void and strick­ en from the records or, in the alternative, by having the existing mortgage discharged in order that title to the property be cleared by judgment of this court and that title to the property be Plaintiff’s in fee simple. 1. You are being sued in this court by the plaintiff. Lots 3 & 4, Block 21 City of Rogers City, Presque Isle County, Michigan. Tax Parcel Numbers: 150-001­ 000-228-00 and 150-001-000­ 229-00. You must file your answer or take other action per­ mitted by law in this court at the court address above on or before December 15, 2008. If you fail to do so, a default judgment may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint filed in this case. 2. A copy of this order shall be published once each week in Maple Valley News (Eaton County for three consecutive weeks, and proof of publication shall be filed in this court on/before 11/05/2008. Date: Sept. 17, 2008 Judge: Donald J. McLennan 06678322 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, October 4,2008 — Page 9 Lions run over winless Irish squad for seven touchdowns *i|K, «Sh^ xSK SK StCs J* Jt’iZSkJ s L ««**S s r*rr„S U.' £<s* pH PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: ia MH tfo JWusiuj k Wtfffli te chumm ec By the time the dust had settled eight different Maple Valley players had had their fingers wrapped firmly around the football in the end zone Friday night. Maple Valley’s varsity football team improved to 33 on the season, and snapped a three-game losing streak, by scoring a 50-16 victory at Hackett Catholic Central in Kalamazoo Valley Association action. Dustin Houghton was the only player to score two touchdowns for the Lions, he carried the ball in front 75-yards with two seconds remaining in the first quarter and had a 66-yard scoring run with 7:59 left in the second quarter. Houghton finished the evening with 12 carries for 178 yards. As a team, the Lions rushed for 413 yards on the NI«m * talite 'i’Estotat te W®! Mate 8$ M , 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 oh 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. OQPUPAOLRHTOUUNSItTNYQ E UROROROQOQOI l9i' n :iw. mw te* WMw . night. They scored 44 points opened up the fourth with a in the first half, 22 points in 43-yard touchdown run by the first quarter and another Crittenden. 22 in the second. Crittenden carried the ball Kyle Burns, Michael just three times on the night, Paisley, Jeff Burd, Joshua finishing with 47 yards. The Hall, Kyle Fisher, Riley Lions also got 91 yardss on Fisher, and Cody Crittenden 18 carries from Bums. all also scored touchdowns Joe Wood paced the or two-point conversions in Hackett offense, rushing 11 the victory. •times for 82 yards. Braman Bums got the scoring rushed six times for 17 started, on a three-yard yards, and connected on 11 touchdown plunge which of his 21 pass attempts for was followed by a two-point 135 yards. Shinar caught run from Paisley with 8:27 three passes for 79 yards, still on the first quarter and Wood three for 41. clock. With 2:05 left in the Burd led the Maple opening quarter, Burd took Valley defense with seven his turn, scoring on an eight- tackles, and Dusty Cowell yard run. contributed four. Jesse Sandwiched between James and Burd both recovHoughton’s two long scor- ered Hackett fumbles on the ing runs was a five-yard TD night. The Lions turned the run by Kyle Fisher with ball over twice too, with 10:12 on the clock in the Braman picking off a pass second quarter. Paisley from Houghton and Shinar closed out the first half scor- recovering a Maple Valley ing,' carrying the ball in from fumble. three yards out with two and Hackett falls to 0-6 on the a half minutes before the season with the loss. break and then running in Maple Valley looks to’get the two-point try as well. back on the plus side in the It was 44-8 at the half. win column when it hosts Hackett quarterback Taylor Parchment for homecoming Braman completed a ten this coming Friday. yards scoring pass to Alex Kalamazoo Christian Shinar with 4:34 left before squeaked out a 20-19 win in the break, and the quarter- the battle of the unbeatens back ran in the two-point with Constantine Friday try. night, to improve to 6-0 on Braman also scored his the season and clinch a play­ team’s fourth quarter touch- off spot. Constantine is now down, on a nine yard run. 5-1 on the year. In other He then completed the two- league action, Schoolcraft point try to teammate Zack topped Delton Kellogg 14Thayer with 9:29 left. 9, and Olivet beat After a scoreless third Parchment 6-0. quarter, Maple Valley tetlte E®s •JiarfcSte ■iH taCMI®! L HW _. Mdtoaq ■" SntenWl VILLAGE COUNCIL VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE staf itraiJ ' 'jKliwte ___,irtiw ORDINANCE 9-25-2008-B Why Christine Lives United... I think it is important to LIVE UNITED because I believe as a community we have the duty to each other; to empower those who feel powerless, to protect those who can’t protect themselves, to reach out to reach back, and always speak for those who have no voice. GIVE. ADVOCATE. VOLUNTEER. LIVE UNITED, ■■ «£ Volunteer Center VILLAGE COUNCIL VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE ORDINANCE 9-2S-2008-C Council Member Holden, supported by Council Member Coll, moved the adoption ofthe following ordinance: THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE ORDAINS: SECTION 1 - OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC PEACE ANY PERSON VIOLATING THE PROVISIONS OF THIS ORDINANCE SHALL BE DEEMED A DISOR­ DERLY PERSON. NO PERSON IN THE VILLAGE SHALL: a) Carry any cross-knuckle or knuckles of lead, brass or other metal; dagger; dirk; stiletto; a dou­ ble-edged non-folding stabbing instrument of any length; any knife resembling a bowie knife or any razor; any knife with a switchblade or device whereby the blade or blades can be opened by a flick ofa button, pressure on the handle or other mechanical contrivance; or any dangerous weapon concealed on or about his person, or whether concealed or otherwise in any vehicle operated or occupied by the person, except in his dwelling house, place of business or on other land possessed by the individual. (State law reference - Carrying concealed dangerous weapons prohibited, MCL 750.227; carrying concealed weapons, persons exceptedfromprovisions, MCL 750231) b) Carry a pistol or revolver concealed on or about his person, or whether concealed or otherwise, in a vehicle operated or occupied by the person, except in his dwelling house, place of business, or on other land possessed by the person, with­ out a license to carry the pistol as provided by law; and if licensed, shall not carry the pistol in a place or manner inconsistent with any restric­ tions upon such license. (State law reference - Carrying concealedpistol without license, exception, restrictions, MCL 750.227; carrying concealedpistols, persons exceptedfrom provisions, MCL 750.231) Council Member Holden, supported by Council Member Harwood, moved the adoption of the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND ORDINANCE NO. 10-8-81, ENTITLED “ AN ORDINANCE TO PROVIDE FOR CONTROL AND REGULATION OF OUTDOOR PARKING, ACCUMULATION, STORAGE AND/OR ABANDON­ MENT OF JUNK, INCLUDING JUNK MOTOR VEHICLES, AND JUNK FARM EQUIPMENT, WITHIN ALL AREAS OF THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE, TO PROVIDE FOR PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION OF THIS ORDINANCE AND TO REPEAL ANY ORDINANCE OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH.” THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE ORDAINS: SECTION 1 - Addition of Section 3C, Ordinance No. 10-8-1981. That Section 3C, Ordinance No. 10-8-81 is to read in its entirety as follows: SECTION 3 - REGULATIONS C) No person shall leave any icebox, refrigerator, cooler or similar object having a door and door catch or latch affixed thereto in any exposed place in the Village unless the object has the door, door catch or latch, or hinges removed in such a manner that the door on the object can be opened readily from the inside ofthe object or unless the object has an opening made therein of sufficient oxygen to support human life. (State law reference - Abandoned or unattended icebox or refrigerator, leaving in place accessible to children prohibited, MCL 750.49 & 1, MSA 28.761 (4)) SECTION 2 - Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be published in accordance with state law and shall become effective twenty (20) days after its adoption or upon its publication, whichever occurs later. PASSED and adopted by the Village ofNashville, Michigan on 9-25-2008. c) Disturb, tend to disturb, excite to disturb or aid in disturbing the peace ofthe Village or any part thereof, or the quiet of any family or person by loud or unusual noise or by shouting, cursing, quarrelling, challenging to fight, fighting (except in reasonable self-defense) or by violent, tumultuous, offensive, obstreperous or other disorderly conduct in any place within the Village; specifically including such conduct in any private property that disturbs the quiet of the Village. NAYS: none ABSENT: Austhof Ordinance No 9-25-2008-B adopted. (State law reference - Person who jostles or roughly crowd’s people unnecessarily in a public place deemed a disorderlyperson, MCL 750.167(1)) j) Loiter in and about any street, alley, park or pub­ lic place without being able to give a satisfactory account ofhimself. (State law reference - Certain loiterers deemed disorderly persons, MCL 750.167 (i) - (k)) k) Obstruct any street, sidewalk, alley, park or other public place by loitering in or about the same after being requested to move on by any police officer. (State law reference - Certain loiterers deemed disorderly persons, MCL 750.167(i) - (k)) l) Willfully, maliciously, wantonly, negligently or otherwise, disturb, deface, damage, injure, destroy, or remove real property or improve­ ments thereto or any movable or personal prop­ erty belonging to the Village or to any person. (State law reference - Malicious mischief, generally, MCL 750.377et seq.) m) Use any profane, indecent or obscene language in any public place or where such language may be heard by persons in a public place in circum­ stances which threaten or tend to threaten a breach ofthe peace. (State law reference - Cursing and swearing, MCL 750.103: indecent language in presence of woman or child, MCL 750.337) n) Obstruct any police officer or any person duly empowered with police authority, while in the discharge or apparent discharge ofhis duties, or shall in any way interfere with or hinder him in the discharge ofhis duties. (State law reference - Resisting officer in discharge of duty, MCL 750.479) o) Throw or permit to be deposited or scattered upon any sidewalk, street, alley or upon any pri­ vate property, any waste, garbage or other mate­ rial of any kind. (State law reference - Litteringproperty or waterprohib­ ited, MCL 324.8901 et seq.) d) Disturb, tend to disturb, excite to disturb or aid in disturbing the peace ofthe Village or any part thereof, or the quiet of any family or person by loud or unusual noise or by shouting, cursing, quarrelling, challenging to fight, fighting (except in reasonable self-defense) or by violent, tumultuous, offensive, obstreperous or other disorderly conduct in any public place or place of lawful assembly, SECTION 2 - PENALTY (State law reference - Disturbingpublicplacesprohibited, MCL 750.170) Frank Dunham, President Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk f) Accost a person or endeavor to entice a person into an automobile to commit a lewd or immoral act I, Cathy Lentz, the Clerk for the Village ofNashville, Barry County, Michigan, hereby certify that the forgo­ ing is a true and accurate copy ofan ordinance adopted by the village Council ofthe Village ofNashville at a regular meeting held on 9-25-2008. Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk g) Engage in fighting except in reasonable self­ defense or commit an assault and battery upon any person. Adopted: 9-25-2008 Published: 10-4-2008 Effective: 10-24-2008 h) Engage in any illegal diversion or in any inde­ cent, immoral or obscene conduct in any street, alley or public place or place open to the public. 06678457 i) Jostle or roughly crowd people unnecessarily in any street, alley or public place. (State law reference - Disturbingpublicplacesprohibited, MCL 750.170) e) Permit on property owned or possessed by that person or under that person’s control any loud noises, electrical, mechanical, human, or animal in origin, to be emitted so as to disturb unneces­ sarily and without reasonable cause the quiet, comfort, or repose of any person or persons. YEAS: Coll, Lundquist, Harwood, Holden, Kenyon, Dunham (State law reference - Person who engages in indecent or obscene conduct in a public place deemed a disorderly person, MCL 750.167(f)) A person who violates this Ordinance may be pun­ ished by imprisonment for not more than 90 days or a fine of not to exceed $500.00, or both and may be ordered to pay court costs. SECTION 3 - EFFECTIVE DATE This ordinance shall take effect 20 days following its publication as permitted by law. Aye: Lundquist, Harwood, Holden, Kenyon, Coll, Dunham Nay: none Absent Austhof Ordinance No. 9-25-2008-C Adopted. Frank Dunham, President Cathy Lentz, Clerk I, Cathy Lentz, the Clerk for the Village of Nashville, hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and accurate copy of an Ordinance adopted by the Village Council of the Village of Nashville at a reg­ ularly scheduled meeting held on 9-25-2008. (State law reference - Assault, MCL 750 750.81 et seq.) Cathy Lentz, Clerk Adopted: 9-25-2008 Published: 10-4-2008 Effective: 10-24-2008 06678463 �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, October 4,2008 — Page 10 Lions score 2nd win, as Brown scores hat-trick against the Broncos on Fuller by Brett Bremer Street Field, Brown found the Sports Editor One-on-one chances for a back of the net three times in forward against an opposing a 3-1 Maple Valley victory. goalkeeper should be rare in It’s the second win ofthe seathe game of soccer, but Maple son for the Lions, and helps to Valley’s James Brown had a make up for an earlier season handful of opportunities like loss against the Broncos. Thursday “I’m very excited,” Brown that against Bellevue. said. “Especially since we Playing up top for the Lion lost so many winnable games. offense, Brown has had a few This really meant a lot to us. The Lions scored twice in chances like that this season, and is getting better in the sit-the first half, then added a goal just over ten minutes into uation. “What I’m thinking is, I the second half as Ross Smith hope this ball doesn’t have a fired a free kick over the nasty curve to it where I Bellevue defense that Brown chased down and fired past miss,” Brown said. Our of about five true the Bronco keeper for a 3-0 breakaway chances Thursday lead. Maple Valley’s Adrian Conde moves the ball between Bellevue’s Josh Whitmore (left) and Tyler Beachnau, during the first half of the Lions’ 3-1 win Thursday night. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Joe Montgomery Builders, Inc. Wfe build on our reputation.. .just ask our customers! Building dreams since 1978 New Construction and Home Improvement 122 S. Lincoln, Charlotte (517) 543-1718 “It’s hard for me to get the ball, but today we came through as a team and kept passing, and passed it past the defense and it worked out in my favor,” Brown said. That kick by Smith fol­ lowed a yellow card being to the the Broncos issued to Alexander Sakellariou. The Lions’ Cody Brumm received a yellow card in the first half. Maple Valley got solid play in the midfield from Adrian Conde, who worked hard to create chances for Brown and fellow midfielder Caleb Walker by chipping passes over the Bronco defense. “That’s a great win, because we came off a really bad loss last night at Pennfield where we played just wonderful in the first half and totally died in the second half,” said Maple Valley head coach Josh Meersma. The Broncos only had a couple of attacks on the Lion het, but did pick up their play some in the second half forcing the Maple Valley defense to do a little more work. A mistake by the Lion defense left the Broncos Matthew Moss wide open at the top of the 18-yard box, and he drove a shot into the upper left hand side of the net. The Broncos Steven Collins earned an assist on the play. The Lions managed to hold the Broncos to that one goal over the off h final fil 20 minutes i the contest. Maple Valley’s James Brown (19) is chased down by Bellevue defender Matthew Moss on one of his many breakaway attempts during Thursday’s non-conference contest on Fuller Street Field. (Photo by Brett Bremer) “We did tonight the things we need to do mentally,” Meersma said. “That’s the most important thing. We were aggressive, finally. That’s something which we just haven’t been doing.” The Lions will look to carry the momentum from the win into the final game of the Kalamazoo Valley Association tournament Monday, at Delton Kellogg. “This is a chance for us to finish better than we did last year in the league,” Meersma said. “I think we have a good chance of winning, if we do the mental things we showed here in tonight’s game.” Maple Valley dropped its first two KVA tournament games, 9-0 at Kalamazoo Christian Monday and 5-0 at Pennfield Wednesday. The loss to the Panthers Wednesday was so disappointing because the two teams were tied 0-0 after one half ofplay and the Lions had been playing very well. Obviously, that didn’t carry over into the second half. Sign-up time approaches for area’s youth travel basketball It’s time again to sign-up for the Maple Valley Youth Basketball Program, for fourth through sixth grade boys and girls. There will be a participation fee of $20 for all traveling team players. The sign-up forms will be at the Maplewood School on Oct. 6 and can be returned back to the office, along with a check payable to Maple Valley Youth Basketball by Oct. 13. There will also be an informational/final sign-up night on Oct. 14 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the high school cafeteria. Forms and checks can also be turned in on that night. Those who choose to have their child participate with one of these teams will be responsible for providing transportation to and from each game. Games will begin Nov. 22 and continue through the middle of February on Saturdays, skipping the ■weeks of Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s. Practices will be a maximum of three times a week, depending on gym availability, starting in November. The schools who participated in the traveling league last year were, Maple Valley, Olivet, Leslie, Bellevue; Lansing Christian and Springport. The program is in need of Basketball director, at (517) parents willing to help. There 852-1901. are open positions for coach­ es and/or assistants. Those who are interested in volunteering their time are asked to please call or come to the sign up meeting. Also this year the program will be offering an intramural/instructional league for first, second, and third grade OFFERING COMPLETE boys and girls. This program WATER & WELL will run on Saturday mornDRILLING & PUMP ings, but not until after the first of the year. 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The topic of discussion will be Downtown Development Authorities (DDAs), how they are established, funded and what they can do for a community. The meeting is open to the public, and all local business owners, residents and other interested parties are invited to attend. WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Richard Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE ! Now accepting MasterCard & Visa �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, October 4,2008 — Page 11 Top three within seven points of each other at KVA jamboree There was a tight threeway race for first place in the boys’ race at Tuesday’s KVA jamboree number three hosted by Constantine. Hackett Catholic Central managed to run past Delton Kellogg and Schoolcraft. The Fighting Irish took first with 60 points. Delton was second with 65, and Schoolcraft third with 67. Hackett had runners finish third, seventh, tenth, 12th, and 28th. Brendan Molony led the Irish, finishing in 17:11.5. Parchment’s Stuart Crowell won the boys’ race in 17:00, and Pennfield’s Josh Baker was second in 17:11.03. Delton was the first of those three schools to have two runners finish, and the first to have three. Nick Rendon was fifth overall in 17 minutes 44 seconds, and teammate Brandon Humphreys was right behind him in sixth place in 17:46. Delton’s Tyler Bourdo was ninth overall in 17:56.. The rest of the Delton pack was just a little too far back. Darrin Pursley placed 22nd in 19:50 and Mark Loveland was 23rd in 18:54. Behind the top three teams, Parchment Parchment finished finished with with 110 110 points, Constantine Constantine 116, 116, Maple Valley 178, Olivet 181, Pennfield 191, Kalamazoo Christian 206, and Galesburg-Augusta NTS. Maple Valley was paced by son, on Thursday. Joe Benedict, who was 11th Maple Valley headed to the overall iin 18:08. The Lions’ Carson City-Crystal Don Josh Perkins was 24th in Baese Invitational,, where 19: 02, Zach Mellville 44th in they competed in the 25-team 20: 23, and Tyler Brumm 45th C Division last Saturday. in 20:24.. The Lion ladies were 11th , IIndividual results were not with Trumble leading the way, available for the girls’’ race, with a 43rd place finish in but Schoolcraft took the 21:31. Erin Shoemaker was championship on the day with 64th in 22:32, Megan 42 points. Pennfield was sec- Shoemaker 73rd in 22:53,, ond with 72, followed by Shaw 84th in 23:17, and, Parchment 118, Maple Valley Rider 108th in 24:21. 123, Kalamazoo Kalamazoo Christian Christian Leslie took the C Division 123, 138, Hackett 144, Olivet 152, championship, with just 54 Delton Delton Kellogg 162, points. The Blackhawks were Kellogg Constantine then led Constantine 210, 210, and and then ledby byAnna AnnaRudd Ruddwho who was Galesburg-Augusta. second in 19:07, and Audrey Maple Valley will be a part Tremaine who placed fourth of a Lakewood Invitational for the second time this sea- Maple Valley crowns five punt, pass, and kick champs in 19:10. in 20:24, and Chambers 129th The Lions’ league rivals in 20:46. from Schoolcraftt were secBangor took the boys’ C on, ond, w with 99 pons, points, an and Division championship with Hanover-Horton third with 73 points. Calvin Christian 105. The individual champion was well back in second, with was Laingsburg 122 ponts points an and Lansin w g ug ’s Amaya y ansng g Ayers, who hit the finish line Catholic finished third with in 19:01. 129. Maple Valley’s boys were Harbor Springs’ Tec 19th, led by Benedict who Adams took the individual was in 18:53 17:58.. Brumm Perkins championship, with a time of was 51st 81st in c15a:4m1p ,. 95th in 19:18, Mellville 118th Lion volleyball falls in fifth KVA dual Maple Valley’s varsity volleyball team was topped by Kalamazoo Christian Wednesday in Kalamazoo Valley Association action. The Comets won in three games 25-10, 25-17, 25-14. The Lions are now 0-5 in the league, and 6-17-5 over­ all. Maple Valley heads to Harper Creek on Saturday, for an invitational. The Lions will then go for their first league win again next Wednesday as they travel to Hackett Catholic Central. Maple Valley's Tina Westendorp bends down for a dig during Wednesday’s league contest with Kalamazoo Christian. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Call for Classifieds Phone 269-945-9554 Winners in the Maple Valley punt, pass, and kick competition show of their certifi­ cates and ribbons after the event, which was held Sept. 20 at the Maple Valley Jr/Sr High School. Jassen Dowling’s account­ ing class, with help from Norma Jean Acker’s leader­ ship students, hosted a punt, pass, and kick competition Saturday, Sept. 20, at the Maple Valley Jr/Sr High School. The winners of the compe­ tition winners go on to com­ pete at Holt High School for a chance to compete in the state championships at Ford Field. The winners also will receive a Maple Valley T-shirt at the varsity team’s homecoming football game Oct. 10. Dowling, the organizer of the event, said “next year we plan on holding a Punt, Pass, and Kick event again at Maple Valley High School. So, we hope...we will have more competitors next year. It is a free event so you can’t beat the price. Next year we are hoping to get trophies for the winners donated by local businesses.” Over 20 student-athletes took part in the. competition. 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I believe that this town is much like many other small towns all across America. So many small rural towns are struggling to maintain some kind of identity in this fast­ paced age of technology and mono-business. I agree with some that so much history gets lots in the rush for “preservation” of a community, that again, this leaves a community grasping for something to keep tradi­ tion or a sense of unity alive. My hope for this community is that Nashville will find its strengths and create a struc- ture ofunity to hold diversity as a gift to be grafted into its identity. Like so many other towns in rural America, there are some very talented, creative and compassionate people in the area quietly working for a better community. Or they are simply loving their neighbor because that’s who they are, never asking for any recognition or payment for these acts of kindness. This action takes greater courage in the long run because of the patience, the mindset of integrity and the commitment that is required to do this, despite opposition and discouragement. Love and hope for this village are still very much alive, it seems. So, I hope that you will continue to stand and also speak out. I hope that you will take an inventory of what the village already has, embrace new ideas, and lis­ ten to what is behind the defenses of the long-time residents who have invested their lives into this communi­ ty as well. Although I have lived in the area only a short time, for the most part, I have experi­ enced much friendliness and goodwill. Shortly after I had moved here, someone told me that they had “faith” in me at a time when I really needed to hear something encouraging. Now, in turn, I have “faith” in this community of Nashville. I have faith that this town can become a unique and thriving commu­ nity with an even bigger heart. Times are troubled enough, so let’s give a hand to lift someone up, stay away from putting others down and become more examples of what those quiet heroes are already doing. I have faith that the people of this village will help anyone who travels through Nashville, or even stays for a while, to remem­ ber to do just that: Have faith - in God, our country and each other. Pamela Chase Hess, Nashville Limit 2 IGA SPAGHETTI H MENUS IGA EGG SAUCE NOODLES 2/$9002/$900 26 OZ. 16 OZ. SALAD MAYONNAISEDRESSING HELLMAN'S 2/$Q00 ________________16 OZ. o. OYSTER 16 OZ. IGA IODIZED o. OYSTER SALT CRACKERS Maple Valley Elementary Lunch Menu Monday, Oct. 6 Hot Dog, baked beans, applesauce, pumpkin bars. Tuesday, Oct. 7 Goulash, bread stick, whole kernel com, pineap­ ple. Wednesday, Oct. 8 Popcorn chicken, scal­ loped potatoes, mandarin oranges, brownie. Thursday, Oct. 9 Fuller Cottage Inn. Pizza, tossed salad, sherbet, Cheeto Cracker Trax. Friday, Oct. 10 Fuller. Ham & Cheese. MW: Italian Sandwich. Celery w/p. butter, banana, Sunchips. NOTE: Fuller Alternative Entree Choices: Peanut butter and jelly sandwich, honey and peanut butter sandwich. Maplewood Alternate Entree Choices: 6 oz. Yogurt w/string cheese, chef salad, peanut butter and jelly sandwich. Maplewood offers a variety of healthy snacks for 50 cents each (cash only: quar­ ters or dollars only). Milk is included with all full meal purchases. Assort­ ed bread choices daily. Breakfast price: $130; Lunch price: $1.90; Adult price: $2.75; milk only: $.45. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Monday, Oct. 6 Chicken tenders, mashed potatoes, grapes. Salad Bar. Tuesday, Oct 7 Sloppy Joe and chips, whole kernel com, sherbet. Asian Bar. Wednesday, Oct. 8 Quesadilla, glazed car­ rots, pineapple/man. orgs. Deli Bar. Thursday, Oct. 9 Kellogg Cottage Inn. Grilled cheese, tomato soup, peaches. Mexican Bar. Friday, Oct. 10 Homecoming cookout NOTE: Entree’s available daily: cheese­ burger, variety of chicken sandwiches, pizza, peanut butter and jelly sandwich, fish sandwich, honey and peanut butter sandwich, 6 oz. yogurt w/string cheese. Side choices available daily: garden salad, juice, fresh fruit. Milk is included with all full meal purchases. Seconds available on veg­ etables at no additional charge. Assorted bread choices daily. Breakfast price: $1.45; Lunch price: $2.25-$2.50; Adult prices: $2.75-$3.00. Milk only: $.45. Kent Oil & Propane, Inc. Still Available • 8 Varieties To Choose From We reserve the right to limited quantities and correct printing errors. None sold to dealers or minors. Some items not always as pictured. 735 Durkee Street, Nashville, MI Phone: 517-852-9210 or 800-638-7484 »Jer GUARANTEED PRICING AVAILABLE Hww.kentoilprnnane.coni • "One Call Does It AU!! ” Mon.-Thur, mm-iopm, FrlsSat. MM-Midnight; _____________ Sun. 9AM-10PM . � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/822/MapleValleyNews_2008-10-11.pdf e31e7efa81b717b5c24434fe1f91b81c PDF Text Text MAPLE VALLEY BAV\j P ID MVN H I P Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 136-No. 41, October 11, 2008 Castleton Townshipsupervisor retiring by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer After more than 40 years of service, Castleton Township Supervisor Jud Cooley is retiring from pub­ lic office when his current term expires at noon Thursday, Nov. 20. In September, the meeting room in Castleton Township Hall was dedicated the J.W. Cooley Meeting Room. And, from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 26, an open house at the Castleton Township Hall will recognize Cooley for his many years of service to the community. When asked how he became interested in local politics, Cooley shrugged and said simply, “I just want­ ed to be involved.” Despite everything he accomplished will serving as township supervisor, Cooley said he is most proud of how he treated his constituents. “I always tried to treat everyone fairly, and I think the way the public has treat­ ed me in return is proof that I did,” he said. Castleton Township Clerk Loma Wilson agreed. “I’ve worked with Jud for 35 ’years when I was secretary/treausrer for the fire and ambulance board before I also became the township clerk, and he’s probably been one ofthe fairest people I have ever known,” she said. “He treats everybody the same, and he really listens to people. In this day and age, it’s hard to find someone in politics who really listens to people.” Township Treasurer Dorothy Semrau concurred, adding, “Jud is one of the most knowledgeable people I know. Castleton Township is losing a great asset.” Cooley, who was bom in Hastings in 1920, graduated from Hastings High School in 1938. In 1941, he pulled a Royal Coach mobile home manufactured in Hastings to Phoenix, Ariz., before pro­ ceeding to Los Angeles, where he hired into Douglas Aircraft. In 1943, Cooley returned to Hastings and enlisted in the United States Maritime Service in Detroit and spent six weeks at a Maritime training camp in Sheepsbead Bay, N.Y., before shipping out. In the Maritime Service, he made trips to Antwerp, Belgium; Marseilles, France; North Africa; Panama; and the Philippines with cargo of munitions, supplies, equip­ ment and troops. After World War II, See St/PEffWSOff ff£T/ff£5, Castleton Township Supervisor Jud Cooley is retiring after 35 years of service to continued on page 4 the community. Castleton Township citizen questions need for EMS millage by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter In August, Castleton Township resident Don Wiggins created a cash flow projection for Castleton—Maple Grove- Nashville EMS through March 2010 based on finan­ cial records he obtained from the EMS Secretary/Treasurer Lorna Wilson with a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request. Wiggins said that based on his projections, the increase in revenue from the contract with Woodland and the mill­ age, if approved by voters, would result in a cash sur­ plus of $68,634 by March 2009 and $258,313 by March 2010. Wiggins said he wanted to know how the surplus would be spent. “Castleton and Maple Grove make quarterly pay­ ments totaling $28,000 a Long-time Maple Valley band director chosen homecoming grand marshal When the Maple Valley High School homecoming parade stepped off in down­ town Vermontville Friday night, long-time Maple Valley Band Director Dennis Vanderhoef led the way as the grand marshal. Vanderhoef was chosen for the honor by the students Dennis Vanderhoef, long-time Maple Valley band director in Norma Jean Acker’s high school leadership class. "Mr. V was chosen because he puts school and community before himself and has for years," said lead­ ership student Holly Rathbum. "He devotes his time even when he doesn't have to" added leadership student Victoria Casteel. "Mr. Vanderhoef and his family have donated their talent to activities other than the music program for a long time," said leadership and band student Adam Zank. “It’s a great honor and I didn’t expect it, so I really don’t know what to say,” said Vanderhoef of being chosen as grand marshal. Vanderhoef who has been Maple Valley’s band director for 25 years, was bom in raised in Evart, which lies just east of M-66 in Osceola County. After high school, he attended Grand Valley State University where he was drum major for two years and majored in music education. Vanderhoef has been the band director for Maple Valley since he graduated from GVSU. In the early years, he also taught choir, and he currently teaches one math class in addition to his duties as band director. Vanderhoef has two grown daughters, both Maple Valley graduates. Kristen, a surgical techni­ cian in Grand Rapids, is studying to be a surgical RN at Lansing Community College. Sarah Shoemaker is studying music education at Central Michigan University. Vanderhoef said that the extra hours the students cited as the reason for his selection are “just part of the job.” “Band directors need to do what it takes to get the job done, and it takes a lot more time than a lot ofpeople real­ ize. But it’s the kids that make a good band program — their dedication and work ethic,” he added. year; the Village of Nashville, $25,000,” said Wiggins in August. “Do the townships need and want to pass the millage to fund the EMS or is it so they can decrease or eliminate the money appropriated for the EMS by the village and each township to use toward infra­ structure such as roads? Is the money for the EMS or to cover municipal deficits? I think they need to be up front with what they are really try­ ing to do.” The EMS board received a copy ofWiggins’ projections in early September. During the October EMS board meeting Monday night, EMS Board President Rod Crothers responded to Wiggins’ projections. He did not deny that the EMS mill­ age would, “free up rev­ enue,” that could be used by the townships and village for other expenses. “The millage would take pressure off the townships and villages and free up rev­ enue that could be used in other areas of the budget,” said Crothers. However, Crothers said he feels Wiggins’ projections are inaccurate. “He assumes that the pay­ roll will be stagnant for the next year and half. But we need to look at an increase if we want to attract and keep quality people,” said Crothers. EMS Board Member and Nashville Village Council President Frank Dunham also noted that Wiggins’ pro­ jection did not take into account the rising cost of insurance and utilities and other factors that are likely to increase expenditures. “For his projections regarding Woodland, Mr. Wiggins used numbers from a month with a high number See EMS, page 6 In This Issue • Voters to face two statewide proposals • Putnam to hold teen photo scavenger hunt • Maple Valley teams second at Lakewoods little invitational • Local bands participate in Hastings band invitational �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, October 11,2008 — Page 2 hunt Putnam to hold teen In celebration of Teen Read Week, Putnam Library's Teen Advisory Group (TAG) will host a photo scavenger hunt and pizza party at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct 18. Anyone in fifth through 12 grade is encouraged to sign up and enjoy the fun. Parent permission is required for stu­ dents under age 18 to partici­ pate. Teens will meet at the library at noon for a pizza party. Teams will consist ofthree to six people, and each team Andy, Kristy and Joshua Roush, event sponsors, pose for the clue "find three people with three straws." will use a digital camera dur­ ing the hunt The teams will be given a list of things to find around town and are to take pictures following their given clues. During the pizza party, everyone will have a chance to watch a slideshow of the pictures taken, and points will be given. The team with the most points will win prizes. The event is sponsored by Roush's Sidewalk Cafe, Courtside and Putnam District Library. Pre-registration is request­ ed; forms are available at the library. Participants are reminded to dress for the weather. In case of rain, a pizza and movie party will be held for those teens who have registered for the scavenger hunt. This year's theme for Teen Read Week is "Books with Bite @ your library." Teen Read Week is a national literacy initiative aimed at teens, their parents, librarians, educators, book­ sellers and other concerned adults. The purpose of the event is to increase the num­ ber of teens who are regular readers and library users. It began in 1998 and is celebrat- ed the third week in October. For more information, visit the Teen Read Week Web site at www.ala.org/teenread. Putnam District Library's TAG welcomes all teens from sixth to 12th grade to join the group, which meets monthly to plan events, make purchas­ ing recommendations, and have fun. The group will meet 3 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 15, to plan for the Haunted Library and a possible event connected to the movie ver­ sion of Twilight. For more information about the group or the scav­ enger hunt, visit the library, call 517-852-9723, or e-mail putnamlibrary.director@yaho o.com. Fuller Street silent auction fundraiser is this week The Fuller Street Elementary Parent Teacher Network will hold its annual silent auction fundraiser from 1 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 15, and 4 ^Diana’s ‘-P^ace The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Tuesday - Friday S.E. Comer of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 08663407 1-517-852-9481 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 16 in the school’s gymnasi­ um. Local businesses, individ­ uals and families have donat­ ed various items including crafts and several Fuller Street classrooms have creat­ ed themed baskets which will be auctioned and raffled off. The baskets and other items will be set up for view­ ing and bidding during con­ ferences, and afterward those who have placed the winning bids will be contacted. Raffle tickets for baskets and other raffle items can be purhcased six for a $1 each, six for $5, or a baker’s dozen (13)for$10. Purchaserscan then place the tickets into the raffle drawing oftheir choice . A winning ticket will be drawn for each basket and raffle item at the end of the fundraiser. Proceeds from the silent auction and raffle will be used to purchase supplies for March is Reading Month. 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........ Sunday School......... 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 110 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG ........ 9 a.m. 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. FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE Wed. 5:30 p.m................... Family Supper 6:00-7:15............................. Pioneer Club Sun: 9:00..................................... Sunday 10: 00............................................. Church 11: 00........................................ Fellowship GRACE COMMUNITY 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 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 PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRESHAM 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. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. . PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 . . PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 930 a.m. Children's Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School 10:50 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday' KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Services 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages .. .10:30 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road ool (1/2 mile East ofM-66, vice 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 These are some of the items offered at last year’s silent auction to benefit Fuller Street Elementary School. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship................... 8:30 a.m Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service ... ■.......... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................. 11:15 a.m. PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 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 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST mm.. CHURCH m. Sunday Mass..................... 9:45 a.m. FATHER AL RUSSELL A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings 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 NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH SOUTH KALAMO 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 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK 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 .. .6:30 p.m. AWANA................. 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday 06652103 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, October 11,2008 — Page 3 Local bands participate in Hastings band invitational by Helen Mudry Staff Writer It was a crisp, sunny, fall day Saturday for the 17 bands that performed their half-time shows for the 17th annual Hastings Saxons Marching Band Festival and Competition. Local Class C schools included Maple Valley, Lakewood and Delton-Kellogg. Class C Valley fourth with 73.4. The bands were judged on music performance, music effect, marching perform­ ance and visual effect. The bands were also competing in percussion, color guard and field commanders. Adjudicators were Marc Townley scoring music per­ formance, Jeff Bennett for music effect, Dave Mumma Lakewood scored first in color guard, and Olivet first in the other categories. Maple Valley was under the direction of Dennis Vanderhoef. The senior color guard captain was Brooke Bracy and field com­ mander Chelsea Khouri. The 73 band members performed the program “Get into the Game” and featured music Keeping with the sport theme, the color guard does a stretching exercise as part of the show. The Maple Valley Band Gets in the Game for the Hastings Marching Band Invitational. Olivet also competed. At the end of the morning shows, Olivet was ranked first with a score of 87.5, Lakewood second scoring 80.3, Delton third with 78.3 and Maple on marching, Joe LaJoye judging visual effects, Dave Valesek scoring percussion, Amy Townley for color guard and Patti LaJoye for field commanders. Vermontville man arrested for retail fraud Hastings Police arrested a Vermontville man on charges of retail fraud after police were dispatched to the Felpausch Food Center Oct. 4. A loss-prevention officer observed Joey Anderson, 47, put several items in his pants pockets and sweatshirt while in the store. Anderson then brought a small item to the checkout and paid for that item. As he attempted to leave the store, Anderson was confronted by the loss­ prevention officer. Police officers interviewed Anderson, who admitted to his wrong-doing; He was also found to be in posses­ sion of marijuana and was wanted on three outstanding warrants from the Lansing area for failing to appear in court. Anderson was taken into custody and lodged at the Barry County Jail. for football, basketball and baseball. Lakewood’s 69-member marching ensemble was under the direction of Jane Detweiler. The senior drum major was Hanna Poole, jun­ ior drum major Maria Licari and sophomore Alex Geiger. The show was entitled “Classic Rock” with music “Highway Star” from Deep Purple, “Walk This Way” from Aerosmith and “Come Sail Away” by Styx. Delton’s 47-member band was directed by Sara Knight with command personnel www.GQTI.com 269-205-4900 Downtown Hastings on State St. Rocking Seats • All Digital Sound Free Drink Refills • 25c com refills Comstock. The five Class A schools were Caledonia, Eaton Rapids, Kenowa Hills, Kalamazoo Central and Muskegon. The day ended with an exhibition show by the 91- member Alma College Marching Band. Members wore kilts made from its offi­ cial Alma College Tartan, which is registered in Aberdeen, Scotland. Nashville Neighborhood Watch to hold hayride The Nashville Police Department and Neighborhood Watch will hold their third annual hayride at 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18. Horse-drawn hayrides will start in the VFW parking lot at 304 S. State Street and proceed through the village’s side streets. Cider and doughnuts, hot chocolate and other treats will be provided. Parents are asked to accompany young children. Kalamo UMC to welcome tales, visitors from the past The Kalamo United Methodist Church is continu­ ingg to celebrate its 140th anniversary with a special Halloween events for chil­ dren and adults. Saturday, Oct. 18 at 6 p.m., Jim Haywood, a Confederate Civil War re­ enactor will entertain with information about the Civil War and even tell some ghost stories. Following the entertainment, games will be provided for younger chil­ dren, while the older kids will be enjoying activities. The celebration will con­ tinue Oct. 19 at both the 9 and 10:30 a.m. worship serv­ ices when the congregation welcomes Pastor Mark Thompson as guest speaker. HASTINGS 4 T1 Danny McIntyre and Joanna Hoeberling. Delton’s show was based on an adventure theme with “The Adventures of Indiana Jones,” “Far and Away” and “Adventures on Earth.’.’ Hastings 110-member band under the direction of Joan Bosserd-Schroeder per­ formed its half-time show for exhibition, not for scoring. The band’s program, “No Man’s Land, Land,”” included “Proud Mary,” “Respect,” “Stop in the Name of Love,” “Get on our Feet” and “Irreplaceable.” The three Class D schools attending were Springport, Martin, and Bridgman. The four class B schools were Alma, Coloma, Ionia and Thompson was pastor of Kalamo UMC from 1996 to 2004. The community is invited to share in these celebrations. Call the church at 517-541­ 1144 for more information. 113 N. Main Jack & Judy s Nashville 517-852-9700 Hours: Open 7 Days 6AM-8PM Fall is a beautiful time I of the year. Take a nice color tour drive, enjoy the beauty then drop by for a delicious homemade dinner. Join us - we’ll make Nashville’s Friendly Family the meal Restaurant with Family Prices!, as great as the drive. Country Kettle Cafe $4 tos4.50 g 06678887 ALL SEATS except adult evening ©Stadium Seating ©No passes Fighting to entertain you SHOWTIMES 10/10 -10/16 [ FALL MATINEES Saturday & Sunday 10 & 11 AM M I 1<yi1-«yi2SPI0ERWICKCHB0MICltS(PG) S(PG) I O ©QUARANTINE (R) SAT/SUN/TUE 1:30,3:30,5:30,7:30,9:30 FRI/MON/WED/TH 5:30,7:30,9:30 ® NIGHTS IN RODANTHE (PG-13) SAT/SUN/TUE 1:00,3:05,5:10,7:15,9:20 FRI/MON/WED/TH 5:10,7:15,9:20 OBEVERLY HILLS CHIHUAHUA (PG) SAT/SUN/TUE 12:00,2:15,4:30,6:50,9:00 FRI/MON/WED/TH 4:30,6:50,9:00 EAGLE EYE (PG-13) SAT/SUN/TUE 11:10,1:40,4:10,6:40,9:10 FRI/MON/WED/TH 4:10,6:40,9:10 with S3 00 purchase of 46oz. bag of buttery popcorn Amy Jo Parish of Vermontville works with students Mac Arney (Curly) and Chris Boston (Jud) on stage­ combat choreography for their characters’ fight scene in an upcoming production of Oklahoma! at Charlotte High School. Performances will be held in the Charlotte Performing Arts Center Nov. 14 and 15 at 7:30 p.m. and Nov. 16 at 2 p.m. Tickets are available at the CPAC box office or by calling (517) 541-5690 or on-line at www.cpacpresents.com. Arney has appeared in several productions for The Revue at the Vermontville Opera House. For questions, call Betsy Foster at Charlotte High School, (517) 541-5680 OM/tf-TWKNOLL & JANNA ROZFMA'NA/L TFCN ■ SARAH MNtfAR October Tanning Special 1 Month Unlimited OR $AE 15 Anytime visits 207 N. Main Street • Nashville • Don't let cold weather get you down. Come in for a fresh warm look and "be Envied" 517-852-0313 Hours: Tues. 9-4:30 • Wed. 9-7 • Thurs. 9:30-2 • Fri. 9-4 • Sat. 9-2 • For your convenience, please use back entrance. �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, October 11,2008 — Page 4 SUPERVISOR RETIRES, continued from page 1 From OurReaders Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Eaton County MSU Extension continues with changes To the editor: No one has to tell you that the state ofMichigan is greatly affected by the poor economy. That directly relates to Eaton County residents, businesses and local units of government. In June, the Eaton County Board of Commissioners recommended to eliminate Michigan State University Extension from the 2008-09 county budget The ground swell of citizens who felt this was not a good decision spoke up. Oct. 1 marked the beginning of a new county budget year, and MSU Extension is still operating in Eaton County. The county budget deficit did not have clear and easy solutions. Primarily, the commissioners asked each county department to reduce the number of positions to create a permanent reduction in the budget as the commissioners sought other ways to reduce the deficit. MSU Extension did its part too. MSU Extension eliminated the 4-H program assistant position and reduced our one secretary to half time. The partnership that has been in place since 1917 between Eaton County and MSU con­ tinues, and that allows MSU resources and staff to remain to educate and serve the citi- zens in Eaton County. These reductions have impacted some immediate changes: Effective Oct. 1, the MSU Extension office will open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily Monday through Friday but it will be closed for lunch from noon to 1 p.m. A 4-H hotline has been established, and we are encouraging all 4-H families to call 517-543-2322 first before using our regular office number. The hotline will be updated daily or weekly. It will include information on upcoming 4-H events and activities, as well as registration deadlines and special instructions. We are looking for volunteers to help in our office. These can be for short- or long-term periods. Tasks may include answering phones, copy work, collating and data entry, among others. Contact MSU Extension at 517-5432310 to volunteer. Thank you to all citizens who shared with the county commissioners the value MSU Extension has and will continue to bring to your businesses, families and youths. Cooley returned to Hastings and worked in a gas station until 1946 when he came to Nashville as a partner in Wheeler Gas Station. Four years later, he started the Cooley-McVey Body Shop. Around 1953, Cooley and his father built Cooley’s Drive-in and eventually a duplex, and then the Green Arrow Motel. Cooley’s civic service in Castleton Township started in the mid-1950s when he joined the Castleton—Maple Grove—Nashville Fire Department. In January 1968, he was appointed the Nashville village assessor to replace Carl Tuttle. “(I) became provisionally certified to do the assessing when Russell Mead had a stroke during the March board ofreview in 1973. The Castleton Township Board requested me to complete the work of the board of review for Mr. Mead who eventual- More members will help new business group grow To the editor: Six months ago, the Vermontville Village Council voted on forming a business task force based on a recommendation from a council committee that Abe French, Jason Sheridan and Garry Patrick were on. The business task force committee was charged with getting area business owners together to understand if there was interest in forming something such as a chamber of commerce. The task force committee members worked Mona J. Ellard, pro bono for four months Eaton County Extension with the business owners to Director gather ideas. Three months ago, Jim Miller stood up and said he would take the action, as a business owner, to put the aul :„ HA HIRA IR 3 3 organization in place and : tanning: move it forward. The busiLI NAILS J ness owners who showed up 'I at the first meeting in September decided to name 3 226 N. Main • Nashville the organization, 8 2 Vermontville Area 517-852-1757 Commerce of Business. WALK-INS Meetings would be held the MELCOME!, t Hair Care for the Whole Family first Tuesday of every month. at 7 p.m. at the Vermontville Cheryl Pierce, owner/styllst Opera House. Angie Joppie, stylist • Michelle Snowden, nail tech Since business is down for M ly died in April 1973,” recalled Cooley. “The town­ ship board then appointed me assessor and supervisor of the township. The town­ ship appointed me to serve on the fire board, and I was elected as supervisor and served in that capacity for about 35 years during which — with the help of the tax payers and many others — (I) oversaw the equipping and making the department into what it is today: some­ thing to be very proud of.” Also during Cooley’s 35­ year tenure as township supervisor and assessor, the township built and addition on the old township hall, which was eventually sold after the new township hall was built and dedicated Sept. 12, 1983. The new hall offered more office space, storage, restrooms and a larger meeting room that could be used for community gatherings. Cooley noted Streetj ttttaf n afn ain g Salon, that all this was done without an increase in taxes. In addition to the township hall, the ambulance station was built using block grant money. Eventually an addi­ tion including living quar­ ters, office and a classroom was added to the facility, he said. “None of the above could have accomplished without the cooperation of the tax­ payers and all others involved,” said Cooley, who added. “Now we are facing other challenges. Finances to continue the improvement of the services and other servic­ es (are) being neglected due to lack of financing because of the economy and hesita­ tion of taxpayers to be will­ ing to help pay for the servic­ es they request” While Cooley was serving the township, he also availed the broader community after being appointed to the Barry County Township Association where he served on the allocation board for several years. Cooley also served as the chairman ofthe Barry County Township Association and the Barry County Supervisors Association. Wilson said she is going to miss Cooley when his term expires. “He has been a great men­ tor,” she said. “When I took over as township clerk, he worked with me, and later when there were rough spots, he was always there to say, ‘You can do it’ I wouldn’t be township clerk ifit wasn’t for Mr. Cooley.” While Wilson said she will miss Cooley, she also said she is looking forward to working with his succes­ sor, Cheryl Hartwell, who ran unopposed for the post during the August primary. “I think she will be a great asset to the community,” said Wilson. When asked what he plans to do with his retirement, Cooley responded with a smile, “If I live long enough, I’d like to a little traveling, maybe a little extra fishing. Nashville man arrested most owners in the area, I see 904 this as a great opportunity for area business owners to spend some time.together and A Barry County Sheriff’s A LEIN check on Lyons work on their ideas cooperadeputy conducted a traffic revealed three prior suspen­ tively and share the in the stop in Castleton Township sions of his license and 904 duties and the tasks that will Oct. 1 and arrested James ticketed offenses. make this a successful Edgar Lyons, 30, of Lyons was arrested and endeavor for the community. Nashville on charges of driv­ lodged in the Barry County Attendance at this week’s ing on a suspended license. Jail. meeting was three business owners, one person representing a business and a person from the Maple Valley News. Business owners need to contact Jim Miller at 7260177 to get more details. Jim Oct 11 4-H Club Development Day, 9:30 a.m., cannot do this by himself. Thomapple Valley Church. I have heard great ideas Oct 15 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7 p.m., and suggestions first hand Extension Office. from many business owners Oct 16 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. in the community. Now is the Oct 20 Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 time to collectively come p.m., First United Methodist Church in together. These are your busiHastings. nesses; it will cost you noth- Oct 21 Show of Champions Meeting, 7 p.m., ing to attend the meetings, Extension Office. share your great ideas and Oct 24-26 Goat Leaders Workshop, Kettunen Center. help them come alive. Oct 29 New Leader Orientation, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Mark Jorgensen, Nov. 3 Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 Vermontville p.m., First United Methodist Church. Nov. 5 Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. SERVING OUR Nov. 10 Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 COUNTRY p.m., First United Methodist Church. Nov. 18 Farm Bill Update Meeting, 6:30-9 p.m., MainStreet Savings Bank Community Room. had tickets already BARRY COUNTY EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS Vermontville Annual Senior Citizens Night Announcing... NAKFOOR PRATT LAW OFFICE, PLC I JULIE NAKFOOR PRATT Attorney at Law 202 S. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058 269-945-4200 jnplawoffice@yahoo.com • Family Law • Bankruptcy Pvt. Grace Parr Private Grace Hannah Parr, daughter of Russ and Tammy Parr of Nashville, graduated on Oct. 3 from the Fourth Recruit Training Battallion of the Marine Corps of Parris Island, S.C. She has achieved the status of sharpshooter rifleman. Parr will receive advanced training at Camp Geiger, N.C. Monday, October 20th • 6:00 p.m. • ...at the Congregational Church in Vermontville Vermontville Area Residents Only Please FREE MEAL - Serving Swiss Steak and all the trimmings FREE ENTERTAINMENT! Sponsored by Vermontville Lions Club Please Make Your Ph. 517-726-0286 Reservations by Oct. 17 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, October 11, 2008 — Page 5 S \ u J,J IM 1V JSS sSS S S ’sS S S.Sfc .c, »■ rixfes'fi UWiHi xaefea - Ofc jjWiqLtaiO® Voters to face two statewide proposals Michigan voters will lish an identification card sys-were admitted into the pro-agents target drug manufac-Research Council Web site: legitimate, registered users. decide on two statewide pro- tem for patients qualified to gram. In 1992, the number of tugrers andgdistribugtors, while www.crcmich.org. Opponents of the proposal posals in the Nov. 4 election. use marijuana and individuals applications for the program state and local police target Policy Discussion maintain that legalizing mariEach will ask for a ‘yes’ or qualified to grow marijuana. increased dramatically as the drug users. The proposal, The debate over medical juana for any purpose will ‘no’ response and each will • Permit registered and number of AIDS cases therefore,, would have the marjuana marijuana centers on te the lead to more use by the generbe decided by a majority of unregistered patients and pri-increased. President George practical effect of largely pro-medicinal value of the drugg. al population. those voting on the specific mary caregivers to assert H.W. Bush then closed the tecting from arrest medical Supporters of the proposal. Further, some law enforcequestion. Michigan’s consti- medical reasons for using program to new applicants. marijuana users and their contend that marijuana has ment officials are concerned tution gives citizens a direct marijuana as a defense to any About five patients continue caregivers. been used to treat pain for that legalizing medical marirole, through popular vote, in prosecution involving mari- to receive marijuana to treat The Proposal more than 2,000 years and juana is one step closer to amending the constitution juana. their illness under this proThe proposal would create that, compared with many legalizing all marijuana use. and approving or rejecting Should this proposal be gram. a new act, the Michigan other legal medications, mari- They argue that legalizing state laws. Proposal 1 is on adopted? Michigan Act 368 of 1982 Medical Marijuana Act. juana’s side effects are minor marijuana for any reason will medical marijuana and Yes No established a marijuana thera- Specifically, the proposal and its benefits many. They send the wrong message to Proposal 2 relates to embry­ Background peutic research program in would permit a physician to p point to numerous g govern- minors,, who are best served onic stem cell research. Marijuana is classified as a the Michigan Public Heath prescribe marijuana to a qual-ment and independent studies by consistent laws and mesBelow is information provid-Schedule I drug under federal Code, which was consistent ifying patient. A qualifying finding that mparijuana is an sayges. Proponents claim that ed by MSU Extension, which and state law, along with with the federal patient would have to have effective pain reliever, the proposed act provides a has a long-standing tradition LSD, heroin and Ecstasy. Compassionate Access one or more of the following appetite stimulant and anti- narrow exception, and that of providing nonpartisan Schedule I drugs are those the Program. The state program debilitating medical condi- nausea drug. the legislation provides for information on statewide bal­ government has determined was never operational and tions: cancer, glaucoma, HTVOpponents disagree: safe, penalties for those who abuse lot issues. have no accepted medical use expired in 1987. AIDS, hepatitis C, amy- effective and thoroughly it. Proposal 08-1 and have a high potential for In 1996, California" became otrophic lateral sclerosis researched treatments for pain 08-1 Coa is sponsored Medical marijuana official abuse. Multiple clinical stud- the first state to legalize the (often referred to as ALS or and nausea already exist, and byProposal thepMichigan plitionfor ballot language: A legislative initiative to permit the use and cultivation of marijuana for specified medical conditions. The proposed law would: • Permit ysician approved use of marijuana by registered patients with debilitating medical conditions including cancer, glaucoma, HTV-AIDS, hepatitis C, MS and other conditions as may be approved by the Department of Community Health. • Permit registered individuals to grow limited amounts of marijuana for qualifying patients in an enclosed, locked facility. • Require Department of Community Health to estab- ies and much anecdotal evidence indicate, however, that marijuana provides relief to those suffering from chronic pain, nausea and lack of appetite. Until the early 1940s, physicians regularly prescribed marijuana for pain and nausea. The Federal Marijuana Tax Act of 1937, however, made prescribing it very burdensome and costly. In 1978, the federal Drug Enforcement Administration began a program (the Investigational Compassionate Access Program) to permit patients whose pain could be relieved only by marijuana to apply for and receive the drug from the FDA. Over the next 14 years, fewer than 100 patients use of marijuana for medical reasons; since then, 12 other states have also done so. Michigan currently prohibits marijuana use for any reason. If Proposal 1 is passed, its use would still be prohibited under federal law. Though states are not required to enforce federal law, the Supreme Court ruled in 2005 (Gonzalez v. Raich) that, in states where medicinal marijuana is legal, registered users are not exempt from federal prosecution. In California, the FDA has conducted raids on medical marijuana dispensaries and arrested suspects for selling marijuana to non-registered patients. Typically, federal drug Lou Gehrig’s disease), smoking anything is detri- Compassionate Care Crohn’s disease, agitation of mental to one’s health. (www.stoparrestingpatients.o Alzheimer’s disease, nail Supporters counter that mari- rg). It is opposed by the Save patella and cachexia or wast-juana is relatively inexpen- Ou.r Society from Drugs ing syndrome; or severe and sive, compared to prescrip- organization (www.saveourchronic pain, severe nausea, tion drugs, and that it does not society.org). seizures, or severe and per- have to be smoked to be sistent muscle spasms, such effective:it may beingested, Proposal 08-2 as those characteristicofmul- made into a tea or inhaled Embryonic stem cell tiple sclerosis. through a vaporizer. research official ballot lan­ The State Department of A second debate focuses on guage: A proposal to amend Community Health would be the ability of a medical marirequired to issue a registry juana program to effectively PROPOSALS, continued on identification card to qualify- contain the drug’s use to page 9 ing patients and to their care­ givers. A qualifying patient and the patient’s caregiver each could possess up to 2.5 ounces of useable marijuana and, together, up to 12 marijuana plants kept in an enclosed, locked facility. of Real Estate & Personal Property The proposal would protect LOCATED at 136 E. Forest Street, Vermontville, Ml (south on from arrest, prosecution and Main Street / Ionia Road in Vermontville to Forest and east to home) on ... penalty any patient, caregiver or physician who adhered to FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1,2008 the terms of the proposed act, PERSONAL PROPERTYSELLSAT2:30PM and any person who provided REAL ESTATE SELLS AT 4:30 PM marijuana paraphernalia to a Selling this 2+ bedroom ranch qualifying patient and his or home with living room, dining her caregiver. Michigan room, kitchen with bar and states in which the constitu­ would be required to honor dinette area, bath and partial­ tion gives citizens the right registry identification cards ly finished walkout basement to gather petition signatures from other states where medat auction. There is a one-car detached garage and the lot to initiate new laws, revise ical marijuana is legal. Last, size is approximately 1.64 the constitution or vote on the proposal would impose acre. Nice location! laws previously passed by penalties (up to $2,000 and/or OPEN HOUSES: Monday, October 27 & Monday, November 3, 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM each day. the legislature. two years in jail) on regisCall for a flyer with a list of the personal property to be sold! “Our intent is to lay out tered patients and caregivers the information and give vot-who sold marijuana to non­ Estate of David Rugg ers a base of information registered patients or care- aa IfllU LH (3) they can use in making their givers. The proposal is silent 144 South Main St. voting decisions,” says on how patients or caregivers r A W ^ f f B O f Wrffc f Pw Phone:517-726-0181 P.O. Box 146 Fax: 517-726-0060 Claire Layman, MSU would obtain marijuana Vermontville, Ml 49096 stantonsauctions@sbcglobal.net Extension public policy edu-plants or seeds. The full text www.stantons-auctions.com cation specialist and the bul- of the proposed legislation Selling real estate and all types of property, at auction, anywhere. author. letin’s author. “MSU canbe found at the Citizens Chris Stanton 543-0598 Kathleen J. Swan (Lansing) 517-349-8235 Extension has a history of providing non-biased infor­ mation to the public in many areas, and this is one of the longest-standing initiatives of our state and local govern­ 2 MONTHS IF INSTALLED BY 11/15/08 ment work.” The bulletin is available online at www.msue.msu. edu/slg. For a free printed copy, contact the nearest Available in Country Settings between county MSU Extension Woodland Nashville office. STANTON'S STATE AUCTION Extension bulletin explains state ballot issues This November, Michigan voters will head to the polls to decide the fate of two statewide ballot proposals. To help voters understand the proposals, Michigan State University Extension has published a bulletin describ­ ing the proposals and giving the official language, the background and a policy dis­ cussion, including differing viewpoints on each issue. One proposal seeks voter approval to permit the culti- vation and use of marijuana for specified medical condi­ tions; the other asks if the state constitution should be amended to address human embryo and embryonic stem cell research in Michigan. 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Woodland contracted with the EMS for the first time this year after the nearby Lakewood Ambulance Service closed its doors in the spring due to financial difficulties. The contract with Woodland Township pro­ vides the EMS with an extra $5,400 per quarter in rev­ enue, plus what it would earn from each run. Wiggins said that based on $850 per run, and an-estimated 10 runs per month, which he then halved “to be conservative,” the contract with Woodland Township would bring in approximately $102,000 in revenue per year. “By March 2009, they will have over $200,000 in the kitty,” he said. “Personally, I don’t want to get into a fight over numbers; but, ifI were a member of the board, there’s no way I would ask for a millage.” During the August pri- mary election, Maple Grove Township passed a 1-mill levy by a vote of 138-96. The same proposal failed to pass in Castleton Township by a vote of 244-231 vote. If passed, the five-year levy (2008 to 2012) would gener­ ate an estimated $62,726 per township for the first year. Crothers said that if the millage didn’t pass in Castleton Township, it would be up to the Maple­ Grove Township Board to decide whether the millage approved by voters in the August would be levied. Crothers stated that while the EMS does need to have an end balance to cany over to the next fiscal year, the municipalities would not allow it to exceed $200,000 as projected by Wiggins. “We’d like to, and it’s good to have a $20,000 to $30,000, fund balance to carry over at the year end. If it looks like we were going to exceed that, we can and would adjust (lower) the millage levy and set it so we have enough to run the ambulance without ending with a $258,312.59 balance,” he said. Wiggins is currently out of the country and could not be reached for comment on the board’s response. Crothers stated that he wished Wiggins would have attend­ ed Monday’s meeting so the board could have addressed his concerns more directly. Failed sobriety test leads to jail On Oct. 1, troopers from the Michigan State Police Hastings Post were on routine patrol on Thomapple Lake Road when they stopped a vehicle for an equipment violation. Upon contacting Michael Lawrence O’Toole, 61, of Nashville, troopers realized O’Toole was intoxi- cated. After failing a field sobriety tests, he submitted to a preliminary breath test which measured a .17 percent blood alcohol level. O’Toole was subsequently lodged at the Barry County Jail for operating a vehicle while intoxicated. **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 MLJ 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville 02602907_ 02602907 Scott A. Daniels & Family Owner/Manager Richard A. Varney Ann L. Olmstead VERMONTVILLE - Mrs. Arm L. Olmstead, age 57, of Vermontville, passed away Wednesday, October 8, 2008 at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing. Ann was bom in Lansing on November 9, 1950, the daughter of the late Howard and Irene Blommer. She was raised in the Mulliken and Vermontville area and attended Vermontville Schools. She was the wife of Ron Olmstead. The couple was married at the Bellevue Methodist Church on November 11, 1968. They made their home and raised their family together on their Vermontville farm which they purchased in 1974. Ann loved her home and worked diligently with her husband Ron on the farm which they have done full time since 1983. She also worked at Pennock Hospital as a Unit Secretary for a few years after her children were grown. Ann enjoyed traveling with her husband Ron; to cel­ ebrate 30 years of marriage the couple traveled West where they visited Glacier National Park, the Grand Canyon, the Teton Mountains, and several other scenic locations. Ron. and Ann had been married for almost 40 years Ann was the type ofperson who was always willing to lend a helping hand. Qne of her lifelong passions was studying the Bible. She was currently taking a college level Bible study course which normally would take three years to complete; Ann's goal was to complete the course in one year. Ann loved to teach the word of God to others. She devoted over 20 years to teaching various Sunday school classes in the church­ es she attended. Her family, however, held the most important place in her life. She enjoyed spending time with her beloved grandchil­ dren, being outdoors, and relaxing at the family cabin in Kalkaska. Ann is survived by her husband of almost 40 years Ron; a daughter, Jody (Doug) Franklin; a son, Greg Olmstead; a sister, Beverly Blommer; a brother, Bob (Caroline) Blommer; three grandchildren, and sev­ eral nieces and nephews, and her mother in-law and spe­ cial friend Dorothy Jones. She was preceded in death by sisters Elaine, Donna, Lucille and her brother Lynn. Funeral Services will be held at the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, October 14, 2008. Pastor Carla Smith will officiate. Interment will take place immediately fol­ lowing the funeral service at Hillside Cemetery in Kalamo. The family will receive visitors on Monday, October 13, from 2 to 4 p.m. and again from 5 to- 8 p.m. at the Daniels Funeral Home. Memorial contributions can be made to the American Diabetes Assoc. or Thomapple Valley Church. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Harold W. Sattlerly VERMONTVILLE Harold “Bill” W. Satterly, 84, ofVermontville, formerly of Charlotte, died Monday, October 6 2008. Mr. Satterly was bom June 25, 1924 in Chester Township, the son of Donald and Retah (Hicks) Satterly, Sr. Mr. Satterly enjoyed intar­ sia woodcarving, golf and softball. He liked participat­ ing in tractor pulls, the Detroit Tigers and taking trips to Hawaii and Alaska. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, June (Baker) Satterly; daughter, Teresa (Joe) Gooch of Charlotte; son, Norm (Carol) Satterly of Nashville; daughter, Sonja (Duane) Hice of Charlotte; six grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; sister, Shirley Halsey and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Donald Satterly, Jr. There will be no services held at this time. If desired, memorial con­ tributions may be made to Hayes Green Beach Memorial Hospital or Eaton Community Hospice House. Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.prayfuneral.com. NASHVILLE Richard A. Varney, age 61, of Nashville, passed away Friday, October 3rd, 2008 at Eaton Community Hospice, in Charlotte. Richard was bom in Hastings, on February 10, 1947, the son of the late Merle and Hazel (Stalters) Varney. He was raised in the Nashville area and attended Maple Valley Schools. Richard was employed at General Motors as a fork lift operator where he worked 35 years before retiring in 2003. He was the husband of Sharon (Powers) Vamey. The couple was married in April 1969 at St. Cyrils Catholic Church in Nashville. They made their home together in the Nashville area where they raised their family together. The couple has been married for 39 1/2 years. Richard loved to play softball; he was actively par­ ticipating in the sport until he was 54 years old. When his children were young he loved coaching their little league football and baseball teams to help pass on his love ofthe game. After retiring from General Motors, Richard and Sharon loved to spend their winters on South Padre Island in Texas. It was during this relaxing time Richard could focus on his love of golfwhich he began playing in 1982 with his son Richard Jr. Richard's grandchildren provided a great sense of love and joy for him and he truly cherished spending as much time with them as he could. Richard is survived by his loving wife of 39 1/2 years Sharon; his two sons Richard Jr. (Rebecca) Vamey and Christopher (Jennifer) Vamey; his sister,' Shirley Owen; his brother, Victor Vamey, and three grandchil­ dren. He was proceeded in death by his brothers Jack, Darrel, and William Vamey,. and his parents. Graveside services were held at Stoney Point Cemetery, on Tuesday, October 7,2008, with Pastor Carla Smith officiating. Memorial contributions can be made to the Eaton Community Hospice House in Charlotte, MI. Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. sdaniels99@att.net VanLoa L. Childs VERMONTVILLE - Mrs. VanLoa L. Childs, age 89, of Vermontville passed away Tuesday, October 7, 2008 at Golden Days Adult Foster Care in Charlotte. VanLoa was born in Sunfield on September 18, 1919, the daughter of the late Charles and Grace (Lovell) Collier. She was raised in the Sunfield area and attended area schools there. VanLoa was the widow of Vernon "Mike" Childs. The couple was married in 1937 and made their home togeth­ er in the Sunfield area. Together they enjoyed work­ ing in their garden, and would often entertain friends and neighbors by hosting "card" parties at their home. Mike and VanLoa were mar­ ried for over 51 years when he passed away in 1988. Throughout the years, VanLoa worked at Michigan Magnetics, and the cafeteria at the Vermontville Schools. She was also the area Avon Lady. She helped watch sev­ eral local children during the after schools hours in the family’s home. She enjoyed sewing, cooking, quilting and crocheting. She also enjoyed jigsaw and crossword puzzles and card games. Van Loa is survived by her two daughters, Jean Bradfield, Bonnie (Bill) Harwood; two sons Dan (Diana) Childs, Tony (Linda) Childs; her sister, Francis Sebolt; and nine grandchil­ dren, and 21 great-grandchil­ dren. She was preceded in death by her sisters Marie Hotchkiss, Gretchen Southern, and her brothers LaGrand and Leland Collier. Funeral services will be held at the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville at 12 noon on Monday, October 13, 2008. Pastor Don Roscoe will officiate. The family will receive visitors on Sunday, October 12 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the' Daniels Funeral Home. Interment will take place immediately following the funeral service at Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. Memorial contributions can be made to the charity of the donor's choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Hansbarge LICENSED INSURED VEimontvIllE, Ml COLE HAMSBARGER owner RUUD Featuring Ruud Gas Furnaces and Air Conditioners. Full Line of indoor Air Quality Products • FREE Estimates | �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, October 11, 2008 — Page 7 Nashville approves alley closure by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer After a public hearing, the Nashville Village Council approved a motion to close the west end of Reed Alley between Edna and Homer streets and allow Charles Hoffman to keep and main­ tain a fence erected in the alley several years ago. During the public hearing, Village Zoning Administrator Ron Bracy said that while he brought the matter of the fence to the council’s attention, he was opposed to closure of any alley in the village. “Too many times in the past we have closed an alley and later a situation came up where it would have been better if the alley had remained open,” he said. Nashville Department of Public Works (DPW) Director Darrell Clements Jr. noted that the Maple Valley School District bus garage sits in the middle of the west end ofthe alley, and only one residence would be affected by the closure. Maple Valley School District Director of Operations Pat Powers said that he wanted to make it clear that the bus garage was not the reason a proposal had COUNSELORS CORNER by Valerie McCaul r MM Qfcbnafo Knfar- j auWsa-stn . JtwpiiW * Sy fa 50 k J . fafc i^miIbILiW®1 **’ yuitDail® 50 BnW*1®’ B MH Pi0^*sl assignments. By expecting students to complete daily Meap testing this week work and providing them a MEAP testing begins room and time to complete Tuesday. It is really impor­ the assignments, we antici­ tant to encourage your child pate increased success from during the test process. all of our students. We want Please make sure that kids are students to choose well and getting to bed on time next ultimately be the best they week and be sure to send can be. them off with a good healthy Senior high information breakfast every morning. Oct. 14 from 10:48 to Testing dates were deter­ 11:37 a.m. a senior meeting mined by the State of will be held to discuss vari­ Michigan this year. All ous issues including college schools, statewide, will be admissions, scholarships, taking the same exams on the graduation and the senior trip same day. On Oct. 15, select juniors Drug testing kits avail­ will be taking the PSAT. That able evening is College Night at Officer Pierson has helped Hastings High School. More to make drug testing kits than 40 colleges will be rep­ available for purchase at the resented. Many college reps high school office. They cost are visiting MVHS during the $4 to $12 and can be used in month of October. Juniors the privacy of your own and seniors have the opportu­ home with immediate, confi­ nity to meet with these reps to dential results. It is an effec­ discuss college options. tive deterrent for inappropri­ On Oct. 25, registered stu­ ate behavior and is being dents will be taking the ACT offered as a tool for parents. at 8 a.m. in the administration 7 a.m. early bird study board room. group offered EDPs available at confer­ Teacher Ryan Rosin has ences started an early morning Lorraine Benedict, Dawn study group for any interest­ Yager and Valerie McCaul ed student at the high have been meeting individu­ school. He is offering a quiet ally with ninth grade students place for students to work for half-hour sessions. We independently on homework have been working on creat­ or spend some quiet time ing a four-year high school reading. This is a great plan that will help children opportunity for our kids. It decide career appropriate starts at 7 a.m. in Mr. Rosin's courses. During the process, classroom. Thanks for volun­ we help students choose teering Mr. Rosin. classes required by the state Detention room aims to department of education so curb missing assignments that they will be graduating The junior high staff has on time if they do their part been working together with and pass all of their classes. Principal Todd Gonser to cre­ This is a great opportunity for ate a new after-school deten­ students to see the 'big pic­ tion room. It began last week ture' of high school, and it and will be used on Tuesdays gives us a chance to spend and Thursdays at 3:45 after more time with the neat kids the school day ends. The goal here in the Valley. Be sure to is to provide an opportunity sure to pick up a copy ofyour for students to complete and child’s EDP at conferences. turn in missing They are available to you. GREEN LIGHT DRIVING SCHOOL llc been made to close the alley. He said the district was neutral'on the proposal because closing the alley would have no impact on the bus garage. Thefe was some discus­ sion about the fence that Hoffman had erected in the alley approximately 15 years ago when a village official erroneously told him it would not be on village property. “He was misinformed when he put his fence in. We’re just trying to make right what was there before,” said Village Clerk Cathy Lentz. Council President Frank Dunham clarified that clos­ ing the alley meant that the village still owned the prop­ erty in question. “If the bus garage and this gentleman have no problem with this, I don’t know what the issue is,” said Trustee Mary Coll. “It’s just a technical issue,” said Lentz. “If the fence is on village property, we just need to make it legal.” Bracy said the fence was an encroachment on village property. “If the fence has been there 15 years, I don’t think we should make him move it,” said Coll. “If it’s been there 15 years, I don’t think the vil­ lage should be like, ‘Hey, we made a mistake years ago and didn’t catch it so now you have to move it,”’ said Trustee Jack Holden. “I think we need to buck up, accept responsibility, and leave the fence as is,” said Coll. The motion to close the alley and let Hoffman keep his fence was passed by a 6­ 1 vote with Dunham casting the dissenting vote. for trick or treating in the vil­ lage ofNashville. • Discussed requesting the resignation of a planning commission member who has not been attending meet­ ings. • Went into closed session to discuss a personnel issue. No comment was made or action taken on the issue when the council resumed open session. SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS Maple Valley Elementary Lunch Menu Monday, Oct 13 Macaroni and cheese. Green beans, pears, cookie. Tuesday, Oct 14 Chicken nuggets. Mashed potatoes, cinn. applesauce, choc. p. butter bar. Wednesday, Oct 15 1/2 day of school. Thursday, Oct 16 MW Cottage Inn. Pizza. Tossed salad, pineapple-man. orgs., rice cakes. Friday, Oct 17 No school. NOTE: Fuller Alternative Entree Choices: Peanut butter and jelly sandwich, honey and peanut butter sandwich. Maplewood Alternate Entree Choices: 6 oz. Yogurt w/string cheese, chef salad, peanut butter and jelly sand­ wich. Maplewood offers a variety of healthy snacks for 50 cents each (cash only: quarters or dollars only). Milk is included with all full meal purchases. Assort­ ed bread choices daily. Breakfast price: $130; Lunch price: $1.90; Adult price: $2.75; milk only: $.45. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Monday, Oct 13 Macaroni and cheese. Asparagus, fruit cocktail. Salad Bar. Tuesday, Oct 14 Popcorn chicken. Mashed potatoes, peaches. Subway Bar. Wednesday, Oct 15 1/2 day of school, Thursday, Oct 16 Kellogg Cottage Inn. Rotini w/B. Stick. Cal. blend veg., apple crisp. Mexican Bar. Friday, Oct 17 No School. NOTE: Entree’s available daily: cheeseburger, variety of chicken sandwiches, pizza, peanut butter and jelly sand­ wich, fish sandwich, honey and peanut butter sandwich, 6 oz. yogurt w/string cheese. Side choices available daily: garden salad, juice, fresh fruit. Milk is included with all full meal purchases. Seconds available on vegetables at no additional charge. Assorted bread choices daily. Breakfast price: $1.45; Lunch price: $2.25-$2,50; Adult prices: $2.75-$3.00. Milk only: $.45. If you are experiencing these symptoms you may benefit from this FREE educational forum Light headedness Vertigo/spinning Foggy or fuzzy Fainting Sensation Headaches Floating Sensation Neck Pain Imbalance Fatigue What: Who: Date: Location: Difficulty focusing I seeing Falls Staggering Symptoms occur with quick head movements Symptoms associated with fullness in ears Symptoms worsen when negotiating stairs or walking in crowds Free educational forum on vestibular rehab Derek Migazzi, Physical Therapist October 16, 2008 @ 4pm No Reservations Needed 840 Cook Rd. - Hastings, MI 49058 PH: 269-945-9520 Toll Free: 800-596-1005 Hastings Orthopedic Clinic is dedicated to providing the highest degree ofservice in an efficient, personal andprofessional manner. 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Main (M-66), Nashville Segment I $285 Oct. 27 - Nov. 13 Dec. 1 - Dec. 18 In other business, the vil­ lage council: • Approved a motion for the DPW to fix the ditch in front of the home of Jim Whelpley, located at 3062 Curtis Road, to prevent fur­ ther flooding. ’ • Heard a report from Nashville Police Chief Jerry Schray who noted that there were 594 complaints for the month of September, down from the 685 complaints filed in September 2007. He also noted the department had received $500 in paid parking tickets and recently sold 12 impounded bikes at auction for a total of $230.75. The department was investigating the recent lar­ ceny of several vehicles in the village, said Schray, adding that suspects had been found and that most of the stolen items had been recovered. • Approved the payment of October bills totaling $87,163. • Heard a report from Clements who noted that water usage for the month of September was average but sewer usage doubled due in part to the 10 inches of rain that fell in the village last month. Some street repairs were made after the heavy rains, he added. • Heard from village resi­ dents during the public com­ ment portion of the meeting. Janet Jarman expressed con­ cern that the leash law was not being enforced in Putnam Park. Mike Snyder asked if the village was going to respond to his complaint about the domestic, flightless African geese that have taken up res­ idence on the millpond and have become a public nui­ sance. Schray said that Barry Kenneth S. Merriman, M.D. • Eric S. Leep, D.O. • James L. Horton, Jr., D.O. 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IT IS ORDERED: The purpose of this action is to remove the cloud of title on the land and premises described below by having the existing mortgage be declared null and void and strick­ en from the records or, in the alternative, by having the existing mortgage discharged in order that title to the property be cleared by judgment of this court and that title to the property be Plaintiff’s in fee simple. 1. You are being sued in this court by the plaintiff. Lots 3 & 4, Block 21 City of Rogers City, Presque Isle County, Michigan. Tax Parcel Numbers: 150-001­ 000-228-00 and 150-001-000­ 229-00. You must file your answer or take other action per­ mitted by law in this court at the court address above on or before December 15, 2008. if you fail to do so, a default judgment may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint filed in this case. 2. A copy of this order shall be published once each' week in Maple Valley News (Eaton County for three consecutive weeks, and proof of publication shall be filed in this court on/before 11/05/2008. Date: Sept. 17, 2008 Judge: Donald J. McLennan 0667B322 E.A.R.T.H. = EDUCATED ANIMAL Rescue and Teen Haven is in urgent need of HAY DONATIONS. We will come pick it up, clean out your bam of old hay (Any type ofhay that isn't moldy). E.A.R.T.H. 501(c)3 is a non-profit organization. All donations are tax deduc­ tible. PLEASE CALL (269)962-2015 Recreation October, November have most car/deer crashes With the arrival of fall, motorists should be more aware of deer while traveling on Michigan roadways. 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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. OQPUPAOL HOUSMQ E Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 and that’s what makes them such a traffic safety threat,” said Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land. “Car/deer crash­ es aren’t limited to rural areas - motorists in suburban and urban areas are also at risk. Your best defense is to stay focused on the road, avoid any distracting activi­ ties, and always wear a safe­ ty belt.” Kent County once again topped the state’s counties in number of car-deer crashes in 2007 at 2,071. The remaining top four were Jackson (2,030); Oakland ($1,876); Calhoun (1,802); and Ingram (1,689). Among other local coun­ ties, Barry County reported 1,101; Allegan 1,080; Kalamazoo 1,340; Eaton 1,427; and Ionia 1,200. Motorcyclists are particu­ larly vulnerable when involved in collisions with deer. Seven of the 11 traffic fatalities involving deer in 2007 were motorcyclists. In 2006, nine motorcyclists died in deer/vehicle crashes. Although motorists should be aware of deer at all times, 80 percent of all car-deer crashes occur on two-lane roads between dusk and dawn. The state has a 1.75 mil­ lion-strong deer herd. Most deer are herd animals and frequently travel in single life. “If you see one deer cross the road, chances are there are more nearby,” noted Penney Melchoir, Depart­ ment of Natural Resources field coordinator. Although motorists should be aware of deer at all times, 80 percent of all car-deer crashes occur on two-lane roads between dusk and dawn. The Michigan Deer Crash Coalition, which was organ­ ized 12 years ago to draw attention to the statewide traffic safety issue, is dedi­ cated to reducing car/deer crashes. The coalition reminds drivers that they should not swerve to avoid hitting a deer. Police statis­ tics show that most motorist deaths and injuries occur when drivers swerve to avoid hitting deer and strike an object, such as a tree or another vehicle. No one wants to see the deer destroyed, but striking the animal is often the safest action. If a crash with a deer is unavoidable, the coalition recommends drivers: • Don’t swerve. • Brake firmly. •Hold onto the steering wheel with both hands. • Come to a controlled stop. • Steer the vehicle off the road. • Be alert all year. Watch for deer especially at dawn and dusk, when deer are most active. • After seeing a deer, approach cautiously, since there may be more out of sight When startled by an approaching vehicle, deer can panic and dart out from any direction without warn­ ing. • Always slow down when traveling through areas heav­ ily populated by deer. (Copies of the MDCC brochure, “Don’t Veer for Deer,” are available free at www.michigan.gov/ohsp (click on Traffic Safety Materials); fax to 517-336­ 2663; call (517) 333-2722; or email trafficsafety® michigan.gov. For more information, visit www, semcog.org/MDCC/aspx) Delton Kellogg leaves Lions without a win in the league Delton Kellogg scored three goals in the first half of the first half Monday, and held on for a 5-1 win over Maple Valley in the final game of the Kalamazoo Valley Association tourna­ ment. Delton was quick to put points on the scoreboard against Maple Valley, with Joe Koopman scoring off an assist from Mitch Wandell three minutes into the open­ ing half. Eight minutes later it was Wandell’s turn to score. The Panthers keep up the pressure, with CJ Andersen popping in a goal off an assist by Jimmy Deibert 22 minutes into the half. Delton started the second half with another quick goal, as Janson Fluty put in a cor­ ner kick from teammate Deibert eight minutes in. Wandell assisted Koopman for the second time midway through the second half, for the final score of the game. James Brown scored the lone Lion goal, in between the two Delton tallies in the second half. The Panthers outshot the Lions 19-11 on the night, with Scott Hoekstra making three saves in the first half for Delton while teammate Fluty turned aside seven in the second half. The Lions got seven saves each from first half keeper Christian Stein and second half keeper Ethan Clark. The Panthers finish sev­ enth in the overall league standings, and the Lions eighth. Maple Valley visits Belding to open the Division 3 District Tournament on Monday evening. The win­ ner of that game will face either Delton Kellogg or Olivet Thursday at Portland. GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Ca// 269-945-9554 to start getting all the news ounty. USORORDQJQJIIOZ n - NOTICE TO THE VOTERS OF CASTLETON TOWNSHIP AND THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE There will be a power point informational meeting on the upcoming ambulance operations millage proposal on October 14th at 7 pm at the EMS Station. Take advantage of this opportunity by attending this very important meeting. Ask questions, tour the facili­ ty and tlak with the EMS people. For additional information on this meeting call: 517­ 852-9479. NOTICE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE HYDRANT FLUSHING Beginning October 20th the Village DPW will be flushing hydrants, 9am to 3pm and will finish up on October 22nd. 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 06678785 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, October 11, 2008 — Page 9 PROPOSALS, continued from page 5 ’’R fetaiha. Mb : E : ■ JtWrt *' ^811 5 ™» t°I * gettii^S oil* neu;s /M County- the state constitution to of research — embryonic address human embryo and stem cell research — is pro­ human embryonic stem cell hibited because the embryo research in Michigan. is destroyed in the process. The proposed constitu­ Scientists are particularly tional amendment would: interested in stem cells • Expand use of human extracted from embryos embryos for any research because they behave differ­ permitted under federal law ently than any other type of subject to the following lim­ cell, even stem cells taken its: the embryos: from adults, fetuses, fetal tis­ - are created for fertility sue or umbilical cords. First, treatment purposes; embryonic stem cells are - are not suitable for pluripotent, meaning that implantation or are in they can create any cell in excess of clinical needs; the human body, except for - would be discarded sperm and egg cells. Stem unless used for research; cells taken from other tissue - were donated by the per­ are multipotent, which son seeking fertility means they can build other treatment. types of cells like them­ • Provide that stem cells selves; for example, stem cannot be taken from human cells found in bone marrow embryos more than 14 days can produce all types of after cell division begins. blood cells. • Prohibit any person from Second, embryonic stem selling or purchasing human cells can replicate them­ embryos for stem cell selves endlessly, permitting research. researchers to use successive • Prohibit state and local generations of cells without laws that prevent, restrict or hiving to isolate the original discourage stem cell stem cells again. research, future therapies (Replicating stem cells in and cures. this manner is not the same Should this proposal be as cloning cells to produce a adopted? human being.) Some scien­ Yes No tists believe that studying Background embryonic cells could lead to Since 1978, Michigan’s possible treatments for Public Health Code has pro­ Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, hibited research on a live juvenile diabetes, spinal cord human embryo if that injuries and bums, as well as research jeopardizes the a more complete understand­ health of the embryo. Since ing of human development, this law was enacted, the disease development and development of in vitro fer­ birth defects. tilization (IVF) therapy, in The Proposal which one or more fertilized Specifically, the proposal embryos are implanted in a would permit a person seek­ woman, has become an ing fertility treatment to increasingly common donate to scientific research method of treating infertility. embryos that otherwise In most instances, excess would be discarded. The per­ embryos not used for trans­ son would have to provide plant are discarded. In some written consent documenting states and countries, a this donation. The embryos woman or couple may could not be older than 14 donate the excess embryos days; however, that time dur­ for scientific research. In ing which an embryo was Michigan, however, this type frozen would not count toward the 14-day limit. A person could not pur­ chase or sell human embryos for stem cell research. 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The reserves got their chance, because the regulars did their jobs and did them well. “I thought that on both sides of the ball our lines came off the ball very well tonight, and seemed to con­ trol the game,” Mittelstaedt said. On offense, that opened things up for the Lion run­ ning backs. Michael Paisley had his best game ofthe sea­ son rushing the football. He carried it 14 times for 136 yards, and ran in three twopoint conversion attempts. “I wanted to get some aggression out,” Fisher said after the game. “My big boy, Brogan COBB WELL DRILLING (REPAIR • 7 Day Service • Pumps Installed & Repaired • Service On Submersible Pumps • 2” - 5” Well Drilling and Repair 30 Years Experience Estimates Available 517-726-0377 356 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Richard Cobb David Cobb H| Ml Lie. H1748 Maple Valley senior Michael Paisley rushes into the end zone on a two-point conversion attempt in the fourth quarter of Friday night’s 30-6 homecoming night victory over Parchment. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Bodenmuller had some awe­ some blocks. So did (backs) Jeff Burd, Dustin Houghton, and if it wasn’t for my line I wouldn’t have done that. All the credit goes to those guys.” The Lions finished with 269 yards rushing. Fullback Kyle Burns had a solid game too. He carried the ball 13 times for 85 yards and two touchdowns. Burns got the scoring started on the Lions’ first drive of the game, after a three-and-out by the Parchment offense, rushing in from 21 yards out. The two-point try was no good, and Maple Valley had a 6-0 lead. Maple Valley’s defense had a great night too, led by the defensive line and the linebackers who put a lot of pressure on the Panthers in the backfield. Dusty Cowell had five tackles in the game, , and four ofthem were sacks. The Lions forced Parchment into a three-andout on its second series too, but Maple Valley’s Jeff Hometown Lumber lace y°ur Hunting Supplies! • Ammunition • Calls • Outerwear a • Arrows • Broadheads • Boots Burd muffed the punt and it was recovered by Parchment. The ball got away from Burd as he was being leveled by the Panthers’ 6-3- 300-pound lineman Gauge Hunter.. Burd told assistant coach Chris Ricketts on the side­ line soon after the play, “holy cow, I don’t think I’ve ever been hit that hard.” But the Lion defense rose to the task, forcing a third three-and-out. Maple Valley took over on its own 13yard line and moved the ball out to the 37, when quarter­ back Kyle Fisher connected with a rejuvenated Burd on a 63-yard scoring pass. Paisley added the two-point run for a 14-0 lead. Parchment struck right back; thanks to a 52-yard kick return by Brysen Beals that put the Panther offense in good field position late in the first quarter. Beals fin­ ished off the short drive with a six-yard touchdown run, and the Panthers missed the extra-point kick. The rest of the first half, Parchment managed just five yards of offense and had one turnover, an interception by Burd. Bums scored on a seven­ yard run with 6:59 left before the half to put his team back up by two scores, and Paisley again added the two-points. An 11-yard scoring pass from Kyle Fisher to Riley Fisher with 11:07 left to play in the fourth quarter, and a third Paisley twopoint ran accounted for the Lions final points. They already had more than enough. Parchment had just 122 yards of offense for the night, with only 34 of that coming on the ground. Brysen was their leading ground gainer, with just 2 yards. Combined, Parchment quarterbacks Adrian Cole and Seth DeHaan were 4-of-13 throwing it for 88 yards. Burns led the Lion defense with five tackles. Jesse James had one sack. “It’s been special the last two weeks. We’ve had two great team victories,” Mittelstaedt said. The Lions are now 4-3, and need to win out to guar­ antee themselves a spot in the state play-offs. That won’t be easy. A win this coming Friday would be very special, as the Lions host Constantine. The Falcons improved to 6-1 with a 52-14 win over Delton Kellogg last night. Parchment falls to 2-5 with the loss. Get your o LICENSES HERE! HOMETOWN LUMBER & HARDWARE 219 S. State, Nashville • (517) 852-0882 www.hometownlumber.com Maple Valley fullback Kyle Burns drags Parchment linebacker Micah Gurd on a run in the second quarter Friday night. (Photo by Brett Bremer) MVHS names ‘08 King and Queen Maple Valley High School named seniors Nick Parks and Kayla Chapman the 2008 Homecoming King and Queen during a ceremony at half-time of the Lion varsi­ ty football team’s 30-6 win over Parchment Friday night. 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HABITAT MANAGEMENT BY: KIP ADAMS, QDMA DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION AND OUTREACH, NORTHERN REGION Quality Deer Management (QDM) continues to increase in popularity across North America As hunters develop a more complete understanding of QDM, the importance of habitat quality takes a larger role. OfQDM’s four building blocks, herd management is oftenthefirstthathunters gravitate to, but habitat management quickly grabs the attention of many QDM practitioners and is often one of the most satisfying aspects of a deer management program. When asked for QDMA’s perspective on habitat management, it is difficult to give an all-inclusive answer, but it is possible to provide a general overview of critical deer habitat components. Quality habitat is important for bucks and does in all age classes. Does need nutritious forage to raise healthy fawns, bucks need it for large bodies and antlers, and both sexes require adequate cover to escape predation. Given the average deer eats 2,000 pounds of vegetation annually, it’s easy to see a tremendous amount of forage is necessary to support even a lowdensity deer herd. Larger herds and herds managed to maximize body and antler growth and reproductive capacity require even more high-quality foods. For this article, I’ll separate habitat management into three general categories - forests, old fields and food plots. We can easily separate these broad categories into smaller units, but for simplicity, I’ll limit it to three. Forests include areas dominated by woody vegetation and include scrub and shrub habitats. Old fields include areas dominated by grasses, legumes and forbs. These areas are in early successional stages and can include some small woody species. Food plots are areas in agricultural-type plantings. Natural vegetation management includes forests and old fields, and should be the focus ofyour habitat management efforts. Food plots should be used to supplement the natural vegetation. Forests Forests dominate the landscape in much of the whitetail’s range. These wooded habitats provide food and cover, and should include a diversity of stand types and age classes interspersed across the landscape. This diversity of stand structure helps provide year-round forage and cover, and is especially important at the geographic limits of the whitetail’s range. For example, insufficient winter cover from spruce/fir/hemlock stands in northern New England can preclude deer herd growth even if adequate spring, summer and fall habitats exist. Young stands are important from a forage and cover perspective. Mature forests are important for thermal cover and mast production, but they only produce an average of 50-100 pounds of browse per acre. Early successional stands may produce 1,000-2,000 pounds of browse per acre, and they also provide the low ground cover necessary to protect fawns from predatioii and provide adults with secure bedding sites. For these reasons, a mix of age classes is important. Proper forest management may be achieved by techniques ranging from timber harvesting to prescribed burning to quality vegetation management (QVM). QVM is a popular southern forestry technique that involves spraying an herbicide to control undesirable hardwood brush, conducting a controlled bum to remove dead vegetation, and fertilizing the forest to encourage new growth. Research has demonstrated QVM can dramatically improve habitat quality for whitetails. Structure within the forest is also important. Tops from felled trees and brush piles provide security for whitetails, nest and den locations for other animals, and they can also protect seedlings from being browsed. Open park-like understories may look “clean” but they offer little for deer and other wildlife species. Ifyou can see 50­ 100 yards in the woods, or if the woods are easy to walk through, then the understory layer is too open and deer would benefit from additional low-lying structure. Old Fields Old fields provide food and cover, and should represent a minimum of 1-5% of a property. Some areas Craig Harper from the University ofTennessee will discuss managing old fields for improved food and cover in July at the QDMA National Convention. Food Plots Foodplots providefood,andspecies such as com also provide excellent cover. Research has demonstrated measurable improvements in body weight and other physical parameters when 1% of an area is The Eaton County Branch of duality Deer Management Association would like to help youjump start your own neighborhood Co-op. Funds are currently available for mailings, flyers, organizational meetings etc. Help make a change in your area! Call for details: Ron Wilson: S17652-9133 Jim (Jamey) Stradern: 517930-2586 Brian Elliston: 517541-0191 JoelMalcuit: 517726-0025 in the Midwest and Plains states are dominated by old/agriculture fields, but many areas in the whitetail’s range lack an adequate amount ofthis habitat type. Proper management of old fields ensures abundant food from legumes and forbs, and native warm-season grasses (NWSG) provide excellent escape, bedding, thermal and fawning cover. NWSG have been popular in the Midwest for many years and are being used at an increasing rate in the Northeast. Old fields can be maintained by prescribed burning, disking, mowing, crushing with a roller chopper or bulldozer, fertilizing, applying herbicides, and/or a combination of these techniques. The preferred technique(s) will be dictated by your location. For example, prescribed burning is a valuable tool used throughout the Southeast but used infrequently in the Northeast due to liability and smoke management concerns. Dr. planted in high-quality food plots. 1 recommend planting 3-5% of an area to ensure abundant forage and guard against poor weather, insects or other losses. The goal for a food plot program should be to provide year-round nutrition. There are many planting options, but a good rule ofthumb is to plant 60% of your food plot acreage in cool-season perennials (clover mixes), 20% in cool-season annuals (brassicas), and 20% in warm-season annuals (com, soybeans, etc.). You can alter these percentages as necessary based on your location. For example, Southern managers generally plant a little heavier percentage ofwarm­ season annuals. If you run short on summer food, plant additional warm-season annuals. Ifyou need more winter forage, plant more brassicas and/or com. Regardless of plant type, you should distribute food plots across the landscape. Plots typically Shoot or Don't Shoot? Your Chpic What a difference a year makes! Eaton County Branch range from _ to 5 acres, and long irregularly-shaped plots maximize the amount of edge habitat Ifyou have cool-season plots larger than 5 acres, divide them into multiple plots and select plant species to maximize seasonal use by deer. Warm-season plots tend to be larger as it is common for deer to destroy small com, soybean or cowpea plots before they become established. Agricultural fields, abandoned fields, log landings and logging roads can all be productive food plot sites. You may even choose to “carve” food plots into forested areas. Such work can be expensive and labor intensive, but exact location and design can be specified to have the plot double as a strategic hunting location. This can be especially important when trying to harvest mature bucks. Once you’ve chosen your sites, prepared and amended the soil, selected seed varieties and planted the plots, what-do you do next? You PRAY for rain! You can do everything right and your plots can fail if they don’t receive adequate moisture. This reiterates the importance of focusing on natural vegetation management and using food plots to supplement - not replace - that habitat work. Habitat management on private lands is accelerating at an incredible pace. QDMA members own and manage over 13 million acres in the U.S. Combine that with land being managed by other conservation organization members and the acreage is astounding. Proper habitat management for deer provides year-round cover from hardwood and softwood tree species, old fields and NWSG. Proper habitat management also provides yearround food from hard and soft mast, forbs, vines and shrubs, hardwood and softwood browse, and food plots. A diversity of species, stand types and age classes is necessary to provide this array of forages and cover. The “carrot” for many QDMA members’ habitat work is better deer hunting, but good deer habitat benefits many other species as well. Kip’s Korner is written by Kip Adams, a certified wildlife biologist and Director of Education and Outreach for the Northern Region for the Quality Deer Management Association (QDMA). The QDMA is a non-profit wildlife conservation organization dedicated to promoting sustainable, high-quality, white-tailed deer populations, wildlife habitats and ethical hunting experiences through education, research, and management in partnership with hunters, landowners, natural resource professionals, and the public. The QDMA can be reached at 1-800-209- �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, October 11,2008 — Page 12 24 HOURS Literacy character expressto visit Toddler Time OPEN: 7 DAYS A WEEK NASHVILLE i 133 S. Main Nashville, Ml 517-852-0868 ONE You’re In, You’re Out... You’re H me Grocery Store Pricing With Party Store Convenience.' SALE TUE. 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None sold to dealers or minors. ___________________ Some items not always as pictured. Nashville IGA Express Accepts: Mon.-Thur. 6am-iopm, FrlJSat. 6AM-Mldnlght: Sun. 9AM-10PM Toddler Time kids make rain sticks. Pictured are (from left) Olivia Meeker, Zyra Fenner, Alyssa Piper, Lily Faurot, Taylor Carpenter, Camden Carpenter, with their moms Holly Carpenter, Debbie Piper and Vanessa Fenner. Bridge Cards > WIC Coalition events visit the Web site www.cadl.org. Toddler Time has also changed the time it meets to 11:30. Toddler Time is held every Thursday, at 11:30 a.m., in the preschool room of the Vermontville Congregational Church and typically runs 40 minutes. The program is run entire­ ly by volunteers of Eaton Intermediate School District and focuses on pre-literacy, school preparedness and just plain old fun. Activities typi­ cally consist of story time, dancing, singing, ABCs, 123s, a craft project and occasionally unique guest speakers. The program is specifical­ ly geared for children ages 0 to 5, but children of all ages are welcome. Themes for October are: Oct. 16 - Take a ride on a real school bus. Oct. 23 — Stella Luna. Oct. 30 - Halloween cos­ tume party. Nov. 6 — scarecrows. Maple Valley teams second at Lakewood’s little invitational Lakewood’s third home invitational of the season at the Sunny Crest Youth Ranch Tuesday was a three­ way battle between the Vikings, Maple Valley lions, and Coldwater Cardinals. The Vikings came out on top in both competitions, with seniors Ashley Pifer and Billy Quint winning individual titles too. Quint took the boys’ championship with a time of 17 minutes 38 seconds, beat­ ing out Coldwater’s Josh Holicki who was the runnerup in 17:49. The team standings weren’t even that close. The Vikings, finished the day with 25 points. Maple Valley edged Coldwater for second, 52 to 53. Tucker Seese was the sec­ ond finisher for Lakewood, placing third overall in 18: 18. Richie Noyce was fourth in 18:51, Steve DeJong eighth in 19:43, and Jesse Teachworth ninth in 19: 45. Maple Valley was led by Joe Benedict and Josh Perkins who finished fifth and sixth in 18:57 and 19:17. The Lions’ Tyler Brumm was 11th in 19:59, Caleb Chambers 14th in 20:09, and Zach Mellville 16th in 21:21. Irish beat Lion spikers in three games in KVA Maple Valley’s varsity volleyball team has three more chances to score its first Kalamazoo * Valley Association victory of the season. The Lions will be home for their next two contests in the league, Oct. 15 against Parchment and Oct. 22 against Constantine. Hackett Catholic Central knocked the Lions’ record in the conference to 0-6 with a 3-0 win in Kalamazoo Wednesday. The Fighting Irish won by the scores of 2518, 25-15,25-16. The Lions are now 6-22-5 overall on the season. Pifer won the girls’ race by nearly a minute, finishing in 21:20. Coldwater’s Jaycie Littley was second in 22:16. The Vikings topped Maple Valley 26-29 for the champi­ onship. Coldwater had just four runners, and didn’t record a team score. The Lions had Erin Shoemaker place third in 22:28 and Lauren Trumble fourth in 22:36. The next three Maple Valley runners came in one after the next within 19 seconds of each other. Kayla Shaw was ninth in 23:10, Pantera Rider tenth in 23:22, and Megan Shoemaker 11th in 23:29. Behind Pifer for Lakewood, Roxanne Powelson was sixth in 22:55, Cassie Thelen seventh in 22:58, Alexis Brodbeck eighth in 23:05, and Carolina Martinez 14th in 24:23. Maple Valley runs at the Greater Lansing Invitational today (Oct. 11) at Grand Ledge, then returns to league action as Kalamazoo Christian hosts the final Kalamazoo Valley Association jamboree Tuesday afternoon. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/822/MapleValleyNews_2008-10-18.pdf f4617052f6a5d4fb52b9c861948c40e7 PDF Text Text ^i: PRSRT STD US POSTAGE PAID HAST S Ml PERMIT NO.7 MVN Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 136-No. 42, October 18, 2008 A local paper oftoday! Maple Valley board discusses budget cuts, fund balance by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The main focus ofMonday night’s Maple Valley Board of Education meeting was a discussion of what the district should do to balance its budg­ et in light ofdecreased enroll­ ment and a projected deficit of $375,000 for the 2008-09 school year. Maple Valley Schools Director of Finance Darryl Sydloski explained the situa­ tion in his report to the board. “Our student count was conducted on Wednesday, Sept. 24. The numbers are not final, but they don’t look good,” he said. “As of right now, our September unaudit­ ed count is 1,475, that is 85 students down from our count done last February, which was 1,560. It would give us a student blended count of 1,496. The state takes 75 per­ cent of the September and 25 percent of the February count income up with the blended count. We budgeted for a stu­ dent blended count of 1,548. We budgeted for a student blended count of 1,548. We also budgeted for a $100 per­ pupil increase, but the state passed a $112 per-pupil increase. When factoring in both the student loss and the additional $12 per-pupil increase, the net effect is a potential loss of state rev­ enues of $356,000 more than we budgeted for (in) June.” Sydloski added that he has already adjusted the 2008-09 budget to reflect expenditure and revenue changes since the budget was adopted in June. Adding the difference with the $356,000 decrease in state funding means the dis­ trict is facing a possible $375,000 deficit for the 2008­ 09 school year. Combined with the $78,000 deficit remaining from the 2007-08 school year, the district will be looking at a total deficit of $453,000. The board will need to present and adopt an amend­ ed budget in November and is asking the community for input. Maple Valley Superintendent of Schools Kim Kramer said he is asking members of the community to contact him or board mem­ bers and let their opinions and ideas be known. He said the options facing the board include dipping into the fund equity to cover the deficit, making mid-year budget cuts, or a combination ofboth. “I will make a proposal for the board to vote on in November, and it’s probably going to be a combination of making some cuts and going into our fund equity,” he added, noting that the board has to follow a certain time line if budget cuts are going to be made in January. “I don’t know how the board will vote; it’s up to them to make the final decision.” Proposed mid-year cuts that would have limited impact on classrooms might include eliminations such as secretarial and support staff, spring and summer music programs, the high school musical, athletic transporta­ tion, sixth grade camp and several extracurricular activi­ ties. These cuts would total $252,927 leaving a $200,000 deficit. Reductions that would have a direct impact on class­ rooms include laying off one second grade teacher, one combination fourth and fifth grade teacher and one junior high school and one high school teacher for a savings of $134,969. Cuts that cannot be made mid-year but are being considered include closing Kellogg School, split­ ting bus runs, eliminating all non-core high school classes, and privatizing or out-sourc­ ing secretarial and custodial services. Before Kramer opened the floor for discussion and com­ ments Monday, Sydloski gave a brief PowerPoint pres­ entation explaining what a fund balance is and where Maple Valley’s stands cur­ rently. Sydloski said the fund bal­ ance is made up of three things: Cash on hand, accounts receivable and accounts payable. He said that districts can build a fund balance in order to meet an increase in capital expendi­ ture, allow the district to bet- ter manage a declining enroll­ ment or mid-year reduction in state aid, and provide flexibil­ ity in dealing with emergen­ cies. The Michigan School g Business Officials (MSBO) recommends that districts maintain 15 to 20 percent fund balances — a level nec­ essary to avoid borrowing during the two-month period between the August and October state aid payments. Sydloski also noted that a larger fund balance gives a district a “financial cush­ ion” that may allow it to avoid mid-year changes in educational programing or employee layoffs. Sydloski reported that a recent MSBO survey revealed that 75 per­ cent of school districts will spend or reduce their fund balance. Maple Valley’s fund bal­ ance has been steadily decreasing since the 2004-05 school year. In 2002-03 the fund balance was 32.7 per­ cent ($4,069,690); in 2003-04 it was 34.4 percent ($4,285,232), it dropped to 25.1 percent in 2004-05 ($3,389,634), 21.9 percent in 2005- 06 ($2,947,651), 19.9 percent in 2006-07 ($2,702,607) and an estimat­ ed 18.1 percent in 2007-08 ($2,431,027). According to Sydloski, Maple Valley’s 2006- 07 fund equity of 19.9 percent put it in the top 25 percent of schools in Michigan. Among local schools only Pennfield had a higher 2006­ 07 (21.6 percent) fund equity. Holt follows Maple Valley with 18.8 percent, Olivet, 14.5 percent, Charlotte, 11.4 percent; Grand Ledge 9.7 percent, Delton, 4.7 percent, and Hastings 1.5 percent. “We are fortunate that the board has done a good job managing the budget,” said Kramer, “But, even now, that is not going to help.” If the district uses its fund equity to defray its deficit, it will likely need to borrow money in order to cover cash- See BUDGET CUTS, continued on page 4 k look back at the Maple Valley High School homecoming parade Members of the Maple Valley Board of Education greet the crowds lining the parade route. Maple Valley junior cheerleaders wave to family and friends. See HOMECOMING, continued on page 3 In This Issue • Little Critter to visit Putnam District Library • Superintendent’s column: Some of the Maple Valley Lions’ youngest fans take to the parade route. Homecoming princess Stephanie Courtney and prince Brandon Cosgrove are presented at half-time. (Photos courtesy of Lori Courtney). School’s budget crunch is serious • Maple Valley girls snap their KVA losing streak • Friday night football results �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, October 18, 2008 — Page 2 Early 4s learn about fire safety Little Critter to visit Putnam District Library Allen Brass helps his son Joshua dial 911. Jaime Steele tries on a fire fighter mask. Oct. 5 to 11 was National Fire Prevention Week and students in the Early 4s program at Fuller Street Elementary School enjoyed a visit by the firefighters from Nashville Wednesday. Students learned how to be safe if there was ever a fire in their homes. They also saw the fire fighters in their gear. On Thursday, Allen Brass, a 911 dispatcher came into the classroom and taught the children about using 911. The children also got to practice dialing 911 on a pretend telephone. Youngsters are encour­ aged to bring their parents to Putnam Library Oct 24 to meet- Little Critter, the furry, almost-well-behaved charac­ ter from the stories ofMercer Mayer. A special preschool story time will take place at 1 p.m. Friday in the children’s room. Library staffwill share books and activities, and then Little Critter himself will make a live appearance to meet Maple Valley’s youngest readers. Parents are encouraged to bring their cameras for this photo opportunity. All families in attendance will be eligible to enter a drawing for door prizes, with registration starting at 12:45 p.m. Tip sheets for reading with preschoolers will be available for caregivers, and every child at the event will receive a free book to take home. This special story time is an Early Childhood Literacy Coalition event sponsored by Early Childhood Connections of Eaton County in cooperation with Putnam District Library. Other upcoming children’s events at Putnam District Library include Spooky Storytime 6:30 p.m. Anticipating a visit from Little Critter, library assistant director Emily Mater shares a Mercer Mayer book with Holly Rosin after last Friday's story time. Tuesday, Oct. 28, and the annual Haunted Library on Friday, Oct. 31, during Nashville’s trick-or-treat hours. Wear a favorite orange and black attire for -Spooky Storytime, and sur­ prise library staff with a cos­ tume on Halloween. Call the library at 517-852-9723 for October blood drive exceeds 50 pint goal The October blood drive in Nashville netted 53 pints ofblood, three pints over the goal for the month. Donors were served doughnuts from Good Time Pizza, and Mulberry Gardens donated two $5 gift certifi­ cates to the restaurant, which were won by Jake Goodner and Frank Dunham. The following donors received gallon pins (indicat­ ed by numbers after names: LeRoy Brownfield, 5; Bill Fox, 2; Pat Hickey, 8; Larry Trumble, 2; Lester Woodbury, 5; Sharon Zimmerman, 1; Richard Edwards, 14; John Rathbum, 33; Robert Bender, 1; and Sarah Yatz, 2. Red Cross Nashville blood 7 Month Unlimited OR $OE 15 Anytime visits Don't let cold weather get you down. Come in for a fresh warm look and “be Envied" '-Diana’s <-Pfoce MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Tuesday - Friday S.E. Corner ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 HASTINGS 4 IUALITY 269-205-4900 I CtAATltCKDoC Downto Swn Ha Sstings on State St. www.GQTI.com Goodrich Ji $ Rocking Seats • All Digital Sound Free Drink Refills • 25e com refills 207 N. Main Street * Nashville • 517-852-0313 Hours: Tues. 9-4:30«Wed. 9-7»Thurs. 9:30-2»Fri, 9-4 • Sat. 9-2 • Foryour convenience, please use back entrance. pvv $4 tos4.50 ALL SEATS © Stadium Seating Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. 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The Maple Valley High School Marching Band steps on South Main Street in Vermontville. variety of during and after school activities including lunch-time games, dress up days, a pep assem­ bly, powder puff, float decorating and more. The seniors won the spirit contest and the freshman won the float contest. The junior float featured a Burger King theme. The sophomore class created a Wendy’s float (not piclured)- John Knox and Sarah Pena ride in the homecoming parade. Maple Valley Band Director and Homecoming Parade Grand Marshal Dennis VanderHoef leads off the festivities. Association take part in the homecoming parade. Call 269-945-9554 any time for Maple Valley foreign exchange students march in the homecoming parade. Maple Valley News classified ads Jack & Judy s 113 N. Main Nashville 517-852-9700 Hours: Open 7 Days 6AM-8PM I Country Kettle Cafe Fall is a beautiful time of the year. Take a nice color tour drive, enjoy the beauty then drop by for a delicious homemade dinner. Join us - we’ll make Nashville's Friendly Family the the meal meal Restaurant with Family Prices.’ as great as the drive. . 1 Freshman prince and princess candidates Austin Tobias and Jenna Whitaker make their appearance in the homecoming parade. Taco Bell was the theme of the freshman float. �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, October 18,2008 — Page 4 SUPERINTENTDENTS CORNER School’s budget crunch is serious 11,1980, meeting, four more staff members were laid off, secretary and aide hours were cut, and custodians were cut to half time. Later that spring, more cuts were made for the fol­ lowing year. In total, around 17 teachers were laid off. All elementary music, art and physical education classes were cut, more support staff were laid off, more coaches were cut and volunteers were used to coach. Well, it has been said by many historians that this cur­ rent problem is worse. Being in education then and now, I have to agree. Up until now, the school district has been able to make adjustments without making any dramatic changes. We have cut $2.5 Sot since 1980 has the threat to programs been sa real by Kim Kramer For those historians in the community, remember 1980? The nation was going through a recession, and the state’s economy was in bad shape. Counties, municipali­ ties and school districts all over the state were making major budget cuts. At that time, our school district also had to make major cuts to its programs and staff at the semester break. According to the Dec. 8, 1980, board min­ utes: lunch prices were raised, all spring sports were cut, four staff members were laid off, and a special meet­ ing was called. At that Dec. Closing Oct. 10 for the-Season For bulk mulch or dirt call 517-052-1064 Book your winter snow plowing NOW! 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Some say athletics, some say bussing, some say adminis­ tration, some say benefits, some say all extra-curricular activities, etc. The board will listen to all opinions and all seven will collectively try to do what is best. Now is the time for this community to unite, support one another and come together to cre­ atively find solutions. No one from the outside is going to bail us out. Times are dif­ ferent now. The past is the past; the future is in our hands. Your board ofeducation is looking for input from the community as to whether it is time for a change in phi­ losophy on the level of fund equity. If we make mid year cuts, a proposed list is posted below. Please let a board member know your opinion, or feel free to contact me at 517-852-9699. Deficit-elimination options with possible imple­ mentation January 2009 Deficit Outside Eaton County Plus Mileage. Mailed In Your ome WE DEUVER • WE INSTALL! 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Nice location! OPEN HOUSES: Monday, October 27 & Monday, November 3, 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM each day. ’ Options with limited effect on classrooms Eliminate: High school secretary $ 8,139 Half-time JH counseler 19,891 Junior high sports 11,756 Management at athletic events 1,500 Chiropractic Can Help... Neck and back pain, headaches, numbness and more! Nashville Chiropractic Center 144 South Main St RO. Box 146 Vermontville, Ml 49096 nWEgjsTsrgj, 'JQ Phone:517-726-0181 fax: 517-726-0060 stantonsauctions@sbcglobal.net www.stantons-auctions.com Chris Stanton 543-0598 Kathleen J. Swan (Lansing) 517-349-8235 Dr. Mike Califon, D.C. Michigan State University National College of Chiropractic If you have questions or would like to make an appointment call: 517-852-2070 We are a Blue Cross, Medicare and Medicaid provider Most insurances accepted BUDGET CUTS, continued from page 1 flow issues due to the differ­ ence in the district’s fiscal year and state aid payments. “If our fund equity is less than 18 percent, we won’t have enough cash flow to cover bills in September 2008,” said Kramer “Our fund equity will need to remain at 17.5 percent or higher in order for us not to have to borrow to cover the .5 million dollars in expendi­ tures between the end of our fiscal year and the state aid payment September 30. After Sydloski’s presenta­ tion, the board opened the floor to questions and com­ ments from the members of the audience. Maple Valley Para-professional Rae Murphy read a statement on behalf of Maple Valley teachers and support staff. She said that while they, “see the virtue of a healthy fund balance,” they urged the Other: board to use the fund balance Freeze technology and to cover the deficit to supplies purchases 33,000 decrease the impact on the Administration/central students. office staff give Lorraine Benedict, noted back 1 percent raises that speaking on behalf of 4,492 herself and Valerie McCaul, Reduce alt. ed. secretary spoke about their responsibil­ to 1/2 time 8,707 ities as half-time junior high counselors and asked the board for its “careful consideration,” when contem$252^22 plating cuts to the counseling department. Deficit Junior High School still remaining 200,073 Teacher Tonya Meyers who was laid off and then called back earlier this year, Options with direct effect described how she had turned on classrooms down jobs with other school Reduction offour teaching districts and wanted to stay in positions (one Maple Valley. Like Benedict, each: second grade, com­ she asked to board for their bined 4th/5th careful consideration before grade, junior high and eliminating teachers and staff. high school) $134,969 Greg Wendorf, owner of Vermontville Hardware, said Deficit that ifthe district starts laying still remaining $ 65.104 ofteachers and staff, the local businesses will suffer, as well. Other areas suggested “Everyone is talking about (Cannot be done mid-year) how times are tough, and they Close Kellogg School are. Times are tough every­ $ 52,334 where,” he said. “But, If you Change insurance to can’t believe that things will health be better in four years, you savings account have to figure out and try to 185,914 fix it” Implement split bus runs “That’s what the board is 20,000 trying to do, and why they are Offer early retirement considering using the fund incentive equity to try to avoid more 375,000 drastic cuts,” said Kramer. Job out all business office “We went through this two services to ISD 33,000 years ago,” said Wendorf. Eliminate all non-core “Other schools get more per classes at HS 480,000 student than we do. What Cut all specials at elemen­ makes a child in Lansing tary 240,000 more important than yours or Privatize custodial and mine? Who should we yell maintenance * and scream at?” Implement district-wide Kramer responded that the four-day week $ 20,000 disparity in per-pupil funding is the result of“die legislature * (currently in discussions not living up to Proposal A. with the union) They are trying to catch us up, but there is still a gaping hole.” “Some schools receive $2,000 more per pupil,” said Board Trustee April Heinze. Wendorf suggested Kramer include contact infor­ mation for state legislators in one of his upcoming “super­ intendent’s comer” columns, so Maple Valley parents can Dean Monroe let lawmakers know their Vermontville feelings about the inequality. Township Supervisor There was some discussion Paid for by the Committee to elect about using marketing to try Dean Monroe for Vermontville Two. VOTE Call for a flyer with a list of the personal property to be soldi Estate of David Rugg Summer ag. program 7,539 Spring and summer music 4,214 High school musical 4,333 One special education teacher 65,682 Liaison officer 7,750 Transportation to athletic events 7,500 Sixth grade camp 1,494 Two non-instructional aides (one elementary and one sec­ retarial 18,363 Driver education subsidies 1,200 Technology para-pro 7,473 SnowComing, senior trip, prom (advisors) 3,000 Half-time curriculum director 17,443 Day care program (latchkey, preschool) 19,451 Supervisor, 517-490-9647 to increase student enroll­ ment. However, Kramer noted that the cost of market­ ing to the district would have to be weighed against the increase in student enrollment and state funding. “I’ve always been an advo­ cate of not dipping into the fund equity,” said Board President Jerry Sessions, who noted that when he first joined the board, the district was borrowing money, but over time it had built up the fund equity. “I’m not in favor of wasting money, but times are tough and sometimes you have to go out on a limb. If dipping into the fund equity means not disrupting kids in the classroom, then spending $5,000 here and there for interest isn’t so bad ... I’m totally against borrowing, but if it will balance the hurt...” “I agree with Jerry,” said Heinze. “I have three kids in the district, and we feel the same pinches. I don’t think we should make mid-year cuts, decreasing the teaching staffwhen we’re already hurt­ ing there now...” Board Trustee Andrea Montgomery agreed with Sessions and Heinze. “Mid-year cuts will not work for students,” she said. “The board will deliberate this over the course of the next month and give me direction on where we should go — fund equity, mid-year cuts, or a combination of both,” said Kramer, who has urged members of the com­ munity to contact himself or board members to let them know their ideas about how to handle the deficit, before the next board meeting which is slated for 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 10, in the boardroom of the administration building. In other business, the board approved: • The consent agenda for September which included payment of bills and payroll and the requests for leave of absences for Jennifer Miller and Sharon Harris. • The FFA’s trip to the FFA National Convention in Indianapolis Oct. 21 to 25. • Program guidelines for and forms for the use of Accessible Instructional Materials (AIM). During his report, Kramer noted that some legal experts say that using textbooks transferred to disc for use by students with reading disabilities is a viola­ tion of copyright rules. However, the district’s legal counsel advised otherwise and recommended that Maple Valley join the other four schools in the Eaton Intermediate School District and allow students with docu­ mented need access to the recordings available through the ISD. The motion passed unanimously. • A commitment resolution to enter into a consortium agreement with the EISD and other local constituent dis­ tricts for the creation of a fiber-based area-wide net­ work and Internet services, only if Maple Valley receives federal E-rate funding. • A motion to collaborate with the Eaton County Great Parents Great Start program. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, October 18, 2008 — Page 5 IV <% s>';^ >'^ JSJ v kN JSt Q i S S QiSS NVt kfy ”NCkS V k ”CS sS'S ^S*w <l*?S *S$ Homecoming planned at Kalamo UMC The Kalamo United Methodist Church will host a homecoming celebration Sunday, Oct. 26, at both the 9 and 10:30 a.m. worship services to end a month of festivities to celebrate the church’s 140th anniversary. A fellowship time between the two services will give people a chance to visit. Anyone who attended Kalamo UMC in the past is encouraged to come and share their memories and stories. The Nashville Five Plus will be musical guests. HOMETOWN! LUMBER & HARDWARE 852-0882 Monday-Saturday 7:30 am to 5:30 pm www.hometownlumber.com *'2 S S * »£s tZ®> w w. «g> J^'H *» ^’k* fc| c|”W ktaMonJ ktaMo ** tM ;y KSSSiliWi'i 1 WOLEVER’S Real Estate Elsie E. Wolver Broker 135 Washington P.O. Box 95 Res. Vermontville, MI (517) 726-0637 49096-0095 I ;<# <# BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 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 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 1 *0? t '* 41 nr fart Research done al Harvard University by Herbert Benson over the lost four decodes has established how important faith is Io ourphysical health. Benson, who iso cardiologist, originally studied the effects ofmeditation on bloodpressure and what he would toter coll lhe Wotion response/He knew from prior research that stress could cause people's blood pressure to go up, andprodill"v" 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. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship . P.M. Worship........... Wednesday Evening: Worship ...................................7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER i * fcX 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 11 a.m. 6 p.m. 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 Furlong, who was arrested in Eaton County, was wanted on four outstanding warrants out of Barry County District Court, three for civil infrac­ tions and one for contempt of court. ^0 ft -a Shirleys Faith and Relaxation acmm ta J, 0 J-K w 202 N. Main St., Nashville, MI 49073 Sun.-Thurs. 6 am-2 pm; Fri. & Sat. 6 am-8 pm 517-852-2500 saying for years that they could Im change physiologyjust by meditatii HAPPY TRAILS... THE GARDNERS: SHIRLEY AND RICHARD if ot> V QMi $>K\, g-n y Low-priced prescriptions, great coffee & relaxing massage. We'll help you feel better! ofone's breathing ora repealed movement, people could bring about the relaxation response, a lowering ofthe heartrote, blood pressure and otherphysical manifestations ofstress. Besides providing evidence ofthe efficacy ofrepetitious prayer and meditation Benson has also shown that belief in general has a positive impact on ourhealth. Believing that a higherpoweris guiding our life n mokes us feel safer and more secu con sometimes seem like a very de world, but it also helps Io maintain and facilitates healing when we ore should pray often, and know that a l&aple Valley -pharmacyregular hours • Mon-Fri 9-6 • Sat 9-1 219 N. Main • Nashville 517.852.0845 * toll free 877.852.2601 • fax 517.852.0461 www.maplavallayrx.com -.A — Deal! the counter iftvp massage therapy HELP SUPPORT OUR LOCAL CHURCHES... ADVERTISE IN THIS SPACE! working to keep us well. And this is the confidence which we hove in Him, thot if we ask anything according to His will He hears us. And if we know that He hears us in whatever we ask, we know thot we have obtained the requests made of Him. Call R.S.V.1 John 5:14-15 945-9554 Ask for our Sales Dept. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT GRACE WORLD OUTREACH CENTER I*1-*!1* *1-*!1* Barry County Sheriffs Deputies met with their Eaton County counterparts Oct. 5 in Maple Grove Township to take custody of Richard William Furlong, 33, of Maple Grove Township. Benson discovered that they were n and the key was in repetition. By focusing on the repetition ofa sound (such oso mantra), ora short prayer, oreven lhe repetition 0 ,’~ tta •? ’l®«0» p. tgiirtejEi ■ 4 .Wiijiitf H H jfcj (®!M « it • tanS^“ the future and what we can do for the community, today and tomorrow.” Kalamo United Methodist Church is located 1.5 miles south of M-79 on Ionia Road. For more information, call the church at 517-541­ 1144. v 219 S. State St., Nashville, MI 1 !» K''aifcJ ■* Kdninft, J5^n na ittatj, I tai ijjj n^ tadwihiui1' btatadetedrixjfcL itatdtaR^ii itftafrlplty ®ol Miibiri tx ijEsBiii itaf iatafe tU are Bi 'IkaHailr j^nkiiW K HJiSalp! “As we look at the past accomplishments, we will also be sharing a little about what the church is doing in the present and our dreams for the future,” said Pastor Brice Feightner. “While we are proud of our heritage, we want to continue looking to Deputies take custody of man arrested in Eaton County FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG Wed. 5:30 p.m.............. Family Supper 6:00-7:15 ..7.................... Pioneer Club Sun: 9:00.................... Sunday School 10: 00........................... Church Service 11: 00.................................... Fellowship 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 PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Worship Services Sunday School for All Ages .. .10:30 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 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................. 8:30 a.m Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors 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 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School........................... 9:45a A.M. Service................................... 11 P.M. Service.................................... 7 Wed. Service ......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School 10:50 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday Worship Service................ 9:30 a.m. Sunday School............... 11:15 a.m. PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST .. 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 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 M-79 West Sunday Schoo Worship.......... 0 a.m. 1 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH . . 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services: .............. 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer ........... 11:00 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 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 .. .6:30 p.m. AWANA............... 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday 06652379 �Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday. October 18,2008 — Page 6 Top area BBQ chef to compete in fork Throw Down’ at Elks’ Deer Hunters Ball November 1 Charles K. Martin Charles K. Martin, age 86, born April 2,1922 in Tohma, WI, passed away October 11, 2008. Left behind to remember him is his devoted wife of 61 years, Chloe; five daughters, Alice Wiser of Lake Odessa, Mary (Ray) Schriver of Vermontville, Trilby (Charles) Tubbs of Vermontville, Diane (Ed) Monroe of Eaton Rapids, Charlene (Doug) Konen of Dimondale; nine grand chil­ dren; 20 great-grand children. He was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Martin; brother Tom Bloomquist and son-in-law Donald Wiser. Charles was a Veteran of WWII. After the military he married Chloe and worked at Michigan Carton Company for 31 years. After retire­ ment he spent his time wood­ working, raising chickens and turkeys, and spent time with his loving wife and fam­ ily. In the past 10 years he battled many health issues, with Chloe by his side. The family will receive visitors one hour prior to service time beginning at 10 a.m. on October 21, 2008 at Daniels Funeral Home. Memorial services will be held on October 21, 11 a.m. at Daniels Funeral Home, to the Maple Valley Nashville. In lieu of flowers, memori­ Scholarship fund or the al contributions may be made American Heart Association Clara Ella Pennock BATTLE CREEK - Clara Ella (Gillett) Pennock, age 86, of Battle Creek, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, October 11, 2008. Clara was bom June 23, 1922, in Barry County, the daughter of Elmer and Zoe Gillett. Clara was a life long resi­ dent ofNashville. She was a member of the Nashville United Methodist Church, life member of the Eastern Star, life member of Ladies Auxiliary of the VFW. Clara was very involved in many Nashville community activities. Her many interests and activities included crafts, sewing, cooking, jigsaw puz­ zles, crocheting which included making and donat­ ing baby afghans to the Nashville United Methodist Church for baptisms. For the last six years Clara resided at Brookdale Senior Living in Battle Creek, where she was cared for by their loving staff. The family would like to thank all those who supported, visited and cared for Clara while at Sterling House. Clara was survived by her children; Donald (Judy) Pennock, Lois (Ross) Brown, Leigh (Woody) Haroff; eight grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; and special canine friend, Barclay. She was preceded in death by husband Earl Pennock; daughter, Linda Jean Pennock; and son-in-law, John Lane. Funeral Services were held at the Nashville United Methodist Church, Nashville, Wednesday, October 15, 2008 with Pastor Cathy Christman officiating. Interment took place immediately following the funeral at service Lakeview Cemetery Nashville. Memorial contributions may go to the Nashville United Methodist Church. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville. Richard “R.L.” Bowen VERMONTVILLE Richard “R.L.” Bowen, age 72 of Vermontville, died Tuesday, October 14, 2008. Mr. Bowen was bom June 29, 1936 in Eaton Rapids, the son of Claude and Helen (Bunting) Bowen. Mr. Bowen owned his own business remodeling houses for 50 years, was a farmer, truck driver and factory worker. He was a 4-H Leader for the Silver Spurs, trained horses and was a Deputy Sheriff for the Ingham County Posse. He is survived by his wife, Charlene; sons, Jim (Sandra) Bowen and Steve (Sue) Bowen and Don; daughter, Tanya (Eric) Sniegowski; 12 grandchildren. A celebration of his life will be at Riedy’s banquet room in Charlotte from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 18, 2008. Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.prayfuneral.com. Laura Mae Steward SUNFIELD -Laura Mae Steward, age 95, of Lake Odessa, passed away peace­ fully Friday, October 10, 2008. Funeral services were held Monday, October 13, 2008 at the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sunfield. Interment was in the Sunfield Cemetery. Mrs. Steward was born Feb. 4, 1913, in Boone, Michigan. She married John C. Steward on Sept. 6, 1932 at Angola, Indiana. She was a life long resident of the Sunfield area. She and John were avid and loyal Detroit Tiger fans and spent many winters in Lakeland, Florida for the Tiger Spring Training sea­ sons. She loved quilting and made many quilts for beloved family members. Laura also loved to play cards with her friends and family. Laura was preceded in death by her husband, John, and daughter-in-law, JoAnne Steward. She is survived by her three sons, Douglas of St. Louis, Robert (Jane) of Portage, and Richard (Bonnie) of Ionia. She loved her grandchildren, Cheryl (Gary) Havenstein, Michelle (Rich) Patterson, Ron (Debbie) Steward, Jon (Erin) Steward, Lee (Rich) Bailor, Kristin (Norm) Kent, Jim Steward and special friend, Debra Atkins, Tom (Sandy) Steward, Betsy (Jim) Sell, Louis, Jamie, and Nicole Steward. She adored all her great grandchildren and always wanted to hear of their accomplishments and interests. Holly, Robbie, Jeff, Ashley, Melissa, Kenzie, Tom, Elizabeth, JoAnn, Jeffrey, Lisa, Emily Steward, and Janie, were all near and dear to her heart. Laura was especially thankful for three special people who helped her on a daily basis for the past few years of her life, Becki Neil, Jan Smith, and Emili Knop. For those wishing, contri­ butions may be made to the Lake Odessa Library in memory of Mrs. Steward C/O RFH PO Box 36 Sunfield, MI 48890. Express your thoughts and memories in the online Guest Book at www.legacy.com The family is being served by the Independent Family Owned Funeral Home in Sunfield: Rosier Funeral Home. Local pork consumers knew it was only a matter of time before one of the “big dogs” stepped up to take on Doug Gonsalves and Jim Wright’s “Famous Pork.” And it has happened. Regionally awarded pro­ fessional Owen Thompson, proprietor of O.T’s Up ‘n Smoke BBQ at 415 N.E. Capital Ave. in Battle Creek, is ready to place his reputa­ tion and six-time People’s Choice awards on the line against Gonsalves and Wright’s special recipe. The public is invited to attend this “Pork Throw Down” (a good natured cook-off) and the Hastings Elks’ Deer Hunters Ball, which will both take place along with a “delicious din­ ner” on Saturday, Nov. 1. Cocktails begin at 5 p.m. and dinner is at 6 p.m., followed by the Deer Hunters Ball with music by Grumpy Old Men at 8 p.m. at the Hastings Elks Lodge, 102 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. In addition, there will be a num­ ber of different raffles for prizes, ranging from guns to a handmade quilt. All non-hunters are wel­ come too, said Wright. “You don’t have to be a hunter to have fun.” The event is casu­ al dress. Proceeds from the event will be used by the Elks to benefit a number of charita­ ble causes the organization supports, such a pumpkin patch for handicapped kids, a Christmas party for under­ privileged children, veterans’ projects, child abuse preven­ tion, YMCA Camp, Hoop Shoot, sponsorship of two baseball teams for kids, a fishing trip for the handi­ capped, college scholarships for high school graduating seniors, and a donation to a camp for the blind, where the Elks also send’ volunteers. Chef Thompson is the winner of the 2008 People’s Choice award for best allaround ribs and sauce in Muskegon, and in 2008 his ribs won runner-up honors and runner-up for People’s Choice and first place for sauce at the Ribfest in Kalamazoo. In 2007, he won the ‘best ribs’ competition and runner-up for best barbe­ cue sauce award at the Ribfest in Kalamazoo. He won the ‘best ribs’ title at the 2005 Ribs & the Runway in Sturgis and ‘best ribs’ again in 2006 plus the People’s Choice award in Sturgis. For the dinner, 200 lbs. of pork will be prepared as well as 100 lbs. of smashed red­ skin potatoes, 30 quarts of homemade gravy and plenty of secret barbecue sauces. Water, tea or coffee is included. The cost of the meal is $7.50 per plate. Raffle prizes at the event will include a Mossberg 535 Combo, muzzle-loader, NEF Pardner Pump Youth 20ga., a handmade quilt, fishing and hunting-related accessories, plus many women’s gifts. COVRT-S/Df EMBROIDERY 4 SCREEN PRINTING TROPHIES ■ MEDALS ENGRAVING • BANNERS 117 N. 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Daniels n & F®™iIY Owner/Manager 02892907_____________________________________ FROST HEATING & COOLING _________QUALITY, VALUE & SERVICE • New Construction Designed and Installed • Boiler Service and Installation • Radiant Floor and Ceiling Installation • Duct Cleaning and Sanitizing Lake Odessa • Complete Air Conditioning Service and Installation • Tankless Water Heater Sales and Service • 24 Hour Phone Service • Free Estimates Serving YourCommunity forOver 40 Years Nashville (517)852-9565 (616) 374-7595 § I �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, October 18,2008 — Page 7 From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues EMS valuable service in need of funding More dialogue needed on EMS issue ^4 J^4 fftCS * tCK%S !!*S?^ Si?s sis s tiw*' • * Mr *«k »iL‘‘‘,*s' »iL. *s' *' ‘k * C .»^ ^h h 1 5™. r1®*8*^!* J J™ ™ 1**!* !, ** ^JKIkn hfc^yd^i ®M ZEjj^ifen Rh instil a® s’isi iantwp Mt nom MB-fits WKIO IMINS® MO^ M52W .. ,-Srji$cw^. ’.4^ teibnWU To the editor: For many years, the town­ ships of Castleton, Maple Grove, portions of Kalamo, and just recently Woodland have been reliably and well served by the Castleton-Maple Grove-Nashville Area EMS (CMGNA). When medical support or emergencies have arisen, we have been there — only minutes away. The taxpayers of Castleton and Maple Grove townships and the Village of Nashville have always shared the finan­ cial burden as a governmental expense for the communities they serve. Portions of Kalamo and most recently Woodland townships have chosen CMGNA ambulance to provide ambulance service by paying subsidies. This past August, CMGNA EMS had a proposal for a 1mill increase for first time ever for this service, to sup­ port ambulance operations. Both voting townships passed our renewals, which covers equipment purchases and building maintenance. Maple Grove Township passed the operations proposal and Castleton Township did not. Without full support of both townships for the ambulance operations millage, your local ambulance service — along with the professional care as ‘you have now come to know — will cease to exist. CMGNA EMS is a non­ profit municipal agency. The service we provide for these areas are 911 emergency response, inter-facility (hospi­ tal to hospital) transfers, and participation in community events such as United Way, food bank, school functions, and free blood pressure clin­ ics. CMGNA EMS is staffed on premises, providing 24­ hour, seven-day-a-week advanced-life-support transi­ tioning within the past few years from an all-volunteer based service to a nearly a 98 percent part-time paid service. To clarify, ambulance operations support is for salaries, fuel for the ambu­ lance, and daily business operational supplies. As of now, our service is being paid for from the village and township general funds, plus receiving subsidies from Woodland Township and the portions of Kalamo Township that we serve. I believe it is fair to say at this time; those payments from our two non-voting town­ ships are keeping our budget from going "into the red." Everyone in all of the municipalities in Michigan, that includes the village and townships, have financial issues causing them to make difficult decisions. We under­ stand this and respect this. We are not pleased that we have to ask the residents of Castleton and Maple Grove Townships to vote for more taxes to support us, but we are in need of it to keep our doors open. If we shut down our opera­ tions — a service that has served this area for 29 years — you will never get it back and you will go without ambulance coverage or at least still have to pay an out­ side service to cover your area with increased response times of 20 to 25 minutes, which may risk in the loss of life. Your response time from CMGNA EMS is eight to 10 minutes which is a national average. Since January, six ambu­ lance services have gone out of business, affecting those communities greatly, four of which are within a 65-mile radius of the Nashville area and one of those we are now providing service to. Just ask Woodland Township resi­ dents and officials how they feel about losing their ambu­ lance service. Castleton Township is the most populous community served by the CMGNA EMS. The CMGNA EMS wants this relationship to continue. CMGNA Ambulance does not know what ambulance service the people of Castleton Township and the Village of Nashville expect, but the service also cannot continue to exist without your financial support. The option of charging everyone in the coverage area on a payper-call basis directly is not a viable alternative and would quickly cause operations to cease altogether. Please find the value that your neighboring township of Maple Grove views and sup­ port the ambulance opera­ tions millage proposal. In response to the Oct. 9 Hastings Banner and Oct. 11 Maple Valley News articles prompted by Castleton Township resident Don Wiggins questioning the need for the ambulance operations GREEN LIGHT DRIVING SCHOOL uc 301 N. Main (M-66), Nashville 517-852-0000 Segment I ££ rz & !■ ’&* $285 Oct. 27 - Nov. 13 Dec. 1 - Dec. 18 Segment II $40 Oct. 27-29 Nov. 24-26 Parent Meeting ■ Sat. Oct. 25"' at 9 am Special Christmas Gift Certificates Available We partner with parents forSAFE teen drivers!! www.qreenliqhtdrivinq.net millage, I can appreciate any community having someone to stand up and ask questions regarding a situation that may affect his/her taxes. My concern is that Mr. Wiggins’ figures are mislead­ ing and inaccurate, and it takes more than a few hours to learn the operations and finances of an ambulance service — especially coming from someone who has liter­ ally no EMS experience. The CMGNA EMS is run­ ning on a "shoestring" budget to stay open. I would hope that if any citizen of the townships we serve would like to obtain accurate infor­ mation on our finances, oper­ ating costs or bill collections to stop by the EMS secretary/treasurer’s office and make their own conclusions — not just one person’s per­ spective and projections. CMGNA EMS will be holding a public presentation/open forum to answer your questions at the station, 324 N. Main St. in Nashville Oct. 30 at 7 p.m. Please feel free to attend. We welcome any input, questions or concerns you may have at any time. We also welcome Mr. Wiggins to attend our meeting, but he never seems to be available to state his case in person. It is not our place, but it is our belief that this issue will be of great concern to the people of the entire village and townships we serve. It is my belief, and the rea­ son this letter has been sub­ mitted, that this matter is bet­ ter addressed by giving the people who will be affected the opportunity to be heard and letting them have some input on whether this is a worthwhile use of their taxpayer funds. Tim Owen, CMGNA EMS paramedic To the editor: The comments of officials about the financial projec­ tions for the Castleton-Maple Grove-Nashville EMS is another communication opportunity since voters will benefit from the dialogue and be more informed when voting next month on this issue. As a result, the initial financial projections were adjusted using constructive criticisms made by officials to provide alternative pic­ tures for the public. As of April 2009, the cash balance from the initial financial projection would drop from $68,634 to $56,634 by reducing the pro­ jected run revenue from Woodland by half and would still be $44,634 assuming no run revenue was generated from the affiliation for the remainder of the current operating year, which is very unlikely. These sums would still be more than the minimum bal­ ance of $20,000 to $30,000 needed to operate the Castleton-Maple GroveNashville EMS on a sound financial footing as indicated by officials. Applying their sugges­ tions to the reporting period ending March 2010, it was assumed that Woodland and Kalamo did not renew their affiliation and overall operat­ ing expenses were increased by a factor of 10 percent and 20 percent for this operating period. The fund balance from the initial financial pro­ jection would decline from $258,313 to $141,667 or $100,572 after being adjust­ ed downward by lower rev- enues and higher expenses. The projected cash bal­ ances also indicate that the current level of funding of $82,600 from Castleton Township, Maple Grove Township and Village of Nashville could be eliminat­ ed and the cash balance would still be $59,067 or $17,972 with both options still coming very close to meeting the minimum cash balance needed, according to officials. This information should provide additional financial insight on this issue, and maybe more information will be released by officials for consideration by all of us prior to the upcoming elec­ tion. Donald M. Wiggins, Nashville Eaton County hosting integrated crop and pest management update program Michigan State University Eaton County Extension, along with MSU Extension Field Crops Area of Expertise Team, will host the 2008 Integrated Crop and Pest Management Update Tuesday, Dec. 16, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the MSU pavilion. This educational program is for agribusiness, pesticide sales and service profession­ als, crop consultants, field crop educators and farmers who will be provided with 2009 updates and recom­ mendations for potential pest problems, the 2009 MSU guides, and information on fertilizer practices. "The objective of this yearend meeting is to provide upto-date 2009 MSU recom- RETIRING OR mendations early so agribusi­ ness industry can get ready with what they have to sell to the farmers," said Extension Educator George Silva. “We will look back at the 2008 season and discuss the 2009 recommendations. This time­ ly information will help pesti­ cide dealers and users with year-end pesticide purchasing and sales decisions. The industry is dealing with rap­ idly evolving new technolo­ gies and potential pest issues." MSU Extension special­ ists will be on hand to answer questions. Pesticide re-certi­ fication credits will be avail­ able at this session. The cost of attending is $50 per person and includes refreshments, lunch, the LOSING 2009 MSU Weed Control Guide, 2009 MSU Insect and Nematode Control Guide and other Extension bul­ letins. Registrations can be mailed to Eaton County MSU Extension, 551 Courthouse Drive, Suite 1, Charlotte, MI 48813-1047. The deadline for registra­ tion is Dec. 12. After the deadline, the registration fee is $60. Registrations forms can be downloaded from http://web 1 .msue.msu.edu/e aton/2008cropmanagementupdate.pdf. For more information, call the Eaton County MSU Extension office at 517-543­ 2310. BENEFITS? SEARCHING FOR THE RIGHT HEALTHCARE PLAN? YOU have choices... WE have options. Financial Services Professional Kay Goodemoot will be back at Maple Valley Pharmacy for the 4th year in a row to offer no-pressure guidance in choosing a healthcare plan. If youzre looking for a healthcare plan, let Kay help you narrow the search, explain your options, and find the coverage that works best for you and your budget. For more info on this FREE service, call Kay Goodemoot at 616.648.7601, or call MVP to set up an appointment. tAaple Valley pharmacy- store hours * Mon-Fri 9-6 • Sat 9-1 219 N. Main • Nashville 517.852.0845 toll free 877.852.2601 • www.maplevalleyrx.com �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday. October 18, 2008 — Page 8 Help Wa n ted Reach over 4,000 area homes with an ad in the Maple Valley News. Call 269-945-9554 to place your ad. For Sale BED: 4 POST, king wood) w/ pillowtop tress set, bought never cost $1,100, sell (517)204-0600 Automotive (solid I WILL BUY your scrap and mat- unwanted vehicles, call 7 used, days a week, (269)838-3785. $250. Business Services FRAMES AND CUSTOM FIREWOOD FOR SALE: matte cutting. By appoint$55 a face cord, delivered. ment only. 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(517)852-9386 VERMONTVILLE: 2 BEDROOM 1-1/2 bath duplex, $575/month.. (517)281-0674, (517)282-5819. MIDDLE LAKE CULBERT Dr.: 752 sq.. ft. year round home on all sports lake. New carpet throughout, 2 bed­ room, sun porch, 1.5 car ga­ rage. Price reduced to $109,900, includes most fur­ niture and appliances. Land contract terms possible. First time home buyers ask about special incentives. Phone (517)321-8914 LEAF PICK UP he Village of Nashville will start picking up tfle fle leaves October 27th and will continue to pickup as long as weather permits. Please place all leaves to be picked up next to the side of the . road on or after this date. THIS DOES NOT INCLUDE BRUSH. ffisbville DPW 06079224 NOTICE OF GENERAL ELECTION VERMONTVILLE TOWNSHIP NOVEMBER 4, 2008 You are hereby notified that a General Election will be held on Tuesday, November 4, 2008 from 7:00 am to 8:00 pm at the Vermontville Township Fire Station at 125 W. First St., Vermontville, MI for the purpose of electing candidates for the fol­ lowing offices: * President and Vice-President of the United States * United States Senator * Representative in Congress - 7th District * Representative in State Legislature - 71st District * State Board of Education * Regent of the University of Michigan * Trustee of Michigan State University * Governor of Wayne State University * Eaton County Prosecuting Attorney, Sheriff, Clerk/Register of Deeds, Treasurer, Drain Commissioner, County Commissioner - 1st District * Township Supervisor, Clerk, Treasurer, (2) Trustees * Justice of Supreme Court * Judge Court of Appeals * Judge Circuit Court * Judge District Court * (6) Township Library Board of Directors * Village President, Clerk, TYeasurer, (3) 4 Year Council Trustees, (1) 2 Year Council Trustee * (1) Maple Valley School Board Member and (1) Partial Term School Board Member Proposals 1. State Proposal 08-1: A Legislative Initiative to Permit the Use and Cultivation of Marijuana for Specified Medical Conditions 2. State Proposal 08-2: A Proposal to Amend the State Constitution to Address Human Embryo and Human Embryonic Stem Cell Research in Michigan 3. County Proposal: 9-1-1 and Central Dispatch Millage Renewal Question 4. Township Fire Millage Renewal Proposal (1 mill for (5) years, 2008 to 2012 inclusive; for operating, equipping, and purchasing for the fire department, for a total of approximately $48,300.00) For a copy of the Vermontville Township Fire Millage Renewal in its entirety, please contact Sharon Stewart, Township Clerk at 517-726­ 1159. Sharon Stewart Vermontville Township Clerk 06679096 94 YEAR, LOCAL company needs full & part-time peo­ ple, many positions open, no experience needed, we train. Weekly pay. (616)245-7298. DRIVERS WANTED: Valid CDL-A & owner operators. 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We Sporting Goods will come pick it up, clean out your bam of old hay SKULL WHITENING, "EU­ (Any type ofhay that isn't RO MOUNTS" . Recession moldy). E.A.R.T.H. 501(c)3 Special, All Season, $50, pla­ ques extra. Crooked Creek is a non-profit organization. (269)948- All donations are tax deduc­ Woodworking tible. PLEASE CALL 7921. (269)962-2015 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: Ryan Barber and Tracy Barber, Husband and Wife to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., solely as nominee for Irwin Union Bank and Trust Company, Mortgagee, dated April 2, 2007 and recorded May 11, 2007 in Instrument # 1180462 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was subsequently assigned to: HSBC Mortgage Services Inc, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Eight Thousand Two Hundred Fifty-Five Dollars and Seventy-Eight Cents ($148,255.78) including interest 8.06% 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 ven­ due, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on November 20, 2008 Said premises are situ­ ated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South one half of Lot 1039, except the East 20 feet and the South one half of Lot 1040 of the city formerly Village of Hastings, County of Barry, Michigan, as recorded in Liber A of Plats, on page 1, Barry County Records. Commonly known as 629 South Jefferson, Hastings Ml 49058 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later. Dated: OCTOBER 15, 2008 HSBC Mortgage Services Inc, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 08-99901 ASAP# 2903383 10/18/2008, 10/25/2008, 11/01/2008, 11/08/2008 uuory^yo SYNOPSIS CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD October 1, 2008 Recited the Pledge. Called to order by Supervisor J. Cooley. All board members were pres­ ent except J. Reese. There were three people from the public in attendance. Approved the agenda as print­ ed. Minutes from the September meeting were approved as print­ ed. Amended the budget. Accepted the treasurer’s report as printed. Approved the bills in the amount of $13,089.52. Approved the appropriations in the amount of $27,200.00. There was no unfinished busi­ ness. Committee reports were given and placed on file. Set the retirement open house for J. Cooley and D. DeMond for 10-26-08 from 2 til 5 p.m. Approved renaming the meet­ ing room to the J.W. Cooley Room. Correspondence was viewed by the board and the public if they wished. Pubic comment was heard. Heard board comments. Discussed the upcoming EMS millage. Adjournment. Lorna L. Wilson, Clerk Attested to by: Supervisor J. Cooley ogszsizo barru Counlu Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Hearty Menu Monday, October 20 BBQ roast pork, aspara­ gus, apricots, hamburger bun. Tuesday, October 21 Baked pollock, rice, green beans, com O’Brian, jello w/pineapple. Wednesday, October 22 Goulash, green peas, mixed vegetables, grape juice. Thursday, October 23 Taco bake, cheddar cheese, tomatoes and onions, com, diced peaches, flour tortilla. Friday, October 24 Tuscan bean soup, country potatoes, carrots, tropical fruit. Cold Menn Monday, October 20 Italian pasta salad, cucum­ ber salad, mandarin oranges, whole wheat crackers. Tuesday, October 21 Chicken pasta salad w/cheese, broccoli bacon salad, diced peaches. Wednesday, October 22 Sliced turkey w/Swiss cheese, carrot raisin salad, pineapple and mandarin oranges, wheat bread. Thursday, October 23 Tuna pasta salad, Spanish bean salad, tropical fruit, whole wheat crackers. Friday, October 24 Turkey and pasta salad, marinated vegetables, fruit compote, whole wheat crack­ ers. Activities Calendar Monday, October 20: Hastings - Music with Sam; Crafts 10:30 a.m.; Water­ color 1-4 p.m.; Card Making 12:30 p.m. H,W,N Reminiscence. Tuesday, October 21: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, October 22: Hastings - Music with Sam; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m.; Nails'; Bible -Study 12:30 p.m.; Red Hat. Delton Reminiscence. Thursday, October 23: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with the Lewis’; Beading 5 p.m. Delton Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville TV Time. Friday, October 24: Hastings - Exercise 9 a.m.; Mixed Media Painting 9:30 a.m.; Model Railroad 12 p.m. Woodland Nashville 5 11:30 a.m. CALENDAR OF EVENTS Barry County Extension Calendar of Events Oct 20 Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Oct. 21 Show of Champions Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Oct. 24-26 Goat Leaders Workshop, Kettunen Center. Oct. 27 Shooting Sports Leaders Meeting, 7 p.m., Barry County Conservation Club. Oct. 28 Non-Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Oct. 29 New Leader Orientation, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Nov. 3 Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church. Nov. 5 Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Nov. 10 Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church. Nov. 18 Farm Bill Update Meeting, 6:30-9 p.m., MainStreet Savings Bank Community Room. 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. NOTICE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE HYDRANT FLUSHING Beginning October 20th the Village DPW will be flushing hydrants, 9am to 3pm and will finish up on October 22nd. 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 SSS.SST 06663312 06678785 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, October 18,2008 — Page 9 Eldred named AP scholar Emily Eldred, 2008 gradu­ ate of Maple Valley High School, has earned the desig­ nation of AP Scholar by the College Board in recognition of her exceptional achieve­ ment on the college-level Advanced Placement program (AP) exams. The College Board’s Advanced Placement program offers students the opportunity to take college college-­ level courses while still in high school, and to receive college credit, advanced placement, or both for suc­ cessful performance on the AP exams. About 18 percent of the more than 1.4 million high school students in 16,000 secondary schools worldwide who took AP exams performed at a suffi­ ciently high level to merit the recognition of AP Scholar. Students took AP exams in May after completing col­ lege-level courses at their high schools. The College Board recognizes several levels of achievement based Vermontville library to show Halloween movie At 8 p.m. Oct. 31, in conjunction with "Trunk or Treat" the Vermontville Township Library will show a Halloween Halloweenmovie movie in the the Vermontville Opera House to celebrate the holiday.. “Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein,” featuring the comedy team of Bud Abbott and Lou Costello, made its debut in 1948. Chick Young (Bud Abbott) and Wilbur Grey (Lou Costello) are working for a Emily Eldred on students’ performance on AP exams. Eldred qualified for the AP Scholar with Distinction Award by earning an average grade of at least 3.5 on all exams taken. She participat­ ed in the biology, U.S. history,and English literature and composition exams. delivery company when they believes him that Dr. Latoes when the full moon rises, receive two large packages is really Dracula and that the things get exciting with the bound bound for for Dr. Dr. McDougol McDougol’s’s monster monster is is alive. alive. Dracula Dracula has has Wolfman, Wolfman, Dracula and House of Horrors. One is a Wilbur's girlfriend Dr. Sandra Frankenstein all running ram­ coffin coffin containing containing the the remains remains Momay Momay (Lenore (Lenore Auburn) Auburn) pant. pant. of Dr. Latos/Dracula (Bela under his power, and Sandra Shown in its original black Lugosi); the other is a box has designs on Wilbur — not and whiteformat, this “fun with the dormant for his body but for his brain. horror” film issuitable for the Frankenstein monster (Glenn It is the perfect simple brain entire family. Strange). Shortly thereafter, needed for the monster. There is no charge g for this Larry Talbot (Lon Chaney, Together, Dracula and eve'nt. Popcorn will be availJr.) flies in from London to Sandra capture Wilbur and able, but guests are asked to stop Dracula from awakening proceed with the operation. bring their own beverages. the monster. Young and Talbot attempt to The opera house’s new Poor Wilbur. No one find and free Wilbur, but padded chairs will be available for seating. However, guests may also bring their own beanbag chairs or blan­ kets to sit on if they prefer. For more information, call the library at 517-726-1362. Library’s Fall Fun for Families schedule changes MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS Maple Valley Elementary Lunch Menu aw Ml ■(.Bbrtta iHittofcUii Monday, Oct 20 Mini com dog. French fries, peaches, cookie. Tuesday, Oct. 21 Chicken tenders. Roll, cheesie potatoes, Jell-O w/fruit. Wednesday, Oct 22 Cheesie bread sticks. Spaghettios, fresh broccoli and cauliflower, applesauce. Thursday, Oct 23 French bread pizza. Tossed salad, grapes, birthday cake. Friday, Oct 24 Sack lunch day. Turkey/cheese sand. Carrot sticks, apple slices, Rice Krispie Treat. NOTE: Fuller Alternative Entree Choices: Peanut butter and jelly sandwich, honey and peanut butter sandwich. Maplewood Alternate Entree Choices: 6 oz. Yogurt w/string cheese, chef salad, peanut butter and jelly sand­ wich. Maplewood offers a variety of healthy snacks for 50 cents each (cash only: quarters or dollars only). Milk is included with all full meal purchases. Assort­ ed bread choices daily. Breakfast price: $130; Lunch price: $1.90; Adult price: $2.75; milk only: $.45. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Monday, Oct. 20 Chicken enchiladas. Refried beans, pears. Salad Bar. Tuesday, Oct. 21 Chili w/com bread. Green beans, cinn. applesauce. Mexican Bar. Wednesday, Oct 22 Cheesie bread sticks. Spaghettios, Jell-0 w/fruit. Potato Bar. Thursday, Oct 23 HS/Kellogg Cottage Inn. Cottage Inn Pizza. Carrot sticks, peaches. Burger/chicken Bar. Friday, Oct 24 Chicken tenders. Mashed potatoes, push-up. Breakfast Bar. NOTE: Entree’s available daily: cheeseburger, variety of chicken sandwiches, pizza, peanut butter and jelly sand­ wich, fish sandwich, honey and peanut butter sandwich, 6 oz. yogurt w/string cheese. Side choices available daily: garden salad, juice, fresh fruit. Milk is included with all full meal purchases. Seconds available on vegetables at no additional charge. Assorted bread choices daily. Breakfast price: $1.45; Lunch price: $2.25-$2.50; Adult prices: $2.75-$3.00. Milk only: $.45. Reynolds choreographs “Oklahoma!” at CHS Due to a scheduling con­ flict, the final program in this year’s Fall Fun for Families program, "Bats at the Library," will be changed from Thursday, Oct. 30, to Wednesday, Oct. 29. The program will begin at 7 p.m. and last for approxi­ mately one hour. For more information, call 517-726-1362. C0BBMUMIUIM (REPAIR • 7 Day Service ■ Pumps Installed & Repaired Bill Reynolds, of Vermontville, works with cast members from Charlotte High School on choreography for an upcoming production of Oklahoma! Performances will be held in the Charlotte Performing Arts Center Nov. 14 and 15 at 7:30 p.m. and Nov. 16 at 2 p.m. Tickets are available at the CPAC box office by calling 517-541-5690 or online at www.cpacpresents.com. • Service On Submersible Pumps • 2” - 5” Well Drilling and Repair 30 Years Experience Estimates Available 517-726-0377 356 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Richard Cobb David Cobb Shop and Snack” is Oct. 24 at Peace United04868477 Peace United Methodist Church will host its annual “Shop and Snack” event, Friday, Oct. 24. A bake sale and bazaar will be held from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., featuring a variety of craft, gift and SERRV items. A light lunch including soup, sandwich, salad, chips and beverage will be avail­ able between 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Supper will be served from 4 to 6:30 p.m. and will feature soup, sandwiches, sloppy joes, salads, pie and beverages. Special accommodations will be provided to serve those who have difficulty with stairs. Peace United Methodist Church is located at 6043 East M-79 Hwy., near Barryville Road. Directions: from Nashville, four miles west on M-79 or, from Hastings, on M-79, five miles east of M-37. Everyone is welcome. Proceeds from the day’s event will go toward mis­ sions. For more information, call 517-852-9524 or 517-852­ 0720. Ml Lie. #1748 Joe Montgomery Builders, Inc. We build on our reputation...just ask our customers! Building dreams since 1978 New Construction and Home Improvement 122 S. Lincoln, Charlotte (517) 543-1718 THE TRAFFIC SCENW A Name That You Can Trust Located at the Intersection of M-43 & M-50 Driver Education for students J4 years, 8 months or older PUBLIC NOTICE VOTE Oct. 20 - Nov. 6 Dec. 1 - 18th NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Public Accuracy test for the Vermontville Township November 4,2008 General Election has been scheduled for Thursday, October 23,2008 at 9:00 am at the Vermontville Township Fire Station, 125 W. First St., Vermontville, MI. The Public Accuracy Test will be conducted by Sharon Stewart, Vermontville Township Clerk, to demonstrate that the program and tabulators that will be used to tabulate the ballots of the election have been prepared in accordance with the law. Sharon Stewart 06679094 Vermontville Township Clerk SEGMENT I CLASS Dean Monroe Vermontville Township Supervisor Paid for by the Committee to elect Dean Monroe for Vermontville Twp. Supervisor, 517-490-9647 SEGMENT II CLASS Nov. 24 - Nov. 26 Come bring a friend and find out that learning to drive can be fun! To obtain a registration, call (517) 566-7229 Instructors Phil Smith, Denny Ackerson & Roily Krauss f �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, October 18. 2008 — Page 10 Falcons survive momentum swings in the Valley because one play, one penal­ game. The Lions had pulled to ty, one missed tackle, can within six with a drive that make the difference.” Paisley led the Lions in began with just over three minutes left to play in the rushing with 96 yards, while Jared third quarter and ended with Constantine’s a beautiful ten-yard sweep McBride led all rushers with around right end to pay-dirt 156. “We just were not able to by Michael Paisley. The drive showed the crowd, the stop their fullback trap,” Maple Valley players and Mittelstaedt said. “They hurt perhaps most importantly us with it all night. “It’s a play we should be Constantine that the Lions were for real and could play familiar with because it is with one of the most storied" exactly the same play that programs in the state. has been the bread and butAnd when Dusty Cowell ter play of our offense over kicked off into the the years.” In addition to Paisley, Constantine end zone the crowd began to sense a shift Kyle Bums had a strong of balance in favor of the game with 57 yards for the night. Lions. “We ran the ball well But then the Lions seemed to lose focus and against a strong defensive Constantine put together a team,” Mittelstaedt said, six play, 80-yard drive in “but when we needed just just over two minutes and two more yards we just the fate of the Lions was couldn’t get them. Give sealed. credit to Constantine, they Later in the quarter, stepped up on defense when Maple Valley again began they had to.” Kyle Fisher threw 14 to gather momentum and moved the ball from their times for Maple Valley, own 33 to the Constantine completing five for 110 two-yard line, but it was the yards. “We do not have the type Falcons who were able to focus and they stopped the of team where we can just Lions short of the end zone. run the ball down your From there on out it was just throat like we have had in a matter of running out the the past,” Mittelstaedt said. clock. “We have to open it up a litStatistically, Maple tle more. And we have some Valley played nearly even excellent receivers to throw throughout the game. The to.” Fisher spread it around, Lions finished with 287 total while completing two passes to his yards, Constantine finished with brother Riley for 17 yards, 297. Each team had 12 first on to Paisley for eight, one Jeff Burd finds an opening against a tough to Bums for seven and a Maple Valley quarterback Kyle Fisher drops back to downs. “I think that drive in the bomb to Jeff Burd for 71 Constantine defense Friday night as the Maple Valley pass against the Falcons Friday. Fisher competed five fourth quarter right after we yards early in the first quar- Lions battle one of the top teams in the state. of 14 passes for 110 yards in the game, which was won had scored hurt us,” said ter. Constantine emerged as the winner, 26-19 in the by Constantine, 29-16. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Valley Coach Maple “Jeff was one step away Kalamazoo Valley association contest. (Photo by Perry Guenther Mittelstaedt. “And from getting to the end Hardin) then when we put together zone,” Mittelstaedt said. an outstanding drive of our “But we did score on that Olivet. Both teams harbor playoff spot. “We can only go out and slim hopes for a playoff own, only to stall inside drive.” Actually Maple Valley birth. The Lions will go into play our best. This is Olivet their five yard line, well that scored first when the 71- the game 4-4 and with the and we don’t needany extra hurt us.“I think thethird major yard pass from Fisher to realization that 5-4 is only a incentive,” Mittelstaedt 1 HOMES THAT NEED ROOFING < factor inthegame was a Burd gave the Lions a first remote possibility for a said. penalty that we picked up down on the Constantine A select number of homeowners in Vermontville and back in the third quarter. We 20-yard line with only six the surrounding areas will be given the opportunity had just stopped them for no minutes gone in the opening to have a lifetime Erie Metal Roofing System installed gain on two consecutive quarter." 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Maple Valley allowed itself to lose focus for a mere 2 minutes and 10 seconds in the fourth quarter and the result was an 80-yard, six-play drive that put Constantine out ofreach and Maple Valley went from being right in the thick ofthe game to behind 29-16, which not coincidentally was the final score of the WANTED See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs. PRINTING PLUS Located in the gray barn ► 1-800-952-3743 i Duey’s Comer 1st Annual Big Buck Bow Contest Hansbarge Heating & Air Conditioning Duey’s Corner �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, October 18, 2008 — Page 11 Maple Valley girls snap their KVA losing streak by Brett Bremer Sports Editor It’s been a tough season for the Maple Valley varsity vol­ leyball program, but the girls who remain are still giving Lions. That Maple Valley serve went long, and Parchment’s Tricia Gernaat took the ball with the chance to close out the first game for her team. floor. victory. The Lions battled Parchment took game one back for a 25-27, 25-23, 2527-25. 17, 25-17 win. They are now Before game two began, 1-6 in the KVA. Lion junior Terri Hurosky “I didn’t have a monkey on went up to the sophomore, my back, but this is a good bunch of kids,” said Maple Valley head coach Bill Brenton. “They’re young. They work hard. They needed it” Both teams had trouble passing the ball all night long, but the Lions made fewer mistakes than the Panthers in the end. Maple Valley fin­ ished the evening with 14 aces as a team, led by Tina Westendorp with five and Allwardt and Karlee Mater with four each. In game two, the Lions did­ n’t hold their first lead until back to back aces by Allwardt put them up 17-16. It was the last time Maple Valley trailed all night, until a 1-0 deficit to start game four. “This is our third starting line-up,” Brenton said. “With the kids that have left, this line up is just starting to play together.” Mater finished the night with 14 assists. Senior Samantha Newton led Maple Maple Valley junior Samantha Bissett passes a Parchment serve during game one Valley with eight kills, Hurosky had five, and of the Lions’ win over the Panthers Wednesday night. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Allwardt and Westendorp their all. Her serve also appeared to and put an arm on each of her four each. The Lions also got some good defensive play The Lions entered be flying long. Maple shoulders. Wednesday’s Kalamazoo Valley’s Tiffany Allwardt, “She was just like, ‘it’s from Samantha Bissett. Parchment setter Elizabeth Valley Association dual at playing in the back row, put okay. Let it go’,” said home against Parchment still her arms up to pass the ball Allwardt. “’We have three Tecca finished the evening with 17 assists. Gernaat had looking for their first-league then tried desperately to get more games to go.’” win. Game one saw the Lions them back down. It was too And three more games was nine kills, and a team high “ancLPanthers tied at 25 with late, and the serve skipped off all it took for the Lions to four aces. “They’re a young team, 1 the serve coming over to the her fingers and then to the score their first conference just like us,” Brenton said of Parchment. “They have one senior, just like we do. We have more juniors, but that is going to be a good team.” Overall, the Lion record now stands at 7-22-5. The Lions will be a part of the Barry County Meet at Thomapple Kellogg Monday, then return to action in the league with their final home contest against Constantine Wednesday. Maple Valley senior Samantha Newton tips an attack over the net as Parchment’s Tricia Gernaat (6) and Mallory Nordquist ready themselves on the other side of the net Wednesday night. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Maple Valley can’t make up for slow start against Belding by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Maple Valley head coach Josh Meersma talked to a coach familiar with Belding, 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. Richard Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available and read up on the Redskins. What he learned was that his team needed to pay close attention to Belding’s Diego Corona. But knowing that was only half the battle. Corona scored three goals, and assisted on his team’s other score, as Belding earned a 4-1 victory over the visiting Lions in their Division 3 District opener Monday night. “We knew who they had that could hurt us, we just didn't meet the challenge,” Meersma said. All five goals were scored in the first half, with Corona assisting Seth Kreeger on the one he didn’t put in himself. “Looking back on the season, we have come out flat at the beginning of big matches, or faded in the second half of big matches,” Meersma said. “Playing with fire and a sense that you can take the guy on the field across from you is an essential step that demonstrates competitive toughness and drive. We lack that will to dominate our opponent. We like playing soccer, but our next step is the desire to destroy people, not just play.” Maple Valley ends the season with a 3-15 record. “I was proud of the boys that came off the bench,” Meersma said. “They demonstrated some competitive toughness which was lacking with some of our starters at the start of the match.” Maple Valley picked up win number three on the sea­ son last Wednesday (Oct. 8), scoring a 2-0 victory over Saranac on Senior Night at Fuller Street Field. 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COTTONNELLE VINEGARBATH TISSUE 2/$(B00 $|99 Chesaning, There were fast times on Pennfield 71, Olivet 122, City-Crystal, the fast track at Portage West Kalamazoo Christian 131, Durand, Ithaca, Laingsburg, Valley 133, Lansing Catholic, Leslie, Middle School Tuesday, as Maple 135, Delton Olivet, Ovid-Elsie, Perry, the Kalamazoo Valley Parchment Shepherd, St. Association got together one Kellogg 148, Constantine Portland, and Central 170, Hackett Catholic Louis, last time for its cross country Central 177, and Galesburg- Montcalm. championship meet. Maple Valley saw many The Hackett Catholic Augusta 214. The league champions of those teams, last Saturday Central boys edged Delton Kellogg 53 to 64 at the top of were home to the top two at the 27-team Greater the standings to earn their individual runners on the Lansing Cross Country fourth straight league title, day, as Schoolcraft’s Krista Championship hosted by with Schoolcraft finishing Broekma won the race in Grand Ledge. The Williamston girls third with 82 points. Those 19:14 and teammate Lindsay three teams were in a three­ Sanders was second in 19:37. scored just 77 points, with way race for the league lead Parchment’s Leila each of their to five runners all season long, with each Bouabdellaoui was third in earning plaques by finishing in the top 30 individually. one winning a league jam­ 19:38. boree. Mandy Dye earned all­ Williamston’s Emma Drenth “It’s pretty frustrating conference honors for was the individual champion, coming in second place and Delton, placing seventh in a finishing in 18 minutes 53 seconds. being right there, so close,” new PR of 20:25. East Lansing was a distant said Delton Kellogg head Maple Valley was led by coach Dale Grimes. Lauren Trumble who was second, with 122 points. Maple Valley didn’t have 13th with an all-conference Leslie was third with 126 that fnistration to deal with. time of 20:56, which is a new and DeWitt fourth with 133. The Lions were more PR for her. Kayla Shaw also Maple Valley’s girls did­ focused on the happy results, set a new PR, placing 23rd in n’t earn a team score, with which included four runners 22:58. The Lions’ Erin just four runners finishing total in the boys’ and girls’ Shoemaker was 24th in the race. Trumble was 72nd races setting new personal 22:10, Megan Shoemaker in 21:42, Rider 114th in records. The top 14 runners 28th in 22:35, and Pantera 22:35, Megan Shoemaker in both the boys’ and girls’ Rider 36th in 23:06. 137th in 23:02, and Shaw races Tuesday earned all­ The Lions will be a part of 171st in 24:00. conference honors. the Division 3 Regional The boys’ meet was much Lion sophomore Joe Meet hosted by Carson City­ closer at the top than the Benedict earned all-league Crystal a week from girls’. St. Johns earned the honors for the first time, Saturday. The top three championship with 141 placing seventh in a new PR teams there and top 15 indi­ points. Ionia was second of 17 minutes 32 seconds. viduals will earn spots in the with 144, Williamston third “He was pleasantly sur­ state finals. with 155, and Howell fourth prised,” Maple Valley head “We’ve looked at it, and at 158. coach Robb Rosin said of I’ve spent a couple of hours Grand Ledge’s Brockton Benedict. “His goal for the looking at the top times Feltman won the boys’ race year was to get into the across the region,” Rosin in 16:17, with Ionia’s Kyle 17:30’s and he got that.” said. “For a guy, we’re figur­ Slaughter second in 16:22. Maple Valley freshman ing he’s going to need a Maple Valley’s boys were Caleb Chambers also set a 17:15 (to finish in the top 32nd with 849 points. new PR, placing 35th in 15). Joe (Benedict), he’s pro­ Benedict was 72nd individu­ 19:34. He was the fourth gressing towards that, but ally, with a time of 17:52. Lion to finish. Josh Perkins he’s going to have to have a Perkins was 150th in 19:07, was 21st in 18:40, Tyler phenomenal day.” Brumm 193rd in 20:02, Brumm 33rd in 19:29, and Other teams at the region­ Mellville 212th in 20:47, and Zach Mellville 50th in 20:39. al include Byron, Carson Chambers 222nd in 21:36. Joshua Baker from Pennfield took the individual conference championship, HAS YOUR BANK finishing in 16:48. Hackett’s BEEN TELLING YOU: Brendan Molony was second 1. YOU NEED A DOWN in 17:04 and Schoolcraft’s PAYMENT TO PURCHASE Jacob Barnes third in 17:17. A HOME? AS a team, Maple Valley 2. YOU NEED TO HAVE finished sixth. Constantine PRIVATE MORTGAGE INSURANCE? was fourth with 106 points, followed by Olivet 135, YOST MORTGAGE Maple Valley 146, SOLUTIONS OFFERS Parchment 158, Pennfield U.S.D.A. GUARANTEED 194, and Kalamazoo Christian 209. RURAL HOUSING LOANS “I’ve heard it is a fast 1. 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Nashville chiropractor and chairman of the Barry County Board of Commissioners Mike Callton said the county would give $5,000 toward establishment of a DDA in Nashville if organizers could get the village council to approve a resolution of com­ mitment to the DDA. Orvin Moore, who is among those spearheading the drive to create a DDA in Nashville, said he had approached the council about making a token monetary commitment to the organiza­ tion and was turned down. “They asked the village attorney who advised them that they couldn’t give money to another entity,” he said. Callton said that it is the same with the county and Green Gables Haven, a shel­ ter for women and children. “We can’t give money to them directly, but we can Maple Valley students attend Lansing job fair contract for services with them,” said Callton. Callton also noted that some have misconstrued his remarks about the Hastings DDA, which have appeared in recent issues of The Hastings Banner to mean that he doesn’t support a DDA. “I support a DDA for Nashville, I just have prob­ lems with how they run the Hastings DDA. They capture revenue from millages for Charlton Park, Barry County Transit and 911, and that’s not right. There are people who live in the Hastings DDA district that vote for these millages and think their tax dollars are supporting those things but they are going to the DDA instead,” he said. “IfNashville starts a DDA, they can set it up in such a way that they will capture property tax increas­ es but not millages.” Cindy Heinsen suggested that business owners inter­ ested in a DDA could show the village that they are seri­ ous about improving the business district by investing in planters that would be filled with flowers and sea­ sonal decorations to beautify the downtown area. The group also discussed how to get more business owners interested in the DDA and involved in the meetings and how to best to communicate their desire for the village council to lend its support through a resolution of intent. A date for the next meeting was discussed but not determined. Speaker shares “working world” with students Maple Valley High School senior Jeff Burd (pictured) along with nearly a dozen other students, teacher and intern traveled to Lansing for the Capital Area Michigan Works 2008 Fall Job Fair held at The Lansing Center. Students met and networked with employers as part of their career unit in preparation for mock interviews to be held in November at Mulberry Gardens in Nashville. Dayna Walker, regional staffing manager for Freight Handlers in Lansing, greets students in Monique Colizzi's Advanced Microsoft class. Walker spoke specifically in the areas of employment applications, becoming marketable, what employers expect, how to handle a variety of questions and real-life stories of interviews. Students for­ mally introduced themselves, with handshakes, and asked many questions relating to the world of work . Nashville Village Council accepts two new policies by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Thursday evening, Nashville Village Council members voted unanimously to accept a new policy regarding tax bills and pay­ ments and accepted a policy for dispersal of harvested wood by a 6-1 vote. The tax bill/payment poli­ cy states: Tax bills for the Village of Nashville will be mailed to property owners on or before July 1 each year; tax bills for the Village of Nashville are due on Sept. 15 of each year; the village will not accept debit or credit­ card payment of property tax bills; partial payment of property tax bills will not be accepted; any tax bill that is not paid on or before Sept. 15, each year will be charged 1 percent of the base rate due; the village will not accept payments for property taxes after Oct. 1 because between Oct. 1 and 15, the books are closed for recon­ ciliation; all property tax information for the village will be turned in to Barry County on or before Oct. 15 each year; any bills still due at that time will be payable to Barry County along with any late charges as required by the county. The harvested wood poli­ cy sates that all wood har­ vested on village property will be donated to the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope for distribution to needy families within the Nashville area. Trustee Jack Holden, who cast the dis­ senting vote, said his only objection was that he felt that if the wood was harvested from the right-of-way in front of someone’s home, the homeowner should have the option of receiving the wood. In other business, the council: • Observed a moment of silence in memory of Barry County Sheriff Deputy Chris Yonkers, who died in a motor vehicle accident Oct. 17. • Approved the renewal of a parking permit for Marcia Scramlin at 210 Sherman St. • Heard a complaint from a village resident about a let­ ter she received from the . vil­ lage department of public works (DPW). She said the letter was unclear which of her trees were in violation of local ordinance and why her property was being singled out when other property owners in the area have not received similar letters. Council members said they would take a look at her property and talk to DPW Director Darryl Clements Jr. and would put the matter on the agenda for the next coun­ cil meeting, set for 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 14. • Discussed the comple­ tion of a ditch dug in front of Jim Whelpley’s property on Curtis Road. • Discussed removal of Egyptian geese from the millpond which have become a nuisance for area POLICIES, continued page 5 In This Issue, • Putnam holds teen photo scavenger hunt - page 3 • Absentee Ballots are available until Nov. 1 - page 7 • Trick-or-treating hours set, Halloween activities announced page 9 • The only reason - page 10 �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday. October 25, 2008 — Page 2 Vermontville Township Fire Department visits schools During Fire Prevention Week, Oct 5 to 11, members of the Vermontville Township Fire Department visited children at Maplewood Elementary, Peas in a Pod Preschool in Vermontville and three Amish schools in the area. At each school, children were given handouts on fire prevention and were taught about fire safety. Amish chil­ dren also received smoke detectors donated by the fire department to take home. In addition to visiting schools, the fire department also made an appearance at Ripley’s Haunted Acres on Saturday. Vermontville Fire Chief Monte O’Dell shows preschool children equipment inside the fire truck. Vermontville Township Fire Chief Monte O’Dell (left) and firefighter/EMT Dennis Rodeman (right) pose with children from Peas in a Pod Preschool. Small-business awards nominations sought The U.S. Small Business Administration’s Michigan District Office is seeking nomi­ nations for its 2009 Small Business Awards, including the Michigan Small-Business Person ofthe Year. Nominators submit a onepage nomination letter, in any format, to the SBA District Office by Nov. 14. Those who advance to the final selection stage will be asked to submit a more comprehensive nomination packet. “These awards help showcase Michigan’s small businesses, which are more important than The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Tuesday - Friday S.E. Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 ever in this time of economic uncertainty,” said Richard Temkin, Michigan district direc­ tor. Award winners will be hon­ ored at the fifth annual Michigan Celebrates Small Business awards event on April 30,2009. Nominations will be accepted for the following categories: • Small-Business Person of the Year • Entrepreneurial Success Award • Small-Business Exporter • Family-Owned all Business of the Year • Minority Small Business Champion of the Year • Women in B siness Champion ofthe Year • Financial Services Champion of the Year • Home-Based B usiness Champion ofthe Year • Small Business Joum-alist ofthe Year • Veteran Small Business Champion of the Year • Young Entrepreneur of the Year •Small Business Coun-selor ofthe Year Criteria vary for each award. For example, nominees for small-business person of the year will be evaluated according to growth in number of employ­ ees; sales volume and profits; staying power; innovativeness of product/service; response to adversity; and community serv­ ice. More information is avail­ able from the Michigan District Office at (313) 226-6075, x279 or www.sba.gov/mi. 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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. 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 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG Wed. 5:30 p.m................... Family Supper 6:00-7:15............................. Pioneer Club Sun: 9:00...................... Sunday School 10: 00.............................. Church Service 11: 00 ........................................ Fellowship GRACE COMMUNITY 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 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 PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRESHAM 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. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. . PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 . . PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 am. Children's Sunday School: 9:30 am. 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State, Nashville 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 SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH 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 BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School.................... 9:45 a.m. Worship Service .................... 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service ....... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service .. .6:30 p.m. AWANA................. 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 am. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 am. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, October 25,2008 — Page 3 Putnam holds teen photo scavenger hunt Hunting season started or an angel, a piece of framed looking forward to hosting early at Putnam District art, the fraction “1/2,” a "For another similar in the spring. Library in Nashville last Rent” sign and 20-plus more “A special ‘thank you’ to Saturday when the teen advi-photos. Some clues required all of the businesses and vilsory group hosted a photo the entire team to participate. lage residents who were kind scavenger hunt. Eighteen These clues included the team enough to help the teens dur­ teenagers took to the streets playing basketball, the team ing their hunt,” said a library and stores of Nashville to wearing hats, and the team spokesperson. take pictures using digital demonstrating how not to To see more photos from cameras and a list of clues behave in the library. the scavenger hunt, visit the each team received. Teams started at 10:30 a.m. library online at www.putSome clues earned the and were required to return to namlibrary’.blogspot.com and teams more points than others the library by noon. click on the library's Flickr so each set of seekers had to After the teens enjoyed a link. Teens in grades six to 12 devise a strategy for success. pizza party, all of the scav-are encouraged to get The winning team members enger hunt photos were involved in the group which took home a prize package viewed in a slideshow and helps to plan teen events and sponsored by Courtside, points were awarded, includ-recommends purchases for Roush's and the library. ing some bonus points for the library’s teen book collecTeams sought to take a pic-humor and creativity. tion. The teen advisory group is ture of three ghosts, a gnome Kari Hummed, Catlina Mata, Alex Slee, Rage Sheldon, Tyler Spitzer, and John DeVoss found their hats at Dollar General. Justin Heinsen, Alissa Bowerman, Jasmine VanTyle, Cheyenne VanTyle, Levi Hillard, and Samantha Hillard pose at Courtside wearing hats during Saturday's Teen Scavenger Hunt. Maple Valley equestrian team finishes season “The Maple Valley eques­ trian team did a great job this season. It all began the first part of August and came to a close Sept. 20, “ said Coach Amanda Archer. She explained that this year, half of the team was new, with only five returning exhibitors. “Many students rode out­ side of their comfort zones, competing in different disci­ plines than what they had been used to. Those who did this showed great teamwork, determination and effort,” said Archer. “Many sur­ prised themselves by how well they did.” Overall, the team brought in a total of441 points for the three meets which put the team in second place. The leading point earner was Megan Hosey with a total of 108 points. Following her was Hannah Gardner 65, Ashliegh Penny 61, Kylie Haupert 61, Taylor Gorr 40, Tyler Blodgett 29. Sharmen Fletcher 28, Brandon Sams 20. MaKayla Schrump 17, and Dylan McNamara with 12. Saturday's winning team (Chase Andrews, Taylor Mund, Jessica Rushford, Jenna Kopka, Savannah Shilton and Emily Kopka) poses in front of the library. 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Nashville <^ 02692907 ___________ co Primitive Christmas decor like these samples at Pig in the Poke will be on sale at the annual “Christmas is Coming" antique and folk art show. Chiropractic Hastings Elk Lodge f‘*x/ This booth at last year’s show gives shows a small sample of the type of wares at this year’s show . . anes 0*^8„ 517-852-2070 We are a Blue Cross, Medicare and Medicaid provider Most insurances accepted The gym at Kellogg School in Nashville is filled with a variety of antiques, folk art and country crafts during last year’s “Christmas is Coming” antique and folk art show. Fry said this is her 19th annual show, and she antici­ pates that as in years past, 1,200 to 1,800 people will attend. “I hold two shows every year at the old Kellogg School, one on the second Saturday in March and ‘Christmas is Coming’ on the first Saturday of November,” said Fry. “The shows have been written up in Early American Life, Country Living and Mercantile Gatherings. We attract nationally known dealers, and the shows generate a tremendous amount of inter­ est in the community.” Fry also notes that there is parking lot at the school, and ample street side parking is available. Pig in the Poke, described by Fry as “a truly primitive experience,” will be open at 8 a.m. on the day of the show. The shop is located in the old grain elevator at 301 S. Main St. in Nashville and offers folk art, painted furni­ ture and more. “We also have some excel­ lent restaurants here in town, so I tell people to come on out, enjoy the day and have a good time,” added Fry. Fore more information about the show, call Fry 269­ 758-3028. STANTON'S MPkuciioritxcs g 'ESTATE AUCTION of Real Estate & Personal Property LOCATED at 136 E. Forest Street, Vermontville, Ml (south on Main Street / Ionia Road in Vermontville to Forest and east to home) on ... FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7,2008 PERSONAL PROPERTYSHISAT2:30PM BEAL ESTATE SELLSAT4:30 PIB Selling this 2+ bedroom ranch home with living room, dining room, kitchen with bar and dinette area, 2 baths and par­ tially finished walkout base­ ment at auction. There is a one-car detached garage and the lot size is approximately 1.64 acre. Nice location! OPEN HOUSES: Monday, October 27 & Monday, November 3, 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM each day. Call for a flyer with a list of the personal property to be soldi Estate of David Ragg 144 South Main St. P.O. Box 146 Vermontville, Ml 49096 ISbTANTON'Sl’W * twin Chris Stanton 543-0598_ Phone: 517-726-0181 Fax: 517-726-0060 stantonsauctlons@sbcglobal.net www.stantons-auctlons.com Kathleen J. Swan (Lansing) 517-349-8235 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, October 25, 2008 — Page 5 From OurReaders Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Support Grant for treasurer To the editor: In the upcoming general election Nov. 4, there are two candidates for Vermontville Township Treasurer. I would like to offer my support to candidate Marcia Grant. I have known Marcia for well over 15 years. I have had the opportunity to observe the dedication and qualifications of the candi­ date that I feel can provide excellent service for the resi­ dents of Vermontville Township. Marcia and I have volunteered together at vari­ ous Maple Valley School functions as our children were growing up, spent sev­ eral years as co-administrative leaders of the Vermontville Junior Farmers 4-H Club, served as election inspectors on many township and village election and worked together during her time as a Vermontville Township Library Board member. Marcia has held many positions in and out of the Vermontville area including serving as EMS director for the Vermontville Fire and EMS as well as being an EMT for the department, serving as the Vermontville Township Clerk for 12 years, working with her husband at Grant’s Woodshop, working at an area doctor’s office, as well as the many volunteer activities she is involved in. Marcia is an intelligent, organized and very detailoriented individual. She sets a level of quality for herself that exceeds that of anyone I know. She has excellent leadership skills, and has the ability to listen to many sides of an issue and knows how to tactfully negotiate solutions. She cares about her commu­ nity and the people in it. She is aware of the issues and challenges that small town­ ships are facing, now and in the future, and I feel she has the knowledge, integrity, professional skills and dedi­ cation to improvement to serve the people of Vermontville Township in the manner they expect. It is for all these reasons I recommend that you cast your vote for Marcia Grant on Nov. 4. Carla Rumsey, Vermontville Health department urging women to fight breast cancer October is Breast Cancer cancer. The American Cancer Awareness Month. Breast Society estimates that in cancer is the most frequently 2008, 6,120 Michigan diagnosed cancer among women will be diagnosed Michigan women. with breast cancer, and 1,310 The prevention and early women in the state will die detection ofbreast cancer is a from the disease. key component of the Breast Risk factors and Cervical Cancer Control Although every woman is Program or BCCCP at the at risk for developing breast Barry-Eaton District Health cancer, several factors have Department. By offering been shown to increase risk. clinical breast exams and These include: free mammograms to quali­ • Increasing age. fying women, the BCCCP • Personal history ofbreast program is helping in the cancer. fight against this disease. • Family history of breast Funding through a grant cancer (especially pre­ from the Susan G. Komen for menopausal onset) in a moth­ the Cure Lansing Affiliate er, sister, daughter or other provides diagnostic testing multiple relatives. for women under 40 years of • • Never giving birth or age who do not qualify for having a first child after the the BCCCP program, but age of 30. have symptoms ofbreast dis­ • Long menstrual history. ease. Other possible risk factors The communities of Barry include the long-term use of and Eaton counties can make hormone replacement thera­ a difference by encouraging py, obesity, low physical women to complete their activity, and alcohol con­ monthly self-breast exam sumption. and to schedule their yearly Remember early detection mammograms. is the key to survival. With According to the Michigan regular screening, breast can­ Department of Community cer is more likely to be Health, 6,734 women in detected at an earlier stage Michigan were newly diag­ when it is most treatable. The nosed with breast cancer in five-year survival rate among 2004. In 2005, 1,408 women women whose breast cancer in Michigan died from breast has not spread beyond the breast at the time of diagno­ sis is 98 percent. In observance of National Breast Cancer Awareness fire protection, ambulance Month, the health depart­ service" and pays for dust ment is encouraging women control, gravel, improve­ to remember their monthly ments to paved roads, assess­ self breast exams and yearly ing of all property in the mammograms. Revenues needed to fund services To the editor: As township supervisor, it is my responsibility to pre­ pare the annual budget to be presented to the township board for its consideration and approval after any changes they may recom­ mend. A hearing is then scheduled for the public to review the document. While preparing the docu­ ment, I know closely the amount of revenue available to cover the expenditures. That amount in 2008 was $199,695. This includes mostly tax monies ($55,680) and state revenue sharing ($124,000) and other sources such as cemetery lot sales, hall rent and interest, to name a few. With this operation rev­ enue, the township maintains three cemeteries, provides Rosemary Anger for Barry County Drain Commissioner As your Drain Commissioner, I pledge to manage the Drain Commissioner's office in an efficient and effective manner, and be fair and impartial in the bid process, measuring the costs ofall projects against the best interest ofBarry County to ensure an optimum return to taxpayers. - RosemaryAnger N Born and raised In Barry County, I: ♦ Understand water quality and lake level S concerns of riparian property owners ♦ ♦ Appreciate our bountiful soil & water resources Recognize than many county farmers are dependent on well-maintained county drains for their livelihood ♦ Have demonstrated knowledge, skill, and the ability to immediately assume the duties demanded by the drain commissioner position My qualifying experience: ♦ 11 years experience with Barry County Land Information ♦ Worked on sanitary sewer and water mapping projects ♦ Worked on lake level and lake weed district projects ♦ Worked on drainage reapportionment zones ♦ Mapped drain route, water courses and drainage districts ♦ B.S./M.A. in Geography from WMU ♦ Professional GISP certification For more Information: www.electanger.org or email me at roseanger@sbcglobal.net orphone 269 945-8750 Paid for by the Committee to Elect Rosemary Anger as Barry County Drain Commissioner, 122 E. State Rd., Hastings Ml, 49058-1458 06679508 township and village, main­ taining election records, holding elections and helps provide a transfer station for the collection of waste. The township also still owes the Barry County Road Commission a balance of $87,600 on the original cost of $300,400 for the mat we are paying for on State Road. As costs go up faster than the revenues, the township finds it increasingly difficult to fund these services from the general operating fund. With 1,721 taxable parcels in the township and an opera­ tion millage of .8877 mills, the average taxpayer pays $32.35 in taxes to the town­ ship for operation. Castleton Township levies the fourth lowest total mills levied by the 16 townships in Barry County. I do not understand why Don Wiggins says we do not let the public know what we are doing. All of this has been discussed at our public hearings on the budget, and he is usually part of the pub­ lic at the hearings. The township needs to hear the operational millage for the ambulance approved so we can provide the other needed services used and appreciated by the township residents and taxpayers. Without approval some of the services named will eventually have to be cur­ tailed or perhaps eliminated. Justin W. Cooley, Supervisor Castleton Township POLICIES, from page 1 residents. • Heard Council President Frank Dunham’s comments during the round-table dis­ cussion that the village needs a part-time village manager to oversee projects. “The council doesn’t have time to oversee projects,” he said. “We don’t have the money for it, but things can no longer continue as they are because things aren’t get­ ting done; questions aren’t being answered,” said Dunham. “Our citizens deserve better communica­ tion, respect and response, and I don’t feel they are get­ ting it.” Holden and fellow trustee Sandra Lundquist both agreed that it was a good idea since the council only meets twice a month. SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS Maple Valley Elementary Lunch Menu Monday, Oct 27 Mini cheeseburgers. Whole kernel com, pears, spice bar. Tuesday, Oct 28 Toasty dog. Chips, baked beans, mandarin oranges. Wednesday, Oct 29 Breakfast Hot Pocket. Potato wedge, applesauce, muffin. Thursday, Oct 30 Monster Mash. (Fuller: Taco Pocket) (M.W.: Walking Tacos). Blood Shot Eyes (Tomatoes), Swamp Water (Apple Juice), Bat Droppings (Clodhoppers). Friday, Oct 31 Happy Halloween. No School. NOTE: Fuller Alternative Entree Choices: Peanut butter and jelly sandwich, honey and peanut butter sandwich. Maplewood Alternate Entree Choices: 6 oz. Yogurt w/string cheese, chef salad, peanut butter and jelly sandwich. Maplewood offers a variety of healthy snacks for 50 cents each (cash only: quarters or dollars only). Milk is included with all full meal purchases. Assort-ed bread choices daily. Breakfast price: $130; Lunch price: $1.90; Adult price: $2.75; milk only: $.45. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Monday, Oct 27 Burritos. Refried beans, applesauce. Salad Bar. Tuesday, Oct 28 Chicken nuggets. Mashed potatoes, peaches. Mexican Bar. Wednesday, Oct 29 Rib Sandwich. Whole kernel com, cinnamon apples. Hot Dog Bar. Thursday, Oct 30 Cheesie bread sticks. Spaghettios, pineapple. Pasta Bar. Friday, Oct 31 Happy Halloween. No School. NOTE: Entree’s available daily: cheeseburger, variety of chicken sandwiches, pizza, peanut butter and jelly sandwich, fish sandwich, honey and peanut butter sandwich, 6 oz. yogurt w/string cheese. Side choices available daily: garden salad, juice, fresh fruit. Milk is included with all full meal purchases. Seconds avail­ able on vegetables at no additional charge. Assorted bread choices daily. Breakfast price: $1.45; Lunch price: $2.25-$2.50; Adult prices: $2.75-$3.00. Milk only: $.45. 113 N. 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An absentee ballot appli­ cation is available at any local clerk’s office or online at www.Michigan.gov/vote. A request can also be sub- mitted in a simple letter or on a postcard. A registered voter may obtain an absentee ballot he or she is: • Age 60 or older. • Physically unable to attend the polls without the assistance of another. •Expecting to be out of town on Nov. 4. • In jail awaiting arraign­ ment or trial. • Unable to attend the polls due to religious reasons. • Appointed to work as an election inspector in a precinct outside of the precinct of residence. Registered voters also may visit their city or township clerk’s office for an absentee ballot through 4 p.m. Monday, Nov. 3. Those who request a ballot in person on Nov. 3 must vote the ballot while in the clerk’s office. Absentee ballots must be returned to the clerk’s office by hand or by mail by 8 p.m. on election day. Emergency absentee ballots are available under certain conditions through 4 p.m. on election day. Voters should note that if they have registered to vote by mail or via a voter regis- tration drive and have never voted in Michigan, they are not eligible to vote by absen­ tee ballot in their first elec­ tion. They must vote in per­ son at their precinct instead. However, this restriction does not apply to voters who are age 60 or older, disabled or overseas. Absentee voters should remember to sign the return envelope. If a voter receives assistance in preparing the ballot, the signature of the person providing the assis­ tance also must be on the return envelope. Signed absentee ballots can be returned to a clerk’s office only by the voter, a family member or person residing in the voter’s household, a mail carrier or an election official. When completing an absentee ballot, voters should be aware that build­ ing managers and staff can­ not take possession of a per­ son’s ballot, unless they are handling it as part of their duties to collect that build­ ing’s outgoing mail. It is also illegal to vote in a group set­ ting. Residents should not attend any meeting at which the residents oftheir building or members of an organiza­ tion to which they belong are being asked to vote at the same time. Anyone who believes these procedures are being violated should call the Michigan Bureau of Elections toll-free at 1-866766-4355. For additional informa­ tion, visit the Michigan Voter Information Center at www.Michigan.gov/vote or contact a local clerk. SUPERINTENDENT’S Write us a letter! The Maple Valley News welcomes letters to the editor from readers, but there are a few conditions that must be met before they will be published. The requirements are: • All letters must be signed by the writer, with address and phone number provided for verification. All that will be printed is the writer’s name and community of residence. 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MORT­ GAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a cer­ tain mortgage made by: Martin and Ogrodzinski April Ogrodzinski, Husband and Wife to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., solely as nominee for NovaStar Mortgage, Inc., Mortgagee, dated May 31, 2006 and recorded 29, September 2008 in Instrument # 200809290009589 Barry County Records, Michigan Said mortgage was subsequently assigned to: The Bank of New York Mellon, as Successor under Trustee NovaStar Mortgage Funding Trust, Series 2006-3, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Forty Thousand Two Hundred Seventy-Eight Dollars and Ten Cents ($240,278.10) including interest 9.99% 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 vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on December 4, 2008 Said premises are situat­ ed in Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 30 acres of the East one half of the Southeast one quarter of Section 22, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Irving Township, Barry County, Michigan Commonly known as 3037 Wing Rd, Hasting Ml 49508 The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expira­ tion of the notice required by MCL 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later. Dated: OCTOBER 22, 2008 The Bank of New York Mellon, as Successor Trustee under under NovaStar Mortgage Funding Trust, Series 2006-3, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 08-97381 ASAP# 2909407 10/25/2008, 11/01/2008, 11/08/2008, 11/15/2008 06679565 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. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Ryan Barber and Tracy Barber, Husband and Wife to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., solely as nominee for Irwin Union Bank and Trust Company, Mortgagee, dated April 2, 2007 and recorded May 11, 2007 in Instrument # 1180462 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was subsequently assigned to: HSBC Mortgage Services Inc, on which* mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-One Thousand Nine Hundred Twenty Dollars and Cents Ninety-Five ($151,920.95) including interest 8.06% 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 ven­ due, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on November 20, 2008 Said premises are situ­ ated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South one half of Lot 1039, except the East 20 feet and the South one half of Lot 1040 of the city formerly Village of Hastings, County of Barry, Michigan, as recorded in Liber A of Plats, on page 1, Barry County Records. Commonly known as 629 South Jefferson, Hastings Ml 49058 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later. Dated: OCTOBER 15, 2008 HSBC Mortgage Services Inc, Assignee Mortgagee of Attorneys: Potestivo & Potestivo Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 08-99901 ASAP# 2903383 10/18/2008, 10/25/2008, 11/01/2008, 11/08/2008 06679643 E.A.R.T.H. = EDUCATED ANIMAL Rescue and Teen Haven is in urgent need of HAY DONATIONS. We will come pick it up, dean out your bam of old hay (Any type ofhay that isn't moldy). E.A.R.T.H. 501(c)3 is a non-profit organization. All donations are tax deduc­ tible. 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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. ofpo 06679516 Going wild this Halloween Halloween is a holiday with lots of creepy wildlife associated with it, but the presumed creepiness may not be real. From toads to bats to owls, the National Wildlife Federation shares the facts about these ani­ mals and what they are up to at this time of year, which might dispel a few myths. Bats Blood-sucking vampire bats are real - but they mostly feed on chickens and cows and only live in Latin America. Most North American bats are insect eaters, feeding on every­ thing from moths to mos­ quitoes to beetles They use echolocation to find their prey, which is kind of like radar, rather than eyesight. They tend to have beady little eyes and weird-shaped faces which makes them look scary. But those faces help capture sound waves bouncing off of prey and other objects and funnel those waves to their ears. Many bat species are now beginning hibernation in caves or hollow trees, but some fly south for the win­ terjust like birds. Spiders Spiders, with their eight legs and multiple eyes, are creatures right out of night­ mares — and their sticky webs and venomous fangs don’t help their public image either. But even though they might look scary, spiders are actually extremely beneficial preda­ tors of all sorts of insect pests. And only three species in the U.S. have venom considered strong enough to hurt people: the black widow, the brown recluse and the hobo, and spider bites from these are very rare. In the fall, female spiders are guarding egg sacks which hold the next genera­ tion of spiders. Toads 06663312 NOTICE • TO THE VOTERS OF CASTLETON TOWNSHIP AND THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE There will be a second power point informational meeting on the upcoming ambulance millage proposal on October 30th at 7 pm at the EMS Station. Take advantage of this opportunity by attending this very important meeting. Ask questions, tour the facility, and talk with the EMS people. For additional information on this meeting call: 517-852-9479. Toads are not just a key ingredient in witches’ brew, they are important environ­ mental indicators. All amphibians are susceptible to environmental toxins because of their sensitive skin. They are usually the first species to die out in polluted areas. A healthy toad populations in the area is a good sign that the neighborhood is fairly unpolluted. And no, people cannot catch warts from touching toads. Toads are voracious pest predators in the warm months but' go into under­ ground hibernation by late fall and won’t emerge until spring. Wolves The howl of the wolf can GOING WILD, continued next page Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Hearty Menu Monday, October 27 Scallop potatoes and ham with cheddar cheese, succotash, cherry cobbler. Tuesday, October 28 Chicken teriyaki, rice, stewed tomatoes, Oriental vegeta­ bles, tropical fruit Wednesday, October 29 Hamburger, broccoli, apple crisp, hamburger bun. Thursday, October 30 Turkey ala king, rice, Calif, blend vegetables with cheddar cheese, apricots. Friday, October 31 Roast pork, potatoes and gravy, broccoli and cheese, diced peaches, dinner roll. Cold Menu Monday, October 27 Ham, pea and cheese salad, Spanish bean salad, apricots. Tuesday, October 28 PB&J, tomato salad, tropical fruit, English muffin. Wednesday, October 29 Chicken pineapple salad, carrot raisin salad, diced peaches, wheat bread. Thursday, October 30 Ham and pasta salad, Com O’Brian, cherry cobbler, whole wheat crackers. Friday, October 31 Seafood pasta salad, broccoli raisin salad, applesauce. Activities Calendar Monday, October 27: Hastings - Music with Sam; Crafts 10:30 a.m.; Water-color 1-4 p.m.; Card Making 12:30 p.m.; Kinship Care 6:30 p.m. Delton - Birthday Party. H,W,N Reminiscence. Tuesday, October 28: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, October 29: Hastings - Music with Sam; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m.; Nails; Bible Study 12:30 p.m. Delton - Reminiscence. Thursday, October 30: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with the Lewis’. Delton -Puzzles/ Trivia. Nashville - TV Time. Friday, October 31: Hastings - Halloween Party; Exercise 9 a.m.; Mixed Media Painting 9:30 a.m.; Model Railroad 12 p.m. Nashville - Halloween Party; Nashville 5 11:30 a.m. NOTICE There will be an open house for Justin Cooley and David Demond on October 26, 2008 from 2 PM to 5 PM at the Castleton Township Hall. They are retiringfrom Township service, come and wish them well. 06679514 Trick-or-Treat Halloween trick-or-treat hours for the Village of Nashville will be on October 31 from 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm. LEAF PICK UP The Village of Nashville will start picking up leaves October 27th and will continue to pick- ..7*7 up as long as weather permits. Please place all /Zw leaves to be picked up next to the side of the/7MI66 road on or after this date. THIS DOES NOT INCLUDE BRUSH. 06679478 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, October 25, 2008 — Page 9 Trick-or-treating hours set, Halloween activities announced "... Ghoulies and ghosties and long-legged beasties and things that go bump in the night,” are free to roam the streets of Vermontville from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 31, and go trick-ortreating door-to-door. In Nashville, the little creatures have a half an hour more to roam, tricking treating hours in that village have been set for 5:30 to 8 p.m. on Halloween night. In Nashville, during trick- or-treating hours, beasties and ghoulies also may visit the parking lot of Hastings City Bank, 310 N. Main St., for Grace Community Church’s annual “Trunk or Treat.” Members of the church and community will decorate the trunks of theircars with a variety of festive and family-friendly themes and give candy to little ghosts and goblins. The Vermontville Lions Club invites all the little “things that go bump in the night,” to come to its “Trunk or Treat” which will be set up on Eastside and C Drive and in the parking lot behind the hardware store. Like the one in Nashville, members of the Lions Club and the community will set up then­ decorated vehicles and give candy to little ones from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Judging for a trunk-deco­ rating contest will begin at 6 p.m. Anyone interested in decorating their vehicle and participating in the trunk or treat is invited to come down to the park by 5:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct 31. At 8 p.m., after trick-ortreating is over, the Vermontville library will sponsor a free showing ofthe 1948 classic Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein, in its original black and white format, upstairs in the Vermontville Opera House. Popcorn will be available, but guests are asked to bring their own beverages. The opera house’s new padded chairs will be available for seating. However, guests may also bring beanbag chairs or blankets to sit on. For more information, call the library at 517-726-1362. All little ghouls and gob­ lins are invited to special Halloween events next week at Putnam District Library in Nashville. First, make plans to attend Spooky Storytime at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 28. Guests may dress in their favorite orange and black attire and come hear some creepy tales and make crafts. The featured tale of the evening will be Goodnight Goon: A Petrifying Parody by Michael Rex. Preschool and elementary age children are welcome. On Halloween night, plan a visit to the Haunted Library. Those who dare walk in should prepare to be scared. The library is located across the street from trunkor-treat. This is a free event for all ages and is sponsored by the Maple Valley High School Leadership Class and the Putnam District Library Teen Advisory Group. Patrons should note that the library will be closing at 2 p.m. on Friday afternoon to prepare for this event. Contact the library at 517­ 852-9723 or visit online at www.putnamlibrary.blogspo t.com. for more information. Skippyjon Jones visits the Vermontville Township Library Uilh This car is decorated with a pumpkin theme for Grace Community Church’s annu­ al Halloween Trunk or Treat in the parking lot of Hastings City Bank in Nashville. trails sliiapfe ■taMl itafftaaW Fnto.OataJl L 11.133 fflelWn gj, te»-fctwiScte :-[iKE-Sp: GOING WILD, continued from previous page cause either heart-rending terror or spiritual inspira­ tion. People have either vil­ ified or glorified wolves throughout history, but the real-life wild canines are neither hounds from hell or spiritual guides. In reality, gray wolves are top preda­ tors that play a key role in balancing the ecosystem. They control deer and other prey populations as well as other predators lower down on the food chain, such as coyotes and raccoons. Once found throughout North America, the only remaining gray wolf popu­ lations live in limited regions of the United States and Canada in wilderness areas. They go out of their way to avoid humans. At this time ofyear, they are in the process of growing their thick winter coats to guard against winter’s bitter tem­ peratures, Snakes 5® .5I®t as -W u i , Ini’, w * INVESTORS WANTED Own a part of your own fueling station I convenience store. We will offer bio­ diesel, diesel, E-85 with blending pump and unleaded. Semi-truck and farm trac­ tor friendly design. Two-acre site located on M-66 north of Woodbury, in front of ethanol plant. 7785 Saddlebag Lake Road If you have a fleet of trucks / service vehicles or are just tired of high fuel costs contact Kirt Petersen at | Owls The nocturnal habits, glowing eyes and utterly silent flight make these predatory birds the epitome of eeriness. It turns out that all of those things are sim­ ply adaptations for sur­ vival. Owls are nocturnal to avoid competition for prey 269-838-6682, or email for information The slithering, legless body; the forked tongue; the lidless eyes — every­ thing about a snake is decidedly non-human. But even though they strike fear in many people, most snake species are completely harmless. In fact, snakes are enormously beneficial, helping to control insect and rodent pests. The only time a snake will try to bite is if it’s cornered or star­ tled. The natural reaction of all snakes to people is to get away or hide. By late October, most snakes are moving to their underground hibernation grounds, where they will doze away the cold months waiting for the warmer days of spring. kirtp@att.net with day-flying hawks. Their giant eyes and fringed feathers that make no noise when the bird is flying allow them to hunt in the darkness. Most owls are yearround residents and don’t migrate. Listen for the hoot-hoot-hoot of the great homed owl or the whinny­ ing shriek of the screech owl when trick- or-treating this year. The National Wildlife Federation shows how to turn property into a wildlife habitat at www.nwf/gardenfor wildlife. 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Main St., Vermontville, MI 49096 06679472 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, October 25, 2008 — Page 10 tepemfaWe, 00678781 •Lockouts • Tire Service •Accident Recovery • Long-Haul k Off Road k DI OB™ BINS damage-free —. 945-0191 JEFF DOBBIN'S K\HG SERVICE, INC. Ovntf, JrflDobbin. ASE Mailer Technician over 20 yeari experience Educator workshop held at Pierce Cedar Creek Some children learn best by being outside and having the opportunity to become explorers and investigators of the natural world. However, in a world of limited school budgets, opportunities for offsite field experiences are often not financially feasible. On Saturday, Nov. 1, Pierce Cedar Creek Institute will host an educator work- shop titled "Learning Through Schoolyard Exploration: Encouraging the Naturalist Intelligence" In this workshop, participants will investigate the many teaching opportunities a schoolyard can offer. Attendees will look at preparation needed for and implementation of an outdoor classroom. Additionally, there will be a discussion on how to involve students in their learning to avoid a "recess" mindset, as well as how to promote inquiry and interdis­ ciplinary learning in a 10­ minute field trip. From a crack in the sidewalk to plant­ The only reason While working in Maple Valley, I have had the honor of meeting a lot ofhonest, hardworking people who have opened their doors and hearts to share their stories with me and all of the readers of the Maple Valley News. However, some of the stories that have touched me the deepest never make it into QUALITY, VALUE 8 SERVICE print because they are too personal. 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Like most 5-year-olds, I was working out family relation­ ships, trying to figure out who was related to whom and how, so I idly quizzed my mom about our relatives as I watched her Graphics fluff and fold the laundry and tried to count the dust motes dancing in the sunlight. “Aunt Judy is Dad’s sister, and he’s her brother right?” I asked. “Right,” said Mom. “And Ty is my brother,” I said of my only sibling who is 18 months my senior. “Yes,” said Mom as she reached into the dryer for more towels. “Why does Ty call you grandma instead ofMom?” I asked. Mom paused, put down the towel she was holding and gave me an odd look. When she spoke, my young life was turned upside down. “I thought you knew. I’m not your mother; I’m your grand­ kmibhodd 9 ma. Your parents separated right after you were bom. Your dad brought you here, and I’ve raised you since you were a baby.” I was shocked and scared; I couldn’t believe what I hadjust heard. Tears of hurt and disbelief streamed silently down my cheeks. My grandma came over and sat down and wrapped me in her arms to comfort me. I clung to her like a lifeline; but, there was one more question I had to ask. 2004 FALL SPORTS PI 20 “Who is my real mom?” Grandma looked pained and indecisive, but at last she spoke. “Doris, is you real mother.” I couldn’t control my pain any longer. I wailed and cried, long heart-wrenching sobs, I knew who Doris was. She visit­ famswtn ed twice a year and always made it clear that she preferred my brother to me. She shunned me, and I had always hated her for that. Now I learned that this woman was my mother; I felt like I was in a nightmare, and I wanted desperately to wake up. I was so confused. I must have cried for hours. All the while I cried, Grandma was there, holding me and telling me how much she loved me. When my tears finally started to subside, I looked up into my grandma’s face. The tears streaming down her cheeks and her eyes were filled with pain and sorrow, but were mixed with something else. It would ASH M HIGH : take me years to be able to fully articulate what my heart OF* YOUR understood in an instant that day: I knew what makes a real family. “I love you,” I said as I threw my arms around Grandma’s neck, “You’ll always be my mom.” And she was. While the circumstances that lead grandparents to raise a second generation of children my vary, there is only one rea­ son they do it — love. FROST HEATING 8 COOLING YOUR PRINTING SPECIALIST Catalogs / Catalog Sheets Flyers / Coupons Brochures Post Cards Business Cards Envelopes / Letterhead Booklets / Programs Posters Presentation Folders .. and much, much more! BcpfR forkids FULL SERVICE FACILITY AVAILABLE 1351 North M-43 Hastings, Ml Mfe have the people ready to Call 269-945-9554 anytimefor Maple Valley News Action-ads! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, October 25, 2008 — Page 11 Lions go without a win at Barry County Invitational »>2Sj >2Sj •*S£,, wMi!tt Mi! * h '^•kipim ^afaalflrte iknkiKiikiii^ij^ nlnttjmikhjni^ sssJiiisysistafe te.EJWj«yrei Kld^ioliiliii^ hlkilioii jriafakwtaiW I ®®1 , S d lffjjjj j*jj^j a^BFjT jT ■***> *?>•“>£ ■ ?>•“£ li> li>* by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Barry County Invitationals always put together some combination of Thomapple Kellogg, Hastings, Delton Kellogg, Maple Valley and Lakewood. Monday’s county volleyball invitational in Middleville didn’t include the Lakewood Vikings. Delton Kellogg dominated the day, finishing a perfect 3-0 with wins over the Trojans, Saxons, and Lions. The Panthers topped Hastings 25-12, 25-10, Maple Valley 25-12,25-16, and then Thomapple Kellogg 25-7, 25-14. “Normally we would come out and just fit in and struggle,” said Delton Kellogg head coach Jack Magelssen. “We didn’t do that. It does allow me to play some other kids.” Every single Delton Kellogg player took the court Monday at one point or another, with reserves like Randi Pash doing some serving, Taylor Blacken providing some serves and solid defense, Raissa Mendonca firing some jump serves and doing a lit­ tle setting. The Panthers took the Maple Valley setter Karlee Mater puts the ball up dur­ trophy Monday, and will be ing her team’s match with Delton Kellogg at Monday’s looking for another one in a Barry County Invitational in Middleville. (Photo by Brett couple weeks. Delton will Bremer) have to go through Gull Lake and then likely Lakewood to win the Class B volleyball district tourna­ ment which Gull Lake is hosting the first week of November. “If we play great on a given day, we can beat somebody we probably shouldn’t beat,” Magelssen said. “That’s where we are trying to be at the end ofthe season, because that’s what we’re going to need to do here.” Thomapple Kellogg won one of three games against the Panthers earlier in the season, at the Hopkins Invitational, but couldn’t keep up with Delton Monday. “We didn’t know any­ thing about them (at Hopkins). We didn’t know they were ranked. We just knew they were Delton,” said TK head coach Stacey Woodall. She added that her team sometimes has trouble against teams it knows are Eagles secure a playoff spot by coming back to beat MVHS In the end, Olivet need the win a little more than the Lions did. And in the end, the Eagles showed it. Olivet shut out the Maple Valley varsity football team in the second half Friday night, and came back for a 22-16 win in the final game of the regular season. The victory puts the Eagles at 6-3 for the season, and gives them an automatic berth in the MHSAA playoffs. Maple Valley ends the year at 4-5. Tyler Running back Stutzman scored on a 10-yard run with 8:59 to play in the third quarter, and Cam Colson added the extra-point kick to pull their Eagle team within two points at 16-14. Stutzman then scored on an eight-yard run with 7:04 to play in the fourth quarter to give his team the lead, and added some insurance by carrying in the two-point conversion as well. Stutzman rushed 26 times on the night, for 130 yards. He was responsible for all three Olivet touchdowns, also GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. supposed to be very good coming into a match. The first game against TK, a 25­ 7 Delton win, was the best game the Panthers played all day long. “They’re good and they have a great coach, obvi­ ously,” said Woodall of Delton. “That’s definitely a program he has built up. That’s what I would like to do eventually.” Alyssa Bowerman led TK with 13 kills on the day, while Jessica Pitsch and Amanda Nicholas had nine each. TK’s Adrienne Palmer had 21 digs, while teammates Kate Scheidel and Nicole Ybema had 19 each. Scheidel also ended the day with 31 assists. Thomapple Kellogg and Hastings both ended the day 1-1-1. They split their match, with TK winning game one 25-14 and Hastings winning game two 25-19. Both teams beat Maple Valley, who was 0-3 on the day. The Lions returned to Kalamazoo Valley Association play Wednesday, and had their second straight strong day in the league. It wasn’t quite enough to get by Constantine though, as the Falcons scored a 23-25, 25­ 23, 16-25, 25-21, 15-10 win. The Lions are now 1-7 in the league, and 7-26-5 overall this year. Maple Valley visits Olivet Monday for the final con­ ference match of the sea­ son, then will face the Eagles and Bellevue at Bellevue Tuesday evening. The KVA championship tournament will be held next Saturday, Nov. 1, at Pennfield. Maple Valley’s Tina Westendorp (right) hits an attack tossing a pass to teammate Ryan Bond that turned into an around the block of Thomapple Kellogg’s Kate Scheidel 82-yard score for the host during Monday’s Barry County Invitational. (Photo by Eagles with just over five Brett Bremer) minutes left in the opening quarter. Maple Valley bounced back from the big play on its ensuing drive, scoring on a 59-yard run by Michael Paisley. Paisley then carried in the two-point try to put his team up 8-7. Paisley extended that lead, scoring on a 45-yard run with 4:29 left in the first half. Kyle Fisher this time threw to Riley Fisher for the two-point A conversion and a 16-7 Lion lead. That two-point try was the only completed pass of the night for the Lions, as they racked up all 273 yards of their offense on the ground. Paisley rushed 13 times for 140 yards. Kyle Bums had 17 carries for 72 yards, and Jeff Burd added 12 carries for 52 yards. The Eagles had 176 yards g\\Get your on the ground, and 133 via the pass. Bums intercepted one pass from Eagle quarterback Jay LICENSES HERE! Cousineau, and led the Maple Valley defense with eight tackles. Dusty Cowell and Cody Cruttenden had six tackles each for the Lions. Erik Critchlew led the Eagle defense with nine 219 S. 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CRYSTAL FARMS k^tCHUNK CREAM CHEESE CHEESE $139 2/$E00 ... 8 0Z. $5.00 Still Available • 8 Varieties To Choose From Earlier this month, nine people attended an informa­ tional meeting held by mem­ bers of the Castleton-Maple Grove-Nashville Ambulance (CMGNA) to explain why the service is asking Castleton Township voters for 1 mill to .fund its opera­ tions. During the August pri­ mary election, Maple Grove Township passed the pro­ posed 1-mill levy by a vote of 138-96. The same meas­ ure failed to pass in Castleton Township by a 244-231 vote. If passed the five-year levy (2008 to 2012) would generate an estimated $62,726 per township for the first year of the levy. During the informational meeting, ambulance person­ nel gave a presentation that included history about the EMS and information about its current status. Guests learned that the service covers approximately 118 square miles and serves about 7,400 people including Woodland Township and a portion of Kalamo Township, plus provides advanced life support (ALS) service to Vermontville when needed. The contract to provide service for Woodland Township was made to ensure the survival of the service through added income. (The annual contract with Woodland Township gamers an additional $5,400 in income per quarter, plus revenue generated from runs in that area). The presentation also mentioned the closure of 65 ambulance services across the state of Michigan since January, including the Lakewood, Belding and Leslie units. The Bennett Bill recently allowed the ambulance serv­ ice to change its status. (Ambulance board Secretary/Treasurer Lorna Wilson explained in a later interview that the Bennett Bill allowed rural ambulance services to upgrade from basic to advanced life sup­ port over a period of three years). Because CMGNA is now ALS, a licensed paramedic and EMT are required to be on staff 24 hours a day, seven days a week. During the 1990s, due to the lack of volunteers, the service hired its first paid personnel. According to Wilson, CMGNA now has 18 paid staff members. Director Tina Fein is the only full-time staff member. The rest are part-time employees. Two volunteers get paid $1.25 an hour when they are on call, and get paid a flat fee of $18 or $22 for each run they go on. Wages for CMGNA EMTs start at $7.50 an hour. The highest paid EMT earns $7.75 an hour. CMGNA paramedic wages begin at $9.50. The highest paid para­ medic earns $9.75 an hour. Wilson stated that elsewhere most EMTs start at $9.50 to $10.50 per hour, and para­ medics typically earn $14 to $15 per hour. She added that the services needs to pay competitive wages if it hopes to attract and keep “quality” personnel. The presentation stated that current funding from Castleton and Maple Grove townships ($28,00 per year from each township and $25,000 from the Village of Nashville) plus revenue from runs, is not enough to cover wages, maintenance, fuel, utilities and unfunded state mandates (such electronic run sheets). Wilson estimated mainte­ nance costs of $500 per month to keep two ambu­ lances in running order and approximately $7,000 per month for wages and salary. While the number of runs completed each year is on the rise, response time has decreased since hiring its first paid personnel. However, due to the econo­ my, it is harder to collect unpaid bills — 23 percent of which are never paid. The presentation conclud­ ed with a statement that funds from the 1-mill opera­ tional levy would only be used to cover unfunded state mandates, salary require­ ments, fuel, maintenance, utilities and insurance and gave a breakdown of what the millage would cost tax­ payers, based on property value. Castleton Township resi­ dents who desire more infor­ mation about the proposed millage are welcome to attend the next CMGNA informational meeting scheduled for 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 30 at the EMS station, 330 N. Main St., Nashville. WORKSHOP,continued frompage 1 ing vegetable or native gar­ dens, schoolyards hold an answer to the field trip dilemma. The workshop will runs from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The cost for members of Pierce Cedar Creek Institute is $30, $40 for non-members. Lunch is included. Pre-registration is required and may be done by calling 269-721-4190. Pierce Cedar Creek Institute is located south of Hastings at 701 W. Cloverdale Road; 2.5 miles west of M-37 and 4.5 miles east ofM-43. For more infor­ mation, visit www.cedarcreekinstitute.org or call 269-721-4190. GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. Hansbarge Heating & Air Conditioning We reserve the right to limited quantities and correct printing errors. None sold to dealers or minors. Some items not always as pictured. Nashville IGA Express Accepts: Mon.-Thur, 6AM-iopm. FriySat. MM-MIdnlght; Sun. 9AM- 10PM Bridge Cards " WIC 1 irFNRpn INSURED Vermontville. Ml COLE HANSBARGER owner RUUD Featuring Ruud Bas Furnaces and Air Conditioners. Full Line of Indoor Air Quality Products * FREE Estimates 8 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/822/MapleValleyNews_2008-11-01.pdf 039c66d6bed174fa27a07b6f9bb5cfed PDF Text Text MAPLE VALLEY* n8 227 EAST STATE ST HAST1CSMI49Q5S NNN local paver of toda Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Hasting49058*1 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 136-No. 44, November 1,2008 EMS fate lies with Castleton Township voters One of CMGNA’s two ambulances sits in fron tof the Nashville facility. Voters in Castleton Township will be asked to approve a 1-mill operational levy to support the Castleton-Maple GroveNashville Emergency Medical Service. In the August primary election, Maple Grove Township vot­ ers passed the proposed 1mill levy to support EMS operations 138-96. The same measure failed to pass in Castleton Township by a 244-231 margin. If approved Tuesday, the five-year levy would gener­ ate an estimated $62,726 per township in the first year. Money generated by the millage would be used to cover expenses related to unfunded state mandates, salary requirements, fuel, maintenance and utilities. The ambulance service covers approximately 118 sq. miles and serves about 7,400 people including Woodland Twp., a portion of Kalamo Twp. plus providing Advanced Life Support (ALS) service to Vermontville when needed. The service is currently funded by quarterly alloca­ tions from from Castleton and Maple Grove townships and the Village of Nashville. Nashville contributes $25,000 per year while Castleton and Maple Grove each contribute $28,000 per annum. The annual contract with Woodland Twp. gamers an additional $5,400 in income per quarter plus rev­ enue generated from runs in that area. Ambulance service offi­ cials have estimated that if passed the 1 mill levy ($1 per $1,000 of taxable value) would mean a monthly tax increase of $4.17 for the owner of a $50,000. No seats are contested on the Castleton Township Board, the Maple Grove Township Board or the Nashville Village Council. In Castleton Township, Cheryl Hartwell is running unopposed for supervisor, as are incumbents Clerk Loma Wilson, Treasurer Dorothy Semrau and Trustee Jerry Reese. Newcomer Mike Trahan is running for the trustee seat currently held by Dave DeMond who is not seeking re-election. In Maple Grove Township, incumbents Supervisor Rod Crothers, Clerk Susie Butler, Treasurer Ginger Cole and trustees Jim Heyboer and Doug Westendorp are all running unopposed. In Nashville, incumbent Trustee Jack Holden is run­ ning unopposed for his seat on the Village Council. Township voters to decide trustee, supervisor, clerk, library board races by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer In Vermontville Township, only incumbent Clerk Sharon Stewart is running unopposed in Tuesday’s general election. There is a two-way race for both the supervisor’s and the treasurer’s seat, a four-way race for two trustee seats, and finally, seven candidates are .vying for six seats on the township library board. Jack Owens and Dean Monroe are the candidates for Vermontville Township supervisor’s post currently held by Russ Laverty, who is not seeking re-election. Dean Monroe grew up in Charlotte and entered the United States Marine Corps immediately after graduating from high school in 1960 and was honorably discharged in 1965. He became a master electrician in 1967 and in 1970, moved to California where he acquired his electri­ cal contractor’s license and Brian Moore lived and worked for 35 years-. While in California, Monroe was a member of the Orange County National Disaster Team, president of the Lil Miss Softball League, and was a member and president of the Marcia Grant Willowick Men’s Golf Club. He is also a 24-year member of the Elks Club and is also a member of the Moose Lodge and the American Legion. Monroe, who is the owner of Mulberry Gardens Blair Miller Restaurant and Banquet Facility, said he has always been active in the communi­ ties he has lived in and is cur­ rently working with the Maple Valley Business Group, which is i trying to establish a DDA in Nashville. Two run for one trustee seat on Maple Valley Board by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer In November 2007, the Maple Valley Board of Education approved a resolu­ tion to hold regular school elections in November of even years piggy-backing with the gubernatorial and presidential elections to save on election costs. Tuesday, Nov. 4, will mark the first school board election since that resolution was accepted. Current school board trustee Teresa Allen is run­ ning unopposed to finish the final two years of a term that expires in 2010. Allen was appointed to the seat after long-time trustee Allison Avery resigned in 2007. Meanwhile Larry Filter and Mark Wenger are vying for the four-year seat currently held by school board presi­ dent Jerry Sessions who has served on the board since 1996 and as president since 2003. Filter of Nashville is a 1959 graduate of Maple Valley High School. He served in the United States Navy, then attended CTI Auto School for one year. He worked at Eaton Manufacturing for 23 years and as a meat cutter for 25 years. Filter said the most impor­ tant issue facing the district is mid-year budget cuts. He said that while cuts need to be made they should not include teaching staff. He added that his love for Maple Valley kids and good teach­ ers makes him the best can­ didate for the post. “The school board has to dig down and look at cuts in staff, but no teachers, and look at ways to keep kids in the district,” he said. Wenger did not respond to the candidate survey mailed by and Maple Valley News staff nor could he be reached by telephone. JoeAnn Nehmer “In short, I believe that my interests and experience for the communities of Castleton, Maple Grove and Vermontville townships make me aware of what the Vermontville Township supervisor’s job entails,” said Monroe. “I have thoroughly read the MTA (Michigan Township Authority) book on responsibilities of a supervi­ sor. Monroe said the most Jack Owens important issues he sees facing Vermontville Township are: Budgets (coordinating with fire, ambulance and other community boards; and proper supervision, which includes fair tax assessments, and being able to work with all township boards as well as being avail­ VOTERS DECIDE, continued on page 13 In This Issue • Hastings wins both titles at Barry Go. Invitational • Department seeks millage renewal • MVHS to present “Harvey” • Two vie for Barry Co. Drain Commissioner post • Two candidates compete for state rep. seat Larry Filter �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, November 1,2008 — Page 2 Early 4’s students learn about the autumn season In October, Early 4s stu­ dents at Fuller Street Elementary learned about the fall harvest season. “We discussed apples and pumpkins. The culmination of our week was a visit to The Country Mill in Charlotte,” said teacher Shannon Powers. “We learned a little more about apples and got to select a pumpkin and pick an apple.” Kiara Barke washes gourds at the sensory table. Cassidy Simpson selects the perfect apple for pick­ ing. Early 4s students and parents listen to a presentation about apple selection and grading at The Country Mill. Help sought for tribute to service men and women (From left) students Kyleigh Scott, Rian Rumsey, Duncan Seume and Owen Bailey cut up apples for applesauce. ggo i 113 N. Main Nashville Jack & Judy’s 517-852-9700 Hours: Open 7 Days 6AM-8PM Be Sure To Country sy VOTE Everyone is important. Stop and see usfor j Il Nashville's Friendly Family ,Breakfast, Lunch or Restaurant with Family Prices!!Dinner afterwards. | Veteran's Day is approaching and Putnam District Library is again planning to honor those who are serving and those who have served in all branches of the United States military. Maple Valley residents are invited to display mili­ tary memorabilia at the library on Tuesday, Nov. 11, for the community to view. Residents are wel­ come to create a display for viewing only or to be present to discuss their items or experiences. The library would appreciate as many photos of Maple Valley service people as possible for this day. Anyone who has a photo of self, a parent, or a grandparent in a service uniform, please consider sharing it with the com- munity. In addition to military Stormy White (left) and Dakotah Bursley pound golf displays, the library's chil­ tees into pumpkins. dren's room will be a space for people to create greeting cards to send to active military men and women. Photos of active military are sought for this area. The ladies auxiliary will continue its star sale through this day, as well. Proceeds from the sale of stars are used to buy items for gift packages to area service men and women. Any individual or group who would like to partici­ pate is asked to contact the The Place to Gofor Professional Styling library's director, Shauna Swantek, by Friday, Nov. MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN 7. HAIR STYLING & NAILS For more information Open Tuesday — Friday call the library 517-852­ S.E. Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 9723 or e-mail putnamlibrary.director@yahoo.co 1-517-852-9481 £ m» Qff26^45-9554> Mafle VaHtyACnON-Ads Reach over4,000area homes 'Diana’s D^ace 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. 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Worship ........... P.M. Worship............. ........ 11 a.m. ..................... 6 Wednesday Evening: Worship ...................................... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St., ' Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG Wed. 5:30 p.m................ Family Supper 6:00-7:15............................. Pioneer Club Sun: 9:00...................... Sunday School 10: 00............................. Church Service 11: 00...................................... Fellowship 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 PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST 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. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte . PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Worship Services Sunday School for All Ages .. .10:30 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 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship................... 8:30 a.m Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors 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 . PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................ 11:15 a.m. PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 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 Sunday Mass....................... 9:45 a.m. FATHER AL RUSSELL , A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings 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 one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 304 Phillips St., Nashville NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School 10:50 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 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 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 .. .6:30 p.m. AWANA................. 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, November 1,2008 — Page 3 Four running for two seats on Vermontville Village Council by Sandra Ponsetto Corporation as a radiation the village and the people,” tech/salesperson and is self- he said. “I am also interested Vermontville Village employed in telecommunica-in representing the village on Council incumbents President tions as contractor. the fire board as I have had Doug Kelsey, Clerk Shirley Flowers has held no politi-several years with EMS expeHarmon, Treasurer Kay cal offices but said he is inter- riences to assist with the Marsh and Trustee Abe ested in politics in all levels understanding of a BLS servFrench — who is seeking to and attended local public ice.” fill the remainder of the term meetings at his previous resiImportant issues facing the for the unexpired seat previ- dence, offering suggestions community according to ously held by the late Jim and researching and follow- Flowers are: “One, budget Saaman — are running unop- ing through with public and keeping the village in the posed. response to budget concerns, ‘green;’ two, continued safety Current Trustee Tom accountability and local ordi- for the children and commuWilliams is not running for re- nance issues expressed in nity; three, the survival of the election, so incumbent trustees meetings. Sue Villanueva and Garry Flowers said he is the best Patrick will vie with chal- candidate for the job because lengers Jeanette Schultz and ofhis concern and experience. Ira Flowers for two of the “I am living in the commuthree trustee spots on the bal- nity and am concerned how lot. the monies are spent and how Flowers, 1978 graduate of the people are represented Hanover Christian Academy and informed. I will do my in North Carolina, attended very best to attend and be Ira Flowers tech school and became a cer- involved in all concerns as tified health physics techni- allowed by the council. I will township’s BLS ambulance cian and EMT. He worked at relay all public concerns at service; and four, maintaining Carolina Power and Light as a each of the meetings which current and attracting more health/radiation tech, at had been brought to me with a business to the area. Container Products fair balance ofwhat is best for “By my being elected, I “I care about what happens to the community,” he said, adding that he thinks fiscal responsibility, trying to maintain a surplus when so many other municipalities are operating on deficit budgets, is one of the greatest concerns facing the village. “But, what I desire the most is that everyone will get out and vote this year,” he concluded. Jeanette Schultz, a high school graduate who has taken a few college courses, t also said she is the best candidate because she is a concerned citizen of the community. She said spending wisely is the most important issue Staff Writer will maintain an open mind to all the above concerns and assist with the people’s interests at heart,” he said.. Garry Patrick has served on the village planning commission for several years until he was elected as trustee four facing the village, and cauyears ago. He said that since tions, “We need to rememberr being elected, he has attended everyone is in an economic several workshops and semi-crunch.” nars relating to local govern­ Sue Villanueva, a 1962 ment in order to increase his Lakewood High School grad­skills and knowledge for for serv serv-­ uate served on the ing as a trustee. Vermontville Village Council Like Flowers, Patrick said as president from 1984 to he is the best candidate for the 2004 and as trustee since post because he cares. 2004. She also serves on the Vermontville Township Fire and Ambulance Board and the cemetery board. Villanueva said her experience on the council makes her the best candidate for trustee. “I have past experience with village affairs and working with the budget, and working to stay within our budget while working to give our residents the best services and safety we can,” she said, noting that the budget is one of the biggest issues facing the community. “We want to stay y within our budget so we don’t have to ask for more taxes to run the village,” said Villanueva. “With everything going up, we have to work to tighten our belts a little and still be able to run the village as we have in the past. “I enjoy representing the people of our beautiful village and take it as a great honor to do so,” she concluded. Fall programs end at the Vermontville Township Library on Oct. 20, with "Bats at the Library" by Brian Lies. When someone leaves the window open at the library, the bats explore the many amusements available in the inside. Children enjoyed the story, went on a bat scavenger hunt, made origami bats, and tan Children showing off their raccoon masks. texture, scraps of card stock and buttons. On Oct. 9, the theme was Payne Stevens, Kyle Knoll, Jade Scott, Hanna Reid, autumn. The story Fletcher and Hazi Stevens, Mercedes Scott, and Brooklyn Scott the Falling Leaves, by Julia make origami bats at the “Bats at the Library” program Rawlinson was read. Children The Vermontville Township reading experience ever. The designed their own fall tree using Library hosted the second annual book chosen for the event was foam. On Oct. 16, the library partici"Fall Fun for Families" program, Corduroy by Don Freeman. After sharing the story, the chilpated in "Michigan Reads One providing entertainment the community. The program began dren made Corduroy magnets State, One Children's Book Oct. 2 with participation in using sandpaper to give the bear Program." 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The facility also is well known in Eaton County and in every surrounding county, as a quaint old brick building where people can go to watch incredible productions that stimulate the senses with the sights and sounds on stage, as well as the smell and taste of the Women’s Club popcorn. Exactly 100 years after the opera house was built, when a wrecking ball recently had loomed as a possible fate for the century-old building, one of Vermontville’s own, Bill Reynolds, then a college stu­ dent, started a theater group to give high schoolers more opportunity to perform. He started The Revue, a theater group that provides a way for kids and adults to have fun, build confidence, perform for friends and neighbors and develop friendships. The opera house is not on the ballot, neither is Bill Reynolds or the Revue. But Gaylord “Joe” Harvey is. He is running for trustee on the Vermontville Township Board. I have never met Joe Harvey. What I have learned about him though, is that he has tried in many ways, and several times to railroad The Revue. He frequently attends township board meetings with the sole purpose ofdriv­ ing The Revue out of town. He is said to be very negative toward the group at township meetings. Apparently, he thinks that The Revue is making loads of money, and wants the group to pay rent to use the building for its practices and performances. Bill Reynolds believes in providing great shows so people can experience live theater at affordable prices so people will come back to watch more shows, and he has been very successful. If the Revue, a nonprofit group, has to pay rent (for each and every practice and perform­ ance), ticket prices would go up, fewer people would attend shows and the group would probably have to dis- Letter shows conflict of interest To the editor: Carla Rumsey’s letter in last week’s Maple Valley News may be misleading to some of your readers. The address is listed as Vermontville. This is a tech­ nicality. Carla lives in Kalamo Township and in fact is on the Kalamo Township Board. I am very concerned that a neighboring township board member is actively promot­ ing the replacement of a cur­ rent Vermontville board member. My concern is heightened by the fact that Vermontville Township has had lengthy negotiations with Kalamo over pricing of the services we provide them. I do not doubt Carla’s sin­ cerity in her friendship with Marcia Grant. I must howev­ er question whether her undermining a standing board member has more to do with her getting the best deal she can for her own con­ stituents. JoeAnn Nehmer has led the efforts to bring Kalamo Township fees up to the same levels that we charge our own residents. Marcia Grant and her husband Don A Christmas • Winter Prints 4 Me Days of Christmas® byBenartex Buttons, Zippers, Trim QUESTIONS: ASK US... —v MBm mmm 06679981 _____ _____| 218 E. 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Re­ elect JoeAnn Nehmer and keep our interests on top of the Vermontville Township Board’s agenda. Blair J. Miller Vermontville solve. Local residents can either walk or take a short drive to watch great productions. But they are not the only ones who benefit. Hundreds of people make Vermontville their destina­ tion to see a theatrical per­ formance that residents in big cities say rivals shows in those big cities. People come to Vermontville sometimes up to three times a year from all over Eaton and Barry counties, plus Battle Creek, Marshall, Grand Rapids, Lansing, Jackson, Detroit, Traverse City, and even Illinois, Indiana, Ohio and Iowa to watch shows at the Vermontville Opera House. As word has gotten out, the numbers have grown, starting with 50 or so people at a show early on to more than 1,500 who attended the spring children’s show this year. Over the past 12 years and 42 shows by The Revue, roughly 30,000 people have gone through the doors ofthe opera house. Just think, if each of those people spends just a dollar in town, that’s $2,500 dollars going into the cash registers of Vermontville each year. Is Joe Harvey willing to reim­ burse the merchants of Vermontville the hundreds or thousands of dollars they would lose if he were elected and succeeded in driving The Revue out of town? As a parent with three children who’ve been in five different shows at the opera house, 1 have shopped at the grocery and hardware store while my kids were in prac­ tice. I’ve eaten at restaurants there. I’ve gassed up my car in Vermontville countless times. Just think, if 30 par­ ents from any given kids’ show spend $100 in Vermontville over the six weeks or so. of rehearsal, that’s $3,000 going into the tills in Vermontville. Is Mr. Harvey willing to reimburse the merchants that money, as well? When our family was in a show, and we were short on time before a rehearsal, we would grab a quick bite to eat in town. A few times, we planned ahead and just ate dinner at a local restaurant before or after a show or per­ formance. And again, gas is a must for people who drive to Vermontville. So if a show has 15 adults in the cast who are spending $100 in town during the course of a performance, that’s $1,500 going into the tills. Some performances have 30, 40 or 50 people. Is Joe Harvey willing to reimburse mer­ chants that $1,500, $3,000 or more? I’m not saying the cash registers in Vermontville are overflowing; the money comes in slowly and steadi­ ly, but it does add up. Thousands of dollars are being paid directly to the merchants of Vermontville every year. Is Joe Harvey trying to drive out the mer­ chants, too? Tickets for a show by The Revue are about $8, which may seem like a lot to Joe Harvey. Admission to shows at any other venue besides high schools easily starts at $20. Any organization, whether a high school or forprofit acting troupe, has to pay license fees to put on a show, and costumes have to be rented. These alone amount to several thousand dollars each. On top of that, programs have to be printed. Scripts must be rented or bought. Advertising is a nec­ essary expense. The Revue applies for grants and uses the varied talents of many volunteers to put on shows and stay afloat. When possible, the group keeps business local, buying supplies at the hardware and hiring a local seamstress to make special costumes. Other local businesses are the source of lumber for sets, and the T-shirts and sweat­ shirts bought by cast mem­ bers. And though Joe Harvey thinks “those theater people” are rolling in the green, fru­ gality rules in the shows. Costumes, props and sets are used repeatedly from one production to another. For example, the wooden struc­ ture built for the train scene in “The Music Man” was reused as bunk beds for orphans in the next show, “Annie.” Even programs are recycled from one night to the next to save costs. Cast members or patrons fold up and stack chairs after each show, and the director makes sure the floor is swept. When a show does do well, the group puts the money back into Vermontville. Some of those donations have included making repairs to the opera house (volunteers recently finished painting it - which otherwise would have cost the township thousands of dollars - buying toilets for the men’s room, buying and installing new lights, and making other small repairs), purchasing and donating the wooden toy train for the park, paying the license fees for a movie for the library’s summer community movie night, and providing scholar­ ships for children. These are not roving, reckless individuals with nothing better to do, who leave destruction in their wake. They are teachers, salesmen, contractors, home­ makers, healthcare workers, government employees, pro­ fessionals and many others who hope to be in a show here because they have heard that performances are top­ notch. Children benefit tremen­ dously from their involve­ ment in The Revue. Music, art and dance lessons easily cost $10 per session in stu­ dios and homes throughout the area. Kids who come to The Revue - many from families that would not be able to afford such fees - pay nothing, but they get music and dance lessons. They also learn time management, dis­ cipline and resourcefulness. Would Joe Harvey prefer that these kids be out roam­ ing neighborhoods, cruising on back roads or surfing the Internet Kids come from all over to be in a show at the Vermontville Opera House, driving from Lansing, Battle Creek and just about every small town around. Kids in Vermontville live close enough to walk to practices, others are driven three times a week from up to 30 miles away because they’ve heard how great the shows are in the little village of g Vermontville. Word is that Joe Harvey has never even been to a per­ formance by The Revue. If that is true, I don’t under­ See VOTERS, continued on page6 EMBROIDERY <& SCREEN PRINTING 117 N. MAIN STREET NASHVILLE, AM 49073 517-852-9207 Fax: 517-852-9250 court - side@sbcglobal. net Logo Digitizing - Custom Screen Printing Awards <& Engraving - Sewing <& Alterations LIONS § Maple Valley Lions |! House Flag 28" x 40" w/Pole Pocket. 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Grieves is a gradu- run like it should be ... ate of Saranac High School, There’s a lot of loopholes and and after a failed Ionia ‘good-old-boy’ oversights, County Commissioner race in and we don’t get the full ben1990, this is his second efit ofthe taxes being paid.” attempt at political office. Grieves did not express any “I’ve ran before, and I pay discontent with the incumtaxes,” said Grieves. “I guess bent’s performance in the (that’s) about as political as I office, but said he thinks he get.” can do better. His community involve“We’ve got good people ment includes serving as a doing the job now,” he said. member ofthe Lions Club for “I think they’re good, but I 20 years, participating in the think they could do more.” Jaycees for 15 years, volun­ The most important issue teering as a Boy Scout cub facing his district, said master and den leader, and Grieves, is jobs. coaching Little League base­ “Geeze, we need jobs,” he ball. said. “I want my grandkids — Grieves said he decided to I want my kids — to be able run because of a “lack of par- to have jobs.” ticipation by people in our Grieves said he wants to area andmost areas ... It’s put an emphasis on positions pretty much aone-party sys- such as manufacturing and tem, and we need more peo- road work. ple running for office that can “We been satisfied thinkhelp with governing the state. ing we’re just a service “We need to conserve group,” he said of the direcmore. We’re not able to tion of employment in the afford all the things we’re United States. “You can’t doing, not just nationwide, maintain government. You but statewide.” can’t go around the world Grieves said he is the best starting wars and not lose. candidate for the job because The funding is not here.” “the government does not Grieves said to maintain stay up to its end of the bar- and add jobs to Michigan, he gain. We need to hold people would stop working with and responsible.” giving tax credits to compaHe added that he does not nies that take jobs out of the “have a lot of ties with the state and the country. insiders” and that he doesn’t “We should have enough answer to special-interest character to know if you take groups. Grieves said, “I like work from my backyard, we lose ... That’s not being united, it’s not being good to your neighbor,” he said of the states working together. Grieves said he wants peoi ple to know he is married with six children and has lived in the area all his life. Calley, 31, earned a seat in Dean Monroe the state representative’s office when he was elected in Vermontville Township Supervisor 2006. Before that, he served Paid for by the Committee to elect four years as vice chair of the StaffWriter VOTE i Dean Monroe for Vermontville Twp. Supervisor, 517-490-9647 We would like to thank everyone for their thoughts and prayers, their generous giving offood, cards, flowers, donations and especially for time spent with our family during this very difficult time. We would also like to thank Daniels Funeral Home and all of our wonderful family, friends and Thomapple Valley Church Family for supplying food for and helping with the luncheon. She meant so much to us and it has been a blessing to know how much she meant to all of you. Your Kindness Will Never Be Forgotten The Family of Ann Olmstead 06679944 Ionia County Commission. legislature just needs the will Calley said the final thing interests of my political party “That was my first public and the courage to make some he wants to do to help the or any other special interests, office held,” said Calley of pretty tough choices coming economy and bring jobs to for that matter.” his position on the county up.” Michigan is focus on diversiThe incumbent said he is board. “I’ve been a life-long The state representative fication. especially looking forward to volunteer for political causes, said he also wants to keep his “That’s not a luxury now,” another term in the House of both at the national and local seat because, “I’m also really he said, “It’s a matter of sur- Representatives because his level.” embarrassed and disappoint- vival.” last term has offered him a lot Calley graduated from ed by the performance of the He focused particularly on of experience and helped him Ionia High School and earned whole political arm of state alternative energy. He said build relationships. a bachelor elor’’s degree degree in busi- government, government, and and II have a allowing net meterin metering or Calley said something he is ness administration from determination to improve shortening payback time on working on right now to help Michigan State University upon that performance.” alternative energy “will allow the people of Michigan is the and a master’s of business Calley said one ofthe ways more people to afford to make Financial Accountability and administration from Grand he wants to improve the state their own energy.” He said a Transparency Act that would Valley State University. He is to change g some of the demand for alternative energy gy provide prove aa searchable searc a e database aa ase worked in banking for almost membership in the legisla- creates a new market for for every state expenditure. 11 years, most of which was ture. He said he wants to things that need to be manu“Right now, it’s so easy for spent at Ionia County bring in “people that will factured. a politician to say something National, or what is now First stand with me to make the “And in Michigan, we have like, ‘We’re cut to the bone,”’ Bank. Calley worked mostly right choices.” a ton of excess manufacturing said Calley. “In terms of as a commercial loan officerr The biggest issues facing capacity,” he said. overall spending growth, I and was employed with Irwin his district right now, he Calley added that if the think it would be stunted if Union Bank when he was noted, are jobs and the econo-state makes a public commit-you opened up the checkbook elected to the state post. my. He said he is working on ment to a move toward alter- ... Let the people decide In addition to his political several ways to approach native energy, it would whether spending is appropriinvolvement, Calley said he those issues. improve the chances of get- ate or not.” has been an active member of “Government’s main role ting manufacturers in the state Calley is married with two the Portland Baptist Church, should be to remove obstacles for the alternative energy children. acting as the song leader on to success in business, partic- parts and systems. the deacon board. He also ularly small business,” he He said he is the best served on the Great Lakes said. choice for state representative Region Board for the Red Calley said some of the because, “I have approached Cross and as a board member ways he wants to help the the job of state representative on the Portland Economic state economy are to expand as one of leadership through Development Corporation. small business credit, some- service. I believe I brought a Calley has served on the Ionia thing he got into the Michigan level of transparency to this County Economic Alliance Business Tax wording. job that our district has never Board, the local emergency “We can open up a lot seen before.” Subscribe to the planning committee and the wider to include more busiCalley said he has a track Hastings Banner. board ofpublic works. He has nesses,” he said of the assis- record of voting the interests with worked Junior tance that will help small ofhis district, “whether or not Achievement and also has businesses grow. “That’s that matches up with the been a Rotary Club member. going to do a lot more for tryAs state representative, ing to create jobs in Michigan Calley serves on several com- than trying to bring them in 06679957 Shop Hours: Mon. 9-4; mittees, including tax policy, from wherever around the Tues.-Fri. 9-6; Sat 9-2 health policy, banking and world.” financial services, retiree Calley said another way to health-care reform, as well as help businesses and help the on a sub-committee to the economy is to address issues health policy committee to surrounding health care. address the shortage ofnurses “We need to have options Thank you to my customers for your in the state. He is the chair- available where individual patience during my father’s illness man of the house Republican policy members can get group Tuesday - Saturday 10-2 campaign committee and the rates through loose associavice chair of a community tions,” he said, adding that he college caucus. wants to bring down the cost Senior Perms Includes Cut & Style) $30 Calley said he decided to of health care for small busiAll Other Perms Includes Cut & Style). $40 seek re-election because, nesses. “That would have the Shampoo & Sets ............................................... ...$8 “There is just so much more biggest impact ofanything we Highlights $ . 7 OFF to do. We have challenges can do. So many are in a posi'Witt Kathy that face our state. Solutions tion where they just go with517-726-1506 • 150 N. Main, Vermontville are in front ofus. I believe the out now.” GET MORE NEWS! Call 945-9554 for more information. -Xathy’s 'Back To Jyormal <!f'alljTours QUESTIONS ABOUT MEDICARE PART D? 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Not only is the opera house being used for about six weeks at a time, three times a year by The Revue, Bill Reynolds has made improvements to the building and its equipment and also has turned it into a destination for thousands of people who otherwise likely would not have visited. I think an elected board for any municipality, large or small, needs to work at keep­ ing what’s good in town and making it better. Joe Harvey has made it very clear, repeatedly, that he wants to take what’s good and push it right out ofVermontville. He thinks the township board is letting “that theater group" get away with something. What the township is doing, however, is providing the 1980s, a local English people ofVermontville inex­ pensive, quality entertain­ teacher, Dorothy Carpenter, had a theater group thatper­ ment in town, that not only formed here, but due to the has resulted in repairs and improvements to the opera deterioration ofthe building, the performances ended. The house, but also brings people opera house was in limbo of and money to local business­ being torn down but waspre­ es. served and restored by the Rather than being so community. The opera house opposed to an arrangement has the honor ofbeing listed that benefits so many, public with The Registry of officials, businesses and National Historic Buildings. individuals should work stand how a person could be so adamantly opposed to something he’s never seen. If he went to a show, he would be amazed at what a bunch of amateurs can pull off, and he probably would be amused at what his fellow townspeople will do on stage. People from the Charlotte Performing Arts Center have tried, to lure The Revue to that town, but Bill Reynolds has resisted. He wants to keep ticket prices low, keep 'the show in Vermontville, and be able to put any extra money into the opera house, the township and the village. If Joe Harvey succeeds with his railroading efforts, this win/win arrangement would be a loss for everyone. I found the following on the Vermontville Township Library Web page: In the together. For example, being in a production is time-con­ suming and often leaves little room for such activities as say, eating. Maybe the restaurants in town could "brown bag work out a burger night," or something similar where they deliver pre-ordered meals to the opera house for the hungry actors. Maybe a handful of people from a church group or other organization could bring in potluck favorites donations. and take (Hungry people usually aren't picky.. Bill Reynolds is a fair and generous person who has worked tirelessly to bring something great to his hometown. He has certainly succeeded. But if Joe Harvey succeeds in his quest for Township Vermontville Board trustee, he will do his best to eliminate everything Bill Reynolds has done for Vermontville. Is that what residents of Vermontville Township want? Is that what business owners want? Please consider what’s best for Vermontville when you vote Tuesday. Concerns are based on necessity To the editor: Based on several items that have appeared in the local newspaper, there seems to be some confusion or misunderstanding about my husband Don Wiggins’ position on the value of the local EMS in Castleton Township. At no time has he ever said A or written that the EMS is not a vital and appreciated service to our area. In fact, he is on record as saying just the opposite. He and I both understand how many lives have and will be saved in the h future with the aid offered by the EMS. That being said, Don did put forth projections oh the anticipated revenue (based on numbers supplied by the township officials) for the upcoming years. His concern Now Contracted With . • • folks have called him numerous times to say, "Can you do something about this?" He has always taken his personal time to talk with these individuals and listen to what they have to say. If he felt he could help, he would do what he could. That is all Don has attempted to do again. He has put out some information for the voters of Castleton Township to consider. Neither Don nor I want to see our local EMS discontinued due to lack of funding. We would just appreciate knowing that there is an immediate need for additional funding. Kathy Wiggins, Castleton Township Local proposals most important when voting In a few short days, our country will select its new president. But there are also life-or-death issues affecting those living in southeast Barry County in exactly a life-or-death manner which require immediate voter Kathy Maurer, attention. On Tuesday Nov. Hastings 4, the residence of Castleton Township will be asked to approve a 1-mill increase to fund our local ambulance service. The Oct. 25 edition of the Maple Valley News To the editor: “Nashville Needs Changes editor by Steve Toman This is in response to and New Ideas”, letter to the whose theme, or to use a published two articles outlin­ ing the proposed funding slang expression, “obses­ request titled, “Revenues sion” was to advise people to get involved in village mat­ needed to fund services,” and | The men of Vermontville UnitedMethodist Church “Nashville EMS hold infor­ ters. are putting on a mational meeting on millage If he had attended the proposal.” Although the BREAKFAST FOR THE COMMUNITY council meeting on July 10, he would have heard the details are worthy of repeat­ SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8™ ing, I will instead ask voters statement he refers to. from 7 am to 10 am • Everybody welcome to re-read them - thoroughly. Maybe he has elected to Come in and start the day out right. We have pancakes, sausage^J^ How easy it is to become become less involved as he links, eggs any style you want, Texas toast, French toast, and has not attended recent coun­ swept away with national biscuits & gravy. Beverages are O.J., milk, coffee and water. issues and inadvertently lose cil meetings. , Donations will be going to our church for stained glass restoration J focus on those things that Harold Philp, 06679961 Nashville will affect our day-to-day quality of life. The residents of southeast Barry County are incredibly blessed to have not only outstanding fife-saving equipment, but highly qualified, dedicated emergency medical person­ nel minutes away from our homes and business. If the proposed funding is not EYE & E.N.T. approved, by voters what Specialists, PLC then? Where do the essential For Vision. For Hearing. For Health. life-saving tools and person­ nel come from? And more importantly, how long will it take for them to get to us? Can our families, friends and employees afford those extra precious minutes for a unit to Our patients and those waiting to become our patients do not come from Hastings or per­ have to wait any longer. As of November 6, 2008, our Eye Care Providers ... haps farther? I think not. Kimberly J. Norris, MD, Ophthalmologist Who will be president is important, no doubt, but the David D. Harrell, MD, Ophthalmologist more pressing issue for those Paul A. Brown, MD, Ophthalmologist in Castleton Township is Ann K. Hemmeke, OD, Optometrist how long do you want to Laura L. Kenyon, OD, Optometrist wait for CPR, or to get oxyJeffrey J. Kenyon, OD, Optometrist are all in-network with Davis Vision Plan. Thank you for your patience while we worked through the process of contracting with your vision plan. Call our office to schedule your appointment at any one of our three convenient locations. The council is on it is not with whether there is a need for the EMS, but rather, is there a legitimate need for additional funding (upcoming millage issue) for this service. If current revenue funding is sufficient to maintain the EMS at its current level of service, then is there actually a need for additional revenue from the tax payers? this Additionally, if increase in revenue is approved and creates a surplus, where will those funds be funneled and for .what use? I would also like to mention that Don has attended multiple EMS and township meetings. He tries to stay well-informed about all aspects of township business. Knowing this, when contro­ versial issues have come up over the past few years, local gen after a bad fire, or to get to the hospital after an acci­ dent? Currently, we have some of the best equipment and unbelievably talented personnel available to per­ form these vital tasks 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and at the fastest response times possible - neither pres­ idential candidate can do that. I am asking you to vote “yes” on Tuesday, Nov. 4, to keep the Castleton-Maple Grove-Nashville Ambulance service and its dedicated staff in place. The muchneeded funds to keep these services local were rejected by only 13 votes in the August primary.. If you voted “yes” in August please vote “yes” on Tuesday. Please don’t take for granted that your neighbor, co-work­ er, boss, friend, or relative is going to vote - call them ask them to vote “yes” as well. Take them with you to vote — you’ll be saving gas, our local ambulance and poten­ tially someone’s life. You can vote on Tuesday Nov. 4, at the Castleton Township Hall from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thank You Scott A. Daniels Daniels Funeral Home More letters from our readers on page ? Community Involvement: General Federation Women’s Club, Vermontville & Eaton Historical Society • Previously in Cub Scouts, 4-H leader, Band 6 Athletic Boosters, 15 yrs. Vermontville EMS Qualifications: 7 years as Treasurer • Michigan Township Association • Represented MTA at National Conference in Washington D.C. 04 and 08 • Trained as Treasurer • Resourceful • Ambitious • Assists others on the Township Board • Created the Poverty Exemption guidelines • Served on the Planning Commission • Extensive knowledge on taxing • Respect the oath to uphold the Township law and expect other Board members to do the same • Office in home & available all hours. I would appreciate your support to retain me as Vermontville Twp. Treasurer in the upcoming election. Paid for by the committee to re-elect JoeAnn Nehmer, 527 S. Main St., Vermontville, MI 49096 06679472 FROST HEATING & COOLING 1761 West M-43 Hwy. Hastings, MI 49058 269-945-3888 9090 S. Rodgers Ct. aledonia, MI 49316 124 S. 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You need pro­ fessionally trained medical personnel to answer your call. That’s what Castleton Maple grove - Nashville Area EMS is all about. You are part of our community, that includes all of the village of Nashville, Castleton, Maple Grove, Woodland, and portions of Kalamo town­ ships. We have the most up-to-date life support equipment and trained para­ medics and EMT’s to provide advanced life support service that you expect and deserve. Now we must have the money to operate our service! Help support your LOCAL ambulance service to be there when you need them! Pl co Why Are We Asking For A Millage? • Loss of volunteerism has forced the service to transition to 98% paid staf vote yes! • 23% total ambulance transport bills go unpaid vote yes! • Call volumes have increased from 529 in 2006 to a projected 800 in 2008 vote yes! • Unfunded state mandated training and requirements vote yes! • Ambulance station is staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year with EMT’s and Paramedic vote yes! • Fuel and maintenance costs have increased dramatically vote yes! • To maintain and keep qualified EMT’s and paramedics, we must bring their pay scale in line with other areas .... vote yes! • Our local government (Village of Nashville, Castleton and Maple Grove Townships) can no longer afford to take money from their general funds to support the ambulance operation ote yes! • Our contracts with Woodland and Kalamo Townships are on an annual basis and we could lose their revenue if they did not renew vote yes! • Projected cost increases would leave us with insufficient money to operate vote yes! Other Facts • Local ambulance will respond quicker than any other service, should we lose our local service. • Our friends and neighbors in Maple Grove Township passed this operations millage at the last election. • Six ambulance services in the State of Michigan have gone out of business since January 1, 2008 ... one of which used to be ten miles away! • We voted money for equipment and buildings, but no money for operations, which could leave us with a building and equipment, but no ambulance service! • Our own ambulance personnel support our community on their own time without pay such as: ■ Volunteer at the Food Bank ■ Offer free blood pressure clinics and checks ■ Participate in Maple Valley High School mock disaster drill and career day ■ Community CPR classes ■ Car washes for fundraisers I/TyES C0 Do not be misled by inaccurate rate inftormatioqna inftormati presented by unqu;alified unqu; sources. VOTE 8 ■a i Paid for by the Citizen's Ambulance Millage Committee, 9549 Thomapple Lake Road, Nashville, Ml 49073 VOTE YES » VOTE YES • VOTE YES •_ VOTE YES » VOTE YES • VOTE YES �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, November 1,2008 — Page 8 Two vie for Barry County Drain Commissioner post Other county races decided in primary by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer In the general election Tuesday, Nov. 4, Democrat Rosemary Anger and Republican Russ Yarger will vie for the Barry County Drain Commissioner post currently held by Thomas C. Doyle, who chose not to seek re-election. Yarger and Anger squared off with five other Republican drain commis­ sioner candidates before the August primary. Anger was unopposed on the Democratic ticket, and Yarger defeated his Republican opponents by gamering 2,310 votes (27 percent) to earn his spot on the November ballot Anger, who earned a mas­ ter’s degree in geography from Western Michigan University in 2003, has worked in for Barry County Land Information Service as a geographic information sys­ tems (GIS) technician for 11 years. She also worked as a research assistant at WMU’s Vermontville women craft show and bake sale The Vermontville United Methodist women will be hosting their two-day craft and bake sale on Nov. 14 and 15. The church is located at 108 N. Main St., Vermontville, and is handi­ cap-accessible from the parkFOR^CLOSURE 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: Martin Ogrodzinski and April Ogrodzinski, Husband and Wife to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., solely as nominee for NovaStar Mortgage, Inc., Mortgagee, dated May 31, 2006 and recorded September 29, 2008 in Instrument # 200809290009589 Barry County Records, Michigan Said mortgage was subsequently assigned to: The Bank of New York Mellon, as Successor Trustee under NovaStar Mortgage Funding Trust, Series 2006-3, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Forty Thousand Two Hundred Seventy-Eight Dollars and Ten Cents ($240,278.10) including interest 9.99% 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 vendue, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on December 4, 2008 Said premises are situat­ ed in Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 30 acres of the East one half of the Southeast one quarter of Section 22, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Irving Township, Barry County, Michigan Commonly known as 3037 Wing Rd, Hasting Ml 49508 The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption peri­ od shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expira­ tion of the notice required by MCL 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later. Dated: OCTOBER 2Z2008 The Bank of New York Mellon, as Successor Trustee under NovaStar Mortgage Funding Trust, Series 2006-3, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 08-97381 ASAP# 2909407 10/25/2008, 11/01/2008, 11/08/2008, 11/15/2008 06679565 ing lot. A number of crafters and a variety of items will be avail­ able for holiday gifts. Homebaked goodies will also be sold. Guests may shop from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Call 517-726-1178 for more information. 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: Ryan Barber and Tracy Barber, Husband and Wife to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., solely as nominee for Irwin Union Bank and Trust Company, Mortgagee, dated April 2, 2007 and recorded May 11, 2007 in Instrument # 1180462 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was subsequently assigned to: HSBC Mortgage Services Inc, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-One Thousand Nine Hundred Twenty Dollars and Ninety-Five Cents ($151,920.95) Including interest 8.06% 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 ven­ due, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on November 20, 2008 Said premises are situ­ ated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South one half of Lot 1039, except the East 20 feet and the South one half of Lot 1040 of the city formerly Village of Hastings, County of Barry, Michigan, as recorded in Liber A of Plats, on page 1, Barry County Records. Commonly known as 629 South Jefferson, Hastings Ml 49058 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required . by MCL 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later. Dated: OCTOBER 15, 2008 HSBC Mortgage Services Inc, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 08-99901 ASAP# 2903383 10/18/2008, 10/25/2008, 11/01/2008, 11/08/2008 oesrseo GIS Research Center for two years and has GIS Professional certification. While she has no previous political experience, Anger is the director-at-large for Michigan Counties’ Association of Mapping Professionals. Her communi­ ty involvement includes being a trustee for the Thomapple Players, and she also participates in The Revue, Thomapple Wind Band and Hastings City Band. Anger said she is the best candidate for the job because she has 11 years experience in GIS working on sanitary sewer and water distribution mapping projects, lake level control and aquatic weed con­ trol district projects, mapping drain routes, water courses and drainage districts. “I have demonstrated knowledge, skill and the abil­ ity to immediately assume the duties demanded by the drain commissioner position,” said Anger. “I appreciate our unspoiled and bountiful soil and water resources, under­ stand water quality and lake level concerns of riparian property owners, and recog­ nize that many county farm- ers are dependent on wellmaintained county drains for their livelihood. As your drain commissioner, I pledge to perform my duties in accordance with the Michigan Drain Code of 1956, as amended. I also pledge to manage the drain commissioner’s office in an efficient and effective man­ ner, and be fair and impartial in the bid process, measuring the cost of all projects against the best interest of Barry County to ensure optimum return to taxpayers.” Russ Yarger is a graduate of Hastings High School and holds a Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) Water Operator license. He also has had train­ ing in planning and zoning, DEQ water management, DEQ alternative wastewater systems, and agricultural chemical applications. In addition, Yarger has 38 years of experience raising crops and beef and dairy cattle, is the owner and operator of an excavation and trucking cor­ poration and has served as the director for the Village of Freeport Department of Public Works for 10 years. Yarger’s community SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS Maple Valley Elementary Lunch Menu Monday, Nov. 3 Chicken sandwich. Tater tots, peaches, brownie. Tuesday, Nov. 4 Taco pocket. Whole kernel com, pineapple, Rice Krispy Treat. Wednesday, Nov. 5 MW: Baked Potato Bar. Fuller: Goulash. Broccoli, grapes, Goldfish Crackers. Thursday, Nov. 6 Fuller Cottage Inn. French bread pizza. Tossed salad, fruit snacks, apple crisp. daily: cheeseburger, variety ofchicken sandwiches, pizza, peanut butter and jelly sand­ wich, fish sandwich, honey and peanut butter sandwich, 6 oz. yogurt w/string cheese. Side choices available daily: garden salad, juice, fresh fruit. Milk is included with all full meal purchases. Seconds available on vegetables at no additional charge. Assorted bread choices daily. Breakfast price: $1.45; Lunch price: $2.25-$2.50; Adult prices: $2.75-$3.00. Milk only: $.45. Friday, Nov. 7 Macaroni and cheese. Green beans, pears, cookie. NOTE: Fuller Alternative Entree Choices: Peanut butter and jelly sandwich, honey and peanut butter sandwich. Maplewood Alternate Entree Choices: 6 oz. Yogurt w/string cheese, chef salad, peanut butter and jelly sand­ wich. Maplewood offers a variety of healthy snacks for 50 cents each (cash only: quarters or dollars only). Milk is included with all full meal purchases. Assort­ ed bread choices daily. Breakfast price: $130; Lunch price: $1.90; Adult price: $2.75; milk only: $.45. 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... Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Monday, Nov. 3 Chicken tenders. Cheesie potatoes, grapes. Salad Bar. * Pumps • Tanks * Plastic & Steel Pipe * Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Tuesday, Nov. 4 Richard Ewing Owner Mini corn dogs. Green beans, apple crisp. Asian Bar. Wednesday, Nov. 5 GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Quesadilla. Glazed carrots, push-up. Deli Bar. Estimates Available Thursday, Nov. 6 Kellogg Cottage Inn. Grilled cheese. Tomato soup, peaches. Mexican Bar. Friday, Nov. 7 Double dogs w/chili. French fries, banana. Country Chicken Bar. NOTE: Entree’s available (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE Now accepting ! MasterCard & Visa the people of Barry County. “If elected Barry County Drain Commissioner, a mis­ sion ofthe drain office will be an effective and efficient steward ofour natural and fis­ cal resources while working to maintain and improve stormwater discharge for public safety, convenience and welfare of the citizens of Barry County.” The Aug. 5 primary run-off elections pared most Barry County contests down to sin­ gle candidates, whose names will appear on Tuesday’s bal­ lots for official election. They include: Clerk Pamela Jarvis, Prosecuting Attorney Tom Evans, Register of Deeds Darla Burghdoff, Sheriff Dar Leaf, Surveyor Brian Reynolds, and Treasurer Susan VandeCar. County commissioner can­ didates who will be on the ballot after winning or not being challenged in the pri­ mary include: District 1 — Donald Nevins; District 2 — Michael Bremer; District 3 — Joe Lyons; District 4 — Howard Gibson; District 5 — Michael Callton; District 6 — Craig Stolsonburg; District 7 — Jeff VanNortwick; and District 8 — Robert Houtman. Judge James Fisher, with the 5th Circuit Court which serves Barry County, is run­ ning unopposed. involvement includes serving as the president of the Freeport Fire Association, a member of the Freeport Volunteer Fire Department and the Carlton Township Board of Review and a repre­ sentative to the Freeport Rural Fire Association Board. He is also a past member of the Barry County Planning and Zoning Board and has been a Barty County 4-H and FFA member and leader. Yarger sad he is the best candidate for the job because of his hands-on experience working with county drains and stormwater drains and public water systems. “I have managed for-profit and nonprofit offices, (I am) experienced with budget development and management, contracting and super­ vision of government water projects (the last one exceed­ ed $900,000 and came n under budget),” sad Yarger. “I am a creative problem­ solver, used to being account­ able to a diverse group of individuals who pay for what I do ... and available 24/7. I will be a dedicated full-time drain commissioner willing to work the flexible hours nec­ essary to get the job done — not just 8 to 5.1 have a coop­ erative nature and will be available in person or by phone. I am honest and fair, as well as a man of my word who will work hard to serve • NOTICE • VERMONTVILLE TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS VERMONTVILLE VILLAGE RESIDENTS This is a reminder the November 4, 2008 General Election will be held at the Vermontville Township Fire Station, cor­ ner of S. Main and W. First St. The polls are open from 7:00 am to 8:00 pm. You will need to present a picture identification to be eligible to vote. If you have any questions pertaining to the election, please call me at 517-726-1159. 0 Sharon Stewart Vermontville Township Clerk ftanb nouT^ Meiier, Inc. of Chari " For purchasing my 2008 4-H J Market Lambs I; at the I Eaton County Fair! :: 7jWt'b you! to the following kind folks for your generous premiums Doug Sr Judy (Grandma tr Grandpa) Gardner Gordie Gardner of the Limb Shed D&L Fuels of Charlotte Duey's Corner of Vermontville Hansbarger Construction Hansbarger Heating Er Ir Conditioning Art Luna, Eaton Co. Commissioner Brett Ramey, Kalamo Township Supervisor Eric Bignall Family of ESrEFarms Stanton's Real Estate St Auctioneers D.L Gardner Construction Janet Bowers Vermontville Express �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, November 1,2008 — Page 9 It j*t* .w 5:^ X 2xn» sss J*s& s Sts? *>■» ,*i'* ca®e 1 kT^’ib . b*S? *S? MJS JS cw wfelfel ^^I'-I'Mhkjsht). ^iLSl ^ij>- a* WHofta 'fe 5^ h® ®!®W Maplewood Elementary receives $500 grant Maplewood Elementary School in Vermontville has received a $500 grant from the ExxonMobil Educational Alliance program to support the math and science compo­ nent of the school’s sixth grade camp to be held May 13 to 15,2009. The ExxonMobil Educational Alliance pro­ gram is designed to provide Exxon and Mobil retailers with an opportunity to invest in their communities through educational grants to neigh­ borhood schools. ExxonMobil believes that as members of the community, local retailers are best quali­ fied to work with local educa­ tors to help identify schools and programs most in need of support. The Vermontville Express ExxonMobil met stringent eligibility criteria before applying for and being awarded this grant, including having a commitment to pro­ viding a superior buying experience for customers. Maplewood Principal Fred Davenport said he appreciates the partnership Maplewood School has with Vermontville Express in helping the annual sixth grade camp become a reality for all children. "Because of the economy, it is getting harder to raise money for this important pro- fcMtaiia 4 miiOnijMpfaHrig&rtiftttM E fctW. (from left) Phil VBC quartet to share message in Nashville Vermontville Bible Church men’s quartet, "Pending," will be providing a morning worship service of song and ministry at 9:30 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 9, at the Nashville United Methodist Church, 210 Washington St., Nashville. Quartet members are Scott Peters, Bill Reynolds, Ryan Rosin and Phil Taylor. They and their sound technician, John Ort, have been together three years and have sung in area churches and at the 2008 Maple Syrup Festival. The foursome provides a mix of contemporary and traditional Gospel music song styles, presenting tunes made popular by the Gaither Vocal Band, Phillips Craig and Dean and others. Ministry through music is their theme as they share the Gospel of Jesus Christ in songs that have touched their lives personally. Questions about the program can be directed to tire church at 517-852-2043. One quilt yields four for Sunny Crest Youth Ranch Mudry queen-sized quilt into two twin four to keep the boys warm this Staff Writer quilts for Sunny Crest Youth winter. Carole Reiser was recently Ranch. The bam is nearing complelooking over a queen-sized quilt The Banfield Quilters learned tion and the ranch expects to she had made. It was a lovely of her project and joined the begin accepting boys by year’s gram,” said Davenport. “If the camp fund, please contact quilt made with loving hands.. bandwagon by making two twin end. businesses or individuals are me or call Maplewood School “Why not share the love,” she quilts for the ranch. Now Call the ranch at 517-566interested in contributing to at 517-726-0600." thought and decided to turn the Reiser’s one quilt has become 7224 for more information. by Helen Wiilie Culp presents a check to Maplewood Elementary Principal Fred Davenport. RE-ELECT WHO! IMUMffl Vermontville Bible Church men’s quartet "Pending" members are Taylor, Scott Peters, Ryan Rosin and Bill Reynolds. ArtlunA “I have calledEaton County home my entire life, We’ve raised ourfamity here, and have worked side by side with many ofits citizens. Asyour County Commissioner, Ihave been a stewardforgoodgovernment and always acted in the intrest ofour Citizens, I hope with these values /'w earnedyour support ” EATON COUNTY COMMISSIONER Serving Carmel and Kalamo Townships, and the southwest quadrant of the city of Charlotte FACTS.* ArtLuna was bom and raised in Eaton County and knows it’s a community founded on a rich agricultural base and values second to none. confirmed to work and. promote job growth in Eaton County for now and the future. Paid far by the Committee to Re-Elect Art Luna 116 Mapleview, Charlotte, Ml 48813 ^eetifighToday/sicha//G With Tomorrow's Ide �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, November 1,2008 — Page 10 Trust, support are basis of EMS Fam Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Supervisor declares preferences To the editor: I have been asked by many people for my thoughts on the upcoming election about e u which candidates I believe would serve the public the best. I hereby support the following candidates for the respective offices: Supervisor. I support Jack Owens. Jack has served on the board as a trustee for the past two years. Jack has lived around the Vermontville area most of his life and has invested quality time in the community. He is one of the local 4-H leaders and a strong believer in this community. I believe he will serve the residents Vermontville of Township in a very effective way. Treasurer. I support Marcia K. Grant for this position. Marcia recently served as Vermontville Township Clerk for 12 years and did so in a professional and very efficient manner. She has more than 20 years’ experi- ence as a bookkeeper and is very familiar with the accounting system already in use. Marcia is a certified EMT and served as our local ambulance director in the past. Marcia has pledged to make time available weekly in a public place for local residents to pay their taxes, at their convenience. This is something the current treasurer refuses to do. She has been a local 4-H leader, and I am confident she will serve the Vermontville Township community in an excellent man­ ner. Trustee. My support goes first to Brian Moore. Brian has lived in the Vermontville community most of his life and is retired from General Motors. He is a local syrup producer and businessman. Brian recently became the chairman of the township building and grounds com­ mittee. Through his leader­ ship, many projects were accomplished at limited expense with some volunteer labor. He is an easy person to work with and his continued participation as a trustee will serve Vermontville Township residents very well. Trustee. My second supportment goes to Gaylord "Joe" Harvey. Joe has been an area farmer most of his life and has taken an active inter­ est in the township. Most recently, he has served on the township building and grounds committee as a mem­ ber of the general public. He has contributed many ideas for improvement that cost the taxpayer very little. Joe retired as a front-line supervi­ sor from General Motors. I believe he will work well with the others on the board to control costs and provide an efficient unit of government for township residents. Russ Laverty, Supervisor Local service could be eliminated To the editor: Come Nov. 4, you will have to make a decision on your ambulance millage. Please take time to become informed on the issues regarding the ambulance operations proposal. It could have life-or-death conse­ quences on you or one of your family. Consider which would be best - an ambulance from Castleton-Maple GroveNashville area (CMGNA), which is a nonprofit service, or relying on services from Hastings, Battle Creek or Charlotte that will ultimately cost you more money and result in a longer response to your emergency. When you call 911 for an emergency, how rapid of a response would you, as a tax­ payer, like? CMGNA is at a five-to-10 minute response, or a non-local service will take 20-25 minutes to respond. Do you want local control or out-of-town peo­ ple controlling your ambu­ lance? There is an ambu­ lance in Vermontville, but it does not provide the same level of care that you have come to know and trust. THE CMGNA service is fully staffed Z1H, 365 days a year. To have the ability to have a full staff it requires a sub­ stantial amount of operating costs. What is it worth to you? If the residents of Castleton Township do not see this service as an asset to its community, there is the potential that the service will cease to exist and very likely will not be replaced. Taxpayers of Castleton Township need to be informed on the operations of the ambulance service. Please go to the people who work for the service to have your questions heard and answered. Find out what it takes to run the service and have all your questions answered. Please do not use information from anyone who is not part ofthe service, for it is very misleading and inaccurate. Take the time to make an informed decision, one you can live with. Bill Wilson, Castleton-Maple GroveNashville Fire Chief To the editor: I am an employee of the Castleton-Maple GroveNashville Area (CMGNA) Ambulance Service and have been since March. In my time here, I have come to know and respect a lot of the people in this area. I realize that we, as a service, are ask­ ing you to put your trust and faith into us. What you may not realize is that on a daily basis we blindly get your trust when we respond to you, your fam­ ily, and your community’s emergencies. You take faith that we are all trained profes­ sionals and offer your trust freely. Now that it comes to the To the editor: I would like to advise Vermontville Township residents that we currently have a treasurer who is earing, knowledgeable and very concerned about our tax dol­ lars. JoeAnn Nehmer has served as Vermontville Township treasurer since 2001 and has taken her posi­ tion seriously each and every day. She goes above and beyond her duties of town­ ship treasurer to assure that all township business is legal and within the guidelines of the law. Sometimes it’s easier to just do things because “that’s the way we’ve always done it.” But that’s where JoeAnn puts her foot down and fights needed, and we sincerely hope that such timely service is available to all Nashville area residents in the future. At the general election on Tuesday, Nov. 4, registered electors of Castleton Township including the vil­ lage of Nashville, have the opportunity to vote on a very important millage that would provide needed additional funds for ambulance servic­ es. This millage request has already been approved by the Heidi Wight, Bellevue until its done in accordance with township law. JoeAnn knows township authorities and responsibilities and makes sure the other mem­ bers of the township board know, too. She has “stood her ground” a few times in the past, but always because she is concerned about our town­ ship and wants to do what she feels is best for our resi­ dents. Isn’t that why she was voted into office in the first place, to represent township residents and speak on their behalf? I have worked side by side with JoeAnn since I became Vermontville Township clerk in 2004.1 know first hand her knowledge and concern for Vermontville Township and its residents. JoeAnn attends Michigan Township Association meet­ ings to make sure our town­ ship is apprised on all town­ ship issues, attends meetings and trainings for township treasurer’s and spends many hours researching township issues to make sure our township board keeps informed. If you want to be assured you are electing a township treasurer who is caring, knowledgeable and extreme­ ly hard working. I urge you to vote for JoeAnn Nehmer for Vermontville Township treasurer on Nov. 4. Sharon Stewart, Vermontville Township Vermontville Township Library Board retains control of funds to the township,” she said. According to Rumsey, secby Sandra Ponsetto tion 397.205 of Michigan StaffWriter Compiled Laws, which the By the slimmest of mar- township board was referencgins, the Vermontville ing, refers to libraries that Township Library Board receive allocations from the retained its right to control its townships that they serve. In own funds. By a 3-2 vote, the those cases, funds are to be Vermontville Township handled by the township Board rejected a motion made board. However, since the by township Clerk Sharon Vermontville Township Stewart to approve a recom- Library is supported by a mendation from the town- millage, revenues from late ship’s attorney that in order to fees, funding from the State comply with Public Act 164, of Michigan, and receives no all funds from the funds from the township, it is Vermontville Township covered by section 397.210, Library should be transferred which states that a library to and administered b,y the should maintain its own fund township board. accounts and can write and Before the vote, the town- distribute vouchers, which ship board went into closed become checks when signed electors living in Maple session for an hour to discuss by the township clerk. the lawyer’s letter. When the Currently, Grove Township. the of the board returned to open ses- Vermontville Township The residents r Nashville area have been sion and the vote was taken, Library Board maintains its and Treasurer own funds and accounts. The very fortunate to have the Stewart services of a good ambu- JoeAnn Nehmer were in library treasurer prepares and lance as well as a strong fire favor of the motion, while signs vouchers which are then Supervisor Russ Laverty and presented to the township department. We appreciate the ambu- trustees Jack Owens and treasurer for her signature. lance staff and backup fire- Brain Moore voted against it.After the township treasurer In a later interview signs the vouchers, they are men. We support the ambu­ Vermontville lance vote. Township considered legal tender and Carroll J. Wolff, Librarian Carla Rumsey said are mailed or distributed by Marge Wolff, she felt the whole issue was a the library treasurer.. Nashville misreading of the public act. “The process that is cur“ ’ve talked with Nick rently in use will continue to Bozen, the director of regula- be followed ... I would sugtory affairs for HAL gest that the township and (Michigan History, Arts and library boards get together Libraries), and he said that it and go through the recomwould be devastating if our mendations and see if the funds were to be turned over questions raised can be service will be here in future I recently needed to be transported to Pennock Hospital by the Castleton­ Maple Grove-Nashville ambulance. The ambulance personnel, along with back­ up assistance from the fire department, were here within minutes of the call to 911. Everything was handled in a professional and speedy manner. Time of response was a major factor in a suc­ cessful outcome. This type of assistance is caring, compassionate, fami­ ly then it is vital that the ambulance operations mill­ age vote be “yes.” I would love the opportu­ nity to continue to serve this area. It has been an honor and a privilege meeting and working with CMGNA and its community. If I have not had the pleas­ ure of being introduced to you and your family, I would love the opportunity. Stop and see us and the station whenever time permits. Most importantly, vote on Nov. 4. Nehmer doesn’t take easy route Residents need to know ambulance To the editor: financial trust, there are doubts that are brought up by people who are not in emer­ gency medical services and have no real idea what it takes to make the ambulance service fully operational and functional for your commu­ nity. There is a huge difference between working in a small­ er community vs. a bigger city. The people here become one ofyour own, and there is a more personal level of commitment involved. I per­ sonally view and treat every patient I have as if they truly are my family until they are released from my care. If what you really want for your ambulance service is a I squared away,” said Laverty after the vote. Members of the township and library boards agreed to set a date for a special meeting after the general election. Laverty said the meeting would likely be scheduled some time in December. In other board: business, the • Agreed to write a letter to the Eaton County Road Commission saying it sup­ ported Kalamo Township Board Trustee Larry Stevens’ bid to fill an empty seat on the commission. • Heard public comments. Michael Atayan, spoke about his bid for Eaton County Drain Commissioner in Tuesday’s election. Eaton County Commissioner Mike Hosey encouraged the town­ ship to take advantage of available funds from the county by applying for mini­ grants from the Eaton County Parks and Recreation Commission before the December deadline. Duane Eldred from the Eaton County Road Commission said that the county had received funds from FEMA to repair repair roads roads damaged damaged by by to recent heavy rains and flooding. Rumsey said that she felt the issue of library funds could have been handled better by having a discussion LIBRARY BOARD, continued page 15 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, November 1,2008 — Page 11 '^1%, \SSS *W *1 Ss& s *'»!> S 1$^ iw ’*'t JIJn! tefcta, ;> s *«SJ !“*t•e* it Minii !*te B® ted fafeWife lilMtt ite spmiw'aiiUtt B,«- fett< Vjw fcMlHwIi) ihi it litaytarisifriio Hffl- giWllipl® HB^^ifllltJIBllttal jigStoillfSilfc®®) ^kwHWl^ itikvivi^ :dH ■tk Maple Valley High School to present “Harvey Maple Valley High School will present "Harvey," the 1945 award­ winning comedy by Mary Chase, at 7 p.m. Nov. 13, 14 and 15 in the Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Auditorium. "This endearing comedy shows us that if you look for the good in people, you will invariably find it — just possibly under the most peculiar circumstances," said Norma Jean Acker the director and producer, who added, “The cast has worked very hard. Many are experienced players and some are new to the stage, but they' all have talent!” Audiences may remem­ ber the film version with the lovable Jimmy Stewart as Elwood P. Dowd and The cast of “Harvey” strikes a pose on stage at Maple Valley High School. Pictured Josephine Hull who won an Oscar for her performance are (front row, from left) Chris Eldridge, Evie Bromley, Lizzie Smith, Chloe Babcock, Cam Eldridge, Brianna Rood, (back row, from left)Chelsey Khouri, RJ Browne, as Veta Louise Simmons. The cast members for Stephanie Schaeffer, Nick Smith, Brandy McKelvey, Amber Farnum and Adam Zank. Harvey are Myrtle Mae Simmons, Stephanie Nick Smith as Elwood P. Dowd and Amber Farnum Schaffer; Veta Louise as Miss Kelly rehearse a scene from “Harvey.” Simmons, Brandy McKelvey; Elwood P. Dowd, Nick Smith; Miss Johnson/Betty Chumley, Chloe Babcock; Mrs. Ethel Chauvenet, Lizzie Smith; Ruth Kelly, Amber Farnum; Duane Wilson, R.J. Browne; Lyman Sanderson, Adam Zank; William R. Chumley, Cam Eldridge; Betty Chumley, Brianna Rood/Chloe Babcock; Judge Olivia Gaffney, Evie Bromley; and E.J. Lofgren, Chris Eldridge. Tickets are available at the door. Adults tickets are $6 and student and senior Amber Farnum and Adam Zank rehearse a scene. citizen admission (age 62 RJ Browne, Cam Eldridge and Evie Bromley read through a scene. and over) is $5. Fuller third graders try typing camp Amy Billings’ third grade class camped out with key­ boards the week of Oct. 21 to 24. When the students started typing camp, they made camp shirts, made and colored home-row keyboards and talked about finger placement on the computer keyboards. Each table team created its own team flags and then became known as the ?;**S* #»**rS r** M Rattlesnakes, Eye ofthe Tiger, New York Yankees, Rockin’ Monitors, Keyboard Creators or Rockin’ Typers. With help from teachers in the building, the kids were able to borrow and use their AlphaSmarts to do everything from journals to writing assignments to spelling. The students sang a camp song, ate camp snacks, and each made a typing camp book. »■ »*■&' '<*’.,<11' , Derek Dickinson and Kolten Pierce team up for spelling practice. -*0^ ,j[l^ Stacie Ellison shares an AlphaSmart with Katie Cheeseman. Ellison is typing with her right hand while Cheeseman types with her right hand. Nicholas Caldwell, Jacob Bross, and Wyatt Baird work together on their daily journals. Alison Childers types her spelling words. It CALL 269-945-9554 for Action-ads! �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, November 1,2008 — Page 12 Vermontville Township Fire Department seeks millage renewal To maintain the current level of service, make improvements required by national fire standards, and to continue upgrading equipment to ensure the safety of the department members, the Vermontville Township is asking resi­ dents to • support the fire department in the upcom­ ing general election, Tuesday, Nov. 4. The Vermontville Township Fire Department received its first fire engine when the Vermontville Village Council held a spe­ cial election Oct. 13, 1913, to propose a bond to the electors of the village for the purchase of a fire appa­ ratus and the construction of cisterns to provide water for the apparatus. This apparatus, known as a ‘waterous’ gasoline fire engine, was purchased for $3,000. In 1956, a millage was passed to collect 1 mill for 20 years to expand and sup­ port the operations of the fire department. In -1970, the fire bam was construct­ ed, moving the fire depart­ ment from the basement of the opera house into its own building. Today, the Vermontville Township Fire Department has grown to include two trucks that are used to fight grass fires, a 5,000-gallon tanker truck, a pumper truck, and the new Spartan pumper rescue truck, the purchase of which was made possible by a FEMA grant in 2007. The Vermontville Fire Association has grown to 29 members, which includes fire fighters and EMS personnel. The cur­ rent service area for the department covers 56 square miles, including portions of Kalamo and Chester townships. Recent Members of the Vermontville Township Fire Department and EMS stand in front of the service’s newest fire truck purchased through a FEMA grant in 2007. Maplewood announces November Students of the Month Erica Burkett grade class; Bailey Weiler, from Josh Meersma’s fifth grade class; and Bekah Mater, Bailey Weiler Bekah Mater from Vicki Williams’ fourth grade class. Every month, the teachers Sponsors who provide and staff of Maplewood recognized as "Student of the Elementary School in Month," based on citizenship.awards to the students of the Students of the Month for month Moo-ville are: Vermontville ermonve seec select one sustudent from each grade to beNovember are Erica Burkett Creamery, Nashville Subway, from Laurie Pettengill’s sixth and Roush’s Sidewalk Cafe. Maple Valley participating in Schools of Choice Maple Valley Schools are now accepting Schools of Choice applications for the second trimester of the 200809 school year. Enrollment is available for all grades K-12 and in the alternative education program. Residents of Eaton, Barry, Calhoun, Ionia or Ingham County Intermediate School Districts are welcome to join the schools. “At Maple Valley Schools, your child receives the best of both worlds. The safety and personal care of a smaller rural 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,” said Maple Valley School Superintendent Kim Kramer. “Your child will be accepted for their Joe Montgomery Builders, Inc. strengths and skillfully challenged to improve on their weaknesses. Maple Valley Schools offers programs that prepare your children for their future. “Maple Valley provides: safe schools, caring studentcentered teachers, full curricular and extra-curricular offerings and state-of-the-art technology,” he concluded Applications will be accepted Nov. 10 to 26 For enrollment information, call 517-852-9699. We build on our reputation...just ask our customers! VOTE Building dreams since 1978 New Construction and Home Improvement 122 S. Lincoln, Charlotte (517) 543-1718 Dean Monroe Vermontville Township Supervisor Paid for by the Committee to elect Dean Monroe for Vermontville Twp. Supervisor, 517-490-9647 improvements include upgrading the communica­ tions capabilities of the department, and estimates are being gathered to have the building painted. The Vermontville Township Fire Department will have a fire millage pro­ posal on the ballot. This is not a new tax or a tax increase. It is only a renew­ al of the current 1 mill that has been in place for the past five years that ensures the continued quality oper­ ation of the department for the next five years. According to Vermontville Township Fire Chief Monte O’Dell, language on the ballot may be deceiving, since it uses the words "increased" and "new additional mill" as required by law. The word "increased" is used because the current millage expired in December 2007, at which time 2008 tax assess­ ments were solidified, he said. Therefore it is viewed as an "increase," increase, since there is no millage to be collected when the 2009 assessments are drawn for the current year unless the millage is renewed before December 2008. O’Dell said the term "new additional mill" is used to refer to the recovery of the portion of the mill that is reduced' by the Headlee Amendment, com­ monly referred to as a Headlee Override. Agreeing to this does not increase the millage amount beyond the 1 mill requested, he said. This fig­ ure, combined with the "increased" amount referred to above, will equal the 1 mill requested. The income from this 1 mill is crucial to the fire department budget, con­ tributing approximately $48,300 annually, added O’Dell. Other funds, in the form of standby fees col­ lected from the neighboring townships, and charges for fire services make up the annual budget of approxi­ mately $55,000. Members of the fire association hold an annual fireman’s dance to help raise funds for equipment, and recently held a "spooky dinner" to help in their fundraising efforts. Anyone with questions or concerns may contact O’Dell at 517-726-1269 for further information. Lion teams finish in bottom half of Division 3 regional It was a tough day for the Shepherd 263, Laingsburg fifth in 20:02.9. Maple Valley cross country 264, Maple Valley 264, On the boys’ side, teams at Saturday’s Division Chesaning 278, Carson City- Shepherd took the team title 3 Regional race at Carson Crystal 293, and Central with 55 points, while Lansing City-Crystal Saturday. Montcalm 400. Catholic and Laingsburg also The top individual finishBehind Trumble for the qualified for the finals with ers for the Maple Valley Lions, Megan Shoemaker 106 and 129 points respecboys’ and girls’ teams both was 52nd in 22:49.0, Pantera tively. Perry was fourth with placed 45th. The Lion boys Rider 54th in 23:07, Lauren 132 points, followed by were led by Josh Perkins, Trumble 56th in 23:15.9, and Durand 158, Chesaning 219, whocross the finish line in 18 Kayla Shaw 62nd in 23:50.9. Central Montcalm 225, minutes 30.8 seconds. Erin Megan Shoemaker, Rider, Byron 233, Leslie 237, Ithaca Shoemaker led the Lion and Shaw all cut time off 237, Carson City-Crystal 240, ladies, finishing in 22:21.4. from their first race of the St. Louis 252, Ovid-Elsie The top three teams and season on the site, the Don 254, Maple Valley 343, top 15 individuals in each of Baese Invitational in late Olivet 346, and Portland 455. the races earned a spot in this September. Rider’s time was Joe Benedict was the secSaturday’s State Finals at more than a minute and a half ond Lion finisher, placing Michigan International better. 47th in 18:32.8. Tyler Brumm Speedway in Brooklyn. Leslie’s Anna Rudd was was 69th in 19:13.3, Caleb As a team, the Lion girls the individual champion, fin- Chambers 86th in 19:55.9, placed 11th. ishing in 19:08.6. Two of her and Zach Mellville 96th in Leslie took the regional teammates also cracked the 21:01.3. championship with 40 points. top four, with Audrey The individual champion Portland was second with 91 Tremaine placing third in was Durand’s David and Lansing Catholic third 19:58.1 and Ashley Steers Madrigal, who finished in i with 94. Behind the top three, fourth in 20:02.1. 16:08.0. Shepherd’s Caleb Perry finished with 114 Laingsburg’s Amaya Ayers Rhynard was was second second in points, Ithaca 116, St. Louis was second in 19:22.6. 16:33.9, and Leslie’s Gareth 205’ Olivet 213, Byron 258, Olivet’s Kayla Case placed Gose third in 16:35.5. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, November 1,2008 — Page 13 VOTERS DECIDE, continued from page 1 able to members of the town­ ship. Owens is a life-long resi­ dent of Eaton County and a 1977 graduate of Charlotte High School. After graduation, he attended Lansing Community College and was employed as a machine designer for Impco. After 25 years in the machine tool industry, he joined NeffGroup as a sales engineer and now covers five mid-Michigan counties. Owens has lived in Vermontville for 19 years, and he and his wife are active 4-H leaders. Owens has served as trustee on the township board for 19 months and said he feels the most important issues facing the township are property taxes and the ambulance serv serv-­ ice, “which is vital to our small community.” Incumbent Treasurer JoeAnn Nehmer is a graduate a Charlotte High School, Lansing Community College f,*St >' ta,.- Jifjj J* k3» 4 ^*4 A18 suralfffiB'iiu If fc to Idp ox fob lr C® iffiiaht 081 ™i. Mp a ta fahai taw th sis tatnipii tlri aamsnm'tana ODWII-iMfi ri it MuitaiM iB •«i &H ; 1*^1^ »»; .»x ^ ^n*’ and California College of Respiratory Therapy. She retired from Hayes Green Beach Hospital after 25 years and has served as the township treasurer for seven years. Nehmer’s community involvementt includes the General Federation of Women’s Club, serving as southwestern district state president; Vermontville Historical Society, and the Eaton County Historical Commission. In the past, she has been involved with the Cub Scouts, 4-H, band boost­ ers, athletic boosters and vol­ unteered for the Vermontville EMS for 15 years. As treasurer, Nehmer said she has knowledge of the tax process and a good working relationship with the Eaton County Office of Equalization and Treasurer’s Office and the township assessor and net­ works with township officials to gain knowledge of position and issues. For Sale Farm FRAMES AND CUSTOM matte cutting. By appoint­ ment only. Call Picture This Photography. (269)948-4669 E.A.R.T.H. = EDUCATED --------- HEY YOU!!!----------MOTORCYCLE ENTHU­ SIAST: I HAVE THE BIKE YOU'VE BEEN LOOKING FOR!!! 2003 Harley V-Rod. New Black and Silver Cus­ tom Paint, Rims, Pipes, Brakes. Lowered 1", LOTS Of Chrome. $11,000. This is one sweet bike!! (616)893-6681 ANIMAL Rescue and Teen Haven is in urgent need of HAY DONATIONS. We will come pick it up, clean out your bam of old hay (Any type ofhay that isn't moldy). E.A.R.T.H. 501(c)3 is a non-profit organization. All donations are tax deduc­ tible. PLEASE CALL (269)962-2015 Recreation 1987 Bayliner FOR SALE: boat. 19' w/cuddy cabin. 175 horse outboard Mercury mo­ tor, newer lower unit, runs Automotive good. New interior, fishfindI WILL BUY your scrap and er, marine radio. Trailer has unwanted vehicles, call 7 new new tires tires and and bearings. bearings. days a week, (269)838-3785. $3,900.00 OBO. Call 517-5079941. Card ofThanks THANK YOU The family of Charles Keith Martin would like to thank every­ one for yotir prayers, thoughts, food, cards, flow­ ers and attending the memo­ rial service. With so many dear friends from Vermont­ ville attending we were truly blessed with the kind works spoke about our father that day. So many memories were shared mat we were never aware of. Thank you all so much. Dad was truly blessed by so many nice friends. A special thanks to the Vermontville EMS for helping dad in the past. Gods blessings to each and everyone. Chloe Martin Alice Wiser and Family Mary and Ray Schriver and Family Til and Charlie Tubbs Diane and Ed Monroe and Family Char and Doug Konen and Family THANK YOU We wish to thank all of those who have in some way expressed their love and concern for Duane at the time of his extended stay in St. Mary's Hospital and since he has returned home. For the abundance of cards and visits and many prayers for him. For our church family at Maple Grove Bible Church and our pastor for all they have meant to us. For the members of several churches that have been praying. Thanks also to our seven children and their families for all they have done in taking such good care of us. Also to our brothers and their wives. We are truly blessed. Rejoicing in the Lord. Duane & Ruth Ann Hamilton --------- HEYYQUni----------MOTORCYCLE ENTHU­ SIAST: I HAVE THE BIKE YOU'VE BEEN LOOKING FOR!!! 2003 Harley V-Rod. New Black and Silver Cus­ tom Paint, Rims, Pipes, Brakes. Lowered 1", LOTS Of Chrome. $11,000. This is one sweet bike!! (616)893-6681 Sporting Goods SKULL WHITENING, "EU­ RO MOUNTS" . Recession Special, All Season, $50, pla­ ques extra. Crooked Creek Woodworking (269)948­ 7921. Nehmer said her experience makes her the best candidate for the post. “As township treasurer, I have attended most all the Eaton County Township association meetings (MTA) since 2001. I represented Caution County MTA at the National Association of Townships and Cities conference in Washington, D.C., in 2004 and 2008. (I) attend work­ shops and seminars to increase knowledge of the position ... created the poverty exemption guideline for the township and served on the planning com­ mission for the township,” she said. “I have the willingness to step out and go beyond the job of treasurer to assist the other offices of the townshiip. I am self-motivated, and I feel that anyone seeking an elected position has to have the moral and ethical responsibility to uphold the laws and duties of the office they are voted to represent at all times.” Nehmer said the biggest issue currently facing the township is funding of the ambulance service. “To maintain what we have, we may have to look at a mill­ age or make cuts in other serv­ ices like dust control,” she said, adding that another issue is the census. “Vermontville Township receives the lowest revenue sharing in Eaton County and in the four coun­ ties surrounding us. Revenue sharing is based on the census. We need to count every person in our township in the upcomupcom­ iing census (2010) in order to receive more funds.” Marcia Grant, who is chal­ lenging Nehmer, has lived in Vermontville for 22 years. She became involved in local gov­ ernment several years ago as deputy treasurer under Rachel Weiler. Weiler. She She was was later later appointappointed clerk when Janice Baker retired, and Grant held that post for 12 years and now serves as deputy clerk for cur­ rent Township Clerk Sharon Stewart. Grant said she has always worked in people-oriented fields such MS, medical offices, and currently works part-time in the emergency room at Pennock Hospital in Hastings. She also manages the office and does the books for her husband’s business and rental properties. I recognize the chain of command and have respect for the workings of the other boards in Vermontville,” said Grant “In my campaign for treasurer, I have the endorse­ ment of the majority of the current township board and the fire and ambulance board, the entire library board and the entire board of review.” Grant promises to be acces­ sible to the people ofthe towntown­ ship. “As treasurer, I will be readily accessible to my con­ stituents more than just what the law dictates as minimum at tax time. I feel this position is not a ‘job’ but a public office, being elected to serve the peo­ ple of Vermontville Township,” she said. “Creative budgeting is needed right now, and if it means no raise for me at budget time in order to keep the ambulance afloat, so be it. The ambulance is a valuable and needed serv­ ice in Vermontville Township.” Finally, she added, “As treasurer, I will want to hear other people’s opinions, and I will respect those opinions, realizing there are many sources of information when decision making, and I will check facts from hearsay, coming to my own conclusion before jumping on a bandwag­ on to take over another town­ ship entity or other important decision. If (I am) elected, vot­ ers will get 110 percent of my skills and service. service.” Incumbent Trustee Brian Moore and newcomers Gaylord “Joe” Harvey and Blair Miller will vie for two available seats on the town­ ship board. Brian Moore, who has served one term as trustee, is retired from General Motors has been a resident of Vermontville since 1970 and is a 1976 graduate of Maple Valley High School. He bought his parents’ farm in 1985, is a syrup producer and a trustee for the Nashville Syrup Association. “I’m the only candidate with experience as a trustee, and during my term, I attended available training and conferences, said Moore. “I will continue to listen to people and try to make good deci­ sions.” Moore said the most impor­ tant issues facing the township is finances. “We have to budget to keep things running. It will be tight for the next few years, and we might have to make some tough decisions to keep the ambulance running,” he said. “Money is just going to get tighter and tighter for us.” He added, “I will listen to both sides, and I will do my best to make the best decision for everybody. You can’t please everybody, but you have to listen to voters. I’m not here for my own agenda.” Gaylord “Joe” Harvey worked for General Motors for 28 years (24 in management) and has run a farming opera­ tion in Vermontville Township for 32 years. He said that restoring integrity to township governgovern­ ment and, “getting spending under control, and controlling where the money is spent,” are important issues for the towntown­ ship. Blair Miller, who has a degree in electronics, said he has been the director, manag­ er, writer, trainer, inventor, and consultant for many Fortune 500 companies, and his consulting business is 22 years old. He has served as commissioner, secretary and chairman of the Vermontville Township Planning Commission. “I am the best candidate because I have had the energy and interest to attend more local and county meetings than either of the other two candidates combined in the last four years. This helped to both educate me and secure contacts beneficial to our resi­ dents. I am better versed on how the local government works and why,” said Miller. “I continue to work on issues that are important to our resi­ dents, such as the septic law, housing, taxes and home occu­ pation. I have been successful in making changes on those issues through education, energy and persuasion. I have excelled at handling multiple projects and jobs at the same time by careful planning. I am the only candidate with the organizational and computer skills needed to improve and lead our local government towards something we can all benefit from and be proud of.” Like the other candidates, Miller said he feels that finan­ cial issues are among the most important challenges facing the township. “This township is in dire need of a large dose of organi­ zation and proper budgeting practices. We are broke, and the money keeps bleeding away on pet projects, poor planning and with little thought to the future,” he said. “We need an ambulance serv­ ice that meets our residents’ needs and offers support to the surrounding townships. We need a truly transparent local government In that I mean all spending and decisions need to be made in public, with the public’s blessing, and with actions fully documented for future study and accountabili­ ty.” Miller said the township needs to establish its own Web site, “to provide the easiest and most cost-effective means of keeping our residents informed.” He also added that periodic newsletters and media cover­ age could be used to further keep residents informed. “Public trust and involve­ ment are key to a better way of life and better decisions,” said Miller. Finally, Miller said, “I first became involved in local gov­ ernment during the days the Weatherwax/Stickles zoning fiasco was developing. That’s when I learned that the same people that brought us that debacle also made it illegal to put a building in my eight-acre ‘front yard.’ I found it impos­ sible to sit by and wait for local governmental actions to have a direct effect on me before I made my voice heard. I have worked countless hours over the past five years to gen­ erate change. Weatherwax is gone. Stickles is gone. Zoning is gone. I helped kill local zon­ ing when the votes on the township board could not be generated to improve it. Only the lawyers remain happy about it all. Elect me and I will drive for a better government that responds to your needs and is open enough for those needs to be heard.” Seven candidates are vying for six- trustee seats on the Vermontville Township Library Board. They are: Edward Curth, Mary Fisher, Shirley Harmon, Janice Jensen, Kay Marsh, Dorothy McDougal, and Janet Valdick. Vermontville Fire and EMS Association holds Spooky Dinner Business Services Last week, the Vermontville Vermontville Opera House. FRAMES AND CUSTOM matte cutting. By appoint- Township Fire and EMS The opera house was decoment only. Call Picture This Association held a fundraising rated by members. The menu Photography. (269)948-4669 “Spooky Dinner in the consisted of items the guests had to identify. For example, pudding with gummy worms was called gruel from the grave and spaghetti was called brains. There also was a Halloween trivia game, a "Do Not Say" word game and lots of other ways to win prizes. “It was a lot of fun. Many people asked if we were doing it again next year, and our answer is yes!” said EMT Chelsey Wetzel. SKULL WHITENING, "EU­ RO MOUNTS" . Recession Special, All Season, $50, pla­ ques extra. Crooked Creek Woodworking (269)9487921. 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Invite by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Hastings seniors Molly Smith and Nicole Frantz did cartwheels in the grass, as head coach James Dixon walked off with trophies under each arm Monday afternoon at the Gilmore Car Museum. The Saxons took the boys’ and girls’ championships at the Barry County Championship. “They’ve been racing pretty well. I’ve been proud and pleased with the way the guys and girls have run and finished the season,” Dixon said. Hastings’ coach couldn’t remember the last time both his boys and girls had won championships at any event on the same day. Hastings girls were fifth out ofthe five teams at the 2007 county championship. “The girls knew they were going to have to race,” Dixon said. “We’ve got so many seniors on the team, they were excited for their last chance to go out and race.” A pair ofthose Saxon sen­ iors, Frantz and Smith, fin­ ished second and third indi­ vidually. Frantz crossed the finish line in 20 minutes 33 seconds. Smith came in at 21: 12. Hastings had four seniors in its top seven, and the other three scorers were freshmen. Saxon senior Lindsey Johnson was 11 th in 22: 40, while freshmen Meg Travis and Courtney Jenkins finished 15th and 16th in 23: 05 and 23:11. Thomapple Kellogg soph­ omore Allyson Winchester took the individual girls’ championship, crossing the finish line in 19:33.5. She ran with Frantz for the first two miles, then took off behind a couple of the big red bams on the grounds of the museum. The Saxons finished with 47 points. Winchester’s fin­ ished helped TK to second place. The Trojans finished with 58 points, as did Lakewood. Maple Valley was fourth with 87 points, and Delton Kellogg finished with 95 points. The top seven runners in each race Monday earned first-team all-county honors while the next seven finish­ ers are second-team all­ county. Behind Wilson w Kathrin K Rebecca 23:21, and 21st in 23: Maple Valley’s Tyler Brumm races past Lakewood’s Eddie Barta as they close in on the finish line at Monday’s Barry County Championship. (Photo by Brett Bremer) The Lions’ Lauren Trumble works her way through the first mile Monday at Gilmore Car Museum during the Barry County Championship. (Photo by Brett Bremer) ■ H• H O METOWN . r '•* LU ..MB.ER & HA ...R.D...W.AR,E LUMBER HARDWARE Mon. thru Sat 730 am to 5:30 p Nashville 517-852-0882 HNe Fill* propane Cylinders www.hometownlumber.com Lakewood was led by senior Ashley Pifer, who placed fourth in 21:22. Cassie Thelen was sixth in 22:11, Roxanne Powelson eighth in 22:28, Alexis Brodbeck 14th in 23:02, and Carolina Martinez 26th in 24:29. Maple Valley’s Erin Shoemaker was tenth in 22:39, Lauren Trumble 12th in 22:41, Pantera Rider 19th in 23:24, Kayla Shaw 22nd in 23:53, and Megan Shoemaker 24th in 24:11. For Delton Kellogg, Taylor Hennessey led the way in seventh with a time of 22:21. Renee McConahay was ninth in 22:35, Joanna Hoeberling 20th in 23:26, Sarah Strohbusch 30th in 25:09, and Lauren Knollenberg 36th in 27:06. The Delton girls were without top runner Mandy Dye for the race. The Panthers have one more race to go, as do Winchester and Frantz. They’ll all be a part of the State Finals this Saturday at Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn. There, they’ll be joined by the Barry County boys’ champion Troy Dailey, as well as fellow Panthers Nick Rendon and Brandon Humphreys. Dailey won Monday’s race in 17:32.2. The Saxon boys finished with just 37 points. Delton Kellogg was second with 60, followed by Lakewood 68, Thomapple Kellogg 72, and Maple Valley 108. Hastings had three runners earn first-team all-county honors. Dane Schils was fourth in 18:06 and Mitch Singleterry fifth in 18:21. Rounding out the top five for the Saxons were Mile Belcher who placed 12th in 19:06 and Matthew Cathcart who was 15th in 19:41. Rendon and Humphreys led Delton. Rendon was third in 18:01 and Humphreys seventh in 18:27. Tyler Bourdo placed eighth in 18:35, and was followed in by teammates Mark Loveland 20th in 19:57, and Darrin Pursley 22nd in 20:09. Lakewood’s Billy Quint See BARRY CO. CROSS, page 16 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. 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To obtain a registration, call (517) 566-7229 Instructors Phil Smith, Denny Ackerson & Roily Krauss �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, November 1,2008 — Page 15 Lion JV football team closes out season with just one loss A group of 18 fresh­ men and nine sopho­ mores led the Maple Valley junior varsity football team to a Kalamazoo Valley Association championship this fall. The Lions, coached by Bryan Carpenter, fin­ ished the year with an 8­ 1 record. Maple Valley’s lone loss of the season came in week five, a 19-6 defeat at the hands of Kalamazoo Christian. “The loss to KThe 2008 Maple Valley junior varsity football team. Team members are The 2008 Maple Valley junior varsi­ ty football team. Team members are Andy Pierson, Dyllan McNamara, Kyle Spencer, Garrett Reid, Austin Pool, Cody Leinhart, Cody Sivyer, Michael Caldwell, Brad Laverty, Chantz McManamey, Brady Halliwill, Matt Woodman, Andy Zank, Austin Furlong, Jake Ewing, Slade Meade, Collin Reid, Clayton Beers, Cody James, Mitchell Hamilton, Alejandro Reid, Carson Ames, Austin Tobias, Mark Wehr, Niko Rose, Cody Carns, Oliver Kjaersgaard, assistant coach Trent Harvery, assistant coach Andy Heyboer, assistant coach Steve Hopkins, and head coach Bryan Carpenter. LIBRARY BOARD, continued from page 10 between the two boards before legal counsel was sought. Audience member Blair Miller questioned why the township voted against the motion if it was their lawyer’s opinion that it had to be passed in order to com­ ply with Public Act 164. • Set 7 p.m. Tuesday Nov. 25, as the date for the next township board meeting due to the Thanksgiving holiday. • Tabled discussion of an COBB WELL DRILLING GREPAIR • 7 Day Service • Pumps Installed & Repaired • Service On Submersible Pumps • 2” - 5” Well Drilling and Repair 30 Years Experience open bum ordinance. • Heard committee reports and monthly reports from the Eaton County Sheriff’s Department, Vermontville Township Fire Department, Vermontville Township EMS and the township asses­ sor. • Invited the public to attend a potluck dinner at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13, at the Vermontville Opera House to say ‘thank you’ to out going Vermontville Township and Village offi­ cials and to swear in newly elected ones. Attendees should bring their own table service and a dish to pass. 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ADULT SEX RATIOS BY: KIP ADAMS, QDMA DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION AND OUTREACH, NORTHERN REGION Hunters often ask about the sex ratio of the deer herd where they hunt and then compare that ratio to herds in other areas or states. There are a lot of misunderstandings regarding sex ratios and this article will help clarify some misconceptions. First, what is a sex ratio, what animals are used to determine it and when is it measured? The sex ratio is a number describing the number of adult females for each adult • male in a population. The number includes deer 1.5 years and older (all deer except fawns) and describes the population immediately preceding the hunting season. When comparing ratios, make sure you are referring to pre-hunt adult sex ratios. These are the ratios biologists most often refer to, and they should riot be confused with observed or post-hunt ratios as the latter are nearly always heavily skewed towards females. Ml Lie. >1748 STANTON'S Christian might have g been a good thing in the long run because the focus and effort after that loss was impressive for a group of IV kids,” Carpenter said. “They came back and worked harder.” The lions closed out the year with a 23-0 win over Constantine and then a 34-2 victory over Olivet. Along the way, the Lions also scored a 51-6 win over Galesburg-Augusta, a 20-6 win over Delton I often, hear hunters, outdoor writers, and even biologists refer to 10:1 or 15:1 doe:buck ratios.- These cannot be* pre-hunt adult ratios because as long as the deer herd is reproducing and recruiting fawns, the ratio cannot become more skewed than about 5 does per buck. The biological maximum is about 5:1 because even in the absence of female harvest, 15­ 20% of adult females in the population will die each year from old age, vehicles, disease, predators, etc. Also, about 50% of fawns bom each year are male, thus the sex ratio gets an annual correction when fawns are recruited. This concept is easier to understand with an example. Let’s say a hypothetical population contains 120 adult deer (fawns not included). Pre-hunt population = 100 does and 20 bucks (this is a 5:1 ratio) During the hunting season let’s say hunters kill 90% (18) of the bucks and 0% (0) of the does. Hunting mortality 0 does and 18 bucks Post-hunt population = 100 does and 2 bucks (50:1, heavily skewed after the hunt) Natural mortality gets added next. Since there are very few bucks left in the population, very few will die from other causes. We’ll say 1 of the 2 remaining bucks dies. However, 15-20% ofthe does will die from natural causes. We’ll be average is slightly less than one fawn per doe. The most reproductive herds in the country only recruit about 1.2 fawns per doe. For our example there will be 85 (about 43 buck and 42 doe) fawns. These won’t be added to the adult population until the following year but last year’s fawns get added this year. For simplicity, we’ll assume last year’s population had the same number of fawns arid immigration and emigration are equal. Recruitment 42 does and and fawns) per buck. The sex ratio by itself however, can be misleading.' When discussing sex ratios it’s important to determine the age structure of the buck population. For example, you can have 2 populations that both have 2:1 ratios. Let’s say one population has only yearling bucks and the second has bucks from 1.5-5.5 years making- up the ratio. Which population is better managed and which would you rather The Eaton County Branch of Quality Deer Management Association would like to help youjump start your own neighborhood Co-op. Funds are currently available for mailings, flyers, organizational meetings etc. Help make a change in your area! Call for details: Ron Wilson: 517652-9133 Jim (Jamey) StraderH: 517930-2586 Brian Elliston: 517541-0191 Joel Malcuit: 517726-0025 conservative and use 15% (15 does). Natural mortality 15 does and 1 buck Remaining population = 85 does and 1 buck (85:1, the ratio is still heavily skewed) For simplicity, we’ll say each doe recruits one. fawn. This isn’t the number of fawns bom but the number that survive to about six months of age. It’s important to realize this is a liberal recruitment rate as the national 43 bucks Pre-hunt population = 127 does and 44 bucks (this is a 3:1 ratio) Thisexampleissimplified but it demonstrates that pre-hunt adult sex ratios can’t become as skewed as many think. However, from a biological perspective, a 3:1 ratio is heavily skewed and reflects poor management on the deer population. This 3:1 ratio could lead to hunters observing 10 or more antlerless deer (females hunt? Just because a herd has a good sex ratio doesn’t mean it is properly managed. Prior to antler restrictions and liberalized doe harvests, Pennsylvania was considered to be among the poorest manag managed states in the country. Even then, Pennsylvania’s statewide, sex ratio was <3:1. The deer population was skewed towards females but an even bigger problem was nearly all of the bucks were yearlings. Pennsylvania’s new seasons are designed to tighten the sex ratio and increase the age structure of the buck population. You may never get a 1:1 ratio but well managed herds will have <2 adult does .per adult buck. The state of New Hampshire has a Successful deer management program and its statewide deer herd has approximately 1.5 adult does per adult buck with nearly 60% of the bucks being 2.5 years and older. Two goals of Quality Deer Management are to 'balance deer herds with the habitat (i.e., reduce herds by removing female deer) and have all age classes of bucks represented in the population (i.e., pass young bucks and allow diem to mature). By accomplishing these goals you obtain good sex ratios (<2:1) with good age structure on the buck side. So, the next time you ask about sex ratios, be sure to follow that question up with another about the age structure of die herd. Kip's Korner is written by Kip Adams, a Certified Wildlife Biologist and Northern Director of Education and Outreach for the Quality Deer Management Association (QDMA). The QDMA is an international nonprofit wildlife conservation organization dedicated to ethical hunting, sound deer management and preservation of the deer­ hunting heritage. The QDMA can be reached at 1-800-209-DEER or ii'nw. QDMA.com. Shoot or Don't Shoot? Your Choice. WWW. miqdma .com 8OO-2O9-DEER �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, November 1,2008 — Page 16 Lion volleyball falls to Olivet EXPRESStwice in season’s final week 24 HOURS OPEN: 7 DAYS A WEEK NASHVILLE 133 S. Main Nashville, Ml 517-852-0868 You’re In, You’re Out... evening at Bellevue with a 25-10, 25-15 win over the host Broncos. Overall this season, the Lions are now 8-28­ 5. Class C District play beings for Maple Valley at Dansville Wednesday night. The Lions will face either Laingsburg or Potterville, who play Monday evening. On the other half of the district bracket, Dansville faces Leslie Monday with Bath waiting for the winner in Wednesday’s semifinals. The district champi­ onship game is slated for 7 p.m. Thursday. YIWOUM'rec rHT /Tice Grocery Store Pricing With Party Store Convenience! SALE £!2 MON. NOV. 3 TUE. NOV. 4 WED. NOV. 5 THUR. NOV. 6 FRl. NOV. 7 sn. NOV. 8 IDAHO POTATO LBS. BAR-S SMOKED 2 LB. TUBES HAMBURG SAUSAGE ,2 MILK m' GALLON $999 LIMIT 2 » PEANUT . QUICK BUTTER OATS 2/$E00 2/$E00 17.3-18 OZ. RAMEN NOODLES 5/$ |00 MARUCHAN 42 OZ. CAMPBELL'S SPAGHETTI or SPAGHETTIO'S Maple Valley senior Samantha Newton hits an attack between a pair of Bellevue blockers during the three-team meet host­ ed by the Broncos Tuesday night. (Photo by Perry Hardin) The Maple Valley var­ sity volleyball team closed out the Kalamazoo Valley Association regular sea­ son, and their regular season duals with losses to Olivet this Week. In the KVA finale, the Eagles scored a 25-11, 25-19, 25-19 win over the Lions Monday night. The Lions end the KVA regular season with a 1-8 mark. Maple Valley opens KVA tournament play Saturday (Nov. 1) morn­ ing at Pennfield against Constantine at 9 a.m. Tuesday night, the Lions fell to the Eagles 25-15, 25-9 a t the Bellevue Tri. Maple Lion junior Tina Westendorp blasts an attack against Valley stared the Olivet during Tuesday night’s Tri at Bellevue. (Photo by Perry Hardin) BARRY CO. CROSS, from page 3 0Z. ... BATH LAYER TISSU SUE CAKES 4/S E 00 2/$g00 PEPPERIDGE FARMS 4-ROLLPK. $5.00 Still Available • 8 Varieties To Choose From We reserve the right to limited quantities and correct printing errors. None sold to dealers or minors. Some items not always as pictured. Nashville IGA Express Accepts: Mon.-Thur. oam-iopm. FrlySat. 6AM-Mldnlght; Sun. 9AM-10PM Bridge Cards - WIC Maple Valley freshman Caleb Chambers races towards the finish line at Monday’s Barry County Championship. (Photo by Brett Bremer) was the runner-up in the boys’ race, finishing in 17: 39. tucker Seese was next for the Vikings, finishing sixth in 18:24. Steve DeJong placed 16th in 19:42, Jason Foltz 19th in 19:55, and Richie Noyce 25th in 20:18. Thornapple Kellogg’s Dustin Brummel placed ninth in 18:43, and was the highest finishing freshmen on the boys’ side. Carl Olsen, anoth­ er TK freshman, was 11th in 19:05. The Trojans also had Tim Olsen place 14th in 19:17, Neil Bergsma 17th in 19:50, and Dominic Bierenga 21st in 20:03. Joe Benedict led the Maple Valley boys, placing tenth in 18: 46. Josh Perkins was 13th in 19:14, Tyler Brumm 23rd in 20:10, Caleb Chambers 30th in 20:36, and Zach Mellville 36th in 21:38. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/822/MapleValleyNews_2008-11-08.pdf 03acbbecc549a85bb37d02018c64db11 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 227 EAST STATE ST HASTINGS Ml 49058 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 136-No. 45, November 8, 2008 Vermontville voters approve millage renewal, give nod to incumbents by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter In Vermontville Township Tuesday, voters approved renewal of a five-year 1 -mill operating levy for the Vermontville Township Fire Department by a 639-323 vote. The millage generates approximately $48,300 annually for the fire depart­ ment. In other Vermontville Township election results, Republican Vermontville Township Trustee Jack Owens defeated Democratic candidate Dean Monroe 551­ 377 to win the supervisor’s seat currently held by Russ Blair Miller Laverty who did not seek re­ election. Incumbent Democratic Brian Moore Treasurer JoeAnn Nehmer held off Republican chal­ lenger Marcia Grant 538- Jack Owens JoeAnn Nehmer 426. In a three-way race for two trustee seats, Incumbent Republican Brian Moore retained his seat with 601 votes, while Democrat Blair Miller took the second seat earning 483 votes to Republican Gaylord “Joe” Harvey’s, 413. Incumbent Clerk Sharon Stewart, who ran unopposed, garnered 701 votes. In the Village of Vermontville there was a four-way race for three trustee seats. Incumbents Garry Patrick and Sue Villanueva retained their seats with 210 and 193 votes, respectively, while Jeanette Schults garnered 175 votes, defeating fellow newcomer See VOTERS, page 5 Former Nashville resident attends historic Obama acceptance rally by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter Tuesday, Nov. 4, Maple Valley High School graduate and former Nashville resi­ dent Kristen Frith, 28, was one of the hundreds of thou­ sands of people who thronged Chicago’s Grant and Millennium parks to hear Barack Obama’s his­ toric acceptance speech after winning the presidential election. “I just felt so grateful to be able to be a part of such a Lights in a Chicago office building create an American flag. historic national event; it was really great,” said Frith. “It was so amazing to see so many different communities come together and get along so well.” Frith said that despite the huge crowds, there was no pushing, no shoving, no anger; the mood everywhere was overwhelmingly happy. “My friend is a student at Columbia University and they started closing the University around 4 p.m. so they could close the streets for the rally,” said Frith. “When we were on the train going to the park around 10:45, everybody started get­ ting calls on their phone that Obama had won and every­ body started singing and Kristen Frith (center) and her friends Demetra Materis and Amy Jancherko celebrate Barack Obama’s victory in the presidential election. and everyone started heading to the park, but there was no pushing. or shoving. Everyone was so happy. It was just amazing,” she added. “We didn’t get into Grant Park, they had an area set aside there for ticket holders, but there were large-screen TVs in Grant and Millennium Park and along the streets, so everyone can see and hear,” said Frith. “It’s really unusual to be in a crowd that big and there is no shoving no arguing, nobody was standing too close. Everyone was so nice and respectful, there were lit- tle kids everywhere.” “There was a lot of crying and people dancing and singing everywhere,” contin­ ued Frith. “People were sell­ ing Obama T-shirts, they were giving them to the homeless people, so they were all covered in Obama shirts. “We left around 11 o’clock after Obama spoke, but again there weren’t any problems. Everything was cleared up’ and the streets were open by 1 a.m.” said Frith. “The whole thing was just really joyful and happy, and I was glad to be a part of it.” dancing on the train. “When we got off the train, it was a sea of people, Yarger elected to Barry County Drain Commissioner’s post by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter Republican Russ Yarger defeated Democratic candi­ date Rosemary Anger in the bid to be the' next Barry Russ Yarger County Drain Commissioner by a 16,303 (56.73 percent) to 12,349 (42.97 percent) vote. Yarger, who has been the director of the Freeport Department of Public Works for 10 years, said he plans to continue the work of outgo­ ing g Drain Commissioner Tom Doyle, who did not seek re-election. “I just plan to continue the good work of the drain com­ mission,” said Yarger. “Mr. Doyle has done an excellent job.” Yarger said that if he is contemplating anything, it is an upgrade to the drain com­ mission’s Web site. “There are a few things I’d like to do to improve the Web site, like making it so people can contact the drain commissioner directly through the Web site,” he said. “But, changes cost money, so we’ll have to wait and see what the budget will allow. “Other than that, I’ll have to work there for a while, take time to familiarize myself with the office, and get up to speed before I con­ template any other changes.” he concluded. Doyle said he has always supported his successor’s bid for the post. “I supported Russ in his campaign mai n to become drain commissioner because I feel he has the knowledge and experience to fulfill the requirements of this office,” said Doyle. “He has the right personality and temperament to work with landowners and taxpayers. This is not always an easy job. In fact, it can be a difficult job, but I think Russ will do the job well.” Yarger and Anger squared off against five other Republican drain commis­ sioner candidates in a public debate before the August pri­ mary. Anger, who has a mas­ ter’s degree in geography from Western Michigan University and has worked as a geography information systems technician for Barry County Land Information Service for 11 years, was unopposed on the Democratic ticket in the pri­ mary. Yarger defeated his five Republican opponents by gamering 2,310 votes (27 percent) to earn his spot on the November ballot. Men hang an Obama poster outside of Millennium Station in Chicago on election night. In This Issue, • Castleton voters approve 1 -mil EMS operating levy • Honors Spanish students raising funds for Ecuador trip • Fuller Street Elementary wins fundraising challenge • Vermontville Pioneer Club rakes leaves �Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday November 8 2008 — Page 2 Fuller Street students take part in mock election by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Studies have shown that since parents have a big influence on how their young children think and act, the outcome of a presi­ dential election can often be predicted by the results of student mock elections. And, after the results of a nationwide mock election for elementary school stu­ dents were revealed Tuesday morning, that theo­ ry would appear to be true. “Obama won the kids vote,” reported Fuller Street Elementary School technol­ ogy teacher Heather Brass Tuesday morning. Tuesday evening, the Internet and television news broadcasts were abuzz with the official Vermontville Lions Club hosts senior citizens’ dinner Fuller Street Elementary technology teacher Heather Brass talks to students from Cindy Baker’s second grade class about how their votes are tallied and displayed on the overhead projection. These senior citizens enjoy a Swiss steak dinner with all the trimmings complements of the Vermontville Lions Club. Sixty-seven seniors enjoyed the 12th annual dinner prepared and served by the Lions with help from the local Cub Scout pack. Entertainment was provided by the barbershop quartet “Something Big” that just won the Michigan Championship for Quartets. ‘-Diana’s ^ace The Place to Gofor Professional Styling | ,j/*ji MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS S S Open Tuesday - Friday S.E. Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. Jr 1-517-852-9481 1 election results — Barack Obama had indeed been chosen as the next president of the United States. Monday, second and third grade students at Fuller Street went to their school’s computer lab and cast votes online at www.studiesweeklyvote.co m. Part of a national educa- 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 & 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. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School.................... JO a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... 1 a.m. Evening Worship ... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Corner ol Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) Church Service......................... 9 am. 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 OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG Wed. 5:30 p.m................ Family Supper 6:00-7:15 Pioneer Club Sun: 9:00...................... Sunday School 10: 00............................. Church Senrice 11: 00...................................... Fellowship GRACE COMMUNITY 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 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 PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST 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. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. . PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 930 am. Children’s Sunday School: 930 a.m. Adult Sunday School 10:50 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday “The kids have been hav­ ing a lot of fun with this,” said Brass, who said she has been setting the stage for the mock election for three weeks. “With the second and third graders, we used the Internet to learn about the campaign and election process and talked various issues in depth. They dis­ cussed the rising cost of health care, what’s happen­ ing with the schools, the war and other current events. With the kinder­ garten through first grade students, we discussed the election process and played games like Presidential Jeopardy on the Nickelodeon Web site” Brass also had students use the computers for an election scavenger hunt. “They had to go online to research answers to ques­ tions,” she said. “Some of the kids are really into this. We had a third grader who tional Web site, this was one of many online resources used by Fuller students in the weeks pre­ ceding the election. “Today the kids will come in and just click on the box photo of the candi­ date they want to vote for and then press the ‘vote,’ button. We’ve talked about how their voting process is a lot easier than actual vot­ ing, and we’ve encouraged them to go with their par­ ents to the voting booth if they can,” said Brass Monday morning. “The polls opened at 8:30 a.m. and they’ll close eat 3:30 this afternoon.” After they were finished voting, Brass showed them results of the vote that had been tallied so far on a map projected from the Web site. At 9:30 a.m. Monday morning, Obama was already leading among chil­ dren voters. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Services 9:00 & 1030 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages .. .1030 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 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST . CHURCH . Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................ 11:15 a.m. PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 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 Sunday Mass....................... 9:45 a.m. FATHER AL RUSSELL A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings 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 SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School 9:45 a A.M. Service 11 a P.M. Service........................................7 Wed. Service ............................ 7 p.m. 8:30 a.m Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. wanted to blog McCain to find out if he really wanted to tax health care. It’s really amazing what these kids have learned at home, the Internet and (on the) news.” And, while the kids were learning about government, current events and the elec­ toral process, they also were learning more on how to use computers. “They learned vocabu­ lary, how to locate and bookmark their favorite Web sites, how to scroll down and more, ” said Bross, who noted that the students’ government les­ sons aren’t over’ yet. “We’ll probably go to some Web sites to learn things like what happens between now and when the new president takes office January 20 — what happens during that transitional time. We’ll go to places like Yahoo and MSN to look up different things.” 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 VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School.................... 9:45 a.m. Worship Service .................... 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service ....... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service .. .6:30 p.m. AWANA................. 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 930 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 am. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, November 8, 2008 — Page 3 Special collection is on loan at Putnam, new titles A special collection of Louis L'Amour books are on loan to Putnam District Library in Nashville. Nearly 50 titles are on display and available for checkout in the Westerns section. The leather-bound books are on loan from the George W. Spindler Memorial Library in Woodland. The library is undergoing some reorganizing and has loaned this collection to Putnam until the work is completed. A gift to the Woodland library, the Louis LAmour collection is available for checkout by library card holders in good standing through the interlibrary loan policy. New items in October include: Fiction The Wayfarer Redemption by Sara Douglas; Enchanter by Sara Douglas; Starman by Sara Douglas; Sinner by Sara Douglas; Pilgrim by Sara Douglas; Crusader by Sara Douglas Romance: Season of Strangers by Kat Martin; Blue-Eyed Devil by Lisa Kleypas; First Impressions Greenstone has new crop insurance specialist GreenStone Farm Credit Services has announced the hiring of Brandon Walters as a new crop insurance spe­ cialist in its Charlotte branch. In his new role at GreenStone FCS’ Walters will be available to assist new and current customers with their crop insurance needs, including hail and multi-peril coverage. Walters, an Olivet native, grew up helping on the fami- ly dairy farm. Since his grad­ uation from Olivet College, he has worked in the insur­ ance industry as a claims adjuster and customer serv­ ice underwriter. He said he is looking forward to rejoining the agriculture industry and capitalizing on his experi­ ence for his customers. Walters and his wife said they enjoy spending time with family, playing with their dog and being outdoors. GreenStone Farm Credit Services, based in East Lansing, is Michigan and northeast Wisconsin’s largest agricultural lender and the country’s fifth largest association in the Farm Credit System. With more than $5 billion in assets, GreenStone serves some 17,000 customers with 37 branch locations in Michigan and northeast Wisconsin. have the opportunity to perform at the Chicago International Amphitheater in May. The band boosters will be taking orders for the large holiday wreaths made from fresh mixed evergreens such as pine, fir, berried juniper and cedar. Order forms are available at local businesses the and in Nashville Vermontville area, as well as the high school. Anyone interested may also contact Kelly Zank at Maple Valley High School during school hours 517-852-9275. All orders must be received by Nov. 17. .J/tan/r Equestrian team to use their facility for its practices. Also to those individuals that offered clothing and tack for exhibitors to use. They couldn’t have done it without your support! 066B0148 SKIHlt!MBl'lWf'jl ® W|nHiljpij w W Kt!»ta ® top lii ito lap 11 tanntMt n pita its ifc j I Kt tart-Map pt tow ta tmtal । Vermontville Lions announces Student of the Month tgf tmt.M»olo(talit fc MM' ate feitfe’ si SOUTH Ktf CHURCH Hastings library to host comics workshop Need to super-charge comics skills? Want to hyper-energize the imagina­ tion? Be at the Hastings Public Library’s Anime Fest at 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 15, to get inspired and energized by comics artist and writer Paul Sizer. As writer, creator and artist of “Little White Mouse,” Sizer has ideas. He has been drawing comics since he was 5 years old, and now participants can learn secrets to help make their own comic creations unique and amazing. Sizer will show how he created his newest graphic novel “BPM,” techniques for penciling and inking, and how to improve ideas and concepts to turn art into comic art. Sizer will be looking at portfolios after the work­ shop, so bring a few pieces of art to share. This is not a sitback-and-watch workshop, this is fully interactive, so come ready to participate. 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IS en To Jake and Tish Gorr, owners ofthe G3 Arena ...tor allowing the Maple Valley ul mu' hi Zoo by Sarah Harrison. Movies You Don’t Mess with the Zohan, Forbidden Kingdom, Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, Love Guru, Iron Man, Journey to the Center of the Earth, The Pirates Who Don’t Do Anything (Veggie Tales), The Incredible Hulk, Kit Kittredge: An American Girl. Regular hours at Putnam District Library are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday and Wednesday; 3 to 8 p.m. Tuesday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday; and 9 a.m. to noon Saturday. Visit the library online at www.putnamlibrary.blogspot.com. A Special Brandon Walters Band boosters holiday wreath sale to benefit Chicago trip Maple Valley Band Boosters have begun their annual Holiday Wreath Sale. Proceeds from this year's sale will benefit each senior high band student joining the trip to Chicago, where students by Nora Roberts. Young adult nonfiction Eli Manning and the New York Giants: Super Bowl XLII by Michael Sandler; Mike Lowell and the Boston Red Sox: 2007 World Series by Michael Sandler. Juniors nonfiction Animal Neighbors: Badger by Michael Leach; Animal Neighbors: Fox by Michael Leach; Animal Neighbors: Deer by Michael Leach; Animal Neighbors: Bat by Michael Leach; Meet the Bearded Dragon by Suzanne Buckingham; Meet the Crocodile by Suzanne Buckingham; Meet the Beaver by Suzanne Buckingham. Picture books A Year at the Farm by Nicholas Harris; A Day At A Amanda Erwin is presented with the Lions Club Student of the Month award by Vermontville Lions Club President Mark Lawless. Erwin was selected for the honor by Maple Valley teachers, staff and the Vermontville Lions Club. She is the daughter of Nate and Sandy Erwin of Nashville. A high school junior,Erwin says she enjoys academics and being a member of the Maple Valley High School Band. 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Students of the Month for Correction The story about the Vermontville Fire Department’s Spooky Dinner, which appeared in the Nov. 1 edition of The Maple Valley. News erroneously identified Chelsey Wetzel as an EMT. Although “Sweat 16" “Sweat 16" she plans on taking classes, Wetzel is not a currently a licensed EMT. She is a member ofthe fire department and works as a committee coordinator for events such as the dinner. "Sweet 16". Sweet 16" October were Beau Johnson, Susan Luyenkyk’s sixth grade class; Abby Smith, Patty Braun’s fifth grade; and Rachel Morris, Becky Jamros’ fourth grade. Sponsors who provide awards to the Students of the Month are Moo-Ville Creamery, Nashville Subway and Roush’s Sidewalk Cafe. GET MORE NEWS! 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She is survived by her mother, Rose (Floyd) Cook; father, Greg (Chris Johnson) Cornwell; fiance’ Bruce Amburgey; step-father, Don McMeen; brothers, Andrew Cornwell and JJ Cornwell, favorite Aunt, Lorraine (Craig) Carter; three step-sis­ ters and two step-brothers and several aunt’s, uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by her grandparents. A memorial service was held Tuesday, November 4, 2008 at South Cochran Church of God, Charlotte, with Reverend Perry Purcell and Reverend Winifred Collins officiating. Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.prayfuneral.com. Michael Gabriel Nichols OKLAHOMA Michael Gabriel Nichols was bom on September 1, 2008 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to Ross Earl II and Randa (Reeder) Nichols. He died on October 28, 2008 in Oklahoma City. A memorial service was held on Friday, November 7, 2008 at New Post Chapel, Fort Sill, Oklahoma with Chaplain Captain Luis Lopez-Colon, officiating. Michael’s time with us was not long or without pain. He bravely fought for each and every day to remain here. He was surrounded by people who loved him, and his strength, determination and will power are an inspiration to us all. Michael lost his fight on Tuesday night, but he will live forever in our hearts and minds. Survivors include his par­ ents, of the home in Lawton; grandparents, Hank and Ann Reeder of Trusville, Alabama, and Fran Starring of Nashville, Michigan; and one uncle, Wayne Reeder of Fort Campbell, Kentucky. You can sign Michael’s online guest book by visiting www.whineryhuddleston.com . Abby Smith Subscribe to the "Sweat 16" Pioneer Club members from the Vermontville Congregational Church met at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct 29, ready to rake leaves for two Vermontville families. “Our spirits were high as we walked over in the chilly afternoon sunshine to the first home,” said Pioneer Club coordinator Ruthie Willis. “Everyone worked together and had fun besides. Delightfully, we met and had our picture taken with the res­ idents of this home. What a pleasure. “When we returned to the Church, we had a hot meal ready for the young people and plenty of hot chocolate. It was a pleasant evening for all. “We are having a busy year in our Pioneer Club at the Vermontville Congregational Church,” she added. “We have had such a fun-filled fall this year. We eat together, sing, and have club meetings. Our fall party was a success two weeks ago. If you have chil­ dren ages 3 to 12, consider joining us on Wednesday nights from 5:30 to 7:15 p.m. Our club is active and grow­ ing.” Everyone is invited to attend ‘Christmas Presence,’ a candlelight Christmas play presented to the members of the Vermontville Congregational Church and community by Pioneer Club children and staff. Date and time will be announced later. For more information, call 517-726-0258. Call 945-9554 for more information. The Revue to hold auditions for “Vegas Show The Revue will hold auditions Monday, Nov. one 7, at 7 p.m. in the Vermontville Opera House for “Vegas Show,” which will be just before “Forever Plaid” Rehearsals are Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 7 to 10 p.m. Show dates are Jan. 23, 24, 25, 30, 31 and Feb. 1, 2009, with shows on Fridays and Saturdays at 7 p.m. Sundays at 3 p.m. The Revue is doing something different this winter, by offering a coffee-and-dessert Vegas-style show before the performance of “Plaid.” Patrons will be seated at tables and waited on. The bal- Maplewood to honor service men and women At 9 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 1 1, Veterans Day, all students and staff at Maplewood Elementary in Vermontville will hold a special pro­ gram, featuring music, speeches and a flag-foldin demonstartion, in honor of local veter­ ans and service men and women. The public is invit­ ed to attend. cony will be open for those not interested in the food. Following are the parts to be filled through auditions: • Emcee one woman "fortune teller" in character; on at beginning, end and in between each act. • Magic duo — two men; no strong singing but comedic timing needed. • Chorus number — eight women (possibly a couple men in drag); sing and dance. • Lounge singer — one man; sing and speak lines; good but schmaltzy singer with cocky/arrogant lines. (Bring a song to sing at auditions). • Two male or female singers to open show. No preparation is neces­ sary for auditions except for the lounge singer. Participants will be given music to sing, and dancers will be asked to do some simple steps. (The dancing is comedic so dancers don't have to be that good.) For more information, call Jeremy at 517-669-4240 or Bill at 269-367-4455. The Revue’s Web site can be found at www.vermontvillerevue.com. COVRT-S/Df EMBROIDERY <& SCREEN PRINTING Logo Digitizing - Custom Screen Printing Awards <& Engraving - Sewing <& Alterations 117 N. 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He cur­ rently operates the family dairy farm. A Nov. 22, 2008 wedding is planned. For several days and Advocates (CASA) for Kids, evenings during the month of Inc. of Barry/Eaton counties. October, Binder Park Zoo in On the first Saturday of Battle Creek hosts The Great September, 127 Barry and Zoo Boo, at which children Eaton County foster care and and their families are invited adoptive children and their to dress in their favorite cos­ families had the opportunity tumes and come walk the to spend the day at Binder paths of the zoo at night, Park Zoo and enjoy a picnic decorated for the holiday. lunch hosted by CASA and Volunteer pirates, fairies, the Barry/Eaton County and cartoon characters from Department of Human area agencies have a chance Services Foster Care to greet them, along with a Licensing staff. The two pro­ variety of two- and four­ grams designed the event to legged residents of the park, provide foster and adoptive for one last zoo experience families an opportunity to for the season. Many ofthose explore wildlife exhibits and who volunteer for the event enjoy a family outing. do so in return for receiving a In return for the free pass­ substantial number of free es, on Monday, Oct. 20, passes to the zoo during their Barry County CASA volun­ regular season. One such teers, Laura Brandt (Kermit local organization was the Frog’s second cousin), Court-Appointed Special Mary Hentschel (a gentle pirate), CASA President Sheree Newell (Farmer Brown look-alike) and CASA Volunteer Supervisor Jan Look (a friendly spider), passed out prizes to more than 200 visitors on a night filled with ghoulish sounds and darkened misty skies. “It even seemed that the furry and feathered zoo inhabitants were were happy happy to to see all the festively dressed guests,” said Look. CASA volunteers Laura Brandt and Mary Hentschel were buoyant about their evening of giving back. “I never expected to be dressed up like this.” said Hentschel. “But I’ll be glad to come again next year to help out. It’s been a great Halloween treat. From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Information was misleading, ill-timed To the editor: The function of the press in bringing information relat­ ed to ballot issues to the public has always been to state facts as clearly as possible. In your article in the Nov. 1 issue, you have done the opposite by listing tax increase as a monthly cost when taxes are assessed yearly, by listing the tax increase for a $50,000 house when the usual standard is a $100,000 house, and by placing this article so that it appears three days before the election so it is impossible to correct the misleading infor­ mation before the election. The article says the increase would be $4.17 monthly for a house valued at $50,000. Using these same figures, the actual yearly increase to the owner of a $100,000 house (keeping in mind that a mid-range house is still typically valued at more than $100,000) would be over $100.00. If you feel the need to encourage voters to support the ballot proposal, by all means do so - but in an edi­ torial or at least not in a for­ mat masquerading as unbi­ ased factual reporting. Marl Steinbach ‘Stellaluna’ come to visit children at Toddler Time 123s, a craft project and occa­ sional guest speakers. The program is specifically geared for children ages 0 to 5, but children of all ages are wel- come. Anyone who would like to be a reader or sponsor a craft project at Toddler Time should contact Laverty-Meeker at 269­ 948-3732. 1® tat Vermontville Toddler November/December Schedule is as follows: Nov. 13 — Turkeys. Nov. 20 — Thanksgiving (bring a toddler-friendly dish to pass), Nov. 27 — Thanksgiving Day - No Toddler Time, Dec. 4 — Gingerbread Houses. (Sign up in advance at Toddler Time; limited to 1 gin­ gerbread project per household). Dev. 11 Reindeer and Christmas ornaments. Dec. 18 — Santa Claus is coming to town. Dec. 25 — Christmas Day; no Toddler Time. k fa Mutt Streetd. g SaZon, HAIR nAn © 5 :: tt aaHnnin I, ite <WtWt to ipntpta. 226 N. Main • Nashville The Toddler Time gang rides the school bus. a!jj lilttailkw* (frft si tow tol tatlttoitol II lift irf- A baby bat named Stellaluna visited Vermontville Toddler Time Oct. 23. The event was part of the Literacy Coalition kick-off of the 2008-09 literacy calendar year. Activities includ­ ed story time, a craft project, singing, dancing, and each child received three free books to take home. “On Oct. 16, the kids from Toddler Time got to ride a real school bus. They enjoyed a short ride around Vermontville. The families of Toddler Time appreciate Terry Woodman for making the bus ride possible,” said Toddler Time volunteer Amy Laverty-Meeker. “The kids really look forward to the bus ride every year and are still talking about it,” Toddler Time is held at the Vermontville Public Library at 11:15 a.m. every Thursday, and typically runs 40 to 50 minutes. The program is free and run entirely by volunteers of Eaton Intermediate School District, with a focus on pre-literacy, school preparedness and just plain fun. Toddler Time activi­ ties typically consist of story time, dancing, singing, ABCs, Pennock HEALTH Human Resources Representative 7 ft* ’’ We seek an experienced professional to fill this part­ time role. Provides administrative support to the Human Resources staff and serves as the first line for general HR inquiries. 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Abe French was elect­ ed to finish the unexpired term of the late Jim Samann, whose seat he was appointed to fill earlier this year. Unopposed Incumbent Village Council President Doug Kelsey was re-elected with 257 votes, incumbent Clerk Shirley Harmon, with 255 votes, and incumbent Treasurer Kay Marsh with 271 votes. In other. Eaton County election races, incumbent District 1 County Commissioner Michael Hosey held offchallenger Tom Raymond by a 1,916­ 1,354 vote; incumbent Eaton County Sheriff Mike Raines defeated challenger Thomas Reich by a 38,230-118. In an upset, incumbent Eaton County Drain Commissioner Brady Harrington was defeated by challenger Michael Atayan 27,784­ 24,233. Now Contracted With ••• EYE & E.N.T. Specialists, PLC For Vision. For Hearing. For Health. ISION Our patients and those waiting to become our patients do not have to wait any longer. As of November 6, 2008, our Eye Care Providers ... Kimberly J. Norris, MD, Ophthalmologist David D. 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The students and staff at wallets and piggy banks and challenge posed by their raised $2,185.59 to win the counterparts at Weymouth each school were challenged to bring in their change every day for a week (Monday, Patriotism; Pennies for Tuesday, Nickels for our Nation; Wednesday; Dimes for Dedication; Thursday, Quarters for Courage, and Friday Bucks for Bravery). The money would be donated to a special fund set up to help the community build a handicapped accessible home for Marine Cpl. Josh Hoffman who was seriously injured while serving in Iraq and is now confined to a wheelchair. As an additional incentive to the knowledge that their donation would help a wounded serviceman, the students and staff at the losing school agreed to wear the other school’s colors for the day. So, Monday, Oct 27, the and staff of students Elementary Weymouth gamely wore the Maple Valley Lions’ blue and white. Little Critter’s visit to library deemed “a big hit” Students and staff at Fuller Street Elementary in Nashville pose for photo outside of their school after raising more than $2,000 to aid the construction of a handicapaccessible home for wounded Marine CpI. Josh Hoffman. (Photo courtesy of Life Touch) Putnam District Library’s young patrons and their fam­ ilies enjoyed two special story hours this past week. “To the delight of all, Little Critter came to visit on Friday, Oct. 24. Children were excited to shake hands with him, feel his fur, and one courageous child even felt his teeth to see if they were wiggly,” said Putnam Library Director Shauna Swantek. Lots of parents were there to snap photos of the day, and everyone left with a free book, she said. The event was supported by Eaton County Early Childhood Connections and made possi­ ble by participation of library volunteer Lauren Kopka. Spooky Storytime was held the evening of Tuesday, Oct. 28. Nearly 30 kids arrived in black and orange to read Goodnight, Goon by Michael Rex (a parody ofthe popular classic Goodnight, Moon by Margaret Wise Brown) and do some spooky activities. Several young readers even colored their hair orange for the evening. The little ones made ghost lollipops, sand Halloween songs and performed finger plays. Older students coop- Creating their individual monsters, older story time attendees guessed what they might see at the Haunted Library on Halloween. GREEN LIGHT DRIVING SCHOOL u>c 301 N. Main (M-66), Nashville 517-852-0000 Special Christmas Gift Certificates Available Segment I Segment II can ec. 1-Dec. 18 Nov. 24-26 Students and staff mem­ bers from Weymouth Elementary in Charlotte sport the Maple Valley Lions’ blue and a white after losing a fundraising challenge. Parent Meeting Dec. 5 @ 6:30pm Segment 1 weekend class will begin in January! Little Critter posed for lots of pictures during his visit to Putnam District Library Friday, Oct. 24. 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The library’s regular hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday and Wednesday; 3 to 8 p.m. Tuesday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday; and 9 a.m. to noon Saturday. — NOTICE — VERMONTVILLE TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS You are invited to attend a pot luck dinner and swearing-in of all November 4 elected officials on Thursday, November 13,2008 at 6:00 p.m. at the Vermontville Opera House. Please bring a dish to pass and table service. We will be honoring volunteers who graciously gave of their time to help with the recent Opera House repairs and bid "farewell” to Russ Laverty who served as Township Supervisor for many years. VERMONTVILLE TOWNSHIP BOARD (nZcDcDoonvilO m �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, November 8,2008 — Page 7 Honors Spanish students raising funds for Ecuador trip by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer SIX'S SIXS T* “In January, February and March, any business in town Three Maple Valley High that wants to have Krispy School students taking Kremes delivered can call us Honors Spanish — Amanda at the school and make Paxton, Pantera Rider and and arrangements, arrangements,” said Cade. Marty Shilton — hope to par- “We’ve done this in years ticipate in a trip to Ecuador past and have been able to during spring break in 2009, raise $200 per pupil.” but they can’t do it withoutt Second, the trio are availhelp from the community. So, able to help with a variety off between now and then they choress — — house-cleaning, will be holding a variety of yard work, tutoring — just fundraisers to help defray the name it. cost. And third, just in time for “These kids are working Christmas, anyone who is like crazy to earn money,” interested in purchasing handsaid Maple Valley High made fair trade goods from School Spanish teacher Dr. Latin America is encouraged Sandra Cade. “They’ve writ- to log on to ten and are sending out hhtp://www.heartoftheskyfundraising letters to friends fairtrade.com and when they and family and local busi- make their purchase enter the nesses and organizations, special promotional code telling them about some of MV-Ecuador, and 30 percent their efforts. of the purchase price will be First, students will take donated to the Maple Valley orders for and deliver hot, students who are planning to fresh Krispy Kreme dough- take the trip. nuts (the company sells “All the products on this doughnuts at 40 to 70 percent Web site are made in co-ops discount to the school so the in Guatemala. They are the students can bank the bal-same type of products you ance.) could find at World Market or SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS Maple Valley Elementary Lunch Menu HSedDaatiHj^ Vq-SajlSaj^1 fcaittM fe®i *J UUnj^ UtuHw^11 ttowilltte11^ B pHk^ Hk^ liorfl®. ,A. litBnj'^ olmto^"’ Monday, Nov. 10 Cheesie bread sticks. Spaghettios, celery w/p.butter, orange wedge, cookie. Tuesday, Nov. 11 Chicken tenders. Biscuit w/honey, mashed potatoes, peaches. Wednesday, Nov. 12 Cheeseburger. Smile pota­ toes, Jell-0 w/fruit, treat. Thursday, Nov. 13 M.W. Cottage Inn. Pizza bagels. Tossed salad, pineap­ ple-man. orgs., birthday cake. Friday, Nov. 14 Sack Lunch Day. Ham/ cheese Hot Pkt. Carrot sticks, apple slices, choc, chip cook­ ie. NOTE: Fuller Alternative Entree Choices: Peanut butter and jelly sandwich, honey and peanut butter sandwich. Maplewood Alternate Entree Choices: 6 oz. Yogurt w/string cheese, chef salad, peanut butter and jelly sand­ wich. Maplewood offers a variety of healthy snacks for 50 cents each (cash only: quarters or dollars only). Milk is included with all full meal purchases. Assort­ ed bread choices daily. Breakfast price: $130; Lunch price: $1.90; Adult price: $2.75; milk only: $.45. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu W -*WK *Kg Monday, Nov. 10 Macaroni and cheese. Asparagus, fruit cocktail. Salad bar. Tuesday, Nov. 11 Popcorn chicken. Mashed potatoes, cinn. applesauce. other retail outlets; but, ifyou shop from this site, the profits benefit the people in the co-op and the students here in Maple Valley,” said Cade. Cade explained that each year she tries to take some of her students on an educational trip to Spain but had to alter her plans this year. “When we were in the planning stage, the American dollar was in bad shape compared to the Euro, which made the cost astronomical. However, Ecuador uses United States currency, so there is no need to worry about the exchange rate, and an American dollar goes a lot further there because of their economy. “I’ve taken students on these trips for years and I have always used the Estudio Sampre program; they have been in the business of teaching Spanish to people in other counties since 1950, and the one school they have outside of Spain is in Ecuador.” she said. “Still, the cost is $2,000 per student including airfare and spending money. That is why we need to do the city ofQuito, at a local Indian marketplace and fly to Cuanca. “It’s interesting that the largest city in Ecuador is not as big as Lansing. They have two cathedrals in Cuanca,” Pantera Rider fundraisers.” Cade is also working with Carlita Swallow, who is from Ecuador, to help raise funds and to make the trip a meaningful one for the students. “When Carlita goes , home Marty Shilton in December, she will bring back some scarves which we said Cade. “The new cathewill sell to raise money,” said dral is only 300 years old, the Cade. “And, when we go old cathedral is 500 years down there in the spring, her old.” father will host the students Cade said the students will on their first night in Ecuador. be well-chaperoned on the We will fly out Friday morn-trip. She will be joined by ing and arrive in Ecuador that Mindy Otto, who teaches evening and stay in a hotel. Spanish at Fuller Street and They will shop in the capital Maplewood Elementary, and Chemo and Tony Rodriguez, who have helped pioneer the Barry County Extension Calendar of Events Master Gardener Executive Committee Meeting, 6 p.m., County Seat. Nov. 10 Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church. Mexican bar. Oct. 10 The Extension office closed during lunch. Wednesday, Nov. 12 County Buildings Closed for Veteran’s Day. Chicken pot pie. Celery Nov. 11 New Leader Orientation, 7 p.m., Extension w/p.butter, piheapple/man. Nov. 11 Office. orgs. Burger/Chicken bar. Nov. 13 Dog Developmental Committee Meeting, 6:30 Thursday, Nov. 13 p.m., Extension Office. Kellogg Cottage Inn. Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 Goulash, California blend Nov. 17 p.m., First United Methodist Church. veg., pears. Mini bar. Nov. 18 Farm Bill Update Meeting, 6:30-9 p.m., Friday, Nov. 7 MainStreet Savings Bank Community Room. Chicken parmesan. Carrots, Jell-6 w/fruit. Nov. 19 4-H Council Meeting, 7 p.m., Courts & Law Building. Breakfast bar. Teen Leadership Action Plan Workshop - 1st NOTE: Entree’s available Nov. 20 class, 6-9 p.m., KCC Hastings Location. daily: cheeseburger, variety Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 of chicken sandwiches, pizza, Nov. 24 p.m., First United Methodist Church in peanut butter and jelly sand­ Hastings. wich, fish sandwich, honey Non-Livestock Developmental Committee and peanut butter sandwich, Nov. 25 Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. 6 oz. yogurt w/string cheese. Side choices available Nov. 27-28 County Buildings Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday. daily: garden salad, juice, Nov. 28 Beef Weigh In for Rate of Gain, 9-11 a.m. fresh fruit. 4-H Felting Day, Suzanne Pufpaff’s Fibermill. Milk is included with all Dec. 6 Teen Leadership Action Plan Workshop- 2nd full meal purchases. Seconds Dec. 8 class, 6-9 p.m., KCC Hastings Location. available on vegetables at no additional charge. Assorted bread choices daily. Breakfast price: $1.45; Lunch price: $2.25-$2.50; Adult prices: $2.75-$3.00. Neck and back pain, Milk only: $.45. headaches, numbness and more! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 269-945:9554 to start getting all the news ofBarry County. added. “Please consider helping these young people learn more about our world and the difference they can make in it.” 110 S. Main St. P.O. Box 132 Vermontville, MI 49096 517-726-0726 Owned & Directed by Kristi Lincoln and Carrie Hopkins We believe that each child is special and a blessing! Call for information and space availability Need wedding invitations? Stop by and check out the large selection at J-Ad Graphics Printing Plus 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings Chiropractic Can Help... GET MORE NEWS! Amanda Paxton Peas in a Pod Preschool <& Child Care, LLC Nov. 9 Nashville Chiropractic Center elementary Spanish program in Maple Valley Schools. “In know we are in tough economic times, but I would encourage people to visit the Heart of the Sky Web site if they like to give those types of gifts. It helps the produc­ ers, and Maple Valley stu­ dents will get 30 percent of the proceeds,” said Cade. “Travel to another country can have an amazing impact on one’s world view,” she New Hours Starting Wednesday, December 3, 2008 Mon., Tue., Thur. & Fri. 8:00 - 1:00 and 2:00 - 5:00 Wednesday 10:00 - 3:00 and 4:00 - 7:00 Dr. Mike Callton, D.C. ’ Michigan State University National College of Chiropractic If you have questions or would like to make an appointment call: 517-852-2070 We are a Blue Cross, Medicare and Medicaid provider Most insurances accepted Pennock Nashville Family Medicine 750 Durkee St. Nashville, MI 517-852-2133 I �Just 'A* Advertised m the Ma Valley News' Saturday November 8 2008 — Page 8 Castleton voters approve 1-mill EMS operating levy bj Sandra Ponaetto Staff Writer When the polls closed Tuesday evening and the votes were counted, the preyposed I-mill levy to support operations of Castleton - .Maple Grove Nashville Ambulance (CMGNA) passed by a 746-630. or 54.22 to 45.78 percent, vote. "I was happy to sec it pass,” said CMGNA Board Chairman Rod Crothers. “I appreciate the support of the voters in Castleton and Maple Grove townships. This will allow us to maintain our service." In the August primary election. Maple Grove Township voters passed the proposed I -mill levy to support EMS operations 138-96. The same measure failed in Castleton Township by a 244-231 Getting Through the Holidays Grief Workshop Barry Community Hospice presents Getting Through the Holidayt. a Grief Workshop Facing the holiday season can he one of the most chal­ lenging and difficult experi­ ences the bereaved has to deal with Holidays arc intended to be a time ofgreat joy. family togetherness and thankfulness Yet if someone has recently died holidays may become a source of extreme sadness, loneliness and emptiness Getting Through the Holidays is an educational grief workshop held Tuesday. Nov. II. at the Barry Community Hospice Office. 450 Meadow Run. Suite 200. Hastings from 6:30 to 8 p.m.; and designed to help the bereaved antici­ pate. navigate and cope with the upcoming holiday sea­ son. This workshop is for anyone who has experienced the death of a loved one. Participants will learn how to plan an effective strategy for managing the holiday season. The group will explore alternative ways to observe the activities of the holidays in order to reduce the stress and difficult feel­ ings that may arise. There is no charge for the workshop. Anyone wishing to register or to receive more information should call the Barry Community Hospice at 269-948-8452. DRIVERS EDUCATION - SEGMENT II Maple Valley High School will once again be offer­ ing Segment II drivers training classroom. The cost of Segment II for students that completed Segment I with Maple Valley was included in the initial fee. Any student that completed Segment I with another driving school and wishes to com­ plete Segment II at Maple Valley, the cost will be $60. All students must bring their Level I license that they received at the Secretary of State office and their driving log with them to class. Segment II will be offered on three consecutive afternoons beginning on November 11 and end­ ing November 13 from 3-5PM. It is mandatory that you attend all 3 classes. If you have any questions about Segment II classes, please con- | tact the High School Office at 852-9275.. unfunded state mandates, and a portion of Kalamo ting 1,049 votes; incumsalary requirements, fuel, Township, plus providing bent Clerk Loma Wilson support 1,062 advanced life maintenance and utilities. support drew drew 1,062 votes, to toTreasurer service The ambulance service (ALS) service Treasurer Dorothy 1,045 covers approximately 118 Vermontville when need- Semrau, 1,045 votes; square miles and senes ed. incumbent Trustee Jerry The service is currently Reese, 985 votes; and newabout 7,400 people including Woodland Township, funded by quarterly alloca- comer Mike Trahan, runtions from Castleton and ning for the trustee seat Maple Grove townships currently held by Dave and of DeMond who did not seek the Village Nashville. Nashville con- re-election, took 862 votes tributes $25,000 per year to earn his seat. In Grove while Castleton and Maple Maple Grove each contribute Township, incumbent $28,000 per annum. The Supervisor Rod Crothers Barry County annual contract with earned 593 votes; Clerk contract Commission on Aging Woodland Township gar- Susie Butler, 636 votes; Menu and Activities ners an additional $5,400 Treasurer Ginger Cole, Hearty Menu in income per quarter plus 615 votes, and trustees Jim Monday, Nov. 10 revenue generated from Heyboer, 536 votes, and Ham. sweet potatoes, chopped spinach, cherry' cobbler, din- runs in that area. Doug Westendorp, 580. In Nashville, incumbent ner roll. No seals were contested Tuesday, Nov. 11 on the Castleton Township Trustee Jack Holden, who COA closed in observance of Veterans Day. Board, the Maple Grove ran unopposed for his seat Wednesday, Nov. 12 Township Board or the on the village council, Salisbury steak and gravy, garlic mashedpotatoes, green Nashville Village Council. drew 393 votes. beans, peach cobbler, dinner roll. In Castleton Township, margin. The five-year levy will an estimated generate $62,726 per township in the first year. Money generated by the millage would be used to cover related to expenses Thursday, Nov. 13 Breaded chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, Italian blend, vegetables, applesauce. Friday, Nov. 14 Macaroni and cheddar cheese, broccoli, diced peaches. Cold Menu Monday, Nov. 10 Ham, garbanzo bean salad, pea and cheese salad, pineapple/orange juice. Tuesday, Nov. 11 COA closed in observance of Veterans Day. Wednesday, Nov. 12 Chicken and pineapple salad, carrot raisin salad, diced peaches, wheat bread. Thursday, Nov. 13 Ham and pasta salad. Com O’Brian, mixed fruit, whole wheat crackers. Friday, Nov. 14 Meatloaf, marinated vegetables, spiced apples, wheat bread. Activities Calendar Monday, Nov. 10: Hastings - Tai Chi 1 p.m.; Music with Sam; Card Making 12:30 p.m. Delton - Tendercare 11:30. Woodland - Mini Massage. H.W.N - Reminiscence. Tuesday, Nov. 11: COA closed in observance ofVeteran’s Day. GL - Potluck 12:45 p.m., speaker. Wednesday, Nov. 12: Hastings - Music with Sam; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m.; Nails; Bible Study 12:30 p.m.; Low Vision Support 1:30 p.m.; Nails. Delton - Reminiscence. Thursday Nov.13: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 , a.m.; Music with the Lewis’; Mini Massage. DeltonPuzzles/Trivia. Nashville - TV Time. Friday, Nov. 14: Hastings - Exercise 9 a.m.; Mixed Media Painting 9:30 a.m.; Red Hat Craft 1 p.m.; Model Railroad 12 p.m. Woodland - Visiting. Schools of Choice Maple Valley provides: Safe Schools Caring Student-Centered Teachers Full Curricular and Extra Curricular Offerings * State-Of-The-Art Technology We are now accepting Schools of Choice applications for the second trimester of the 2008-2009 school year. Enrollment is available for all grades K-12 and in the Alternative Education Program. Residents of Eaton, Barry, Calhoun, Ionia or Ingham County Intermediate School Districts are welcome to join our schools. Give a memorial that can go on forever A gift to Many Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout the county in At Maple Valley Schools, your child receives the best of both worlds. The safely and personal care of a smaller rural school is combined with the program offerings of the larger urban dis­ tricts. 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. Maple Valley Schools offers programs that prepare your children for their future. designate. Ask your funeral Applications will be accepted from November 10, 2008 until November 26, 2008. call (269) 945-0526. For enrollment information, call 517-852-9699. the name ofthe person you director for more information on the BCF or Cheryl Hartwell ran unopposed for supervisor, net- LEGAL NOTICES 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: Ryan Barber and Tracy Barber, Husband and Wife to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., solely as nominee for Irwin Union Bank and Trust Company, Mortgagee, dated April 2, 2007 and recorded May 11, 2007 in Instrument # 1180462 Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was subsequently assigned to: HSBC Mortgage Services Inc, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-One Thousand Nine Hundred Twenty Dollars and Ninety-Five Cents ($151,920.95) including interest 8.06% 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 ven­ due, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on November 20, 2008 Said premises are situ­ ated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South one half of Lot 1039, except the East 20 feet and the South one half of Lot 1040 of the city formerly Village of Hastings, County of Barry, Michigan, as recorded in Liber A of Plats, on page 1, Barry County Records. Commonly known as 629 South Jefferson, Hastings Ml 49058 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later. Dated: OCTOBER 15, 2008 HSBC Mortgage Services Inp, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 08-99901 ASAP# 2903383 10/18/2008, 10/25/2008, 11/01/2008, 11/08/2008 oserseo 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: Martin Ogrodzinski and April Ogrodzinski, Husband and Wife to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., solely as nominee for NovaStar Mortgage, Inc., Mortgagee, dated May 31, 2006 and recorded September 29, 2008 In Instrument # 200809290009589 Barry County Records, Michigan Said mortgage was subsequently assigned to: The Bank of New York Mellon, as Successor Trustee under NovaStar Mortgage Funding Trust, Series 2006-3, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Forty-Four Thousand Nine Hundred Sixty-Four Dollars and Ninety-Eight Cents ($244,964.98) including interest 9.99% 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, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on December 4,2008 Said prem­ ises are situated in Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 30 acres of the East one half of the Southeast one quarter of Section 22, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Irving Township, Barry County, Michigan Commonly known as 3037 Wing Rd, Hasting Ml 49508 The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by . MCL 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later. Dated: OCTOBER 22, 2008 The Bank of New York Mellon, as Successor Trustee under NovaStar Mortgage Funding Trust, Series 2006-3, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 08-97381 ASAP# 2909407 10/25/2008, 11/01/2008, 11/08/2008, 11/15/2008 06680182 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, November 8, 2008 — Page 9 Maple Valley Spanish students display ofrenda at Lansing bookstore by Sandra Ponsetto Royston.” The ofrendas, or offerings, are private altars honoring the deceased. Traditional elements include flowers, candles, incense, statues and photos, the favorite food and drink of the deceased, and favorite items such as toys, books, clothes, etc. “I’m always impressed with the tenderness the kids put into making these ofrenda for someone close to them,” said Cade. “We lost a lot of people last year, and making the ofrenda can help them work through that.” Staff Writer Saturday, Nov. 1, Maple Valley High School students Brandon Sams, Marty Shilton, Sylvia Laymance and Garrick Hershberger, represented Maple Valley High School Spanish stu­ dents as they displayed the ofrenda they had made in class as part oftheir study of the Spanish celebration Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) at the Lansing book­ store Everybody Reads. “The owner, Scott Harris, is very socially involved and aware. He also gives us a 10 percent educational discount on our textbooks and doesn’t charge shipping” said Maple Valley High School Spanish teacher Dr. Sandra Cade. “He invited our students to come and display their ofrenda when he learned that our Spanish I and II classes went trick-or-treating for UNICEF. The Spanish I stu­ dents went in groups of three or four and the Spanish II students in pairs.” “Dia de los Muertos is cel­ ebrated Nov. 1,2 and 3, and The students who dis­ played their ofrenda wore white faces and dressed as skeletons. “Halloween is about dressing scary but Dia de Los Muertos is about remembering and welcom­ ing the dead,” said Cade. “We’ve been displaying the ofrenda in the school every year, but this was the first time the students have had an opportunity to display them in public. Maybe next year we’ll se if we can dis­ play the in some local banks.” Nashville Maple Syrup Association ANNUAL MEETING November 12, 2008 - 3:00 pm MOO-Ville Creamery 5875 S. M-66, Nashville Maple Valley High School students, Brandon Sams. Marty Shilton, Sylkvia LayMance, and Garrick Herschberger dressed as skeletons to display their UNICEF boxes. The students also displayed ofrenda at the Lansing bookstore in celebration of Dia de los Muertos. each year the students in my class make traditional ofrenda to honor the dead,” said Cade. “This year, some of For more information contact Bonnie White, 517-852-9189 the people honored included Andrew Cheeseman, Amber Brownell, Kurt Cobain, Chris Yonkers and Shamion A 400 Conservation district to host woodlot management Comfort 18 0 CHILDREN’S .IR. ARCTIC PAC tete ice- fciiemiwig. 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Now accepting MasterCard & Visa Registration fee is $10 per individual or $15 per house­ hold and includes an information packet and refreshments. Register by calling the Eaton Conservation District at 517-543-5848 ext. 5. Buy wood, send people to Africa Thornapple Valley Church members gearing up to head to Mbala, Zambia, next year are planning their next fundraising event for the trip. The group is raffling off one face cord of wood. For every 100 tickets sold, one winner will be drawn. Tickets are $2 each or three for $5. Ticket purchasers are asked to put their names and phone numbers on the backs si9t gt«# iubwW^J E Wl«^iJ^ uwl«i^ Dr. Karen Potter-Witter, a forestry professor from MSU, will provide information on important aspects of timber sales and tax incentives for woodlot owners. This workshop will be held indoors. 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State in Nashville • 852-0882 «a www.hpmetownlumber.com WStaaoi �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, November 8,2008 — Page 10 Vermontville receives facade grant for downtown businesses by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter During the November Vermontville Village Council meeting Thursday night, Vermontville Department of Public Works (DPW) Supervisor Monte O’Dell reported that he had prepared and submitted a six-month progress report and timeline to the Michigan State Housing Development Authority regard­ ing a Community Development Block Grant (CDGB) which village is slated to receive. The grant totaling $59,750 will be used to improve the facades of five downtown busi­ ness: Vermontville Hardware, Janelie’s Tanning and Massage, Trumble Agency Inc., Ace Automotive and Roadrunners. In addition to the CDGB Grant, the village will contribute $23,250 and the business own­ ers will pick up the remaining balance, estimated at a $36,500. According to O’Dell’s time­ line, the village will finish its environmental review in December, complete engineer­ ing and planning in January, start accepting bids in March, and award contracts in April. Construction is slated to begin in June and be finished before the end ofJuly 2009. In his report, O’Dell also said that the second swingset, paid for by the Vermontville Lions Club and funds from a Eaton County Parks and Recreation mini-grant, had been installed in the village park, the broken lamppost in front of 151 S. Main had been replaced, and hydrants had been flushed. O’Dell also noted that leafpick-up had begun, and he said he anticipated that the final leaf pick-up would be completed by TTianksgiving. In other business the village bill for $772.50 from the vil­ lage’s legal firm for advice council: • Approved a motion to regarding guidelines for hunt­ budget 5.8 percent Cost of ing within the village limits. Living Allowance increases for Prior to the approval, there was discussion ofwho contacted the village employees for 2009. • On the advice of its attor­ attorney, who was authorized to ney adopted a policy regarding do so, and the need to establish identity theft prevention and a policy for authorizing village mitigation and another stating officials to contact the attorney. that while council members • Discussed solutions for a may serve on the planning com­ drainage problem on South mission or the zoning board of Main Street • Heard from Kelly Williams appeals, they cannot chair either ofthose committees. speaking on behalf of the • Welcomed newly elected American Legion. Williams trustee Jeanette Schultz who said that she felt the problem was in the audience, thanked with the step outside the outgoing trustee Tom Williams American Legion Hall on These are artists’ renderings of how the five businesses in downtown Vermontville for his many years of service on South Main could be solved will look after improvements paid for in part by a facade improvement grant offered the council, and set 7 p.m. with the installation of two by the Michigan State Housing Development Authority. Tuesday, Nov. 25, as the date handrails on the south side. for the village’s annual organi­ Williams’ suggestion was zational meeting. Village referred to the Streets and clean-up of brush, limbs and sion with Cornwell and her hus­ regarding the annual Trunk-or Council President Doug Kelsey Sidewalks Committee for its other yard debris. Kelsey asked band, members of the commit­ Treat in the village park on urged council members to con­ recommendation. Cornwell to meet with the ordi­ tee would then make a recom­ Halloween night He said that sider which committees they • Heard a complaint from nance committee before the mendation to the council would like to serve on but cau­ Sue Cornwell regarding fees next regular meeting of the regarding the bill. FACADE, continued on tioned that anyone who had sat charged by the village for the council. Based on their discus• Heard a report from Kelsey page 12 on the same committee for two terms would be moved to another, “to provide a fresh per­ spective.” • Discussed a projected shortfall in the water budget for 2009 and possible need to increase water rates for the 2009 budget and set two public hearings regarding the water The Vermontville day season. Friday, Nov. 28, and the Vermontville Bible Church rate and the budget before the Christmas Basket program, Donation sites for toys and deadline for food donation is from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, December council meeting. which is coordinated by the nonperishable • food items Friday, Dec. 19. Dec. 20. . “Utilities can’t run on a Vermontville Women’s Club have been set up at Those who wish to receive For more information deficit; they are required by law and supported by local Maplewood Elementary in a Christmas basket need to about the Christmas basket to be self-supporting,” said churches, businesses and Vermontville,the register with the Family program, call Mary Fisher at Kelsey. service organizations, is once Vermontville Post Office and Independence Agency (FIA) 517-726-0670. • Approved the consent again seeking donations to Independent Bank in down- in Charlotte, 517-543-0860. agenda which included meeting make the holidays brighter for town Vermontville. The The baskets will be available minutes from the regular Oct 2 local families during the holi- deadline for toy donations is for pick up at the council meeting, the treasurer’s report for October and the pay­ ment of bills from Oct. 3 to Nov. 6. • Approved the payment ofa Vermontville Christmas Basket program now accepting donations Putnam’s fall line-up continues Putnam District Library in Nashville continues to try to offer something for everyone this fall. Event calendars for November and December are now available at the library or online at www.putnamlibrary.blogspot.com. “The library strives to serve all of its patrons and welcomes input regarding event topics. Please visit and share your ideas,” said Putnam District Library Director Shauna Swantek. The library staff invites area residents to visit Kent Oil & Propane, Inc. We Deliver 735 Durkee Street, Nashville, MI Phone (517) 852-9210 or (800) 638-7484 • • • • State Licensed Installers Competitive Prices Budget Plan $1.00 Lifetime Lease Fee (Based on 500-gal. min. annual usage) Your only independently owned and operated propane distributor. *We offer underground tanks— call for details Tuesday, Nov. 11, to view displays celebrating Maple Valley's history with the armed forces. Several local residents have donated items and pho­ tographs for display. In addi­ tion to a Civil War rifle, vis­ itors will have a chance to view rare World War II pho­ tographs taken by the U.S. Army Signal Corps. Putnam Library's local history rooms upstairs will be open to the public all evening with more military displays highlight­ ed. The children's area will host a create-a-card station and give children an oppor­ tunity to create cards and write letters for current mili­ tary personnel serving over­ seas. The Ladies VFW Auxiliary will continue to sell stars in support of care packages for active soldiers. The library is open from 3 to 8 p.m. on Tuesdays and there is sure to be something for everyone this week. The library's first “tween” event will be held from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Nov. 15. The theme will be Read Like a Rock Star. Maple Valley ’tweens (those in fourth to seventh grades) are invited to come and play Guitar Hero III and Rock Band. Library staff members will book talk new and favorite titles throughout the event. A prize will be award­ ed for the best dressed rock star, so attendees are encour­ aged to come ready to rock. • Propane Installation • Serving Home, Farm and Industry FREE INSTALLATION Includes 10O-ft. copper line, fittings, labor, two stage regulator system, leak and pressure test �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, November 8, 2008 — Page 11 Calley elected to another two years by Megan Lavell vote. brutal year for Republicans Those percentages were all across the whole country.” Republican State Rep. mirrored in Barry County, This is Calley’s second win Brian Calley of Portland will where Calley won with 62.5 for the state representative’s retain his 87th District seat percent and 18,166 votes. seat He took his first victory another two years after his Grieves took 31.93 percent in 2006. victory Tuesday. with 9,281 votes, Adams took With his freshman term Staff Writer Calley took 64 percent, or 3.11 percent with 903 votes, and learning curve behind and Gillotte took 2.27 percent him, Calley said he can move District, which covers all of with 659 votes. into his next term and contin­ Barry County and part of “I’m very honored to have ue to work on the projects that Ionia County. 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Maple Valley Board of Education trustee Teresa Allen, who ran unopposed to finish the final two years of a term expiring in 2010, received 1,279 votes. Allen was appointed to the seat after long-time trustee Allison Avery resigned in 2007. Quality Deer Management Association s 2;30 p "Managing Today For A Better lomorrnw" This article is part ofa series ofarticles brought to you by the Eaton County Quality Deer Management Association. For information or questions call 800-209-DEER. ---- HEY YOU!!!------ h tn not willing to let die,” Calley said of transparency in gov­ ernment spending. “There’s no shortage of issues to work on.” Calley said, “You almost have to shame the people in Lansing into doing the right thing. These are good ideas, and I know people are on my side with them.” Calley said he has another reason to celebrate as well, because his wife, Julie, won an Ionia County Commissioner seat. 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Antlers have fascinated man since the dawn oftime and continue to do so today. From cave drawings to modem hunting magazines, we have spent countless hours drawing, photographing, hunting for, and dreaming about antlers,. This article covers some of the basics antlers of and iexplains the factors affecting their growth. habitat management can compensate for some regional shortcomings. For example, the average buck harvested in New Hampshire is heavier and has larger antlers than the average g buck harvested in Pennsylvania — even though PA has much better soils and more productive habitat. The reason is the average buck in NH large-antlered deer. Bergman’s Rule (animals get smaller as you get closer to the equator) and sandy soils produce deer that average lower body weights and lower scoring antlers than many regions ofthe country. However, public land in central Florida that I formerly managed has produced deer that weighed nearly 200 mentioned weight or antler parameter because they are harvested at early ages and are nutritionally limited. Genetic improvements are extremely difficult, if not impossible, in wild populations and are often overrated in antler conversations. Selecting specific antler traits is possible through controlled The Eaton County Branch of Quality Deer Management Association would like to help youjump startyour own neighborhood Co-op. Funds are currently available for mailings, flyers, organizational meetings etc. Help make a change in your area! Callfor details: Ron Wilson: 517652-9133 Jim (Jamey) StraderH: 517930-2586 Brian Elliston: 517541-0191 JoelMalcuit: 517726-0025 Antlers are the fastest growing tree bone in nature. They start growing in spring and continue through late summer. While growing, antlers are soft, warm (because of the blood supply) and covered with velvet. They harden in late summer/ comes from a deer early fall and bucks shed their velvet in herd with good age response to increasing structure (the average testosterone levels. . NH buck is 1-2 years Bucks then cast older than the average their antlers in late PA buck) and from a deer herd in balance winter/early spring in response to decreasing with its habitat (so the NH buck is less likely testosterone levels. Antlers are often to be nutritionally incorrectly referred limited). to as “horns” but they Florida is not known are distinctly different. producing Antlers grow from for or the tip and are shed large-bodied g annually while horns grow from the base and grow for the life of the animal. pounds (live weight) with antler spreads exceeding 20 inches. These bucks were allowed to mature in balanced deer herds in properly managed habitats supplemented with high quality food plots. A high percentage of deer killed in higher quality habitats in northern environments never reach the above breeding in penned situations because the parents can be chosen. However, it’s not that simple in the wild as twin fawns may have different fathers. This fact is well known in bear management but is relatively new to the deer literature. Recent studies also suggest that even in populations with good age structure, young bucks may breed 25-30% of the does (fortunately, mature bucks are breeding 70-75% of the does). These facts demonstrate the complexities involved with attempting genetic improvement in wild populations and show why culling young bucks is ill advised, especially in overpopulated herds. As managers, we do best by balancing deer herds with their habitats, improving buck age structures, and putting the most mature bucks in the population as possible. Then we can relax and let Mother Nature take care of the rest. Kip’s Korner is written by Kip Adams, a Certified Wildlife Biologist and Northern Director of Education and Outreach for theQuality Deer Management Association (QDMA). The QDMA is an international nonprofit wildlife conservation organization dedicated to ethical hunting, sound deer management managementand preservation of the deer­ hunting heritage. The QDMA can be reached at 1-800-209-DEER or www. QDMA.com. Shoot or Don't Shoot? Your Choice What a difference a year makes! The three factors influencing antler growth are animal age, nutrition and genetics. These factors are not uniform throughout the whitetails range but proper deer and Eaton County Branch al www.miCjdma.com 800-209-DEER �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, November 8,2008 — Page 12 Maple Valley volleyball falls fEXPRESSto Laingsburg in semifinals 24 HOURS OPEN. 7 DAYS A WEEK NASHVILLE T ONE''"* 133 S. Main You’re In, You’re Out... Nashville, Ml You're H me 517-852-0868 Grocery Store Pricing With Party Store Conveniences SfJAlfL 1 E7 SUN. nof. 9 MON. NOV. 10 TIE. NOV. 11 WED. NOV. 12 THUR. NOV. 13 FR1. NOV. 14 SAT. NOV. 15 18-PK. CANS $119B 1 LB. MIX 5 LBS. IDAHO POTATOES SALAD $ 199 2/$ JOO ,2% MIL ^GALLON $999 2 , A tough season for the Maple Valley varsity volley­ ball program came to an end Wednesday evening. Laingsburg scored a 3-0 victory over the Lions in the Class C District Semifinals at Dansville High School by the scores of25-21,25-17,25-17. The Lions end the season with an overall record of 9­ 32-5. The Maple Valley program still has room to grow. Samantha Newton was the lone senior on the team as the season wound down. Sophomore Tiffany Allwardt and junior Tina Westendorp led the Lions against the Wolfpack, finish­ ing the contest with seven kills each. Allwardt also had seven aces in the match. Maple Valley’s sophomore setter Karlee Mater had 20 assists. The Wolfpack went on to win the district championship Thursday night, topping Dansville in 3-2. The Aggies reached the final with a 3-1 win over Bath Wednesday. Maple Valley’s regular season ended last Saturday, at the Kalamazoo Valley Association tournament. The Lions were 1-3 on the day, and started the morning with a 25-16, 15-25, 25-16, 26-24 upset of Constantine in the opening round. After falling to Delton Kellogg 25-13, 25-13, 25-12 in the semi’s, the Lions fell to LIMIT 2 Maple Valley’s Karlee Mater can’t get the ball by the block of Delton Kellogg’s Carly Boehm (8) and Raissa Mendonca during last Saturday’s quarterfinal match at the KVA tournament hosted by Pennfield. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Galesburg-Augusta 25-17, close out the day in eighth 25-21, 25-12 and Olivet 22- place. 25, 25-17, 25-21, 25-14 to CRYSTAL FARMS . oz .o. 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Kelsey noted that while the village was allowing a driveway to be constructed at the end ofthe developed street, it is viewed as only temporary and should the village ever wish to develop that street as platted, the driveway would have to be moved. He also instructed O’Dell that when a gravel turn-around for DPW trucks is constructed at the end of Sherman Street it should extend 61 feet beyond where the street is currently developed to allow Joppie to construct her own driveway in the future without intersecting with another person’s driveway. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/822/MapleValleyNews_2008-11-15.pdf ebfa10232d2bec0b43bcf759282f9e4f PDF Text Text MAPLE VALLE”^ HASTWS PUBLIC LIBRARY 227 EAST STATE ST »*»i 4jr3w0v5r-©a M fUMACdTlSMJUb/S'e HMttng* Pubfc Ltey 227ESM»St Hastngs Ml 49058-1817 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 136-No. 46, November 15, 2008 A local paper oftoday! Several programs face possible elimination by school district by Amy Jo Parish It was an evening of pleas and appeals Monday night at the Maple Valley Schools Board of Education meeting. Board President Jerry Sessions opened the meeting by asking the crowd of more than 200 to organize their thoughts and work with the board as upcoming decisions arc made. "I hope everybody under­ stands that we’re all from the Maple Valley area," said Sessions. "We're not against you; we’re on your side." On the Friday before the meeting. Superintendent Kim Kramer sent a memo to the faculty and staff detailing the proposed cuts. "According to the audit, we finished the year in the red by $285,427," wrote caused by the drop in enroll­ ment, we are now around “Last year, there were 10 to 12 students on the golf team. There were around 1,200 people in atten­ dance at the musical." -Teacher Ryan Rosin $468,434 in the red ... After weeks of review and deliber­ ation, we are recommending that the board approve, at this meeting, the reduction of our current year budget by nearly $150,000 and take the rest of the deficit from the Katie Eldred spoke of “In two years, if we don't fund equity." the Impact the summer make adjustments now Soon after the opening Ryan Rosin addresses the board and more than 300 attendees at Monday’s school FFA program and how it we won’t have the money remarks. Sessions was hand­ board meeting concerning the possible elimination of extracurricular arts. to make adjustments." prepares the leaders of the ed a cell phone by high group for the year ahead school Band Director Dennis nity members voiced their are currently employed in the is no doubt in my mind what­ -Superintendent Kim and determines the suc­ Vanderhoef. After speaking opinions about which pro­ arts. He also spoke of the soever — my path lies in the Kramer cess of the program. on the phone for a few grams should be spared from number of students and com­ fine arts. It is my sincere moments, Sessions the chopping block. munity members impacted belief that our school would In an attempt to balance a announced that at the request Honors choir teacher and by the arts. Rosin is slated to be much less respected and nearly $500,000 deficit, the of the fire marshal, the meet­ musical director Ryan Rosin coach the golf team in the valued in our community school board considered Kramer in the memo. "This ing would have to be moved was the first audience mem­ spring and compared the two without the fine arts." eliminating funding for sev- was taken from our fund from the administration ber to address the board and areas during his presentation. Through numerous was described the impact cutting "Last year, there were 10 speeches and pleadings, the to 12 students on the golf message was clear, cutting team," said Rosin. "There programs would mean cut­ "The cuts, effective were around 1.200 people in ting the future of Maple January 1st, include all attendance at the musical. Valley Schools. extracurricular arts and that The number of community Junior high sports, all ath­ includes the drama, musical, volunteers for golf is zero. letic transportation and four junior high honors choir and For the musical alone there teaching positions in the dis­ marching band participation were about 20," added trict are among the many outside of the school day," Rosin. "There is one person items on the list for possible said Rosin. "If we gain two in the history of Maple elimination. students, that’s $15,000 — Valley supporting them­ After nearly four hours of the entire extracurricular arts selves with golf, and she did­ community input, Kramer budget." n’t even play golf at Maple addressed the crowd and Rosin also informed the Valley." detailed the financial situa­ board that the budget of Maple Valley senior tion of the district. $4,333 listed as the budget Adam Zank spoke about how "In two years, if we don’t for the musical was incor­ the arts at Maple Valley have make adjustments now we rect. In previous years, two changed his life and have won’t have the money to directors have been paid, this provided him with a career make adjustments," said year there is only, reducing choice that allows him to uti­ Kramer. "I believe wholly in lize his creative nature. the figure to around $2,500. educating the whole student Elizabeth Favre spoke of how the arts at Maple Valley have affected not only her "The fine arts are my ... 1 know the benefits. I’m Reflecting on previous own life, but the lives of numerous other students throughout the years and the hole faced with — in the twilight Maple Valley students and bread and water," said Zank. in the community cutting the arts would create. "In seven years (of being of my career —■ one of the their involvement in the arts. Rosin and others during the involved in the arts) I have toughest economies we’ve oral programs, including the more than we had budgeted. building into the gym. meeting listed more than two had enough experiences and ever seen. We are in ecoOnce the meeting was summer FFA and school When we add this deficit to dozen recent graduates who opportunities to make a deci­ this year’s new deficit, restarted, staff and cornmumusical. sion about my career. There See PROGRAMS, page 12 Nashville schedules first Christmas parade The Village of Nashville will hold its first annual Christmas parade, at 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13. The parade will start on Washington Street, proceed south on Main Street and end at the VFW hall. The parade is the brain­ child and long-held dream of Nashville Village Council Trustee Mary Coll, who said she hopes this will grow and become an annual event. “This really is Mary’s vision and she has asked other members of the council and community to come together and make this a reality,” said fellow council member and organizer Mike Kenyon. Letters are being sent to local businesses, churches and civic organizations but any individual, business or organization that would like to participate in the parade is welcome to register. “We’ll take entries for floats, horses, tractors, auto­ mobiles — anything people would like to enter,” said Kenyon. “It’s a Christmas parade but other than that, we aren’t going to have a specific theme.” The Maple Valley High School Marching Band will appear in the parade, as will the Castleton-Maple GroveNashville EMS and fire department And Santa, of course, will be the guest of honor. After the parade, Santa will visit with children in the gazebo in Central Park, where there also will be music and caroling. Any business, group or individuals interested in par­ ticipating in the parade should contact Kenyon 517­ 852-9642 or leave a message for him at the village office 517-852-9544. In This Issue • Maple Valley seventh graders explore career options • Vermontville Twp. bids farewell to long-time supervisor • Maple Valley High students partici­ pate in mock ellections • Wish-Upon-a-Star tree returns to Nashville �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, November 15, 2008 — Page 2 Maplewood Elementary program honors local veterans by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Students and staff at Maplewood Elementary spend several weeks each fall preparing for the singing “God Bless America” as members of the local Boy Scout troop entered carrying flags before a procession of local veter­ ans. Then everyone stood ans and current members of the military present were invited to introduce them­ selves, telling the other guests the branch ofthe mili­ tary in which they served, Local veterans file into the gymnasium at Maplewood Elementary in Vermontville at the beginning of the school’s Veterans Day program. Maplewood fifth grade students sing a selection of patriotic tunes for the Veterans Day program the school held Tuesday, Nov. 11. school’s annual Veterans Day tribute to local service men and women. The theme of this year’s program was “Honoring All Who Served.” The program began with soloists Brielle Hammond and Savannah VanStea their rank, number ofyears in the service and where they had served. The fifth grade students then sang a selection ofpatri­ otic tunes, “Thank a Vet,” with soloists Grant Adrianson and Samantha Henion and “American Tears,” with soloists Nicole Peters and Abby Smith. Next, 13 Maplewood stu­ dents spoke about the mean­ ing and importance of Veterans Day and of family members who have served in the military. Speakers were Madeline White, Katelynn Spencer, Cassidy Fisher, Sequoya Fighter, Bekah Mater, Bryan Venton, Matt Schaub, Karley Childers, Jonah Denton, Noelle Rohde, Anthony Strothiede, Lee Christopher and Jordan Jenkins. Paul Racine, a member of the Childs-Demeray Veteran Paul Racine talks about Native Americans American Legion Post in who have served and continue to serve in the military. Vermontville, talked to the students about how Native Americans have served in all branches of the military. Then U.S. Navy Reserves Cmdr. Kurt Dobberteen USNR and Yeoman Chief Petty Officer Kathy MacMillan gave a demon­ stration of the U.S. Navy’s flag-folding ceremony while Maplewood band students Lacey Ackels and Sylvia Laymance played “Taps.” Finally, after everyone joined in singing “God Bless America,” the veterans and their special guests went to the student support room where they were served light refreshments. Commander Kurt Dobberteen USNR and Chief Petty Officer Kathy MacMillan USNR give a demonstration of the USN flag folding ceremony. while soloists Kayla Dankenbring, Shawna Dockter and Sloan Carpenter sang “The Star Spangled Banner.” After a brief welcome from Maplewood Principal Fred Davenport, all the veter- Students, staff and veterans attending the Veterans Day program at Maplewood Elementary stand for the singing of the national anthem. 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 ■ Members of the local Boy Scout troop carry flags and lead a procession of local veterans into the gymnasium at Maplewood Elementary as part of the school’s annu­ al Veterans Day program. 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Main, Vermontville • 517-726-0580 225 N. Main, Nashville • 517-852-9680 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, November 15,2008 — Page 4 What to do when the State of Michigan’s funding for public schools is unfair? by Kim Kramer If you have been follow­ ing the news reports out of Lansing, it should be no sur­ prise that funding cuts in education are continuing. Many factors play into the dismal outlook for Michigan school children: the long­ standing bleak state of Michigan’s economy; the unfunded No Child Left Behind mandate from the federal government, drop in enrollments, and the inequitable way schools are funded in Michigan. with Kate Sheridan, Associated Content, wrote a recent article about a small rural school district in Michigan. Ifyou did not read the name of the district, you would assume she was talk­ ing about Maple Valley Schools. Here is an excerpt of what she said: “In the usually quiet hills and valleys of Michigan’s small, rural and farming communities, there’s open discussion during this elec­ tion year of trying to force changes to the state’s consti­ tution to return to local resi­ dents the authority they once had over funding their local school. Elected officials would do well to pay heed. At the heart of the issue is Delton TOPS 1221 Velma called the Nov. 11 meeting to order with the TOPS pledge. Nineteen members weighed in. Bev was the best loser, with a 2 1/2 pound loss. Velma read the secretary’s report. The following members met their pledges: Bev, Katie, Kathy, Barb D., Sondra, SaDonna, Velma, Phyllis, Linda R. and Barb N. The jackpot was won by Bev. Sondra third, Barb D. sec­ ond, and Dora are swimming in the fish bowl. The weekly drawing was won by Margaret Ann. Katie’s name was drawn for next week. The square contest is going and the envelope contest starts today. The “no-no” food is eating out more than once a week. The group sang “Happy Anniversary” to Lori and Sharon. Queen for the month is Bev, with 2 1/2 pounds lost. Meetings are every Tuesday at the Prairievillep Township Hall, 10115 Norris Road. Weigh-in starts at 9 a.m. and the meeting starts at 10 a.m. New mem­ bers are always welcome. the perfect storm of high energy and insurance costs, shrinking student enroll­ ments, unfunded-but-mandated requirements associat­ ed with the federal No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB), and corresponding state strictures that pass the cost burden ofNCLB down to the local level. Small wonder that parents today complain that they bear all the fiscal responsi­ bility for maintaining an edu­ cation system, the content and quality of which they now have virtually no con­ trol. In Michigan, that’s a quadruple whammy that exacerbates an already sore spot among state taxpayers who want to financially sup­ port the operational end of local education, but literally, can’t. No matter how rich the community or how dedicated the parents are to local-based schools, pocketbooks are sealed shut due to a decadeold Michigan Constitutional amendment that caps local homestead property tax con­ tributions to 6 mills - that’s $6 per $1,000 of a property’s valuation. School District raw... Open House Saturday, Nov. 22, 2008 2:00 p.m. ~ ? Vermontville: Opera House State Revenue Based on MVS Count (1.496 students 1 $0 $7,426 $11,109,296 $164,560 Okemos $8,489 $12,699,544 $1,754,806 East Lansing $8,621 $12,897,016 $1,952,280 Waverly $9,148 $13,685,408 $2,740,672 Southfield $11,448 $17,126,208 Birmingham | Bloomfield $12,366 $18,499,536 $6,181,472 $7,554,800 | $12,443 $18,614,728 $7,689,992 > Just in time to work on holiday projects, Putnam District Library in Nashville is hosting its first UFO day on Saturday, Nov., 22. UFO Day, in this case, will give people space and time to work on completing their UnFinished Objects. Anyone who has started a craft project that they haven't been able to finish or need to start some for the holidays, this day is for them. The library will open at 9 a.m. for regular library business as Go Out of Your Way to Get Farm-Fresh well as UFO-ers. The library will formally close at noon as usual but the building will remain open until 3 p.m. for crafters. Bring a bag lunch and come for the whole day and make some new friends. For more information, contact the library at 517-852-9723. Putnam District Library's Where Every Meal is a Banquet!" MOO-Ville MILK Meet and enjoy a favorite ice cream cone today in our smoke-free environment. Warm by the fire for a great hot cocoa opped with real whip cream. $0 Putnam Library sets UFO Day NOW ACCEPTING CREDIT CARDS How Easy Can It Get?! Surplus Funding j Grand Ledge 517-852-9003 LMPORIVE-THRU State Rep. Rick Jones (Eaton County) N1090 House Office Building, PO Box 30014, Lansing, MI 48909-7514 Phone: 517-373-0853; Fax: 517-373-6589 E-ma l rickjones@house.mi.gov $10,944,736 5875 S. M-66 Hwy., Nashville Many have said we have the Best Chocolate Milk... available in 1/2 gallons now too. State Rep. Brian Calley (Barry County) N1191 House Office Building, PO Box30014, Lansing, MI 48909-7514 Phone: 517-373-0842; Fax: 517-373-6979 E - m a i 1 briancalley@house.mi.gov $10,944,736 Winter Hours Nov. 1st Mon. • Thurs 9am-7pm • Fri. & Sat. 9am-9pm Never Open Sundays Creamline is still a favorite. State Sen. Patricia L. Birkholz 805 Famum Building, Lansing, MI 48909 Phone: 517-373-3447; Fax: 517-373-5849 E-mail: SenPBirkholz@senate.michi gan.gov $7,316 lejandro ... as he retires from 45.6 years of loyalty and dedication to his employment at General Motors. 2008-09 State Aid Per Pupil So, with the current restriction on what we can do locally, even ifwe wanted to, and the inequitable redistrib­ ution of our tax dollars, our legislators need to hear from us and demand a change in how our schools are funded. If we sit back and do not contact them, things will stay the same which means they will get worse. You may contact your legislators in the following ways: $7,316 Alex ViHaneuva Here is where I disagree with Kate. It is not distrib­ uted equally. It is distributed unequally. According to a listing found on the Michigan Department of Education Web site of schools in the state and their per-pupil foundation grants, the following schools received these amounts and what it would mean to the Valley, annually, if we were treated equally: Kate goes on to say, "For rural school districts in sparsely populated areas, the per-pupil distribution is viewed as unfair and puni­ tive. Some districts, such as River Valley Public Schools in southwestern Michigan, range a sprawling 95 square miles to scoop up fewer than 900 youngsters who live in nine different communities. “Just three school building serve the district, a fleet of school buses, all running on costly gasoline, is required to navigate the dark and often narrow back roads to ensure that student get to school on time every day. “With gasoline prices sky­ rocketing some 60 percent in the past year, state-mandated local ‘contributions’ to pub­ lic employee insurance and pensions plans, and the host of costly new standards and testing preparations needed to satisfy state and federal regulators, district officials point out that the state school aid payment is woefully inadequate to meet the needs of most small school dis­ tricts." | Charlotte j '7*^* *^* If parents want to pay additional taxes to broaden the local curriculum, pay their teachers more or add enrichment classes, the Michigan Constitution says they may not do so. To add insult to injury, that 6-mill state education tax (SET) isn’t captured in the local district - it’s sent to the state for bundling with other districts’ taxes, then redistributed equally to all Michigan public school dis­ tricts on a per-pupil basis. whole, TtadUiaKdE Tltankaqiiiiiid Day tiinm -MENU­ Salad Bar •Turkey* Dressing •Ham* Roast Beef* Real Mashed ' Potatoes’Gravy‘Squash* Green Beans* Sweet Fbtatoes* Dessert & regular library hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday and Wednesday; 3 to 8 p.m. Tuesday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday; and 9 a.m. to noon Saturday. Visit the library online at www.putnamlibrary.blogspot.com. Dowling church offering recovery support group Country Chapel United Methodist Church offers “Christ’s Plan for Recovery,” or CPR, and welcomes those looking for support in recov­ ery from addictive or self­ destructive behavior. Meetings are held at Country Chapel UMC, 9275 S. 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The students spent three weeks preparing for the interviews using their com­ puter skills not only to create cover letters and resumes but to create pro­ fessional blog spots and practice interviewing. Colizzi said that Maple Valley High School Principal Todd Gonser approved the purchase and downloading of a software program called “Perfect Interview.” “It’s a Web-based video program where the students watch a video ofpeople ask­ ing typical questions they could expect in an inter­ view, and the students respond in a typewritten for­ mat,” explained Colizzi. “There is also a coach avail­ able to answer questions, and then the program shows what a perfect response to the question would be. It was great because it was a program the students could also use at home.” In addition, Colizzi arranged for series of speak- Maple Valley High School students participated in a mock interview with Brandi Houghton, a career service coordinator for Davenport University. ers to visit the classroom to give students, “a real-world perspective,” offering tips on preparing resumes and interviewing, including grooming tips. “We even had a stylist come in and perform four professional haircuts and talk to students about their appearance,” said Colizzi. “We also spent an entire day practicing interviewing with the students practicing by interviewing each other.” Colizzi, who has organ­ ized five mock interviews since joining the staff at Maple Valley High School, did her best to not only pair students up with an inter­ viewer representing a field they were interested in pur­ suing but also with someone with whom the student was not acquainted so it would be more like a real-life BARRY CO. EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS Nov. 17 Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church. Noy. 18 Farm Bill Update Meeting, 6:30-9 p.m., MainStreet Savings Bank Community Room. Nov. 18 Farm Bill Update Meeting, 6:30-9 p.m., Mainstreet Savings Bank Community Room. Nov. 19 4-H Council Meeting, 7 p.m., Courts & Law Building. Nov. 20 Teen Leadership Action Plan Workshop - 1st class, 6-9 p.m., KCC Hastings Location. Nov. 24-26 Extension Office will be closed during lunch. Nov. 24 Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Nov. 25 Non-Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Nov. 27-28 County Buildings Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday. Nov. 28 Beef Weigh In for Rate of Gain, 9-11 a.m. Dec. 6 4-H Felting Day, Suzanne Pufpaff's Fibermill. Dec. 8 Teen Leadership Action Plan Workshop- 2nd class, 6-9 p.m., KCC Hastings Location. interview where an appli­ cant seldom knows the per­ son interviewing them. Each interview was scheduled to last 45 min­ utes; approximately 30 min­ utes for the actual interview and then 10 to 15 minutes for the students to ask ques­ tions and get feedback from their interviewer. Maple Valley junior Jennifer Kent, who said she plans on studying account­ ing after graduation, said that she feels the experience was very beneficial. “I had never interviewed for a job before, and I inter­ viewed with Ralph Hansen, from accounting at the Eaton Intermediate School District,” she said. “In class, during the last three weeks, we went over typical inter­ view questions and Ms. Colizzi provided a lot of useful information. When we started the first day in class, I thought this was going to be tough, but I found that if you stay on schedule it’s really fun and a good experience.” Kent said her interview went well. “He was very profession­ al but also very personable,” she said of Hansen. “He gave me a lot of feedback and advice on what to do, and I plan to use it to my advantage when I have a real interview.” Hansen also gave Kent advice on what to do if she were ever, “on the other side of the table,” and was the interviewer instead of the interviewee. “He gave me tips about how to make the other per­ son feel comfortable and that they were wanted, little things like offering them a glass of water,” said Kent. Tanning Specials One Day Only! N O VV O E w Besides looking great, tanning can help you feel great! 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I’ve talked to some of the kids outside of school and they are very excited about this,” he said, adding, “The kids I have seen are very impressive and are obvious­ ly very well prepared.” Eaton said that while she has participated in a mock interview in another district, this was her first for Maple Valley. “This is really very pro­ fessional and I am very impressed with how well prepared the students are to answer questions,” she said. “Their preparation for the interviews is impressive. This will definitely benefit them in the future; it is a good learning experience for them. They are learning how to make their applica­ tion stand out, and in this economy that is important.” Boutique, LLC Walk-in’S and Appointments Welcome! 930 Fourth Avenue Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 616-374-0035 06680449 Colizzi said she appreci­ ates Dean and Debbie Monroe, owners of Mulberry Gardens, for host­ ing event and all the busi­ ness people who took time out oftheir schedules to par­ ticipate in the mock inter­ views. In addition to Eaton, Eddy, Hansen and Rhode, the following people con­ ducted mock interviews: Farm Bureau Insurance agent Jonathan Denton, Eaton County Circuit Court Jury Administrator Karen Newman, HP Global Training Manager Sarah Carpenter, Eaton County Central Dispatch assistant Director April Heinze, Baron Tons Accounting CPA April Wagner, Davenport University Career Services Coordinator Brandi Houghton, Davenport University Executive Director of Career Services Shelley Lowe, Vermontville Village Council President Doug Kelsey, and Karen Gonser, director for an Eaton County Youth facili­ ty- ose £AQissage ffherayv SPECIAL: SAVE $3O.Ool Purchase all (4) Massage Gift Certificates at once between 11/15/08 -12/31/08 • (4) 30 min. = 850.00 (Regular (1) 30 mln. = 820.00) AU Certificates expire 3/20/09 ■ / Come to Nashville Chiropractic Center 307 N. 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Caledonia, MI 49316 269-945-3888 616-891-2001 hot Hours: M.-F. 10-8 Sat. 10-4 Sun. 1-5 Senior Josh Gauss also thought the mock inter­ views were a positive expe­ rience. “I interviewed with Christine Eaton from Kelly Services for ajob as a scien­ tific technician,” said Gauss, who said he hopes to pursue a career as a nuclear technician. “It definitely helped to learn how to pre­ pare a resume and rehearse answers to all the questions Ms. Colizzi gave us like, ‘What qualifies you for this position?’ and, ‘Where do you see yourself in five years?’ Because we prac­ ticed them, I definitely did­ n’t have to think about my answers, they flowed a lot easier.” Gauss sad that unlike Kent, he has had an actual job interview before but said that he learned a lot through the mock interview process that he would take to his next interview. “I learned its important to make a lot more eye contact and how important physical gestures are; plus I learned how to create a resume and fill out an application,” he said as an example. Det. Sgt. David Eddy from the Michigan State Police said the students he interviewed were obviously well prepared and added, “I think this a great opportuni­ ty for the students to sit down in a no-pressure set­ ting and get an idea of what the actual interview process might be like, what kind of questions might be asked, what a resume should look like and what interviewers are looking for. “I think its great that the school district is giving the students this opportunity, and its also a great opportu­ nity for people from the community to get involved 124 S. Cochran Charlotte, MI 48813 800-307-8897 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, November 15, 2008 — Page 6 Special events planned at Vermontville Township Library Maryann Bell— Vermontville Moviegoers may bring lawn Light by Terri Blackstock, by Robin Jones Gunn. The Adult nonfiction by Lori Wick, NASHVILLE Mrs. Township Library will hold a chairs, bean bags or pillows Jessie Things I Learned from Maryann Bell, age 67, of silent auction for a Dell desk-to make themselves more Sisterchicks Go Brit by during the Robin Jones Gunn, The Knitting Whether I Wanted Nashville went to be with her top computer that is no comfortable Longing by Beverly Lewis, to or Not by Stephanie Pearl- Lord Saturday, November 8, longer being used. movie. The following items are By The Sword by F. Paul McPhee, The Last Lecture by 2008 at her Maple Grove Specifications for the comWilson, Sinner by Ted Randy Pausch, Dewey by home with her beloved husputer are available at the new at the library: Dekker, A Christmas Grace Vicki Myron, Pretty Little band Fred at her side. DVDs library, where the computer Shrek the Halls, Get by Anne Perry, ’Tis the Potholders by Valerie Van Maryann was bom in is on display. The auction begins immediately and will Smart, Kung Fu Panda, Season By Loma Landvik, Arsdale Shrader, The Amish Hastings, on August 6, 1941, end at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. Indiana Jones and the Leaving Whiskey Bend by Cook at Home by Lovina the daughter of Marvin F. Kingdom of the Crystal Dorothy Garlock, A Good Eicher, Influence by Ashley and Mary A. (Hawkins) 2. and and Mary-Kate Edwards. Mary-Kate Edwards. She She was was raised raised inin Friday, Nov. 21, the Skull, The Incredible Hulk, Woman by Danielle Steel, Olsen library will host a WiiDay. The Strangers, Journey to the The Christmas Kite by Gail Olsen, Real Life by Dr. Phil the Hastings area and attendEarth, Martin, Whirlwind by Cathy McGraw, Dictionary of ed school there graduating of the There is no school on this Center date, and library patrons are TinkerBell, Kit Kittredge an Hake,, Confessions of a Medical Terms, Autumn from Hastings High School Counterfeit Farm Girl by Gatherings by Rick Rodgers.in 1960. invited to try their hand at American Girl. Junior and easy fiction Susan McCorkindale, Little Guitar Hero and other Wii Audio collection Maryann was the wife of Heat Lightning by John Face by Sophie Hannah, Look I can Tie My Shoes Mr. Fred Bell; the couple games. Time limits will be Badge of Honor by Carol By Susan Hood, Tie Your was married on May 23, used to ensure everyone has Sandford. Steward, Face of Deceit by Shoes Bunny Ears by Leslie 1961. They began their life an opportunity to use the Adult fiction Gone, Baby, Gone by Ramona Richards, Final Bockol, How I Became a together in the Hastings area equipment. Santa will make his annual Dennis Lehane, Return to Deposit by Lisa Harris, Pirate by Melinda Long, then moved to the Nashville by Jude Unexpected Love by Tracy Dooby Dooby Moo by area where they ran a dairy visit to the Vermontville Summerhouse Township Library at 5 p.m. Deveraux, There’s a (slight) Peterson, Where the Heart Doreen Cronin, Click Clack farm together for several Friday, Dec. 5, for An Old- Chance I Might be Going to Leads by Kim Sawyer, Moo Cows That Type by years. In 1979 Maryann and Fashioned Christmas. Crafts, Hell by Laurie Notaro, His Sunset by Karen Kingsbury, Doreen Cronin, Pirates Don’t Fred moved to their current recipes and stories from days Holiday Heart by Jillian Christmas Cookie Killer by Change Diapers by Melina home in Maple Grove A Long, Melvin Might by Jon Township. Washbum, gone by will be shared. After Hart, A Texas Thanksgiving Livia the visit with Santa, families by Margaret Daley, Family Christmas Passage by David Scieszka, The Maze ofBoness Maryann Maryann was was aa devoted devoted by are invited to wander upstairs Treasures Kathryn Saperstein, Fly Away Home The 39 Clues by Rick wife and a wonderful mother for a holiday film. "A Springer, A Merry Little by Vanessa Del Fabbro, One Riordan, Eve of the Emperor to her five children and a Christmas Story" tells of the Christmas by Catherine Perfect Day by Lauraine Penguin by Mary Pope mother figure to many others epically materialistic journey Palmer and Jillian Hart, Snelling, Dark Summer by Osborne, Diary of a Wimpy with her caring and loving by Fem Iris Johansen, Testimony by Kid by Jeff Kinney, There ways. Maryann also loved to Bells ofRalphie (Peter Billingsley) Silver as he searches for the golden Michaels, Della’s Crossing Anitaa Shreve, Shreve, Extreme Extreme Was Was aaWee Wee Woman Womanby by Erica Erica spend time with her family. red-blooded by V.C. Andrews, The Bright Measures by Vince Flynn, Silverman, IfYou Give a Cat One of their favorite family idol of all by Jonathana Cupcake American boys: A Red Rider Forever by Lee Martin, Bones by Laura activities was camping, espeAir Rifle. Sarah’s Key by Tatiana de Kellerman, The Gate House Numeroff, Tea for Ruby by cially spending .time in the DeMille,Sarah Ferguson, 1 is a Feast Baldwin area during the Nelson Popcorn and hot cocoa Rosnay, Sarah’s Quilt by by available. Nancy E. Turner, Dawn’sEngaging Father Christmas for Mouse A Thansgiving spring looking for mushwill be Tale by Judy Cox, Big rooms. Words for Little People by Maryann's faith in Jesus Jamie Lee Curtis, Curious Christ radiated in het daily George Makes Pancakes by life. Maryann and Fred Margret and H.A. Rey, I attended Vermontville Bible See Santa Everywhere by Church for over 20 years Glenn McCoy. until 2000 when they felt Junior and easy nonfiction called to the Abundant Life Kids in the Holiday Fellowship Ministries. Over Kitchen by Jessica Strand the years Maryann has been and Tammy Massman- involved in several faith­ Johnson. building activities from Young-adult fiction teaching Sunday School Nick and Norah’s Infinite class, to leading congregaPlaylist by Rachel Cohn and tional worship services. Her David Levithan; The Perks Christ based passion howev­ of Being a Wallflower by er was missionary support. Stephen Chbosky; Nov 22, Along with her husband, the 1963, by Adam Braver. couple has supported numer­ nesses. She worked side by side with her husband Fred when they owned and operat­ ed their dairy farm, and served as the bookkeeper for Bell Machine and Repair, which she and Fred have operated for over 15 years together. Her home reflected her love of Jesus, her family, children and animals. Maryann is survived by her beloved husband of over 47 years, Fred; four daughters, Kimberley Bell, Pamela (Edward) Huss, Valerie Seyller, Teresa (Joe) Huebner and one son, Paul (Amy) Bell; nine grandchildren and four great grand­ children. She is also survived by her mother, Mary Edwards and two sisters, Evelyn McWilliams and Barbara Westbrook. She was preceded in death by her father, Marvin F. Edwards and a granddaugh­ ter, Mary Beth who passed away in August 1991. Funeral services were held at the Daniels Funeral Home, in Nashville, on Thursday, November 13, 2008 with Dr. David MacDonald of Abundant Life Fellowship Ministries officiating. Interment took place immedi­ ately following the funeral service at Wilcox Cemetery Nashville. The family has requested ous mission- based projects memorial contributions be all oyer the world to help given to the Missionary of spread the gospel message. the donor's choice, or the Mary Ann was an avid American Cancer Society. reader who read hundreds of Funeral Arrangements books, mainly books of faith. have been entrusted to the She was also an active Daniels Funeral Home in partner in the family busi- Nashville. QUESTIONS ABOUT MEDICARE PART D? SEARCHING Reach over 4,000 area homes with an ad in the Maple Valley News. Call 269-945-9554 to place your ad. FOR LOWER CO-PAYS & LOWER PREMIUMS? YOU have choices... WE have options. Financial Services Professional Kay Goodemoof will be back at Maple Valley Pharmacy for the 4th year in a row to offer no-pressure guidance in choosing a healthcare plan. If you're looking for a healthcare plan, let Kay help you narrow the search, explain your options, and find the coverage that works best for you and your budget. Kay will be at MVP every Tuesday from 9 am -1 pm starting November 18 through December 30. Call MVP to set up an appointment for this FREE service! 8 3 to Staple Valley ■pharmacy store hours • Mon-Fri 9-6 • Sett 9-1 219 N. Main • Nashville 517.852.0845 toll free 877.852.2601 • www.maplevalleyrx.coni �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, November 15,2008 — Page 7 NEWEST CITIZEN ANNOUNCED GIRL, Meredith Avery, bom Oct. 23,2008 at 12:05 a.m. at Flowers Hospital in Dotham, Alabama, to Eric and Janette (Jennings) Ansorge of Enterprise, Alabama (sta­ Rucker). tioned at Ft. Weighing 7 lbs. 13 ozs. and measuring 20 1/4 inches long. Putnam seeks tree decorating entries With hopes of starting a new tradition in Maple Valley, Putnam District Library is planning a festival of trees to brighten the holiday season. The library is inviting local businesses and organizations to decorate tabletop Christmas trees for dis­ play throughout the sea­ son. Groups are encour­ aged to decorate with a theme that relates to the way they contribute to the Maple Valley com- HOMETOWN Helping Others Fulfill Their Dreams LUMBER & HARDWARE 219 S. State St., Nashville, MI One ofthe best things that we can do for ourselves on a daily basis is Io think about oil IM we have Io be thankful lor. As o spiritual exercise, gralitude is a powerful tool forkeeping us in a positive tror™ nfmiivl nnr< *nlcn hon°fit ofmaking us more aware ol helped us. Where would we be ofourfamilies, friends, teacher many have helped us get aha impossible to recognize and pc ofgratitude. Why M'pay ilia next generation? Many young/ dire need ol coring parents, tec coaches and mentors. Think ai howyou might be able Io help someone reach lheirdreams. 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Main Nashville (517) 852-9700 HOURS: Open 7 Days 6am to 8pm Nashville’s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! □ WOLEVER’S Real Estate A special evening at the library is planned for the Saturday follow­ ing Thanksgiving. At 8 p.m. Nov. 29, the library will welcome families to attend the Lighting of the Trees. Another evening event t IT 135 Washington P.O. Box 95 Vermontville, MI Res. 49096-0095 (517) 726-0637 0 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: .11 a.m. A.M. Worship ......... .6 p.m. Evening Worship ... Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting........................ 7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) 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 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 Evening Worship.............................. 6 Wednesday Family Night Service .......... 6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 CHUCKWAGON te (IV 3 HAPPY TRAILS... THE GARDNERS: SHIRLEY AND RICHARD ©Ml sPfct, <7TI y A <rn y Low-priced prescriptions, great coffee & relaxing massage. We'll help you feel better! Maple Valley ■pharmacy- regular hours • Mon-Fri 9-6 • Sat 9-1 219 N. Main • Nashville 517.852.0845 • toll free 877.852.2601 - fax 517.852.0461 www.maplevalleyrx.eom t/tebea n counter MVP massage therapy HELP SUPPORT OUR LOCAL CHURCHES ADVERTISE IN THIS SPACE! Call 945-9554 -Les Brown- Ask for our Sales Dept. FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG Wed. 5:30 p.m.................. Family Supper 6:00-7:15........................... Pioneer Club Sun: 9:00................................... Sunday 10: 00 Church 11: 00..................................... Fellowship GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH CHURCH OF THE HAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School................... 9:45 a.m. w 202 N. Main St., Nashville, MI 49073 Sun.-Thurs. 6 am-2 pm; Fri. 8f Sat. 6 am-8 pm 517-852-2500 ft 'Help others achieve their dreams and you will achieve yours. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT GRACE WORLD OUTREACH CENTER fl A Elsie E. Wolver Broker for families will be held 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 9, when Santa vis­ its. To participate, or for more information about events at the library, please stop in or call 517-852-9723. 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 PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. . . PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School 10:50 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Services .9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages .. .10:30 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road ool (1/2 mile East ofM-66, vice 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 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 corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School............... 11:15 a.m. PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN 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.................. 8:30 a.m Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors QUIMBY METHODIST CHURCH .UNITED .. 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 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 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 .. .6:30 p.m. AWANA................ 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday 06652379 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, November 15, 2008 — Page 8 Maple Valley students adopt a soldier Every year, Maple Valley Jr. High business teacher Tonja Myers likes to include a service project in the lesson plan for all of her students. This year, in an effort to improve stu­ dents’ writing abilities, Myers decided to adopt a soldier in Iraq and have her students write letters to the soldier and send a care package. Students were assigned Crystal Lamb, who was deployed to Iraq earlier this year after being a member of the Air Force Reserves in her home state of Massachusetts. After a brief introduction through e-mail, Lamb informed students that she was a sin­ gle mother who is current­ ly separated from her 7year-old son, Alton. The students decided to take their generosity one step further and write letters and send a care package to Alton, as well. Myers rallied the sup­ port of the entire school, and she said several staff members and students generously donated money and items for the care packages. “The students wrote thoughtful letters and felt very good about what they were doing,” said Myers. “They look forward to receiving a written response from Crystal about her experiences in Iraq.” Maple Valley grad completes doctorate Students Al.ivia Johncock, McKaily Bodenmuller, Timara Burd, McKenzye Corwin and Drew Johnson proud­ ly display some of the care package items being packed and shipped to Iraq and Massachusetts. Thornapple Manor is now accepting applications for our Dietary department; Certified Nursing Aides (2nd and 3rd shift); and a Custodial position. We offer excellent wages, benefits and working conditions. Applications can be complet­ ed Monday through Friday, 8:00 am 4:00 pm in our business office. Thornapple ( Country Kettle Cafe Nashville's Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! Kathryn Ph.D., works in Johns Hopkins School of Institute of Medicine. Solid waste committee to meet Friday MANOR 2700 Nashville Road Hastings, MI 49058 NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. EOE Jack & Judy’s Kathryn “Katie” McDougal, Ph.D., com­ pleted the requirements for a doctorate in human genetics from the Johns Hopkins University School . of Medicine, Institute Genetic of Medicine, in Baltimore, Md., Oct. 17. Her doctoral disserta­ tion, entitled "Genetic Modifiers of Inflammation in Pulmonary Disease," was 8 S § 113 N. Main Nashville 517-852-9700 Hours: Open 7 Days 6AM-8PM We will be open Thanksgiving DAY from The next monthly meeting of the Barry County Solid Waste Oversight Committee has been scheduled for Friday, Nov. 21, at 1:30 p.m. The meeting will be held in the north confer­ ence room at the Hastings office of the Barry-Eaton District Health Department located at 330 W. Woodlawn Ave., Hastings. 6 AM to 3PM Make plans now to have your dinner with us. Call 269-945-9554 anytimefor Maple Valley News Action-ads! New Hours Starting Wednesday, December 3, 2008 Mon., Tue., Thur. & Fri. 8:00 - 1:00 and 2:00 - 5:00 Wednesday 10:00 - 3:00 and 4:00 - 7:00 Pennock Nashville Family Medicine 750 Durkee St. Nashville, MI 517-852-2133 । Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Hearty Menu Monday, Nov. 17 Chicken, broccoli and cheese casserole, carrots, applesauce , dinner roll. Tuesday, Nov. 18 Mexican fajita, sour cream, refried beans with cheese, com, apple juice, tortilla. Wednesday, Nov. 19 Chili, winter blend vegetables, peach cobbler, com muffin. Thursday, Nov. 20 Hawaiian meatballs; rice, cauliflower, diced beets, apple. Friday, Nov. 21 Chicken parmesan with mozzarella cheese, noodles, Brussels sprouts, diced pears. Cold Menu Monday, Nov. 17 Chicken pasta salad, Spanish bean salad, apricots. Tuesday, Nov. 18 Hard boiled eggs, com and tomato salad, plums, saltine crackers. Wednesday, Nov. 19 Tuna and pasta salad, marinated carrots, diced peaches, gra­ ham crackers. Thursday, Nov. 20 Chef salad, black bean and tomato salad, mandarin oranges, whole wheat crackers. Friday, Nov. 21 Cheese cubes, broccoli raisin salad, pineapple tidbits, whole wheat crackers. Activities Calendar Monday, Nov. 17: Hast-ings - Crafts/music 10:30 a.m.; Tai Chi 1 p.m.; Music with Sam; Card Making 12:30 p.m. Delton - Nashville 5. H,W,N - Reminiscence. Tuesday, Nov. 18: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Tendercare 11 a.m. GL - 10:30-12:30 Cards Wednesday, Nov. 19: Hastings - Music with Sam; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m.; Nails; Bible Study 12:30 p.m. Cornwell’s Trip sign up required. Delton - Reminiscence. Thursday, Nov.20: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with the Lewis’; Beading 5 p.m. Cancer Support 1 p.m.; Caregiver’s Sup. 3:30 p.m. Delton-Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville Tendercare 11:30 a.m.. Friday, Nov. 21: Hastings - Exercise 9 a.m.; Mixed Media Painting 9:30 a.m.; Model Railroad 12 p.m. Woodland Visiting Friendship Feast. McDougal, the lab at University Medicine, Genetic presented to the Johns Hopkins community on that date. McDougal, a 1996 graduate of Maple Valley High School received a bachelor of science degree in bio­ chemistry from Alma College in 2000. McDougal is staying on at Hopkins as a research associate to fin­ ish a project investigat­ ing genetic variation in pro-inflammatory cytokines as modifiers of cystic fibrosis infection and lung function. She also is planning to pursue post-doctoral study in human genetics of complex traits and dis­ ease and is currently looking for a post-doctor­ ate position. GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 269-945-9554 to start getting al! the news ofBarry County. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, November 15,2008 — Page 9 Vietnam veteran visits Fuller iEXPRESS i Street Elementary third gradersNASHVILLE!ER ! 24 HOURS OPEN: 7 DAYS A WEEK Former U.S. Marine Sgt. Tom Billings, husband of Fuller Street Elementary third grade teacher Amy Billings, visited with and spoke to third graders about the time he spent serving in Vietnam. 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Tom and Amy Billings pose for a photo. $1 99 Wish-Upon-a-Star tree returns to Nashville Each year, Nashville's, Wish-Upon-a-Star program makes Christmas a little brighter for area children and families in need, and this year will be no exception. Saturday, Nov. 22, the WishUpon-a-Star tree will return to the lobby of Hastings City Bank in Nashville. Each star on the tree repre­ sents a Christmas wish of a child in need. Those who WISH, continued page 16 ■^^‘r Hip’®* 3 LBS. Chiropractic Can Help... Neck and back pain, headaches, numbness and more! Nashville Chiropractic Center Dr. Mike Callton, D.C. Michigan State University National College of Chiropractic If you have questions or would like to make an appointment call: 517-852-2070 We are a Blue Cross, Medicare and Medicaid provider Most insurances accepted Hastings TOPS 338 The meeting of Nov. 8 was called to order by Sharon. Twenty-nine members answered the roll call, including five KOPS maintaining and two turtles. Janine was best loser for the week. Janine won the pledge also the holiday fines. Mary Jane is ahead on the afghan. Helen L. won the jackpot; eight names are in pencil on the square game. Two are left on the apron. Jeanie took the fruit basket home, and sugar is the no-no food for this week. Charlene, Dottie and Marian are KOPS for the month. Patty gave the weight report for October, Tammy was best loser with eight week loss. The walking program is going well, with 2,097 miles logged since Aug. 2, with Sharon, Bonnie and Sharon leading. Tammy gave the program, ‘Who do you talk too when you are feeling down?” Members are reminded to call and encour­ age at least one person this week. The meeting closed with the TOPS pledge. Visitors are welcome. For more information, call Sharon at 269-948-9558. The group meets on Thursday mornings. Weigh-in from 8:45 to 9:45 a.m. The meeting is from 10 to 11 at the First Methodist Church on Green Street, Hastings. 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The man of hour at Thursday night’s fes­ tivities was long-time Web site, hotline provide current road conditions The Michigan State Police (MSP) is reminding motorists to check the MSP Winter Travel Advisory before heading out on the roads. The MSP Winter Travel Advisory is available at www.michigan.gov/roadconditions or by calling 1­ 800-381-8477. The Winter Travel Advisory provides road con­ ditions for the state’s free­ ways and trunk lines based on reports from public safety personnel working through­ out Michigan. These roads are the first to be cleared dur­ ing winter weather. Road conditions for rural and county roads are not avail­ able, however it is unusual for conditions on these roads to be better than those listed for area freeways. The MSP Winter Travel Advisory is updated at least twice a day from information provided by law enforcement and public safety personnel working throughout Michigan.The advisory is posted online from November to March each year. Motorists are asked to uti­ lize the Web site or the trav­ el hotline rather than calling 911 or their local new enforcement agency for road condition information, since these types of calls can ham­ per critical emergency com­ munications. As a reminder, driving too fast for road conditions is the No. 1 cause oftraffic crashes during the winter season. The MSP encourages travel­ ers to check the Winter Travel Advisory Web site for information and use their own best judgment when traveling this winter. If weather conditions appear too severe for travel, they most likely are. WANTED HOMES THAT NEED ROOFING Be one of the first homeowners in Vermontville and the surrounding areas to showcase the look of our NEW Erie Metal Roofing System. Call now and it will definitely be worth your while! This is the last roof you will ever need. An Erie Metal Roof will keep your home cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter. Call today to see if you qualify. 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Laverty completed Sampson’s term and was elected to the post in 1992. “It was the first time I held a public office but at that time I had worked for the state for 15 years, and I thought I’d like to see it from the other side ofthe table, so I applied for the post and was appointed,” said Laverty. As a project manager for the State of Michigan, Laverty managed 18 public transit properties in seven counties in southwest Michigan until his retirement in 2002. In that position he “served as go-between for the state and the counties and helped with state and federal grants. Laverty said the highlights of his tenure as supervisor included renovation of the opera house and the estab­ lishment of the Vermontville Township Fire and Ambulance Board. “Right after I came on board we got a grant to reha­ bilitate the opera house which was much unusable at that point,” said? Laverty. “We emptied it out, sanded and varnished the floors, had the walls insulated and dry­ walled, put in new lighting and bought new curtains for the stage and windows. That was my first big job to over­ see as supervisor.” Laverty also helped the township obtain a second grant, which was used to purchase air conditioning and furnaces for the historic building. “There were a lot of little things over the years, but I also helped establish a fire and ambulance board for the township to help provide guidance to the depart­ ments,” said Laverty. “We also hired Tim James as a trainer. He is very sharp on always on top of regulations and new things. He’s still on our fire and ambulance board, but he now works full-time as the assistant fire chief in Lansing.” Laverty said 19 years might sound like a long time but it has gone by very fast. “It’s hard to believe how much time has gone by, you just get caught up doing the little things that need to be done year after year. There’s a lot of repetition,” he said. “And, with revenues decreasing steadily every year, it’s become harder to do more than maintain the status quo. Despite all the cuts, our township is still in decent shape, road-wise.” Laverty, who was bom in Boston, grew up in Monroe County and spent four years in the Army in Germany. After his tour of duty ended, he and his wife moved to Vermontville. “When I got out of the Army, we came back to the Lansing area and lived there for a while,” said Laverty. “My wife and I both came from fanning communities and we found an 80-acre farm and here we are.” The Lavertys have three grown children and seven grandchildren. Over the years, they raised black angus cattle and Suffolk sheep, com, beans and hay. “When all the kids left home we got rid of all our livestock and were down to a CPAC receives grant for Arts for Youth program The Charlotte Performing Arts Center has received two grants totaling $1,910 from the Eaton County Community Foundation to help fund its newly developed Arts for Youth program. A subsidiary of the Capital Region Community Foundation, the Eaton County Community Foundation was established to benefit Eaton County youths, family service, education, com- THE TRAFFIC SCEN^ A Name That You Can Trust Located at the Intersection of M-43 & M-50 few cats, but when the grandchildren came along, so did more horses, sheep and cows,” said Laverty. “My wife is going to retire in a few years, and we really enjoy the farming even if it can be quite a challenge sometimes.” After the potluck dinner, Laverty’s successor Jack Owens gave the highlights of Laverty’s career as township supervisor and thanked him for his years of service to the community not only as an elected official but also as a member of the Vermontville Lions Club and as a 4-H leader. “I figured that over the past 19 years Russ has attended 228 regular month­ ly meetings of the township board, 220 fire and ambu­ lance board meetings, 95 board of review meetings, not to mention any special meetings,” said Owens. “Plus, both he and Bonnie were 4-H leaders and Russ was a member of the Lions Club — that’s a lot of meetings and an incredible amount of time. “I hope I have as much patience and durability as Russ has had for the past 15 years,” he concluded. Laverty said that he want­ ed to thank everyone who supported him in his role as supervisor for the past 19 years and those who arranged Thursday night’s potluck. After Laverty was recog­ nized, the newly elected township and village offi­ cials were introduced and sworn in to their posts. (OBB WELL DRILLING (REPAIR • • • • 7 Day Service Pumps Installed & Repaired Service On Submersible Pumps 2” - 5” Well Drilling and Repair 30 Years Experience Estimates Available 517-726-0377 356 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Richard Cobb munity, welfare, art and culture, icontact the box office at517- David Cobb Ml Lie, fl 748 The Arts for Youth program :541-5690. was created to bring live, pro­ 06680267 Dependable, fessional children's theater to p Lockouts damage-free the performing arts center for • Tire Service daytime performances. 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PLEASE CALL (269)962-2015 * * fa 4) , • ^biHtei ®s jubi •* totamnj* mnj • W» ntfcn^ K During its first regular meet­ ing for November, the Nashville Village Council dis­ cussed turning village zoning and enforcement over to Barry County. Village Zoning Administrator and Planning Board member Ron Bracy introduced the discussion. “At our last planning com­ mission meeting in October, four out of seven didn’t vote for it but three out of five did. The planning commission has­ n’t been able to make a deci­ sion on it yet,” said Bracy, who noted that it has been difficult for the village to maintain a full, seven-member planning commission board. Bracy said that he was one of the planning commission members who voted in favor of turning zoning over to the county. He said it would be cheaper for the village because it wouldn’t have the added expense of updating a master plan and paying a zoning administrator to enforce local zoning ordinances. He also noted that the county zoning ordinances have a little more leeway regarding structures that were built before current ordinances on setbacks were enacted. Bracy said the only disad­ vantage to turning zoning over ^|| u"liii^A ok wasted ■ na smitftm to it to the county would be the loss of local control. Village resident Orvin Moore said that one of the goals of turning zoning over to the county would be more uni­ form ordinance enforcement. Village Council President Pro-tem Mike Kenyon, who was filling in for absent President Frank Dunham, said he would like to speak with Barry County Zoning Administrator Jim McManus before a decision was made. Kenyon suggested McManus appear at an upcoming village council meeting to answer questions about how the coun­ ty would handle local zoning if it were indeed turned over to the county. “Usually I’m in favor of keeping control local, and ordi­ nance enforcement is not that expensive. 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Our quarterly pay­ ment will be lower, but we won’t get off scot-free.” “Why won’t we get off scotfree?” asked Trustee Jack Holden. “Because a lot of people don’t pay their taxes on time,” explained Coll. In other business the village council: • Swore in re-elected trustee Jack Holden and write-in trustee candidate Sandra Lundquist who was appointed to her post earlier this year, and Laurie Austof, who was re­ appointed to the trustee seat she had been appointed to fill earlier this year because she did not run as a write-in candi­ date. • Discussed the alleged right-of-way violation caused by trees on Sue Aiken’s proper­ ty and approved a motion to refer the village’s tree ordinance back to policy and ordinance Nashville Village Council Trustees Jack Holden, Laurie Austof and Sandra Lundquist are sworn in by Village Clerk Kathy Lentz. committee for possible revision. The policy and ordinance com­ mittee will meet at 6 p.m. Monday, Nov. 17. • Approved Dustin Lynd and Steven Lonaker as volunteers to help with projects around the village. • Approved a permit for a Christmas parade at 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13. The parade will start on Washington Street, proceed south on Main Street and end at the VFW Hall on Railroad Street. • Approved the renewal of a parking permit for Gale Chaffee. • Heard from Harold Phillips who complimented the Nashville Department of Public Works for its mainte­ nance of Putnam Park. He said that his son was married in the bandstand at the park in 1978, and when his son and his wife recently visited the park they were impressed with how nice it looked. • Heard a complaint from Tom Olsen regarding the new village policy which states that wood from trees removed from the village right of way would be donated to needy families in the area. Olsen contended that if a tree is removed from the right of way in front of a per­ son’s property, that person should be offered the wood first. Kenyon noted that policy and ordinance committee would be meeting on Monday night, and the policy would be discussed. • Noted that the next meet­ ing of the Nashville Village Council will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 25, due to the Thanksgiving holiday. Michigan 19th in nation in number of lung cancer deaths Georgena Bertalan of Michigan was never a smoker. She regularly went to the doctor to help keep her asthma in check and led a relatively healthy lifestyle. So when the 58-year-old mother ofthree went to the hospi­ tal in March 2007 she thought she was dealing with a bad case of bronchitis. However, when the doctors reviewed her X-rays, they delivered news that sent shock waves through the Bertalan fami­ lyGeorgena’s lungs were full of cancerous lesions. According to the American Lung Association, lung cancer is the No. 1 killer among cancers. It takes the life of far more people every year than breast, ovarian, uterine, colon and prostate can­ cers combined. And up to 87 per­ cent of all lung cancer is linked directly to smoking. Common symptoms include a persistent cough, sputum streaked with blood, chest pain and recurring pneumonia or bronchitis. “We didn’t understand and still don’t, to be honest,” Laura Bertalan said ofher mother’s diagnosis. “She made my sisters and I promise not to research lung cancer or its statis­ tics. She said she was willing to do anything and everything to fight it” Georgena began chemothera­ py right away and even donated her waist-long hair to an organi­ zation that creates free wigs for women who have lost their hair due to cancer treatment. She con­ tinued with treatment for the next three months until her death on June 21,2007. Nearly 60 percent of those who have lung cancer die within the first year of being diagnosed. Compared to the progress made against many other common can­ cers, the five-year survival rate for lung cancer is only 15 percent “To this day, we try to make others learn from our experience and do whatever we can for lung health,” said Laura, who is also the marketing director for the American Lung Association of Michigan. “The only way for me to turn this tragedy into a positive is to become a part of the fight against lung disease.” Currently, Michigan is rated 19th in the nation for number of lung cancer deaths in men and women, according to the Centers for Disease Control, and Prevention. And each year, more than 3,000 non-smokers in the United States die from lung can­ cer. “While an alarming number of lung cancer diagnoses are indi­ viduals who smoke, quite a few ofthem are from smoking or sec­ ond-hand smoke,” said Susan Schechter, director of advocacy for the American Lung Association of Michigan. Dr. Michael Simoff, assistant professor of medicine and direc­ tor ofbronchoscopy and interven­ tional pulmonology at Henry Ford Medical Center, said people need to band together when it comes to lung cancer. “Lung cancer has been swept under the rug for such a long time that most people do not realize the number of people dying from this disease daily,” he said. “Many cancers have rallying points, particularly breast cancer for women and prostate cancer for men. Despite the lack ofpub­ licity, lung cancer is still the No. 1 cancer killer of men and women. This is a point we truly need to rally around. The pres­ ence of lung cancer will not go away and is a topic that can no longer be ignored.” November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month and the American Lung Association of the Midland States is urging Michiganders to kick the addic­ tion or help a loved one quit Despite the otherwise grim statis­ tics, one bright page in lung can­ cer’s gloomy book is that it is such a preventable form of can­ cer. Here are five tips for those who want to reduce their chances of getting lung cancer. • Quit smoking - Now. Obviously never starting to smoke is the best way to lower lung cancer risk, but for those who already smoke, quitting is critical. Dr. Simoff said that smoking is the best way to avoid lung cancer. "The future of lung cancer can be avoided by stopping smoking today," he said. Lots ofresources are available for those who want to quit smok­ ing. Doctors can prescribe medi­ cines to help curb cravings and ease nicotine withdrawal. The American Lung Association has a free online self-help program,www.ffsonline.org, and a free Lung Help Line staffed by medical professionals trained to offer stop-smoking advice and counseling (1-800-548-8252). • Avoid second-hand smoke. Second-hand smoke — the smoke exhaled from a smoker, and the smoke coming from the end of a lit cigarette — contains more than 60 substances known to cause cancer. Numerous stud­ ies fink second-hand smoke to lung cancer in non-smokers. To reduce exposure to secondhand smoke, frequent smoke-free busi­ nesses and make sure homes and cars are smoke-free zones. • Eat more fruits and veggies. Turns out Mother was right. Fruits and vegetables are rich in vitamins, antioxidants and flavanoids that offer protection against all types of health risks. Recent research has found prom­ ising results in the ability of such substances to help repair dam­ aged cells and boost the body’s ability to heal and ward off ill­ ness, including lung cancer. • Test the home for radon. Radon, an odorless, colorless radioactive gas that occurs natu­ rally in soil as radium breaks down, is linked to about 15,000 cases of lung cancer annually. It percolates up through porous soils and enters homes through cracks or other openings. Many retail outlets sell low-cost radon test kits and use someone quali­ fied or certified for radon testing. • Watch out for environmental hazards. Routine exposure to cer­ tain fumes, dust, and chemicals can up the risk of getting lung cancer. Common cancer-causing substances found in workplaces, garages or workshops include gasoline, diesel exhaust, arsenic, vinyl chloride, coal products and asbestos. Proper ventilation, pro­ tective gear and machinery oper­ ation can help lower any cancer­ causing risks. For more information about lung cancer, contact the American Lung Association Lung HelpLine at 800-LUNGUSA or log onto www.lungusa.org. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday. November 15. 2008 — Page 12 PROGRAMS , continued from page 1 Terry Woodman of the district’s latchkey program presented Jozlynn Miller, Skyler Miller, Lily Miller, Shia-Lee Reese-Jarmin and Teresa Primm with awards they earned through a poster contest with the Michigan Department of Transportation Local farm offering free Christmas trees to groups As in previous years, Hauser Tree Farm will offer free Christmas trees to area churches and other non-prof­ it organizations. The only restriction on this offer is that the tree harvested must be nine-feet tall or more. “Organizations simply need to send representatives to the farm during regular business hours, let us know who they represent, and go cut a tree,” the owners said. Hours are from 3 to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on weekends. On opening day, Friday, Nov. 28, the farm will be open from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Hauser Tree Farm is at 1025 Whitmore Rd., a half mile south of M-37. Call 269-945-4014 for more information. Warm Up To Saving nomic strife in the state." Board members expressed their reluctance to vote on any of the items on the list without looking further into the options. Instead, the board decided to vote on which items should be pur­ sued for possible cutting. "I’m not in favor of cuts at the staff level," said board member April Heinze. "I believe there are some cuts we can make mid-year with­ out the largest affects on the students. Politics do come into play here if you talk about pulling kids from the district. The more kids leave the district, the more cuts we will have to make. For that to happen, it’s only going to spiral downward worse." 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Heinze also pointed to the low millage of the district as a source of some of the financial strain. "The school system has got the lowest millage around," said Heinze. "The millage is around two mills. The next closest is seven or eight mills. The reason Olivet and Bellevue aren’t making as drastic cuts is because we can’t pass a mill­ age. We need a grass-roots effort, parents and volunteers pounding on doors. That’s the only way we are going to save this district" Among the items the board voted to look further into cutting are the summer FFA program, the liaison officer at the high school, reduction oftwo non-instructional aides, driver education subsidies and the day care program for the alternative education program. The board also scheduled a special meeting for Nov. 24 at 6:30 p.m. in the admin­ istration office to further dis- cuss the cuts before the next regularly scheduled meeting. At the meeting the board of education also: • Recognized several win­ ners of the Michigan Department of Transportation poster con­ test Jozlynn Miller earned first place in the kindergarten age group, Skyler Miller, Lily Miller and Shia-Lee Reese-Jarmin each earned a gold ribbon, and Teresa Primm won first place in the 6 to 8-year-old category. • Read a letter from State Superintendent Mike Flanagan that gave special recognition to teacher Jeff Byrne for being one of Michigan’s outstanding teachers. • Approved an overnight stay for the wrestling team in Indiana during an upcoming wrestling tournament. • Heard a report from dis­ trict financial officer Daryl Sydolski concerning the recent audit of the district. The district was given a Deficit-elimination options with possible implementation January 2009 Deficit 2007-08 $ 78,000 2008-09 3Z1QQQ Total deficit $453,000 Options with limited effect on classrooms Eliminate: High school secretary $ 8,139 Half-time JH counseler 19,891 Junior high sports 11,756 Management at athletic events 1,500 Summer ag. program '7,539 Spring and summer music 4,214 High school musical 4,333 One special education teacher 65,682 Liaison officer 7,750 Transportation to athletic events 7,500 Sixth grade camp 1,494 Two non-instructional aides (one elementary and one secretarial 18,363 Driver education subsidies 1,200 Technology para-pro 7,473 SnowComing, senior trip, prom (advisors) 3,000 Half-time curriculum director 17,443 Day care program (latchkey, preschool) 19,451 Other: Freeze technology and supplies purchases Administration/central office staff give back 1 percent raises Reduce alt. ed. secretary to 1/2 time 33,000 4,492 8,707 06663312 HASTINGS 4 Deficit still remaining 200,073 www.GQTI.com UALITY Call About Fuel-Saving Gas Furnaces 269-205-4900 flEATERS '"XX" • Outstanding No Hassle Replacement™ limited Rocking Seats • All Digital Sound Free Drink Refills • 25e corn refill* warranty* protection 85% ARE • Quiet operation • Energy efficiencies as high as 95% AFUE Options with direct effect on classrooms Reduction of four teaching positions (one each: second grade, combined 4th/5th grade, junior high and high school) $134.969 $4 to’4.50 ALL SEATS! 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GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 269-945­ 9554 to start getting all the news ofBarry County. 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: Martin Ogrodzinski and April Ogrodzinski, Husband arid Wife to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., solely as nominee for NovaStar Mortgage, Inc., Mortgagee, dated May 31, 2006 and recorded September 29, 2008 in Instrument # 200809290009589 Barry County Records, Michigan Said mortgage was subsequently assigned to: The Bank of New York Mellon, as Successor Trustee under NovaStar Mortgage Funding Trust, Series 2006-3, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Forty-Four Thousand Nine Hundred Sixty-Four Dollars and Ninety-Eight Cents ($244,964.98) including interest 9.99% 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, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on December 4,2008 Said prem­ ises are situated in Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 30 acres of the East one half of the Southeast one quarter of Section 22, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Irving Township, Barry County, Michigan Commonly known as 3037 Wing Rd, Hasting Ml 49508 The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later. Dated: OCTOBER 22, 2008 The Bank of New York Mellon, as Successor Trustee under NovaStar Mortgage Funding Trust, Series 2006-3, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 08-97381 ASAP# 2909407 10/25/2008, 11/01/2008, 11/08/2008, 11/15/2008 oeeooie? �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, November 15,2008 — Page 13 JOE HARVEY and the True Story I have never tried to get rid of the Revue Play Group. I just thought that after 12 years the Revue could charge an extra $.50 (Fifty Cents) per ticket and pay it towards the use of the Opera House (some residents suggested a $1.00 a ticket). The residents of Vermontville Township are required to pay $75.00 a day rent to use the Opera House plus a $100.00 cleaning deposit, which you get back if you clean it afterwards. The local busi­ nesses are required to pay $125.00 a day rent to use the Opera House, plus a $100.00 cleaning deposit, which they get back if they clean it afterwards. The Vermontville Township Hall (Opera House) has incurred approximately $60,000.00 worth of repairs over the last two years, paid for by the Township taxpayers. The utilities, (electricity, heat, air conditioning, water-sewer) for the Opera House are over $6,000.00 a year. Refinishing the floors every two years costs around $600.00, plus insur­ ance on the building and liability insurance, which to the best of my knowledge the Revue hasn’t yet gotten their own liability insurance. Some Township Board members said we were running out of money. They said that we may have to give up the summer road maintenance, dust control, but they would use our tax dollars to fund the Revue. Some Township Board members said they don’t know how long the Township can keep the present ambulance services, but they would use our tax dollars to fund the Revue. One of the new members wants to advertise and rent the Opera House out more to make money to help pay for expenses, but said he didn’t want to charge the Revue for using the Opera House. The Revue uses the Opera House approximately 90 days a year, which (for you infor­ mation) adds up to $6,350.00 in rent, we the taxpayers are giving up. The Revue also has been using the backstage area year around for storage for free. I sure wish I could store some of my hobbies somewhere free. B. Moore and I did a maintenance inspection on the Opera House some months ago, and we found several items that needed repairing. We made a recommendation to have the building inspected by a Licensed Fire Inspector and he found numerous violations. Some needed corrections, before it was safe to have people using the Opera House. Some of the items belong to the Revue, which are still waiting to be corrected. I would like to thank all the voters for their support. I will continue to look after the taxpayer’s rights, money, and safety. If you agree with me on the Revue helping out a lit­ tle on expenses, send this article or a letter to the Township clerk, Box 215, Vermontville, Ml. 49096. Joe Harvey Vermontville Township Taxpayer (517) 726-0438 06680241 �Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, November 15, 2008 — Page 14 Maple Valley seventh graders explore career options Karen Gonser, Eaton County Youth Facility director, visited the careers class and spoke about her career. Kalamo UMC hosting Hard Times Worship and Help Fair’ A "Hard Times Worship and Help Fair" will be held Saturday, Nov. 22, at 6 p.m. at the Kalamo United Methodist Church, 1475 S. Ionia Road in Kalamo Township. The service focus will be on how people have survived hard times in the past and tips for getting through tough times in the present. Sharing problems can ease the bur­ dens and give strength and ideas on how to help each other. After the worship service, representatives from area GREEN LIGHT DRIVING SCHOOL uc 301 N. Main (M-66), Nashville 517-852-0000 $285 $40 Segment I Segment II Dec. 1 - Dec. 18 Nov. 24-26 Parent Meeting Dec. 5 @ 6:30pm Segment 1 weekend class will begin in January! We partner with parents for SAFE teen drivers!/ www.greenlightdriing.net HOMETOWN | agencies will be on hand to explain where people can turn to for help and advice. Some health screening also will be available. On Sunday, Nov. 23, a " financial healing" service will take place at both the 9 and 10:30 a.m. worship services. Inspiring real-life stories will be shared during the service. There also will be time to pray together about personal financial problems, as well as the financial problems facing the state and the country. Those who wish to may bring non-perishable food items to share with those less fortunate in the community. For more information, call the church at 517-541-1144. 219 S. State in Nashville UMBER & HJUOWJUE 517-852-0882 Mon. thru Sat 7:30 am to 5:30 pm www.bometownhimber.com No matter what the season, Emax Plus high performance glass is working round the clock to save you energy and keep you comfortable! For information on this promotion or any ofour other quality Students in Tonja Myers’ Gonser all sorts of quescareers class have been tions about her career and Gonser family. busy exploring career path- her explained how difficult it is ways. “Students really enjoyed to juggle a career and a hearing from two guest family (her husband is the speakers in late October,” principal at Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High). said Myers. When asked about the Karen Gonser, Eaton County Youth Facility kids she works with at the Gonser said, director, visited the careers facility, class and spoke about her "There are no bad kids. career. Gonser is responsi- They just have some probble for the hiring and train- lems that they need some ing of approximately 40 help with." staff members. The facility Another guest speaker she helps run is comprised was Mike Line, a physiof two units, one secured cian’s assistant (PA) in and one not. The facility Potterville and a PA for the also runs a day treatment Army National Guard. program, which services Before becoming a PA, approximately 20 juve- Line was a lab technician niles. and an Army medic. The students asked “Mike prepared a very Nashville SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS business group meeting slated Maple Valley Elementary Lunch Menu Monday, Nov. 17 Chicken fajitas. Broccoli, applesauce, Teddy Grahams. Tuesday, Nov. 18 MW: Chef Salad Bar. Fuller: Popcorn Chic. While Kernel Com, orange juice, peach crisp. Wednesday, Nov. 19 Spaghetti. Bread stick, green beans, cookie. Thursday, Nov. 20 Pizza. Tossed salad, fruit cocktail, chocolate pudding. Friday, Nov. 21 No School. NOTE: Fuller Alternative Entree Choices: Peanut butter and jelly sandwich, honey and peanut butter sandwich. Maplewood Alternative Entree Choices: 6 oz. Yogurt w/string cheese, chef salad, peanut butter and jelly sandwich. Maplewood offers a variety of healthy snacks for 50 cents each (cash only: quarters or dollars only). Milk is included with all full meal purchases. Assort-ed bread choices daily. Breakfast price: $130; Lunch price: $1.90; Adult price: $2.75; milk only: $.45. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Monday, Nov. 17 Chicken nuggets. Mashed potatoes, pears. Salad Bar. Tuesday, Nov. 18 Chili w/com bread. Whole kernel com, peach cobbler. Subway Bar. Wednesday, Nov. 19 Cheesie bread sticks. Spaghettios, pineapple. Potato Bar. Thursday, Nov. 20 HW-Kellogg Cottage Inn. Cottage Inn Pizza. Veg. medley, grapes. Mexican Bar. Friday, Nov. 21 No School. NOTE: Entree’s available daily: cheeseburger, variety of chicken sandwiches, pizza, peanut butter and jelly sandwich, fish sandwich, honey and peanut butter sandwich, 6 oz. yogurt w/string cheese. Side choices available daily: garden salad, juice, fresh fruit. Milk is included with all full meal purchases. Seconds avail­ able on vegetables at no additional charge. Assorted bread choices daily. Breakfast price: $1.45; Lunch price: $2.25-$2.50; Adult prices: $2.75-$3.00. Milk only: $.45. COURT-SIDE interesting Power Point presentation for the students and allowed them to help diagnose a ‘patient.’ The students were able to see the inside of an infected throat and look in one anothers’ ears,” said Myers. Line received his bache­ lor’s degree from Olivet College and his master’s degree from the University of Nebraska. He started the PA program when he was 33 years old. He said he credits his family doctor for steering him toward his career as a PA. When asked what advice he has for students, Line said, "Go to college right away and get it over with." The Nashville Business Owners Group has scheduled its next meeting for 6:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 17, at Green Light Driving School, located in the old Masonic temple on Main Street in downtown Nashville. GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554 for more information. 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. 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In addition to displaying photos of local veterans, the library dis­ played items from its local history collection and images it was awarded through the Picturing America grant. Of special interest were items from Jim Whelpley’s family collection, which included a Civil War Harper’s Ferry rifle, Civil War pension papers, a World War I diary, quilt and letter, and a World War II silver certificate. The central display was a collection of nearly 50 pho­ tos taken by World War II photographers. Donna Shattuck of Nashville owns the graphic black and white photo collection, part of the documentation done by the U.S. Army Signal Corps. Many veterans who visited commented on memories the photos brought back. Hearing them reminisce and educate others was part ofthe success of the evening, according to Library Director Shauna Swantek. Children were invited to make cards and write letters to current soldiers serving the country. Those letters will be sent along with boxes of paperback novels and other care packages. To help with the mailing costs, the VFW Ladies’ Auxiliary will continue their star sale at the library until Thanksgiving. Anyone inter­ ested in visiting the library’s local history room is invited to do so on from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Nov. 22, or 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 25, or by appointment. One of the art pieces from the Picturing America collection is displayed next to this World War I quilt. Jim Whelpley’s family collection highlighted several generations of military service. New fundraising plate helps military personnel and families fcr **W World War II images taken by the U.S. Army Signal Corps were on display Tuesday evening. Wirt Mpte ?£FALL TIRE SALE&f LET US HELP SAVE YOU about rue $50 S '""<t » < m BfsogB’Ka H sJFTCZ, DOfl'T GIVE UP H TH/nG. 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Besides the Support Our Troops plate, motorists can choose from a number of fundraising • plates that sup­ port Michigan’s public uni­ versities and special causes such as protecting wildlife habitat. For more information about Secretary of State license plate options, visit the License Plate Store online at www.Michigan, gov/sos. Visit www.Support OurTroops.org for more information about the organ­ ization. Joe Montgomery Builders, Inc. We build on our reputation...just ask our customers! Building dreams since 1978 New Construction and Home Improvement 122 S. Lincoln, Charlotte (517)543-1718 HELP WANTED Part Time Graphic Design Associate Up To 35 Hours Per Week Responsibilities Include: Creative designing of customer advertising and commercial printing. Must have experience with InDesign, PhotoShop and Illustrator with Mac Computer systems. Send or bring resume and references to: (Count? Journal 241 S. Cochran Ave., Charlotte, Ml 48813 Now Offering ... Guaranteed Price Program for 2008-2009 :lin Stop by and enter our WBCH Contest Drawing. (Based on 500-gal. min. annual usage) Your only independently owned and operated propane distributor, 'We offer underground tanks— call for details jU KENT OIL & PROPANE �Juit Say *Ab Advertised m the Maple Valley News' Saturday November 15. 2008 - Page 16 Nashville UMC turkey dinner next week Men from Nashville United Methodist Church carve turkeys before last year's dinner. Pictured are Herb Frith, Gary Roach and Russ Keech. The Nashville United Methodist Church will hold its annual turkey dinner from 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 15. Tickets are $8 for adults and kids 12 and older; $5 for kids 6 to 12, and free for those 5 and under. To-go boxes will be available, especially for deer hunters Proceeds from this fundraiser will go toward the general operating fund of the NUMC. A ministry celebration DVD will be shown during the dinner. This will be a compilation of videos and photos cele­ brating the church’s min­ istry in Barry County and the Maple Valley commu­ nity since the last meal. Nashville collecting gift-filled shoe boxes Local volunteers are collecting simple shoebox gifts personally packed by children, families and individuals. From Nashville, the shoebox gifts will be sorted and sent using whatever means necessary — sea containers, trucks, buses, trains, airplanes, helicopters, boats, camels, even dog sleds — to suffering children reach around the world. “By collecting gift-filled shoeboxes to be sent to needy children, I am excited to be used of God to send love from our community to so many children and their families,” said Elesha Smith, Nashville drop-off site coordinator. “Everyone's a part of the process, whether it’s packing boxes, transporting them, or donating money. They are all necessary contributions to the teamwork required to make the final and smiles deliveries, changed lives.” National Collection Week is Nov. 17 to 24. The local collection site is Grace Ministry Center, 8950 E. M79 Highway, Nashville 800677-2984. Hours of operation at the site are Nov. 17, 18 and by 20 appointment; Wednesday, Nov. 19, and Friday, Nov. 21, 6 to 8 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 22, and Sunday, Nov. 23,11 a.m. to 1 p.m. “Right now you can join the effort to help the world’s largest Christmas project hand deliver some 8 million gift-filled shoeboxes to children in more than 90 countries suffering from natural disaster, war, terrorism, disease, famine, and poverty,” said Smith. She suggested enlisting families, churches, scout troops, community groups and businesses to take part in creating shoebox gifts for needy children worldwide. Fill shoe boxes with school supplies, toys, necessity items, candy and a letter of encouragement. (Step-bystep shoe box packing instructions are available at www.samaritanspurse.org.) Volunteers may sign up to join Operation Christmas Child at the collection site in Nashville, she said. Since 1993, Operation Christmas Child, a project of international Christian relief organization Samaritan’s Purse, has delivered more than 61 million gift-filled shoeboxes to needy children in some 130 countries. For more information on how to participate in Operation Christmas Child, call 937-374-0761 or visit www.samaritanspurse.org. WISH, continued from page 9 Youth servers during last year’s dinner included Andy Zank, Casey Martin, Whitney Martin, Abby Smith, McKenzie Cornwell and Meghann Zank. wish to help may take a star, purchase the desired gift, wrap it, affix the star to the package and place it beneath the tree on or before Monday, Dec. 15. There will also be a food drive to collect non-perish­ able food items to fill Christmas baskets for fami­ lies in need. Collection boxes will be set up in Maple Valley Schools, Hastings City Bank-Nashville, Eaton Federal Savings Bank, and the Nashville village office. For those who prefer not to, or cannot, shop but wish to make Christmas brighter for those who may otherwise do without, a special account has been set up for the WishUpon-A-Star program at the Nashville branch of Hastings City Bank, and several area merchants will have canisters for collecting change located near their registers. The money will be used to pur­ chase gifts for stars remain­ ing on the tree after Dec. 15 and for the food baskets. After volunteers purchase the remaining gifts, volun­ teers will be needed to help wrap the remaining items at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 17, at Nashville United Methodist Church 210 E. Washington St. Volunteers also are needed at the church 6 p.m. Friday, Dec. 19, to help pack the Christmas bas­ kets. The baskets will be dis­ tributed between 9 a.m. and noon Saturday, Dec. 20, at the church. Anyone interested in receiving a Christmas basket may register through Love, Inc. in Hastings 269-948­ 9555 or at the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope on Tuesday morning. This Christmas Shop Downtown Hastings on the Thornapp dis cover Hastings, and you’llfind there’s more to explore this holiday season. Make your shopping and dining experience a very special one this season by discovering the vibrant charm of our unique shops & restaurants. Join us Friday, December 5th for our 2nd annual Christmas Art Hop at 11 downtown businesses, 5-8pm. Shop Downtown Hastings ... where the Holidays begin! � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/822/MapleValleyNews_2008-11-22.pdf aaf9bf695ef41738396195e410398691 PDF Text Text MAPLE W new MVN S^^’8'7 HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY™ 227 EAST STATE ST ' HASTINGS Mi 49058 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 136-No. 47, November 22, 2008 School board to hold special meeting Monday night The Maple Valley Board of Education will hold a spe­ cial meeting at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 24, in the Maple Valley High School cafeteria. Three items will be on the agenda: approval of a band trip, discussion of a proposed 1-mill special edu­ cation levy for all five school districts in * the Eaton Intermediate School District (EISD), and proposed mid­ year budget cuts to help Maple Valley cover a pro­ jected $468,434 budget deficit. That deficit, comprised of $93,434 from the 2007-08 school year and $375,000 projected for 2008-09, are due to decreased student enrollment at Maple Valley. EISD Superintendent Al Widner will give a presenta­ tion to the board about the proposed 1-mill levy that the EISD hopes to put on the ballot of a special election in May 2009. Funds- from the levy would defray special education costs that each of the five districts now cover with money from their gen­ eral funds. The main focus of the evening will be proposed budget mid-year budget cuts. Maple Valley Superintendent of Schools Kim Kramer said numerous changes have been made to the list of proposed budget cuts since the board’s regular November meeting. “We took some ideas that people proposed at the regu­ lar board meeting, costed them out and put them on the list,” he said. “There were also some items that were replace this person and sim­ there are those who threaten taken off the list because we ply passed the duties on to to pull out of the district if found an alternate way of the other secretaries. We are junior high sports are elimi­ funding some programs. But, not expecting this position to nated. They think this is the the bulk of the list is the be in next year’s budget. We best thing for these kids. We same.” did have to add an hour to could keep it for now, but Following are Kramer’s the day for the existing sec­ scale it back for next year, as comments and a revised list retaries to have office cover­ we look for alternatives. of proposed budget cuts that age for students and parents. ★Game management — will be considered at the Eliminate junior high $1,500 board meeting Monday night counseling (funded by grant) We plan to pursue the idea in “the best dollar amount we — $19,891 of using community volun­ can determine now, and the Not recommended at this teers. This has some issues ramifications (♦ indicates time but if will de on the list that need to be addressed, Kramer’s recommended for elimination on next such as do we give volun­ mid-year cuts): year’s budget. teers keys to the buildings? Options with limited Eliminate junior high How do we insure the safety effect on classrooms sports — $11,756 of the gate receipts? Etc. *Eliminate secretary at Opinions are all over the * Summer ag program — high school — $6,900 board on this one. Some say $6,320 This has already been it’s about time we stop all FFA Advisor Aaron Saari done. The person in this competition at this early age. went to work looking for an position requested a leave of We never had this years ago alternative funding source, absence, and we granted it. and the kids survived. Go and found one. By shifting We have chosen not to back to intramurals. Then, some vocational education funding around in the ISD. we have been assured that we will have additional expanded program funds which will cover this cost next year and probably the year after that. Spring and summer music - $4,214 This one is also spared for now. It does present a very interesting question. Marching band and perform­ ances at parades was argued as being an extension of classwork, and thus should not be subject to pay to par­ ticipate. Yet, we pay an extra curricular schedule "B" pay­ ment to the director. So which is it, extra curricular or classwork? Some view marching band See MEETING, page 8 Maple Valley students attend FFA national convention by Tyra Curth Maple Valley FFA Reporter Six Maple Valley FFA members had the opportu­ nity to attend the 81 st annu­ al national convention in Indianapolis, Oct. 21 to 25. Tyra Curth, Ashliegh Penny, Caitlin Hale, Chelsea Hale, Cody Hale, Kristen Cantrell and FFA Advisor Aaron Saari all had the chance to attend the convention. The Maple Valley FFA chapter had four American FFA Degree winners: Amber Hamilton, Chris Rumsey, Dhanielle Tobias and Cliff Ward. The participating FFA members left for Indianapolis at 5:15 Tuesday morning and head­ ed to Coldwater to get on a bus with other Region 1 FFA members. The next stop for the group was the Anthony Thomas Chocolate Factory for a tour of the largest family-owned chocolate factory. While at the facto­ ry, many were surprised to find a 235-pound buckeye on sale for $3,500. After leaving the chocolate facto­ ry, the bus headed to the U.S. National Air Force Museum, where the FFA members spent a few hours exploring the museum. Wednesday, the group toured Indiana Downs, a horse-racing track, and the Chris Rumsey, Amber Hamilton, Dhanielle Tobias, Cliff Ward Members of the Maple Valley FFA who attended the national convention in Indianapolis were (standing, from left) Ashliegh Penny, Cody Hale, Chelsea Hale, Kristen Cantrell, Tyra Curth (seated) Caitlin Hale. National FFA Center. Later that day, they headed to the National FFA Convention Center for the first session ofthe 81st national conven­ tion. The theme for this year’s convention was “Step Up, Stand Out.” The keynote speaker of the first session was Olympic Gold Medalist and Hollywood Stuntwoman Dana Hee. Two members of the Maple Valley FFA, Tyra Curth and Ashliegh Penny, left the first session early to attend the National Chapter Awards Dinner. Later that night, the group went to the Lucas Oil Stadium to see singer Taylor Swift in concert. The majority of Thursday was spent as the convention center. At the session. Maple Valley received a three-star nation­ al chapter award. Approximately 632 FFA chapters were honored with a national chapter award. After the session, the Region 1 group boarded the bus and headed out to din­ ner at Ted’s Montana Grill. On Friday, the group FFA, continued on page 10 In This Issue. • Crime scene forensics becomes real for MVHS class • Donkey basketball to return Dec. 3 • Fuller Kindergarteners learned about Thanksgiving tradition • Remember to be thankful - even for times of trouble �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, November 22, 2008 — Page 2 Read like a Rock Star deemed a success ... .< "I was thrilled to have so many young people here Saturday," said Swantek. "Half of our visitors were new to our library, and six new library cards were opened that day. Even if we didn't have time to read or talk about books Saturday,. I feel certain that these young people now know where to go for friendly, welcoming assistance when they need it. It will now be easier for them to walk in the door and see what else the library has to offer them. The Web site www.ilovelibraries.org pro­ vides information about gaming in libraries and fur­ ther rationale for why it has a place among the books. As a bonus, the staff and volun­ teers enjoyed rocking for an hour after the kids left.” The American Library Association also partnered with Hasbro to send the new game Pictureka to public libraries for free. Many Saturday, Nov. 15, was Read Like a Rockstar day at Putnam District Library in Nashville. The event was held in connection with the American Library Association's ‘National Gaming Day at Your Library.’ “While not the library's first day of video games, it was the most successful,” said Putnam District Library Director Shauna Swantek. “Over 30 tweens visited the library to play Guitar Hero III or Rock Band. Many showed up in their rock star gear and brought a rock star attitude to match.” Graphic rocker T-shirts were awarded to the two attendees with the best over­ all rocker attitude, and a drawing was held for a dozen graphic guitar pick neck­ laces. No guitars were smashed, but the rockers have requested future days to rock and read. Rage the Rocker was one of the winners of a T-shirt for his rocker outfit and good attitude. ’tweens opted to play this game on Saturday as well, Rock Band gave "tweens’ a chance to sing, play gui­ tar or play the drums. 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 ........................ 11a.m. Evening Worship..................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting .. ............ 7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM * BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) 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 Sgt. Shawn Baker of Michigan State Police Grand Rapids Forensic Lab, visited Shannon Webb’s anatomy and phys­ iology class at Maple Valley High School earlier last month. Baker’s 60minute presentation focused on showing stu­ dents what a crime scene investigator, or CSI, does when assessing a crime scene, specifically on col­ lecting and analyzing latent fingerprints. Baker informed the near­ ly 30 high school students what her required education and training was, how long it took to become a latent print specialist, and what the everyday tasks are at the forensics lab. Students were able to view pictures of actual crime scenes, learn about the different FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 49096 ’ (517) 726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG Wed. 5:30 p.m................... Family Supper 6:00-7:15............................ Pioneer Club Sun: 9:00 ........................ Sunday School 10: 00 Church 11: 00 Fellowship GRACE COMMUNITY 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 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 PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone:(517)852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST 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. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 players in November 2009. The board game is available for family and friends to play in the local library through­ out the winter. Several groups rotated in to play Pictureka during the day. Crime scene forensics becomes real for MV High School class ways to analyze and uncov­ er fingerprints, and learn about the various types of equipment that a latent print specialist-uses. After the presentation, Baker fingerprinted the stu­ dents and allowed for some hands-on activities where students dusted for finger­ prints on different surfaces in the classroom. In a fol­ low-up question and answer session, students asked questions such as details on a typical day’s work, the worst crime scene Baker has ever encountered, and comparing a real forensics lab to what is seen on tele­ vision. Webb said the topics covered by Baker fit into her curriculum specifically in the area of the integu­ Sgt. Shawn Baker takes fingerprints from Shannon mentary system, of which Webb, Maple Valley High School anatomy and physiol­ fingerprints are a part. ogy teacher. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT GRACE WORLD OUTREACH CENTER same board game on the same day as possible. While the final numbers aren't in yet, ALA is setting the goal of having even more game The goal was to have as many people playing the one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. . PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School 10:50 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Worship Services Sunday School for All Ages .. .10:30 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road fl/2 mile East ofM-66, vice 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 A.M. Service ............................ 11 a.m. P.M. Service........ .................... 7 Wed. Service ..... ........... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship................... 8:30 a.m Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Phone 517-852-1993 -IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................ 11:15 a.m. PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 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 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST .. CHURCH . Sunday Mass....................... 9:45 a.m. FATHER AL RUSSELL A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings 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 SOUTH KALAMO 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 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK 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 .. .6:30 p.m. AWANA................. 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, November 22,2008 — Page 3 Thornapple River goes down, trash conies out We recovered and dis­ posed of 2 full pickup truck loads of trash. Our objective was to evaluate the Thomapple River from the Middleville Dam to the LaBarge Dam while the river’s water level was down. The primary concern was large items that were beneath the water, making it difficult Gambee. The Thomapple River Watershed Council along with the Barry Conservation District is committed to making the Thornapple River and its tributaries a safe and fun place to enjoy. We would also like to thank the riparian owners who also participated in cleaning the river during this opportunity. We were sur­ prised at how clean and free of debris this section of river was. Our web site www.thornappleriver.org has additional information along with a calendar of up coming events. Thornapple River Watershed Council members who meet after the clean up are (from left) Sue Merrill, Fred Steketee, Joanne Barnard, Erv Gambee and Dana Strouse During the repairs on the LaBarge, the Thornapple River Watershed Council as a group committed to this undertaking. Besides the council board members, other volunteers included Annalise Steketee and Josh Volunteers (from left) Jim Williamson, Dana Strouse, Annaliese Steketee and Fred Steketee show one load of items removed from the Thomapple River near the LaBarge Dam Nov. 15. 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ALSO COMING IN JANUARY: Zostavax (Shingles Vaccine) upon availability. d8 ■8hIdv8 BWiIlIWr 11 store hours • Mon-Fri 9-6 • Sat 9-1 219 N. Main • Nashville Cheryle, Angie, Michelle, Liz Cheryl Pierce, owner/styllst Angie Joppie, stylist • Michelle Snowden, nail tech • Liz Clements, stylist Jur » 114 « » r I 517.852.0845 toll free 877.852.2601 ‘www.maplevalleyrx.com �Just Say *As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, November 22, 2008 — Page 4 Consumers Energy warns residents about potential damage during firearm deer season During this firearm deer hunting season, Consumers Energy is alerting residents to the potential damage and inconvenience gunshot van­ dalism can cause. In the past, these types of incidents have resulted in the loss of electric service to thousands of homes and businesses. To date in 2008, more than 32 gunshot vandalism inci­ dents have been reported. Gunshot damage to the utili­ ty’s electric distribution sys­ tem has already resulted in the loss of service to 287 homes and businesses for an average duration of 1.5 hours. In 2007, more than 5,410 customers were affect­ ed by gunshot incidents resulting in an average out­ age duration of 4.6 hours. “In some instances, cus­ tomers on electric life-sup­ port systems can be endan­ gered by outages caused by gunshot vandalism damage,” said Frank Johnson, senior vice president of energy operations for the utility. “In “Vandals give responsible Agnes Louise Lathrop addition to the inconven­ nters a bad image,” ience caused by the loss of hunters NASHVILLE - Agnes electricity, businesses and Johnson added. He thanked their employees can experi­ sportsmen’s organizations, Louise Lathrop, age 96, of ence economic losses.” conservation groups and Nashville, passed away Consumers Energy offers individual hunters for help in Saturday November 15, 2008 cash rewards of varying preventing these occur- at Eaton County Medical Care Facility in Charlotte. amounts for information rences. Agnes was bom in leading to the arrest and Consumers Energy, the arraignment of those who principal subsidiary of CMS Mulliken to Wirt and Allie willfully cause power out­ Energy, provides natural gas (Stambaugh) Surine. Agnes married Hubert ages. Information can be and electricity to nearly 6.5 given to local law enforce­ million of Michigan’s 10 Lathrop in 1932 and they ment agencies or the utility’s million residents in all 68 lived in Vermontville and Nashville area all of their asset protection department Lower Peninsula counties. lives. at 1-800-760-3295. Agnes is survived by her son, Hubert E. (Janet) Lathrop ofPort St. Lucie, FL; Kenneth Kelsey; sister-in­ daughter, Kathleen S. (Gary) law Eloise Lathrop. Nickel ofNashville; sister-in­ Honoring Agnes’s wishes stop at the high school or call any FFA member and at law, Dorothy Kelsey; four- cremation has taken place. Aaron Saari at 517-852-9971. Duey’s Comer Comer in grandchildren; four great Interment will take place at a grandchildren; and three later date in Barryville Tickets also are available from Vermontville. great-great grandchildren. Cemetery. She was preceded in death Arrangements were by her parents, Wirt and Allie entrusted to Lauer Family Surine; husband, Hubert B. Funeral Homes-Wren Lathrop; daughter, Marleen Chapel, 1401 N. Broadway in A. Lathrop; sisters, Evelyn Hastings. Dunnigan and Geraldine Please share your memo­ Williams; brothers-in-law, ries of Agnes with her family Rex Dunnigan, Kenneth at www.lauerfh.com. Barry County Extension Calendar of Events Williams, Ferris Lathrop, and Donkey basketball to return Dec. 3 Plenty of hilarious action and a good crowd are expected to keep the Maple Valley High School gym buzzing Monday, Dec. 3, at 7 p.m. when a donkey basketball tournament will be staged. Teams this year will include the seniors, juniors, an Amish community team, and the Maple Valley staff and are expected to provide entertain­ ment for the night. Advance ticket sales indicate a large crowd will be on hand for the donkey tournament, said FFA Advisor Aaron Saari. Advanced tickets are still on sale at Maple Valley High School and are $6 for adults, high school students, grade school students, and senior cit­ izens. Tickets at the door will be $8 for everyone. All pro­ ceeds will go to the Maple Valley FFA chapter to sponsor leadership programs through­ out the year. The first game of the single­ elimination tournament will feature a band of rough and ready Amish and a selected group of equestrians from the Maple Valley junior class. After this battle has been waged, several members ofthe Maple Valley staff will collide with the team of seniors. The winners of the two hardwood wars will go after the title in the championship game. Many fans believe it is the donkeys that are the very pride of the court and the stars of the show, said Saari The talented and sports-minded animals are from Buckeye Donkey Ball Co. of Marengo, Ohio, and all of them know their way around the basketball court, added Saari. "This is a great way for local leaders to support the FFA as well as show support for our local community," he added. The teams are chosen, the battle lines drawn and the don­ keys are ready to go. All that is needed is a full house at the Maple Valley gym, he said. The doors will open at 6:15 p.m. to let in fans to watch what the donkey-backers claim to be "wilder than a rodeo" and "funnier than a circus," said Saari. For tickets to see the show BARRY CO. EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS Nov. 24-26 Extension Office will be closed during lunch. Nov. 24 Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Nov. 25 Non-Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Nov. 27-28 County Buildings Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday. Nov. 28 Beef Weigh In for Rate of Gain, 9-11 a.m. Dec. 1 Club Officer Training and Parliamentary Procedure Workshop, 6:15-7:45 p.m., Hastings Library. Dec. 1 Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Dec. 3 New Leader Orientation, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Dec. 4 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Dec. 6 4-H Felting Day, Suzanne Pufpaffs Fibermill. Dec. 8 Teen Leadership Action Plan Workshop- 2nd class, 6-9 p.m., KCC Hastings Location. Dec. 11 Master Gardener Annual Cookie/Craft Fundraisers, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Nominations sought for Heart of Gold Award The Volunteer Center of dents in Barry County and Barry County is seeking should be recognized for nominations for the their efforts, they may sub­ December Heart of Gold mit a brief narrative describ­ Award winner. ing the nominee’s activities This award, presented by and submit it to the the Volunteer Center and Volunteer Center, PO Box Barry County United Way, is 644, Hastings, MI 49058. to honor individuals who Nominations must be exemplify the spirit ofvolun­ received by 5 p.m. Monday, teerism. Dec. 1. Submissions may be If community members mailed to the above address know someone who, through or faxed to the Volunteer their unselfish actions posi­ Center at 269-945-4536. tively touch the lives of resi- (//«? (jod Call for Maple Valiev classified ads GFWC learns floral arranging our Zhanks Phone 945-9554 orl-800-870-1085 anytime! 15% Off Fabric Excludes sale items. 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Eaton County Siren Shelter is still receiving per­ sonal product bags, and will continue to do so as long as the donations keep coming in. Several club members attended the GFWC Hastings Club’s bingo early in the month; JoeAnn Nehmer was one of the winners of the event The Christmas basket pro­ gram is in full swing. Mary Fisher, chairman, said she feels that with the economy as it is, the need may be larg­ er this year. Food drives at the schools, churches and donations boxes around town will all help toward the goal. The next club meeting will be Dec. 8 at 7 p.m. in the home of club president Cheryl Sheridan. Members are asked to bring food for the Christmas basket program, items for the silent auction, some sort of finger foods to share, and maybe a good story about a past Christmas that was extra spe­ cial to members. ^Diana’s t-PQace w The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS I Open Tuesday - Friday < j S.E. Comer of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 The Vermontville United Methodist Church .. .would like to Thank Everyone that came out for our September spaghetti dinner fundraiser. The proceeds went to the Sunny Crest Youth Ranch in Sunfield. We raised $878.16 which went toward the horse bam to be built. The bam had to be completed before any youth could be accepted to the ranch. The bam now has been completed. In October for our third year, we joined in on the Halloween festivities. We passed out books along with candy to the trick or treaters. It was great to see the little ones get excited about getting a book for Halloween. We had a little some­ thing for everyone. We had coffee, hot chocolate, hot and cold cider, donuts and donut holes. The parents could come ® in and have a seat and rest up for the next phase of trick or g treating. There was great fellow fellowship. § ^gain, the Vermontville United Methodist church would to say Thank You to everyone that joined in. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, November 22, 2008 - Page 5 Pair of big bucks enter competition Bryan Dunlap of Vermontville brought in this 11-point with a 16 and a half inch spread into show off as part of the Duey’s Corner Big Buck contest. Darren McDonald entered this 10-point with a 19 and one eighth inch spread into the Duey’s Corner Big Buck contest. । ■ ■••Mmittai. । ikwK'iimts Give a memorial that can go on forever k ai M i 11 « tatatffljj j 'Where Every Meal is a Banquet!" • tains « kt a takiljitato, Dtltaunujk TtaditianaC Tkaukag tirin s itisSiitatfc Day Dimt e <r iEd r tte VotaK kQKtBM ~MENU~ SaladBar»Turkey»Dressing«Ham«RoastBeef*RealMasbed ,/ Potatoes • Gravy • Squash • Green Beans • Sweet Potatoes • Dessert &, .2 j. Soft Drinks are Included! M* I Today! 11:30 AM *1:00 PM ’2:30 PM Reserve your Serving Time ? 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I find my self dismayed As K ramer presented the history of the IWh recession to a rural, hard-working, belt-tighten­ ing community, he seemed to overlook where we come from I do not think 1 speak alone when I say I remember the 1980s recession well As a young dairy farmer, wife and mother of five. I remem­ ber it very well. I also remember a large garden and a diet of wild game to sustain a family of seven Our home live frugally as they expect the taxpayers to do. This is not beyond those ofus walk­ ing "through the Valley." Kramer has asked for sug­ gestions. Mine, as you can guess, are.to trim fat from the top first to impact "our chil­ dren and future" less. We. the taxpayers, do our part, not only in paying Kim Kramer’s wage, which he seems to be forgetting, but also the wage of all others in administrative positions who, in my humble opinion, are grossly overpaid. If you, Mr. Kramer, were willing to set die example for sacrifice, imagine what could be accomplished. You cannot ask the taxpayers, teachers, custodians, etc., to heating source was wood tn save on costs. To survive, pay the bills, feed and clothe a family, keep the farm and eke out a living, we worked hard. In ed frugally and spent wisely. As I read in the Superintendent s Comer in particular. Kramer spoke of budget cuts that were made then, as well as being made now. however. I noticed one area of cuts that always seems to be overlooked and is being overlooked by Kramer, that being adminis­ tration Why are those who are in positions of authority unwilling to go home and sit down with their families and come up with a plan to elim­ inate the unnecessary and sacrifice if you are unwilling to do so yourself. If only it began at the top in this country; from our cur­ rent president, to our future president, our governors, senators, representatives and on down the line — where would our countrymen and women be willing to follow if only we had an example? I personally challenge Superintendent Kramer to step up to the plate and be the first. We in "die Valley" would be more willing to fol­ low if our leaders would lead by example. Tyfanie Garity, Vermontville Write us a letter! The Maple Valley News welcomes letters to the editor from readers, but there are a few conditions that must be met before they will be published. The requirements are: • All letters must be signed by the writer, with address and phone number provided for verification. All that will be printed is the writer’s name and community of residence. We do not publish anonymous letters, and names will be withheld at the editor’s discretion for compelling reasons only. • Letters serving the function of “cards of thanks” will not be accepted unless there is a compelling public interest, which will be determined by the editor. Bill Mason presents Alexandria Ermel with the stu­ dent of the month award. The Vermontville Lions Club and Maple Valley teachers and staff are pleased to name Alexandria Ermel as their student of the month for November. She is the daughter of Benjamin and Angela Ermel. Alexandria is in the eighth grade, and plays percussion in the band. She also likes floor hockey, reading, creat­ ing songs and poetry. Ermel’s favorite series is “Warriors. “The Vermontville Lions Club is very pleased to have Alexandria as its student of the month,” said club mem­ ber Bill Mason. Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Hearty Menu Monday, Nov. 24 Cabbage roll casserole with mozzarella cheese, green peas, • “Crossfire” letters between the same two people on mixed fruit, dinner roll. Tuesday, Nov. 25 • Letters that contain statements that are libelous or one issue will be limited to one for each writer. Baked pollock, rice, Calif, blend vegetables, succotash, slanderous will not be published. • In an effort to keep opinions varied, there is a limit of pineapple tidbits, jello. • All letters are subject to editing for style, grammar one letter per person per month. Wednesday, Nov. 26 and sense. Roast turkey w/gravy, mashed potatoes, green bean casse­ • We prefer handwritten letters to be printed legibly or • Letters that serve as testimonials for or criticisms of typed, double-spaced. role, com, pineapple and mandarin oranges, dinner roll. for-profit businesses will not be accepted. Thursday, Nov. 27 Thanksgiving Day. COA closed. No meal delivery. Friday, Nov. 28 Send your letters to: Editor c/o J-Ad Graphics, 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 COA closed. No meal delivery. or e-mail to: news@j-adgraphics.com • Letters that include attacks of a personal nature will not be published or will be edited heavily. Correction Nov/ Contracted With ••• A story about Nashville’s Wish-Upon-A-Star program which appeared in the Nov. 15 edition of The Maple Valley News included the wrong date. Volunteers are needed to help wrap gifts at 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 18, at Nashville United Methodist Church, 210 E. Washington St., Nashville. EYE & E.N.T. Specialists, PLC For Vision. For Hearing. For Health. Our patients and those waiting to become our patients do not have to wait any longer. As of November 6, 2008, our Eye Care Providers ... Kimberly J. Norris, MD, Ophthalmologist David D. Harrell, MD, Ophthalmologist Paul A. Brown, MD, Ophthalmologist Ann K. Hemmeke, OD, Optometrist Laura L. Kenyon, OD, Optometrist Jeffrey J. Kenyon, OD, Optometrist are all in-network with Davis Vision Plan. Thank you for your patience while we worked through the process of contracting with your vision plan. Call our office to schedule your appointment at any one of our three convenient locations. 1761 West M-43 Hwy. 9090 S. Rodgers Ct. 124 S. Cochran Hastings, MI 49058 Caledonia, M_I _4_9_3__1_6_ _C_h_a_r_lo_t_t,e, M_ l 4_8_8_1_3 269-945-3888 616-891-2001 800-307-8897 CALL 269-945-9554 any time for M.V. News Action-ads! Cold Menu Monday, Nov. 24 Cottage cheese, Spanish bean salad, fruit compete, whole wheat crackers. Tuesday, Nov. 25 Ground bologna, American cheese, marinated vegetables, diced peaches, hamburger bun. Wednesday, Nov. 26 Egg salad, sweet and sour carrots, mandarin oranges, wheat bread. Thursday, Nov. 27 Thanksgiving Day. COA closed. No meal delivery. Friday, Nov. 28 COA closed. No meal delivery. Activities Calendar Monday, Nov. 24: Hast-ings - Music with Sam; Crafts 10:30 a.m.; Tai Chi 1 p.m.; Card Making 12:30 p.m.; Kinship Care 6:30 p.m. Delton Birthday Party. H,W,N Reminiscence. Tuesday, Nov. 25: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m. GL 10:30-12:30 Cards. Wednesday, Nov. 26: Hastings - Thanksgiving Feast; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m.; Bible Study 12:30 p.m. Delton Reminiscence. Woodland - Nashville 5. Thursday, Nov.27: COA Closed. Happy Thanksgiv-ing. Friday, Nov. 28: COA Closed. Happy Shopping! Hansbarge Heating & Air Conditioning LICENSED INSURED Vermontville, IM I COLE HANSBARGER Owner RUUD David D Harrell. MD DO. OD OD. OD. Featuring Ruud Bas Furnaces and Air Conditioners. Full Line of Indoor Air Quality Products • FREE Estimates �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Saturday. November 22. 2008 - Page 7 The Pfeifers to be in Nashville Dec. 7 = OPEN: 7 DAYS A WEEK 24 HOURS XPRESS NASHVILLE The Pfeifers will be fea­ tured at Nashville the Baptist Church on Sunday, Dec. 7, musical during a special worship event, which will begin at 7 p.m. Since organizing more than two decades ago. The Pfeifers, who make their home in Washington Court House, Ohio, have enjoyed much success in recent years with performances at such locations as Dr. Jerry Falwell’s Thomas Road Baptist Church in Lynchburg, Va., as well as the Mickey Gilley Theatre in Branson, Mo. r ONE''"* Additionally, the group has In addition, the group’s been featured on a number weekly television program. of the Bill Bill Gaither The Pfeifers - Lifting Homecoming Tour concert Jesus, is delivered into dates and award winning homes across the country Gaither Homecoming via 20 television stations, videos. as well as the DISH The group’s Top 20 Network, Gospel Music releases include their mostt Television (GMT), the recent hits, “Father’s Angel One Channel and House,” “Back To My Sky Angel. Senses,” “I Will Trust This musical worship Him” and “Jumpin’ In.” event featuring The The Pfeifers have Pfeifers is geared for peoappeared on The Nashville ple of all ages. 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Eliminate athletic trans­ year since all extracurricular i terns c an not come out of the portation — $7,500 Not recommended at this general fu nd. time. Too many trips over • Shift to reduce one spe­ too many miles, during the cial education teacher — winter especially, to make $65,682 This one has already been students find their own done We have shifted one of way Must find some alterna­ our elementary special edu­ tive in the future. Either cation teachers to the high change leagues and play school to replace a teasher closer to home or eliminate who took an opening in the the number of games. Sixth grade camp — elementary So we cut one $1,494 teaching position. Maplewood Principal •Eliminate liaison officer Fred Davenport thinks he - $7,750. Not a good thing. This can find money from position helps us in two fundraiser to pay this cost. ways. Il helps when we get However, it does bring up a very important question: Do we create hardship for par­ SYNOPSIS ents, especially during these CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD tough economic times, by November 5, 2008 offering expensive extra-cur­ Recited the Pledge ricular things like this camp CaSad to order by Supervisor and the senior trip? Maybe J. Cooley All board members were pres some parents would be ent grateful that they were not There were six people from the put in the position of having public in attendance ra, not classwork, like physi al education and ath Jetics Either way, we arc to have to look at this schedule "B’ pay on next year's budget to come up with money to Operation glitches are often send their kids on these trips. solved quickly. Ifthis person •Reduce two non-instruc- were not available, then it tional aides, one elementary will mean delays and frustra­ and one secondary — tion. We are choosing our person rather than the sup­ $18,363 $9,182 This can only be done part port person we lease from way. We can reduce the our network company, sim­ hours in the elementary to ply because of the added equal one position. We can­ costs in retirement, FICA. not do this at the high school. etc. •Eliminate winter home­ There are major supervision problems as we wait for the coming, senior trip and busses at the end of the day. prom (class advisors) — We will make adjustments to $3,000 eliminate one position at the Right now, the advisors, secondary level on next to which this dollar amount year’s budget. is attributed, are working to •Eliminate driver educa­ find funding in other ways to tion subsidies — $1,200 make up this difference. So This cut has been coming we move this amount to the for three years. Our superior saving side, but the pro­ quality program has been grams will continue. mostly self-sufficient for the Eliminate half-time cur­ past two years. We still have riculum director — $17,443 indirect administrative and Not now. There are some direct support such as using out there who think that all our vans last year. the work done by this person We simply cannot contin­ could be shifted to the ue to indirectly fund even teacher leaders. Simply, this this small amount when pri­ cannot, and unfortunately, will not happen. In order for vate programs are available. •Eliminate technology the staffto do this work, they would have to be out of their para-pro — $7,473 This is going to hurt us in classrooms 20-pius times a the long run since this person 'year in order to attend State helps our staff a great deal. curriculum information Our staff is still learning to meetings. use the technology. Often Teachers do not have they just need a quick update enough time now to stay on and this person helps. top of curriculum changes. This would hurt the district that it does not come close to more in the long run than paying for itself. We firmly any other cut. The hurt believe that the quality ofthe would be seen in our stu­ program would have eventu­ dent’s academic perform­ ally brought in enough cus­ ance. If we must, then the tomers to make it profitable. current person has volun­ It is happening in other dis­ teered to leave at the end of tricts, and we know the need the year in order to save is there. Right now, this is other programs. (I’m just too big a subsidy to pay telling you this is not good when we are faced with cut­ for the district educational­ ting other programs. If we are forced to eliminate our ly) •Freeze technology and specials (art, music, etc.) there wiH be rooms available supplies purchases $35,000 This is taking a portion of inside Fuller and then the what is remaining in the program would not have to technology and building sup­ spend $7,000-plus for utili­ ply budgets and freezing ties. •New item: Closing four them. Enough is left to hope­ fully get us through the year. portables — $30,000 As a result of our last •Administration give back board meeting, staffbegan to 1 percent raises $3,502 The administrators agree brainstorm. It was suggested that if this will save a pro­ that we look at moving pro­ gram or two for kids then grams into the schools from portables, thus shutting they are willing to do this. Reduce secretary al alter­ down these energy-ineffi­ native to half-time — $8,707 cient buildings. This idea Not mid-year. This will swept the buildings and was take some shifting of staff in immediately acted upon. We order to properly cover the have already moved three office. It is on the docket for classes at the high school next year; then these changes and one at alternative educa­ can be put into place. tion, saving the energy costs. •Daycare program — Above items with an $19,451 asterisk total $198,454, leav­ This is simply a case of ing a deficit of $269,980, this program being so new reported Kramer. Approved the agenda as print­ ed Minutes from the October meeting were approved as print­ ed Accepted the treasurer's report as printed Approved the bills In the amount of $8,394.08. There were no unfinished busi­ ness. Committee reports were given and placed on file. Approved the snowplowing bid from Ewing Garden Center. Set the annual date with the Road Commission. Elections were discussed. Correspondence was viewed by the board and the public it they wished. Public comment was heard. J. Cooley received a Tribute from Brian Calley's office for his years of service. Putnam Library would like to do a newsletter. Heard board comments. The Fire and EMS depart­ ments and Boards along with the Village of Nashville and Maple Grove Township surprised J. Cooley with balloons, cake, and ice cream. They also presented him with a coat for his many years of service. Adjournment. Lorna L. Wilson, Clerk Attested to by: Supervisor J. Cooley oosbowg Financial aid meeting set At 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 8, Maple Valley High School seniors and their parents or guardians are invited to attend a financial aid presentation in PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertiainf in thia news­ paper i» aubjeci to the Pair Housing Act and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertiiw “any preference, limitation ot ducrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial statin, 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. 06663312 ATTENTION VERMONTVILLE VILLAGE RESIDENTS NOTICE - PUBLIC HEARING A Public Hearing has been scheduled for 630 pm, December 4,2008 before the Regular Council Meeting at 7:00 pm at the Village Office, for the purpose of discussing adoption of the 2009 Budget. A copy of the budget 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 OF THIS HEARING. Public comments, either oral or written, are welcome at the Public Hearing. Handicapped persons needing assistance or aid should contact the Village Office during regular working hours forty eight hours prior to the meeting. Shirley Harmon Village Clerk the high school auditorium. The guest speaker, Libby Jean, is a financial aid expert from Olivet College. Jean will address the finan­ cial aid process in detail, including an in-depth look at the pitfalls encountered in fill­ ing out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). FAFSA applica­ tions and Web worksheets will be available at the meet­ ing, along with other financial aid resources. There will also be time for questions and answers at the end ofthe pres- Coats and winter wear available at MVCCOH Coats and winter clothing for people of all ages are available at no cost at the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope located at 233 N. Main St in Nashville. Items will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Items are available now through Tuesday, Nov. 25, at the center. Appointments are required. Call 269-838-6728 for an appointment on Sunday, Nov. 23. Other dates are available by calling the Nashville United Methodist Church at 517-852­ 2043 or 852-0685. VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE RESIDENTS THE LAST DA FOR BRUSH AND LEAF PICKUP WILL DECEMBER 1ST 06680 06680605 entation. “We hope to see you at this informational meeting. As you well know, the senior year is a pivotal time for students,” said high school counselor Dawn Yager. “Important decisions are being made, and having accurate information is the key to making good decisions that may impact your child’s future.” For additional information, call the counseling office 517­ 852-9275 or e-mail dyager@mvs.kl2.mi.us. Be SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS Maple Valley Elementary Lunch Menu Monday, Nov. 24 Cheesie Chic. & Rice. Tuesday, Nov. 25 Cook’s Choice. Wednesday, Nov. 26 No School. Thursday, Nov. 27 Happy Thanksgiving. No School. Friday, Nov. 28 No School. NOTE: Fuller Alternative Entree Choices: Peanut butter and jelly sandwich, honey and peanut butter sandwich. Maplewood Alternative Entree Choices: 6 oz. Yogurt w/string cheese, chef salad, peanut butter and jelly sandwich. Maplewood offers a variety of healthy snacks for 50 cents each (cash only: quarters or dollars only). Milk is included with all full meal purchases. Assort-ed bread choices daily. Breakfast price: $130; Lunch price: $1.90; Adult price: $2.75; milk only: $.45. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Monday, Nov. 24 Chic./Cheesie Rice. Broccoli, mandarin oranges. Salad Bar. Tuesday, Nov. 25 Cook’s choice. Wednesday, Nov. 26 No School. Thursday, Nov. 27 Happy Thanksgiving. No School. Friday, Nov. 28 No School. NOTE: Entree’s available daily: cheeseburger, variety of chicken sandwiches, pizza, peanut butter and jelly sandwich, fish sandwich, honey and peanut butter sandwich, 6 oz. yogurt w/string cheese. Side choices available daily: garden salad, juice, fresh fruit. Milk is included with all full meal purchases. Seconds avail­ able on vegetables at no additional charge. Assorted bread choices daily. Breakfast price: $1.45; Lunch price: $2.25-$2.50; Adult prices: $2.75-$3.00. Milk only: $.45. �n ?n{, ,K »> sSJs. »tA foX? UL * l ” Lu <1^ 'i; %•*? XXL 8L * ?* "«’’*XX< ><' K, 5*^ 11k ‘kS> JJsl}* Ssl}>* ’-to ■ Wk,s' ’^kkjjjs' bt »i*. »!i*.« w ^. tt*S S»**T *»* ’^WHu.’ <• ■&* ^lipkVjlkj BlinW.h it MijiH Mq,W jaW ^<•* ss® ’ .. idalJinP 1 In My Own Write by Sandra Ponsetto Remember to be thankful even for times of trouble Thursday, families all across the nation will gather together to celebrate Thanksgiving. This is a time to share a meal and to pause and be thankful for all the blessings we have received throughout the year — friends, family, a job, food on the table and a roof over our heads. For a lot of peo­ ple, times are tough; they’ve lost their jobs and are wor­ ried about how they are going to pay their rent or mortgage and keep food on the table. I’ve been there; I know the worry that keeps you up at night and the cold twist of fear that clutches your heart. But, through the years I’ve learned to be thankful for my times of trouble because some of my greatest blessings arc the result of my greatest trials. Five years ago, I wrote about the time my husband and I found ourselves with­ out jobs and as I was dealing with the loss of my beloved grandmother. This year, I want to look back even fur­ ther, 17 years to when was expecting my first child. I was excited when I found out I was pregnant, but just a week or two later, an increasing sense of unease, caused me to call my doctor to schedule an appointment. Call it women’s intuition, call it Divine intervention, call it whatever you will, but I knew I had to see a doctor, and soon. When the recep­ tionist refused to schedule an appointment saying that it was unnecessary to have a prenatal exam before 12 weeks’ gestation, I lied, making up symptoms I knew would get me into the doc­ tor's office immediately. An hour later, I was sitting in an examination room while the doctor, who would never win an award for his bedside manner, told me that while I didn’t have any ofthe symptoms I mentioned on the phone, there was obvi­ ously something wrong. He proceeded to rattle off a list of possible medical problems each worse than the last and ending with rapidly spread­ ing cancer, and the coup de grace as he walked out the door — “Oh, and you might not even be pregnant.” 1 was devastated. I remem­ ber stumbling from the doc­ tor's office in tears and going to Pennock Hospital where I was scheduled for an imme­ diate ultrasound. Somehow, between sobs, I managed to choke down the required amount of water. The ultrasound technician was very kind but made it clear that while she would answer questions about the procedure, she couldn’t and wouldn't interpret what the test showed. I would have to wait and get my results from the specialist my doctor had referred me to. I couldn’t make out any of the blurry images on the screen, but my eyes were constantly drawn to a tiny, rapidly flickering light that seemed to have nothing to do with the indecipherable gray swirls on the rest of the screen. “What’s that bright flash­ ing light?” I finally asked. “This one?” she asked, pointing to the tiny light I nodded. “That's your baby’s heart beat,” she said with a smile before turning back to her task. My own heart felt like it was going to leap out of my chest, and I felt the most overwhelming sense of love that I have ever experienced before or since. I had a baby; it had a heart and I could see it beating. Nothing mattered but that tiny light fluttering as fast as a hummingbird’s wings. Pennock lflA.W (^SERVICES JjZLZ <r *>> Zv v ,z>i z>i , > Registered Nurses Family Birthing Center T\vo full-time opportunities! Must be RN with current Michigan license and strong patient care skills. OB RN certification, OB experience and at least one year of Med/Surg experience are highly preferred. Pennock offers excellent benefits including a superior working environment Later, the specialist told me that while I was indeed pregnant I had several rapid­ ly growing tumors and they couldn’t rule out cancer unless they did a biopay; I would have to have surgery. If I didn’t my life and the baby’s could be in danger. After listening to him explain the procedure. I asked, “What about my baby?" “It may or may not survive the surgery. If it doesn’t we’ll do a D and C,” he said matter-of-factly. Then you’d better pray I never wake up, I thought The words ripped through my brain. I had to clutch the edge of the examination table and bite my lips to keep the words from flying from my mouth. I had never felt such intense anger and hatred. Even as I was shocked by my visceral response, I realized that for the first time in my life, I loved someone more than myself. I knew that I didn’t want to live in a world without that tiny shim­ mering light, and I knew beyond a shadow of doubt I would give my life to protect it. Fortunately the biopsy showed that the tumors were benign. Several months later, as I was coming out of anes­ thesia after an emergency Cscction and I finally looked into the unfathomable depths of my daughter’s eyes, I rec­ ognized her immediately. Why wouldn’t I? I already knew her; months earlier I had fallen in love with the very beat of her heart. The years have passed, and my daughter has grown into a beautiful, kind and loving young woman, and I feel blessed to be called her mother. Looking back, I am even grateful for the problem pregnancy because now I realize that it was only when I saw my daughter's heart for the first time that I truly dis­ covered mine. It taught me the kind of love it takes to be a mother, and for that. I will always be thankful. Maple Valley soccer team improves its own facilities The Maple Valley varsity boys' soccer team took the time on Sunday, Nov. 16, to paint the concession stand building at the Fuller Street Soccer Field. The paint was donated by varsity soccer coach Josh Meersma. Putnam library plans Festival of Trees Families are invited to visit Putnam District Library in Nashville for a special event at 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 29, when the library will hold its official tree lighting to begin A Putnam Classic Christmas. More than 20 miniature trees will be on display as part of the Festival of Trees. Each tree has been decorated by a local business or organ­ ization, reflecting their theme or showing a way that they contribute to the community. The library’s larger tree is decorated with classic book ornaments. Each ornament is an invitation for the commu­ nity to sponsor a new or replacement book for the library’s collection Light refreshments will be served during this hour-long open house, and all are welcome. The Festival of Trees will continue through the New Year's holiday, and the pub­ lic is welcome to view the trees during regular library hours. However, two other special viewing times are planned. From 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 9. Santa will jHOMETOW I’M 1 U ADRIA/ L111U 1111 M11 BEDRD& ffi. i. U H RRDIWA/ARDDE D 219 S. State to Nashville 517-852-0882 No matter what the season, Emax Plus high performance glass is working round the clock to save you energy and keep you comfortable! For information on this promotion or any ofour other quality products please call our office. Find out move and apply online: wwwpcnnor k health-corn Email resume: susank@pennockhealth.com In person: Pennock Human Resources 1009 W. Green St. Hastings. MI 49058 visit the library and all arc welcome to bring their letters and cameras for this event. On Saturday, Dec. 13, the library will adjust its normal hours so it can be open before and during the Village of Nashville's Christmas Parade. The library will be open that day from 2 to 5 p.m. Regular library hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday and Wednesday; 3 to 8 p.m. Tuesday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday; and 9 a.m. to noon Saturday. by ViWinTech �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, November 22, 2008 — Page 10 Local COA offers help for choosing 2009 Medicare prescription drug plan With the open enrollment for Medicare prescription drug coverage (Part D) starting Nov. 15 and contin­ uing through Dec. 31, now is the time for people to start comparing plan choic­ es. Almost all plans will make some changes for 2009, and some plans will no longer exist. 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This gap - known as the “doughnut hole” - is the period during which people with a Medicare prescrip­ tion drug plan Eave to pay 100 percent of their drug costs, which in 2008 is more than $2,700. If a person’s income falls below 150 percent of the Federal Poverty Level ($1,300 a month for an indi­ vidual or $1,750 a month for a couple), the person or couple could qualify for Extra Help, a subsidy for people with limited income and resources. The MMAP counselor will help people who qualify complete an online application for Extra Help. People with Medicaid will automatically receive Extra Help, and will have no gap in drug coverage. Finding the best prescrip­ tion drug plan each individ­ ual situation can be found by using Medicare’s Plan Finder at www.medicare.gov, by GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 269-945-9554 to start getting all the news ofBarry County. calling 1-800-Medicare or by calling the Barry County Commission on Aging at 269-948-4856 and making an appointment on Tuesday or Thursday with a coun­ selor. COUNSELORS CORNER by Valerie Hynes McCaul Important college informationfor seniors At 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 8, in the high school audi­ torium, seniors and their parents will have the oppor­ tunity to hear a financial aid presentation by a finan­ cial aid expert from Olivet College. Important finan­ cial aid issues will be discussed such as information about the FAFSA form and how to fill it out, sources for funding your child's education and scholarships. A question and answer time will follow the presentation. Bullying class completed Counselor Valerie Hynes McCaul completed a series ofbullying classes with Cindi Krolik’s academ­ ic center students. The issues of teasing, taunting, sex­ ual harassment, bullying and personal responsibility were covered. The kids were very receptive and did a great job working on the unit. Career preparation opportunity Monday, Dec. 1, during the school day, all sopho­ mores and juniors will have the opportunity to view a presentation about programs available at the Career Preparation Center at Lansing Community College. More than 20 programs are available to students and provide an opportunity to earn both high school and college credits. These programs also offer students the opportunity for career exploration. On Wednesday, Dec. 16, students who are interested in these programs will have an opportunity to see them first-hand at LCC Junior high dance The Christmas dance for junior high students will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 5. Kids are to look their best, and it is required that they have fun. Report cards are coming and so is the dentist We are a third of the way through the year already. Report cards will be coming home with your child. The cards should be going out the end of the second week in December. Attached to the report card will be an application for the Michigan Mobile Dentists pro­ gram which Mrs. Benedict has been working on. Be sure to return the application. It is a great opportunity for our kids. The new trimester Monday is the start of the second trimester for kids. It is a fresh start and a new opportunity to do their very best. Please encourage them to work hard and turn in daily assignments. It is very helpful for stu­ dents to have a homework table at home where they can keep basic school supplies and an organizer. Research shows that once a homework area is estab­ lished and the student gets into the habit of a nightly homework schedule, grades go up. Give it a try this 'tri' and let’s watch our kids’ success rates climb. FFA, continued from page 1 spent the entire day at the convention center, with some attending the sessions all day, some going to the career show and FFA Mega Mall, and a select few going to the “Bodies” exhibit. The last day at the con­ vention was Saturday and though everyone was excit­ ed to go home and see their friends and families, every­ body knew this was one experience they would not soon forget. Attending their last ses­ sion, everybody waited eagerly for the four Maple Valley recipients to walk across the stage and get their American FFA Degree. This degree is the highest an FFA member can receive. As soon as the names of Michigan degree recipients were read, the group boarded the bus and headed for home. "All in all, convention was an amazing experi­ ence. I really think it brought us closer together as a group. 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Broadway St. Lowell, Ml 49331 (616) 897-9261 FOX (616) 897-4809 �Just Say 'Al Advertised m the Maple Valley News' Saturday, November 22 2008 - Page 12 Alternative heating sources pose danger to residents Protection Association sur­ vey found that about 48 percent ofhouseholds plan to use alternative heating sources to reduce their bills this winter. “It is understandable that people. trapped between a tough economy and escalating energy prices, are looking for ways to reduce costs.” Pete Kuhnmuench, executive director, for the Insurance Institute of Michigan, said. “However, it is more important that people take With many people plan­ ning to use alternative heating sources this winter due to the increasing cost of home heating fuels. Michigan residents are encouraged to take extra precautions to reduce the chances of becoming a fire casualty. Home beating sources are the third leading cause of all residential fires. However, that figure may increase after a recent sur­ vey by the American Red Cross and National Fire Cam pbell's Country Crafts , 20th A Annual Holiday Open Housed^ NEWrClearance Room, Penonalized Cbrutmat liulbi November 28th & 29th 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Come Shop for Chri Happy Holidayifrom Campbt 7527 Vermontville Nary., Vermontville (6.2 miles West of M-50) Follow the Signs _________ 517-726-0269 GREEN LIGHT DRIVING SCHOOL uc 301 N. Main (M-66), Nashville 517-852-0000 $285 $40 Segment I Segment II Dec. 1 - Dec. 18 Nov. 24-26 Segment 1 weekend class starts January 3rd. IVe partner with parents for SAFE teen drivers!! www.greenlightdriving.net the necessary precautions to protect themselves and their families from the devastation of a home fire.” Following are some safety tips for heating with alternative sources: clean pipes and chimneys annually and check month­ ly for damage or obstruc­ tions. Be sure to keep com­ bustible objects at least three feet away from the wood stove. Wood stoves Buy only heaters with the Underwriter's Laboratory (UL) safety listing. Check to make sure it has a thermostat control mechanism and will switch off automatically if the heater falls over. Heaters are not dryers or tables; don't dry clothes or store objects on top of the heater. Space heaters need space; keep combustibles at least three feet away. Always unplug the electric space heater when it is not Wood stoves cause more than 9,000 residential fires every year. Carefully fol­ low the manufacturer's installation and mainte­ nance instructions. Look for solid construction, such as plate steel or cast iron. Check for cracks and inspect legs, hinges and door seals for smooth joints and seams. Use only seasoned wood for fuel, not green wood, artificial logs or trash. Inspect and Electric space heaters in use. Kerosene heaters Buy only UL-approved heaters and check with a local fire department on the legality of kerosene heater use. Never fill the heater with gasoline or camp stove fuel; both flare up easily. Only use crystal clear K-l kerosene. Never overfill any portable heater. Use the kerosene heater in a well-ventilated room. Fireplaces Fireplaces regularly build up creosote in their chimneys. They need to be cleaned out frequently, and chimneys should be inspected for obstructions and cracks to prevent deadly chimney and roof MVCC0H seeks Santa’s Workshop donations Volunteers at the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope are asking the commu­ nity to help make Christmas a little brighter for families in need by donating new or gently used children’s toys, games as well as gifts for adults for the center’s annual Santa’s Workshop, which is scheduled for 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 20. During Santa’s Workshop, parents of children who might otherwise go without will go to one part of the community center to pick out and wrap a gift for each child while volunteers in another part of the building will help children select and wrap a gift for their parents and cre­ ate a Christmas craft. New and gently used donations may be dropped off at the MVCCOH, 233 N. Main St., Nashville from 9 to 11 a.m. Tuesday, or 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday and Wednesday at Nashville United Methodist Church, 210 E. Washington St., Nashville. For more information, call 517-852-2043. fires. Check to make sure the damper is open before starting any fire. Never bum trash, paper or green wood in the fireplace. These materials cause heavy creosote buildup and are difficult to control. Use a screen heavy enough to stop rolling logs and big enough to cover the entire opening of the fireplace to catch flying sparks. Make sure the fire is completely out before leaving the house or going to bed. Store cooled ashes in a tightly sealed metal con­ tainer outside the home. Also, smoke detectors should be on every floor of a home. Smoke alarms that are properly installed and maintained play a vital role in reducing fire deaths and injuries and have con­ tributed to an almost 50 percent decrease in fire deaths since the late 1970s. Headquartered in Lansing, IIM is a nonprof­ it government affairs and public information associ­ ation. The association sponsors a number of information and education programs for consumers, such as the Insurance Information Hotline, a tollfree service (1-800-777­ 8005) to help state resi­ dents get answers to insur­ ance questions. IIM can also be found on the Web at www.iiminfo.org. This Christmas Shop Downtown Hastin on Thornaprf the cover Hastings, and you’llfind there’s more to explore this holiday season. Make your shopping and dining experience a very special one this season by discovering the vibrant charm of our unique shops & restaurants. Join us Friday, December 5th for our 2nd annual Christmas Art Hop at 11 downtown businesses, 5-8pm. Shop Downtown Hastings ... where the Holidays begin! � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/822/MapleValleyNews_2008-11-29.pdf c01a0af9e40fbc7ad2734507087f7bb5 PDF Text Text MVN Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 136-No. 48, November 29, 2008 Maple Valley Board of Education makes mid-year budget cuts by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer During a special meeting Monday evening, the Maple Valley Board of Education went through a list of Superintendent Kim Kramer’s recommendations for mid-year cuts, item by item. Board members fol­ lowed Kramer’s recommen­ dations in some areas and disregarded it in others. In the end, the board approved cuts totaling $224,604, which is $26,150 more than the cuts recommended by Kramer. However, the board still has $243,830 of the $468,434 deficit remaining, which will have to be dealt with through further cuts or by taking money from the district’s general fund. Budget cutting measures made by the board included: Eliminating game manage­ ment, $1,500; school liaison officer, $7,750; two non- instructional aides, $9,182; driver’s education subsidies, $1,200; one technical para­ professional $7,473; winter homecoming, senior trip and prom advisors, $3,000; one part-time curriculum direc­ tor, $17,443; freezing tech­ nological purchases, $35,000; reducing alterna­ tive education secretary to half-time $8,707; eliminat­ ing the daycare/latchkey program, $19,451; and clo­ sure of four portable class­ rooms, $30,000. Spared by the board were half-time junior high school counselor, $19,891; junior high sports, $11,756; spring and summer music, $4,214; musical, $4,333; and athletic transportation, $7,500. Before the board made its decisions, Kramer addressed the board, members of the community, and teachers and staff in the audience. “Two months ago, we knew we would be in trouble because of our student count, the loss of 85 stu­ dents, and we began discus­ sions asking the community, staff and board for their ideas,” said Kramer. “In October, I asked the board if we should make cuts or take money from our savings account (general fund).” Kramer said that a straw poll at the regular October meeting indicated that board members did not want to make mid-year cuts but wanted to look at a variety of things and try to find cre­ ative alternatives to deal with the deficit. Based on their discussion, Kramer put together a list of potential items that could be reduced or eliminated, which was presented at the regular November meeting. Based on comments and recom­ mendations from the com­ munity, teachers, staff and the board, Kramer said he revised his list of recom­ mended cuts and presented it to the board Monday night. Some of the items listed above were taken care of prior to the meeting. Cuts that already had been made or those not needing a vote of the board were: Elimination of half-time high school secretary, $6,900; shifting to reduce one special education teacher, $65,682; the sum­ mer agriculture program, $6,320; sixth grade camp, $1,494; and administration returning 1 percent raises, $3,502. The high school secretary was already removed from the budget because she had requested a leave of absence, and administration decided not to fill her position but rather assigned her duties to other secretaries. Kramer said he did not anticipate the post would be on next year’s budget. Similarly, the special edu­ cation teaching staff was reduced by one position when an elementary special education teacher was shift­ ed to the high school to replace a teacher who took an opening in the elemen­ tary, eliminating one posi­ tion. The summer agricultural program was not eliminated from the school program, rather, agriculture teacher Aaron Saari found alterna­ tive funding through the Eaton Intermediate School District (EISD). Likewise, Maplewood Elementary Principal Fred Davenport was able to find alternative funding allowing all students to attend sixth grade camp again this year. Finally, administrators had already volunteered to return their 1 percent raises, and since it is an administra­ tive issue there was no need for the board to vote on it. During public comments, after a member of the audi­ ence likened Maple Valley administration to the Michigan Legislature, whose members voted to give themselves large pay increases while the state struggles to balance its budget, Kramer defended his staff saying that the adminis­ tration, school principals and central office staffhave seen their share of cuts as well. “Building administration and the central office have been restructured. We’ve eliminated staff, reduced salaries and switched insur­ ance. In the last two years we have cut $130,000 from administration, that’s 22 per­ cent — more than any other B.O.E., continued on page 8 Bible Actors group to present Dickens’ Christmas Carol Local church sponsors UA Christmas Carol" production The story of the Charles Dickens’ classic, A Christmas Carol, will come to life at 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13, at the Vermontville The cast rehearses a scene for the upcoming production. The cast and crew trav­ el across the state to perform full-length productions as part of the nonprofit group Bible Actors Productions. Opera House. The production, sponsored by the Vermontville United Methodist Church, tells the story of Ebenezer Scrooge and his journey into the meaning of Christmas. Bible Actors Productions, a nonprofit organization, will be performing the story and is currently celebrating its 10th anniversary. The group has developed 12 full-length productions that have been performed throughout Michigan. Pat Smith helped organize the event for the Vermontville church and has been working for more than a year fb bring Bible Actors Productions to town. "Last year in December, one of the ladies in our church had a vision to resur­ rect our “Christmas by Candlelight” dinner that we had so successfully done in the past at the opera house," wrote Smith in a recent e­ mail. At a chance meeting with one of the members of Bible Actors, Smith learned about the organization’s work, and it seemed the per­ fect fit for their event. Due to budget constraints, the Christmas by Candlelight has been pushed back, though Smith said the oppor­ tunity to present such a good-quality show was hard to pass up. "Upon prayerful consider­ ation, the Lord spoke to me and said, ‘Let's not throw the baby out with the bathwater — there's a great opportunity here.’ We still had the opera house reserved, and the Bible Actors were still scheduled for us on Dec. 13. We can See CHRISTMAS CAROL, page? The story of Charles Dickens’ classic character of Ebenezer Scrooge comes to life during the Bible Actors Production of “A Christmas Carol.” The show will take place Saturday, Dec. 13, at the Vermontville Opera House and is free to attend. In This Issue • Community band announces new concerts, full holiday lin-up • Fuller Street Buddy Readers begins • High School leadership class holds annual food drive • HGB Auxiliary donates cataract sur­ gery unit �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, November 29, 2008 — Page 2 Fuller Street Buddy Readers begins Jakob Harwood, Wyatt Baird, Duncan Seume, Levi Roush, Giacinto Lucci, Owen Bailey and Dekota Wagner gather around a table to read and look at books. Taryn Medina, Michaela Cheeseman, Rian Rumsey and Katie Cheeseman sit at a table and read together. The morning Early 4s pro­ gram at Fuller Street Elementary in Nashville has begun its Buddy Reader pro­ gram with Amy Billings’ third grade class. “This is a great opportuni­ ty for our children to get another literacy experience,” said Early 4s teacher Shannon Powers. “We are lucky to have such wonderful third grade students read to our students.” The Reading Buddies will continue to visit the early 4s classroom every Thursday Kolton Pierce, Jacob Brass and Joshua Brass and read together. ‘Diana’s D^ace MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS The American Red Cross is hoping area res­ idents will give the gift of blood during the holi­ day season. Mulberry Gardens Open Tuesday - Friday S.E. Comer ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 Restaurant, 955 N. Main St., Nashville, will be the site of a drive from 1 to 6:45 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 11. Blood donors must be LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE 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 & 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. 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 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. . GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Cal! 269-945-9554 to start getting all the news ofBarry County. Nashville blood drive set for Dec. 11 The Place to Gofor Professional Styling ABUNDANT GRACE WORLD OUTREACH CENTER for the remainder of the school year. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St, Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG Wed. 5:30 p.m................... Family Supper 6:00-7:15............................. Pioneer Club Sun: 9:00..................................... Sunday 10: 00.............................................. Church 11: 00...................................... Fellowship 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 PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School: 930 am. Adult Sunday School 10:50 am. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Senrices 9:00 & 1030 am. Sunday School for All Ages .. .10:30 am. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road ool (1/2 mile East ot M-66, nrice 5 ml. south ofNashville) Sunday School 10 a.m. A.M. Service..................... 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service ............................ 6 p.rti. 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 at least 17 years of age, weigh a minimum of 110 pounds and be in good general health to donate. For more information PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship................... 8:30 a.m Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN 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 NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................. 11:15 a.m. PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN 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 on a blood drive in any ofthe 65 counties served by the Great Lakes Region, call 800-GIVELIFE, or 800-448-3543. 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 .. .6:30 p.m. AWANA................. 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 930 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, November 29,2008 — Page 3 Community band announces new concerts, full holiday line-up The Maple Valley-Ionia Community Band has a full schedule of holiday concerts in the upcoming weeks. A new concert, a collaboration with the Portland Orchestral Society is planned, along with a variety of other events. For more than 20 years, the Maple Valley-Ionia Community Band has entertained crowds across Michigan with its music. The group is currently gearing up for a full sched­ ule of holiday events in local communities. New this season, the all­ volunteer band will collab­ orate with the Portland Orchestral Society for a holiday concert at 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13. The event will take place at the Portland Playhouse on Main Street, Portland. At 6 p.m. Friday, Dec. 5, the band will take part in the Ionia Christmas Parade. Just two days later, the group will play Christmas melodies both open to new members, and old and new at .the 3 p.m. there are no auditions to Maple Valley Christmas join. Concert in the high school Musicians travel from gym. Maple Valley’s high Belding, Ionia, school, jazz and junior Vermontville, Greenville, high bands also will be Grand Rapids and many featured in the concert. other surrounding areas to On Sunday, Dec. 14, the take part in the tradition of band will perform another the Maple Valley - Ionia joint concert, this time Community Band. To find out more about with the Ionia Community Choir. The concert will the band and upcoming take place at 7 p.m. at events, visit www.ioniWatt Auditorium in Ionia. amvdcommunityband.blog All of the concerts are spot.com or e-mail comfree and open to the pub­ munityband@hotmail.com lic. The Maple Valley Ionia Community Band is Rehearsals are held comprised of musicians of Tuesday evenings at 7:30 all ages who enjoy creat­ p.m. in the Ionia High ing music with their School band room. instruments. The band is Maple Valley leadership students attend conference Maple Valley High School leadership students who attended a Kalamazoo Valley Association leadership conference in Olivet earlier this month include (front row, from left) Adam Zank, Megan Shoemaker, Kamey Gibbs, Jenna Williams, (back) Zach Melville and Cassie Wessner. Six Maple Valley High School leadership students, accompanied by high school counselor Dawn Yager, attended a leadership conference in Olivet Tuesday, Nov. 25. They joined students from other Kalamazoo Valley The Holly Trolley will be in Nashville Saturday, Dec. 13, for the Christmas parade. The Association schools including parade will start at 4 p.m. on Washington Street, proceed south on Main Street and end at the Olivet, Pennfield, Schoolcraft, Kalamazoo Christian and VFW Hall. After the parade, the trolley will pick up passengers at Central Park from 4 to 5:30 p.m. for Kalamazoo Hackett at the con­ a ride around town to see the Christmas displays. There will be hot chocolate and goodies for ference hosted by Jostens the ride. Speaker Mike Smith, who estabThe Holly Trolley is being sponsored by the Nashville Police Department and the Nashville lished Difference Makers Ltd. Neighborhood Watch program. Smith emphasized the impor­ tance ofenthusiastically promot­ ing personal responsibility, posi­ HASTINGS 4 tive self-awareness and individ­ ual power while helping people www.GQTI.com Goodrich realize the benefits of strong 'UALITY 269-205-4900 relationships with their class­ ^EATERS ow r« ,n mates, school community and Rocking Soots * All Digital Sound families through involvement Free Drink Refills • 254 com refills with leadership skills and coThe Barry County wants to remind curricular activities. (More Humane Society will everyone that all out­ information can be found at difbe offering free straw side animals need ferencemakers.com.) 'Tm just pleased that Josten's for doghouses on proper shelter, with except adult evening hosts this leadership series for Saturday, Dec. 6, warm, dry bedding. from 9 a.m. to noon. Straw works well our students. It is a wonderful opportunity for our students to GIFT CARDS The straw will be because it does not meet other students in our league available at the box office available on a first- retain moisture, as Holly Trolley to visit Nashville again this year Straw available through Barry County Humane Society $4.25to$4.75 ALL SEATS Now thru Jan. 4 'bonus $1.00 concession coupon for every $10.00 in gift cards) (S) Stadium Seating O No passes SHOWTIMES 11/28 -12/4 ©FOUR CHRISTMASES (PG-13) FRI/SAT/SUN/TUE 12:40,2:45,4:50,6:55, 9:00 MON/WED/TH 4:50,6:55,9:00 O® TWILIGHT (PG-13) FRI/SAT/SUN/TUE11:00,1:40,4:20,7:00, 9:40 MON/WED/TH 4:20,7:00,9:40 0©BOLT(PG) FRI/SAT/SUN/TUE 11:40,2:00,4:10,6:30, 8:50 MON/WED/TH 4:10,6:30,8:50 with $3 00 purchase ot 46oz bag of buttery yp popcorn p come, first-served basis at Barry County Animal Control, located at 540 N. Industrial Park Dr. in Hastings. Questions should be directed to the Humane Society at 269-945-0602. With cold, wet weather here, the Humane Society blankets or towels do. Also, owners should check ani­ mals’ water twice a day for ice. All ani­ mals need fresh, open water everyday (snow is not a substi­ tute). Extra food should be considered for outside animals in cold weather. and the surrounding area with similar interests,” said Maple Valley High School leadership teacher Norma Jean Acker. "It really helped me get out of my comfort zone,” said leader­ ship student Megan Shoemaker. "The motivational speaker really put things in perspective for me,” added Jenna Williams. Fellow leadership student Adam Zank agreed, saying “He delivered a great message with­ out any gimmicks." "Mike Smith got everyone involved," added Cassie Wessner. Kamey Gibbs and Zach Melville said they came away from the conference with more self confidence and ideas to get Maple Valley students more involved in the school and the community. JX^ssage q) herapv 1 f Parchase all (4) Massage Gift Certificates at once between 11/15/08 -12/31/08 • (4) 30 min. = 050.00 (Regular (1) 30 min. = 020.00) All Certificates expire 3/20/09 Come to Nashville Chiropractic Center 307 N. Main St., Nashville, MI 49073 or Please Call (517) 852-2070 SORRY NO Credit or Debit Cards ojUank You and Have a Happy Holiday Qeason 06680381 IfYou See ennie Currier On December 3 Wish Her A Happy Birthday! I Love, Your Family �Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, November 29, 2008 — Page 4 Nashville Village Council hears discussion to turn zoning over to county n4UVW<^w by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer During Tuesday’s meeting of the Nashville Village Council, Ron Bracy and Orvin Moore, members of the Nashville Village Planning Commission, once again brought a discussion of turning the village’s zoning over to Barry County. Bracy said that at last week’s planning commission meeting, members said that if the council did not wish to turn zoning over to the coun­ ty, another option would be to hire a firm to redo the local zoning ordinances so they fit what currently exists in Nashville. “It’s not that we are totally dissatisfied with our ordi­ nances but ... we feel it can be dealt with better by the Barry County ordinances,” said Bracy, adding that the village ordinances do not reflect the nature of existing situations such as the R1 res­ idential district in downtown Nashville. “That area doesn’t fit our ordinances the way it is writ­ ten. However, we could fit our zoning requirements into the Barry County ordinances similar to the overlay they are using in Hastings.” Moore said that turning zoning over to the county could result in more uniform zoning and enforcement for the entire area, with less vari­ ance from municipality to municipality. He also sug­ gested that if council approves the switch, the vil­ lage retain its planning com­ mission to serve as an advi­ sory panel. “It would be the best of both worlds,” he said. Moore said that Barry County Zoning Administrator Jim McManus would appear before the council at its first regular meeting in January set for 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 8, 2009, to speak to the council about county zoning and answer any questions council mem­ bers may have. The panel approved a motion to appoint Ben Page as temporary zoning admin­ istrator while Bracy is out of town for the next three to four months. The council also discussed the a $13,000 increase in the health insurance premium paid for village employees. Council members suggested that as a cost-cutting meas­ ure, the village should look at asking employees to pay part of their premium. Trustee Jack Holden sug­ gested employees could pay $25 per week per person to help defray the cost. The matter will be on the agenda for further discussion and possible action at the next council meeting, set for 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 11. In other business, the council approved a motion to remove Melissa Strotheide from the planning commis­ sion, since she has not attended meetings for several months, and declare her position open. The council also approved Christmas bonuses for vil­ lage employees, $25 for part­ time employees and $50 for full-time employees. The council went into closed session so a village employee could address the council regarding employ­ ment issues. Churches can post upcoming Christmas events Following a J-Ad Graphics Advent and Christmas events ed on a space-available basis, needs to be sent to patricia@jtradition, information about at local churches will be printInformation to be printed adgraphics.com by 4 p.m. on Tuesday to be included in each week’s Thursday or Saturday papers. 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The requirements are: • All letters must be signed by the writer, with address and phone number provided for verification. All that will be printed is the writer’s name and community of residence. We do not publish anonymous letters, and names will be withheld at the editor’s dis­ cretion for compelling reasons only. • Letters that contain statements that are libelous or slanderous will not be pub­ lished. • All letters are subject to editing for style, grammar and sense. • Letters that serve as testimonials for or criticisms of for-profit businesses will not be accepted. • Letters serving the function of “cards of thanks” will not be accepted unless there is a compelling public interest, which will be determined by the editor. • Letters that include attacks of a personal nature will not be published or will be edit­ ed heavily. Bernice Louise Schwab CHARLOTTE Bernice Louise Schwab, age 79, of Charlotte formerly of Vermontville passed away November 21, 2008. She was the daughter of George and Florence Garrett Mrs. Schwab was a Homemaker who was a life member of the VFW of Nashville and the Eagles of Charlotte. Bernice was a Girl Scout Leader and very active in 4-H with her children when they were young. Bernice loved crocheting ■hats and mittens to donate to social services, was an avid Bingo player who worked Bingo at the VFW in Nashville several years ago. Bemice is survived by her children, Robert (SueAnn) Schwab, of Saginaw, Judith (Mike) Lieb, of Bellevue, Florence Tomlinson of Charlotte, Roger (Barb) Schwab, of Alto, Karen (Floyd) Sheldon, of Charlotte; 19 grandchildren; 48 great grandchildren; six great, great grandchildren; brother, Donald Garrett of Vermontville and very spe­ cial friends Ron (Maudie) Crook of Charlotte. Bernice was predeceased by husband Paul in 1984 and son-in-law, Robert in 2003. Funeral services were held Wednesday, November 26, 2008 at Pray Funeral Home. Janice M. White NASHVILLE - Janice M. cial friend Chris), her son, White, age 52, of Port Huron Duncan White II (special away passed Monday, friend Brenda); seven sisters, November 24, 2008 at her Ruth (Ronald) Smith, Mary Fueri, Karen (Rodney) family's Nashville home. Janice was born in Wallace, Mildred (Walter) Jackson, on November 22, Thurlby, Cheryl (Anthony) Brenda 1956, the daughter of the late Woodmansee, and Howard Annie Downing, Flora (Al ) (Ferguson) Porter. She was Thornton; two brothers; raised in the Port Huron area Howard Porter Jr., William Porter; her ex-husband, and attended schools there. Janice was employed as a Duncan White Sr. and sever­ waitress at the 4 Star al nieces and nephews. Restaurant for over 10 years. She was preceded by her She also worked at Blue parents, her brother Arthur, Water in St. Claire, and and her nephew Kenneth Collins and Aikman in Port Wallace Funeral Services were held Huron. She was an avid NASCAR at The Daniels Funeral fan; and could be found each Home, Nashville, on Sunday watching the race Wednesday, November 26, cheering for her favorite driv- 2008, with Pastor Jane er - Kevin Harvick. Janice Woodmansee officiating. also enjoyed to visit the casi­ Interment will take place at nos in Canada and Las the Lakeview Cemetery in Vegas. Nashville. She is survived by her Funeral Arrangements daughter, Julie White (spe- have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Barry County Christian School’s 2nd Annual Cookie Walk Thursday, December 4 • 3-6pm Remaining cookies will be sold during the boys basketball game. Buy a large styrofoam container for $6.00 and start your walk. Fill it full of a vari­ ety of Christmas cookies. While you’re there check out other items for sale. 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Gina Clark Independent Representative 517-852-0293 517-719-9271 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, November 29,2008 — Page 5 High School leadership class holds annual food drive Each year, Maple Valley on Tuesday for distribution to High School leadership class-those in need during the holi­ es organize and hold a day season. school-wide Thanksgiving "We hope that everyone in canned and non-perishable our area will have the chance food drive to benefit the to enjoy a nice Thanksgiving Pantry Shelf of the Maple meal," said leadership student Valley Community Center of Brooke Cornwell. Hope in Nashville. "We do all we can to make Items were delivered to the our community a better place Community Center of Hope to live,” added Jaklynn Platte. Clint Litzenberg, Cory Whitaker, Austin Tabor, Austin Coplin and Nate Konopinski sort and box donated food items for the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope Pantry Pantry Shelf. Shelf. Jimmy Fletcher and Cory Whitaker pack bags and boxes of food donated for the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope. Festival of the Trees starts today at Putnam H fin 111 । '• n’* tn kin । «ffanUtatifa F tat fa atal >i tafeiite E S)f K/mnW.kir bt padrMiMr, d ad kr Kfte* Ktiwii to'fc ftaniSsromtoi )11 Ik tak to j± tat KM ■ k JitotyW1" ij. JU. lii ta k u Wast ItbbijiG*!' b Fto w® rinttatoi*’ fluids faw1 (di. ' Families are invited to visit Putnam District Library in Nashville for a special evening event. Tonight, Saturday^.Nov, 29, at 8 p.m. the library will hold its offi­ cial tree-lighting to begin A Putnam Classic Christmas. The community is asked to meet outside the library at the large Christmas tree for caroling and the official lighting. Following those events, the library will be open for an hour so the pub­ lic may view the festival of trees. More than 20 miniature trees will be on display as part of the festival. Each has been decorated by a local business or organization reflecting a particular theme or showing a way they con­ tribute to the community. Trees have been decorated by Hummell's Body Shop, Maple Grove Upholstery, Peas in a Pod Preschool and Childcare, Barry Community Foundation, Envy Salon, Country Kettle Cafe, Maple Valley Pharmacy, Step 'N Time Dance Studio, Castleton-Maple GroveNashville Ambulance, Hillbilly Trading Co., Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation, Musser's Service, Jim's Buggy Parts, Main Street Salon, Maple Valley Implement Irjc., Nashville Lions, Roush's Sidewalk Cafe, Hastings City Bank, Eaton Federal Bank, Girl Scout Troop 516, Green Light Driving School, Maple Valley High School Leadership Class, and the Nashville Fire Department. The library's larger tree is decorated with classic book ornaments. Each ornament is an invitation for the communtiy to sponsor a new or replacement book for the library's collection. Light refreshments will be served during this hour-long open house and all are wel­ come. The Festival of Trees will continue through the New Year's holiday, and the pub­ lic is welcome to view the trees during regular library hours. The library's regular hours are Monday and Wednesday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Tuesday 3 to 8 p.m.; Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Saturday 9 a.m. to noon. Monday, Dec. 1 Turkey panini, augratin potatoes, pears and carrots, apple juice. Tuesday, Dec. 2 Tuna noodle casserole, succotash, mixed vegetables, diced pears. Wednesday, Dec. 3 BBQ chicken, country potatoes, chopped spinach, tropical fruit, hamburger bun. Thursday, Dec. 4 Home-style beef stew, Brussels sprouts, fruit compote, din­ ner roll. Friday, Dec. 5 Baked potato-soup, broccoli with cheese, banana, oyster crackers. Cold Menu Monday, Dec. 1 Italian pasta salad, corn O’Brian, apricots. Tuesday, Dec. 2 Cheese cubes, tomato salad, plums, graham crackers. Wednesday, Dec. 3 Turkey with Swiss cheese, potato salad, spiced apples, tor­ tilla. Thursday, Dec. 4 Chef salad, broccoli raisin salad, pineapple tidbits, whole wheat crackers. Friday, Dec. S Macaroni salad, black bean tomato salad, mandarin oranges, whole wheat crackers. Activities Calendar Monday, Dec. 1: Hast-ings - Music with Sam; Card Making 12:30 p.m.; December Birthday Party. Delton - Mini Massage, BP Clinic. H,W,N - Remini-scence. Tuesday, Dec. 2: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Tai Chi 1 p.m. GL - 10:30-12:30 Cards. Wednesday, Dec. 3: Hastings - Mini Massage 9-1 p.m.; Nails; Bible Study 12:30 p.m.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m.; Low Vision Support 1:30 p.m. Delton - Reminiscence. Thursday, Dec. 4: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with the Lewis’. Delton Puzzles/ Trivia. Nashville TV Time. Friday, Dec. 5: Hastings - Exercise 9 a.m.; Mixed Media Painting 9:30 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m.; Model Railroad 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Woodland Visiting. CHRISTMAS CAROL, continued from p sure fit a lot more people in Daniel Hancock, director tion of Ebenezer Scrooge's the audience if we set it up of the production, said the journey with the Ghosts of theater style," said Smith. "I event will transport audience Christmas Past, Present, and feel this is more what the members into the world cre­ Future. This live dramatic Lord had in mind all along — ated by Charles Dickens. presentation includes an a "They will take you on a cappella performance of a unique chance to invite 1842 Carol of the Bells, unforget­ neighbors friends and family journey back to ...to come into an environ­ London, and into the heart of table characters such as Bob ment that is neutral and com­ a man who truly becomes a Cratchit and Tiny Tim, and is fortable, to hear a message of new creation. Bible Actors’ concluded powerfully as hope at a time of year when cast of 30 actors will bring Scrooge finds his only hope many are feeling sad, lost, characters to life like never and chance of escaping his before in this colorful rendi- fate," said Hancock. vulnerable or alone." The show is free to the public and is rated PG due to strong themes and intense Joe Montgomery Builders, Inc. We build on our reputation...just ask our customers! Building dreams since 1978 New Construction and Home Improvement 122 S. Lincoln, Charlotte 0876q75 517) 543-1718 GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554for more information. moments. Refreshments will be served. A free-will dona­ tion will be taken after the program. Proceeds will go to the Bible Actors Productions to further its ministry. Chiropractic Can Help... Neck and back pain, headaches, numbness and more! 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"We were very thrilled to be able to donate this machine to the hospital. If HGB didn’t have one of these, patients would have to go elsewhere to get cataract surgery," explained Kim Byrens, HGB Auxiliary president "We do fundrais­ ers throughout the year to be able to support specific needs ofthe hospital — what an awesome opportunity to help so many members of our community." The auxiliary presented a check for $30,000 to hospital ChiefExecutive Officer Matt Rush this fall. The balance will be paid over the next three years. Other projects the auxiliary has funded include surgical scopes and cameras, specialized training software and a variety of building projects related to the hospital’s growth. As the leading cause of vision loss in America, cataracts are not a preventa­ ble disorder, but they are treatable. According to Dr. Marcus Rhem, an ophthal­ mologist with HGB’s Specialty Clinics, a cataract is the clouding of the lens behind the pupil. Because the lens acts much like a camera, the clouding can cause vision to decrease or be lost all together. Cataracts are normally associated with the elderly, but they can also be attrib­ uted to diabetes. Heavy pol­ lution and ultra-violet ray exposure also have been con­ sidered to contribute to cataract development, said Rhem. Cataracts are very treat­ able. Temporary treatments such as eyeglasses and strong bifocals are available, but there are more permanent treatments, the most com­ mon of which is surgery, he added. Rhem said cataract sur­ gery is a relatively painless way to regain vision success­ fully. It is the most common surgery performed in America, with nine out of 10 people regaining their vision. "We’ve come a long way in treating this common problem," said Rhem, who Eaton County dog license available From Dec. 1 through Feb. 27, 2009, dog license fees in Eaton County will be $10 for each spayed or neutered dog and $15 per male or female dog. On or after March 1, 2009, the license fee will be $30 per dog. County residents may obtain dog licenses through their township or city treas­ urers or by mailing a valid rabies vaccination certificate and the spay or neuter certifi­ cate to Eaton County Animal Control, 756 Courthouse Drive, Charlotte, MI 48813. Dog licenses also may be purchased at the .Animal Control facility. The office hours are 8 a.m. to noon and 1 to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, with the exception of holidays. Residents must also provide the valid rabies vaccination certificate with the spay or neuter certificate when applying in person. Contact Animal Control for more information at 517­ 543-5755. Officials talk about economic woes Tendercare Hastings will host a public discus­ sion with U.S. Sen. Vem Ehlers and Louis Berra of Now Contracted With • • • the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) at 10 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 4, in the Hastings Public Library Community Room. Tendercare Activities Coordinator Beth Smith said she and her ca-workers decided to host the event, “Because we drive into work every day, and we see all the houses for sale and we want to help the community. We’re try­ ing to reach out to the community.” Ehlers will discuss the EYE & E.N.T. Specialists, PLC For Vision. For Hearing. For Health. Our patients and those waiting to become our patients do not have to wait any longer. As of November 6, 2008, our Eye Care Providers ... Kimberly J. Norris, MD, Ophthalmologist David D. Harrell, MD, Ophthalmologist Paul A. Brown, MD, Ophthalmologist Ann K. Hemmeke, OD, Optometrist Laura L. Kenyon, OD, Optometrist Jeffrey J. Kenyon, OD, Optometrist are all in-network with Davis Vision Plan. Thank you for your patience while we worked through the process of contracting with your vision plan. Call our office to schedule your appointment at any one of our three convenient locations. 1761 West M-43 Hwy. 9090 S. Rodgers Ct. 124 S. Cochran Hastings, MI 49058 Caledonia, MI 49316 Charlotte MI 48813 269-945-3888 616-891-2001 800-307-8897 has already performed sever­ al procedures at HGB using the new Infiniti unit "Now that we have such an advanced system in Charlotte, patients can stay closer to home and make the experience even quicker and more comfortable. It was a wonderfill gift for the auxil­ iary to make." For more information about the physicians and services of HGB, visit www.hgbhealth.com. Secretary of State mobile office schedules Vermontville visit Dec. 8-9 The mobile branch office of the Secretary of State will be in Eaton County to serve Vermontville-area customers Dec. 8 and 9., Hours will be 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 8, and 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 9. The office will be near the village’s fire bam, 125 W. First St. “The mobile branch office offers people a convenient option to conduct their Department of State busi­ ness,” said Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land. “I encour­ age residents to take advan­ tage of this opportunity.” The facility is a full-serv­ ice Secretary of State branch office and is accessible to people with disabilities. It is hauled statewide on a 24-foot trailer that has logged more than 125,000 miles since it first hit the road more than 10 years ago. Land encourages all cus­ tomers who have Internet access to check out the department’s online service at www.Michigan.gov/sos before visiting any branch office. For example, license tabs and watercraft registra­ tions can be renewed online. Browsing the site will help customers determine require­ ments before they go to an office. SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS Maple Valley Elementary Lunch Menu Monday, Dec. 5 Chicken fries. Cheesie potatoes, applesauce, cookie. Tuesday, Dec. 2 Cheesie bread sticks. Spaghettios, celery w/p.butter, pears. Wednesday, Dec. 3 French toast sticks, sausage. Potato wedge, juice, cookie. Thursday, Dec. 4 Fuller Cottage Inn. Pizza bagels. Tossed salad, peaches, choc, graham bites. Friday, Dec. 5 Grilled chic. sand. Fresh veg. medley, fruit cocktail, apple crisp. NOTE: Fuller Alternative Entree Choices: Peanut butter and jelly sandwich, honey and peanut butter sandwich. Maplewood Alternative Entree Choices: 6 oz. Yogurt w/string cheese, chef salad, peanut butter and jelly sandwich. Maplewood offers a variety of healthy snacks for 50 cents each (cash only: quarters or dollars only). Milk is included with all full meal purchases. Assort-ed bread choices daily. Breakfast price: $130; Lunch price: $1.90; Adult price: $2.75; milk only: $.45. national bailout plan that has made the news in recent months, and Berra, who is the field office director for Michigan, will discuss the Neighborhood Maple Valley Stabilization Act and Jr.-Sr. High School Hope for Homeowners Lunch Menu programs. “We just want to get the Monday, Dec. 1 information out to mem­ Chicken nuggets. Mashed potatoes, pineapple. Salad bar. bers of the community,” Tuesday, Dec. 2 said Smith. Cheesie bread sticks. Spaghettios, pears. Burger/ In addition to Ehlers and Berra, Smith said local Chicken bar. Wednesday, Dec. 3 bankers and Realtors also Club sandwich. Vegetable soup, applesauce. Breakfast bar. will be at the event. Thursday, Dec. 4 After the speakers’ dis­ Kellogg Cottage Inn. Lasagna w/b.stick. Whole kernel com, cussions, there will be a question-and-answer peri­ peaches. Mexican bar. Friday, Dec. 5 od. Chicken pot pie. Carrots and celery, grapes. Country chick­ Smith said the public is invited to the free event, en bar. NOTE: Entree’s available daily: cheeseburger, variety of but tickets are required to get in. She said only 75 chicken sandwiches, pizza, peanut butter and jelly sandwich, tickets are available, so fish sandwich, honey and peanut butter sandwich, 6 oz. yogurt people need to make reser­ w/string cheese. Side choices available daily: garden salad, juice, fresh fruit. vations. Milk is included with all full meal purchases. Seconds availFor more information or for tickets, call Smith, able on vegetables at no additional charge. Assorted bread Erika Harman or Shelly choices daily. Breakfast price: $1.45; Lunch price: $2.25-$2.50; Adult Hall at Tendercare at 269­ prices: $2.75-$3.OO. Milk only: $.45. 945-9564. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, November 29,2008 — Page 7 Looking PRINTER? Jfull service from start to finish The area's most complete printing facility Call one ofour sales professionals today! 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Public comment at the regular board of education meeting Nov. 10 was domi­ nated by appeals from teach­ ers and members of the com­ munity not to cut extracur­ ricular arts programs such as spring and summer music, drama and the spring musi­ cal. Since those items were already removed from Kramer’s list of recom­ mended cuts, many of the comments at Monday night’s special meeting focused on the proposal to cut the daycare and latchkey program. Rebecca Howard said she was there to plead for the continuance of the daycare and latchkey program. She said that her daughter’s social skills and responsibil­ ity levels have increased since she was enrolled in the program. “Has anyone (from the board) ever spent a day or an hour in that program?” she asked. “I don’t blame you for the decisions you have to make, but you’re not push­ ing yourselves to find an alternative solution,” said Howard, who noted that the program provided a valuable service for families who have to work over time just to pay bills and keep food on the table. “You must have faith ... I was taught never to quit or give up.” Later in the meeting but before the vote, Maple Valley Board of Education Trustee April Heinze, in response to those who did not want to see the daycare/lathckey program cut, stated that she had talked to local daycare providers such as the owners of Peas in a Pod Preschool in Vermontville and believed that there are members ofthe community who would be willing and able to step up and help the school district find an alternative solution. Erin Campbell, who also has a child in the latchkey program also spoke in favor of sparing the program. “To cut the latchkey pro­ gram would cause extreme hardship for the 20 to 40 families that have children in the program,” she said. Another parent who iden­ tified herself as Crystal stat­ ed, “Nowadays, a lot of mothers can’t stay home, and a lot of children get off the bus and are home alone after school. It’s good to know that (the children in the latchkey program) are in a safe place and not home alone.” She also said she was, “disgusted,” when she had — NOTICE — CASTLETON TOWNSHIP DECEMBER BOARD OF REVIEW Will meet on December 8, 2008 at 9:00 A.M. for the purpose of cor­ recting clerical errors, mutual mistakes offact and any other business allowed by statute. Justin W. Cooley, Assessor Castleton Township 06681089 — NOTICE — VERMONTVILLE TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS The Vermontville Township Board will be accepting letters of interest from any township resident interested in serving on the Board of Review from January 1,2009 to January 1, 2011. Letters must be received by December 16,2008. There will be a special meeting on Wednesday, December 17, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. at the Vermontville Opera House to discuss the letters. Appointments will be made at the December 23, 2008 Vermontville Township Board meeting. Please mail letters of interest to: Vermontville Township, P.O. Box 215, Vermontville, ML, 49096. 06681145 Vermontville Township Board ATTENTION VERMONTVILLE VILLAGE RESIDENTS — NOTICE — PUBLIC HEARING A Public Hearing has been scheduled for 6:30 pm, December 4, 2008 before the Regular Council Meeting at 7:00 pm at the Village Office, for the purpose of discussing the proposed rates increase for the water. A copy ofthe Resolution to Set the Water Rates is available for public inspection in the Clerk’s Office at 121 Eastside Drive or at the Village Garage at 134 Westside Drive. Public comments, either oral or written, are welcome at the Public Hearing. Handicapped persons needing assistance or aid should contact the Village Office during regular working hours forty eight hours prior to the meeting. heard earlier in the month that the district was consid­ ering cutting extracurricular arts programs but not sports. “I have nothing against sports, but you are cutting the wrong things out,” she said. “Art will take kids a lot further than sports ever will.” Elementary art teacher Jill Schantz weighed in on a pro­ posal (not on Kramer’s list) of cutting elementary “spe­ cials” such as art, gym and music to allow the daycare/latchkey program to move into Fuller. She said it would be unfair to save a program that served 20 to 40 children by cutting programs that benefit 400 students. Schantz also suggested that the board look to trim costs by eliminating the dis­ trict’s breakfast program, which she suggested was nutritionally unsound. Jim Miller suggested that the district could cut costs by publishing a list in the news­ papers detailing in what areas volunteers are needed, to help cut costs such as game management, daycare, advisors for homecoming, senior trip and prom, etc. Kramer said there is no list as yet, but he is hoping that people will step up and volunteer their time and services when they see a need, the way they did in the 1980s when the district faced a similar financial cri­ sis. There also was some dis­ cussion about fundraisers to support extracurricular activities such as the musical and drama and sports. Bingo was suggested by one audi­ ence member. Kramer said that state laws governing gambling had changed since the 1980s but the board would hear a presentation on the matter during its regular December meeting. Audience member Jennifer Gonser said that when faced with a deficit such as the one it was facing now, the board was going to have to make some tough decisions, whether they made them now or later. “You are absolutely right; there are no easy answers,” said Kramer. Before the vote, Board President Jerry Sessions told trustees they had three choices: One, they could vote to approve Kramer’s recommendations as pre­ sented; two, they could take each item on Kramer’s rec­ ommendation list and vote 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. 06663312 on classrooms each issue individually; or, impact three, they could table the throughout the district, the discussion and wait to make board voted 4-3 to eliminate it. Allen, Burd, Heinze and their decision in December. At Trustee Tim Burd’s Rost voted in favor of the while Curtis, suggestion, the board decid­ motion, ed to consider and vote oh Montgomery and Sessions voted against it each item individually. “Two hundred thousand The board also went (in budget cuts) is a good against his recommendation start,” said Burd. “But, put­ to not eliminate the school ting it off until next year liaison officer, and eliminat­ isn’t going to make it any ed that post by a 5-2 vote easier. I don’t want to have with Allen, Burd, Heinze, to cut teachers, but I think Montgomery and Rost vot­ we are going to have to.” ing in favor of the motion Although it was not on and Curtis and Sessions Kramer’s list of recommen­ against it. dations, Burd made motion Motions to eliminate a to eliminate three teaching non-instructional aide; one positions. The motion was technical paraprofessional; seconded by trustee Kevin advisor salaries for winter Rost It failed by a 2-5 vote homecoming, senior trip, with Burd and Rost voting in and prom; driver’s education favor of the motion and subsidies; reduce the alter­ Sessions, Heinze, Andrea native education secretary to Montgomery, Wayne Curtis, half-time; and to freeze all and Teresa Allen, voting technology purchases all against it. passed unanimously. Motions made by Burd to In other business, the eliminate the junior high board: • Heard a presentation half-time counselor died for lack of support, as did from EISD Superintendent motions by Burd to elimi­ Al Widner regarding a pro­ nate junior high sports and posed county-wide 1-mill special education levy for all athletic transportation. Earlier in the meeting, five schools in the EISD. Kramer had noted that the Widner noted that the mill­ cost of running junior high age would free up approxi­ sports could be reduced if mately $575,837 in money volunteers from the commu­ from the general fund that nity could be found, and that Maple Valley spends on spe­ transportation to and from cial education each year. sporting events could be That money could then be reduced if the district funneled into other pro­ changed conferences, which grams. If approved by all five districts, the millage it is currently researching. Although Kramer strong­ request would be put on a ly recommended not elimi­ school election ballot in May nating one half-time curricu- 2009. Kramer noted that the dis­ lum coordinator, saying that it would have a definite trict was still faced with the specter of having to replace its aging boiler systems at a cost exceeding $2.5 million. He noted that the general fund money freed up over the course of the five-year levy would not be enough to cover that expense and sug­ gested the possibility of Maple Valley seeking an additional local levy to cover that need during the May election should the EISD pursue the 1 mill, five-year special education levy. The special education millage proposal will be on the board of education’s agenda for its next regular meeting set for 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 8. • Approved a consent agenda, including minutes from the regular Nov. 10 board meeting, the Nov. 21 payroll totaling $339,191.64, retirement of custodian Dennis Smith, and requests for leaves from bus driver Janette Hummell and teacher Robin Acker. • Unanimously approved a the May 1 to 3 band trip to Chicago. The band takes a trip once every four years, so all band students are able to go on the trip once during their high school career. Band Director Dennis Vanderhoef noted that the trip is paid for through a variety of student fundrais­ ers and help from the band boosters. The only cost to the district is the cost of sub­ stitutes to cover for Vanderhoef and choir direc­ tor Ryan Rosin on the first day of the trip which falls on a Friday. Ice and snow means take it slow As the Winter Wonderland that is Michigan again returns. Motorists are reminded to prepare for hazardous driv­ ing conditions. “Winter is a great time to experience Michigan’s beautiful outdoors, but without enough caution, snow and ice can make even short trips dangerous,” said Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land. “Drivers should take a moment to make sure they’re prepared and remember to watch out for icy roadways.” Land recommends driv­ ers check their vehicles to be sure they’re in good working order, such as having working wiper blades and proper amounts of antifreeze and window­ washer fluid. Additionally, she reminds people attend­ ing holiday get-togethers that drinking and driving is always a bad choice no matter the season. Terrence L. Jungel, executive director of the Michigan Sheriff’s Association, advised motorists to keep an emer­ gency kit that includes a blanket or warm clothes, a flashlight, jumper cables, tow rope, shovel and a bag of sand or cat litter for traction. “Too often deputies who respond to accident scenes find the driver or passen­ gers are not prepared for winter weather, such as not being dressed for freezing temperatures or not having the right equipment to help themselves,” Jungel said. “A fun winter outing can quickly become miserable, or even life-threatening, if your vehicle gets stuck or breaks down far from help.” To avoid sliding off the road, drivers should reduce their speed, allow for more room to stop, and brake gently to prevent skidding. If the vehicle does get stuck, drivers should not spin their wheels, since that only digs the tires in deeper. Instead, use a shovel to dig out around the wheels and undercar­ riage, and turn the steering wheel from side to side to clear away snow from the front tires. Then, gently ease the vehicle out. If that doesn’t work, try rocking the vehicle by shifting into forward and giving it sOme gas and then quickly shift­ ing it into reverse and accelerating until the vehi­ cle is free. Additional information about traffic safety is available at www.Michigan.gov/ sos. High school band announces holiday concert Wreath pickup is today Maple Valley schools will host a holiday band concert Sunday, Dec. 7, at 3 p.m. in the high school gym. The concert will feature the high school band, junior high band and jazz band along with the Maple Valley - Ionia Community Band. The public is invited to this free concert that will showcase the musicianship of both young and older. Classic holiday tunes and contemporary arrangements will be played to help the audiencevcelebrate the holi- day season. 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"If you want to become ill with influenza, or if you want to infect your friends, family, co-workers and Half of Americans plan to shop green” this holiday season Call it a “green Christmas,” a recent national telephone survey found that half of Americans plan to pur­ chase an environmentally friendly gift this holiday season. The survey, commis­ sioned by Plow and Hearth, also found that among those going green this year, two-thirds (66 percent) are willing to spend between 10 and 25 percent or more of their own green on holiday green gifts. Despite a tough econo­ my, Lara Beninca, a work­ ing mom from Charlotte, N.C., still makes the effort to buy eco-friendly prod­ ucts for her family. “I’ve had a growing interest in doing what I can to protect the environ­ ment, and so I’ve made a conscious decision this year to put my money where my mouth is. When shopping this year, I will definitely have the envi­ ronment in mind,” said Beninca. Some people are more likely than others to go Old-time gathering,04666828 ‘The Medicine Show,’ so named because it’s good for the body and soul, is a gath­ ering of musicians, dancers and public of like interests held twice a winter in the doggers bam at 1417 Johnson St., Lake Odessa. The Medicine Show will be held Dec. 6 and Jan 24, 2009. The music starts at 2 p.m. with a jam session. A potluck is scheduled at 5 p.m. with open microphone, and at 6 p.m. the square and round dances will begin. Folks with fiddles, banjos, guitars, stand-up bass, har­ monicas, mandolins, cellos, psalteries, flutes, recorders, spoons, bones, hammered or lap dulcimers and perhaps a coronet or saxophone will be making a joyful noise and “just having a good time enjoying each other’s tal­ ents,” said organizer Bob Warner. “Enjoying the music will be watchers, and dancers will be doing whatever dance moves them to the music. There are always peo­ ple in the audience singing a lot of the songs the musi­ cians would be playing.” Songs will cover a wide range including the oldtimey, bluegrass, Celtic, waltzes, classic country to old-time gospel. “And the musicians really like to see people dancing to their playing,” added Warner. The Medicine Show is an event someone can attend and learn techniques in play­ ing and dancing by watching or asking those with more experience, said Warner. Estimates Available Od/269-945-9554> (517) 726-0088 10076 0076 NASHVILLE NASHVILLE HWY. HW VERMONTVILLE 8 Now accepting MasterCard & Visa clients with influenza, then don’t get vaccinated," advis­ es Robert Schirmer, MD, medical director at BarryEaton District Health Department For influenza vaccine, contact a physician or the Barry-Eaton District Health Department or visit www.flucliniclocator.org for the location of a clinic. MopkMefACnOli-Ai!& Reodicw4,000 area homes green this season: • Women (55 percent) are more apt than men (45 percent) to purchase green products. • Middle-aged (56 per­ cent) and younger (54 per­ cent) Americans are more likely than their older (40 percent) counterparts to purchase eco-friendly gifts. • Those in the West (57 percent) are more likely than Americans in the South (51 percent), Northeast (49 percent) and the Midwest (42 percent) to buy green gifts. The decision to shop green is not always an easy one. Thirty-four per­ cent of Americans report­ ed that money is the biggest factor in deciding on whether to make an environmentally friendly purchase. One in five says it’s because they are stuck on old habits (21 percent) while others blame their lack of knowledge of options (13 percent), available time (10 per­ cent) and convenience (7 percent) as reasons for not going green. set for Dec. 6 “The Medicine Show is like what a person can take part in other parts of our country — young and old alike being together learning their heritage. “It has been said, ‘If one doesn’t know the past, one will not know the friture.’” The Medicine Show is free to the partaker or watch­ er, but donations are appreci­ ated. There is lots of seating to be cozy. Visitors are asked to park their vehicles facing west toward the buildings. Feel free to park end to end on the grass or bricks, said Warner. Call 616-374-8205 or e­ mail tfcoggers@att.net for more information. Megan Hosey displays her awards. Maple Valley rider earns equestrian honors “Megan Hosey has been a great asset to the Maple Valley Equestrian team,” said Maple Valley Equestrian Coach Amanda Archer. “As a first-year competitor, she managed to rake in a total 108 points.” Hosey competed in a variety of disciplines, ranging from Western pleasure, hunt seat, rein- ing and showmanship. She was the fifth highest point earner in District 19 where approximately 100 riders competed, said Archer. These events took place in September over the course of three Saturday meets. “Megan has demon­ strated true horsemanship in and out of the show ring,” said Archer. GREEN LIGHT DRIVING SCHOOL llc 301 N. 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Those two new schools proved to be tough foes in number of sports. The Maple Valley varsity football team held its own in a loaded football conference, and finished the year with a 4­ 5 mark. With a ten-team con­ ference, all nine games were The teams weren’t always high in the standings, but there were still a number of fine performances by Lion student athletes this fall. Here is a list of the fall 2008 All-Barry County first and second teams. Football First Team Offense Running Backs Michael Paisley, Maple Valley: A senior running back, Paisley led the Lions in rushing this season with 470 yards. He averaged 6.2 yards John Currier, Maple Valley: A 5-10 270 senior Currier was an important part of the Maple Valley line. Head coach Mittelstaedt called Currier a great offen­ sive center. Ends Riley Fisher, Maple Valley: Just a sophomore, the 6-3 215-pound Fisher was a great blocker and pass catcher for the Lions. He finished the year with five catches, a touchdown and two extra-point scores. Other members for the The 2008 All-Barry County boys’ soccer first team. Team members are (front from left) Adam Zank, Chris Garrison, Timm Lewis, Matt Lewis, Matt Feldpausch, (back) Jimmy Deibert, Ben McKinney, Neo Kuras, Levi Seese, Cody Brown, Curtis Bouchard, and Nathan Rush. Missing from photos is Mike Purchase. (Photo by Brett Bremer) against league foes. The Lion varsity cross country teams tried to work their way to the middle ofthe pack in the league, but had a hard go of it at times as they tried to field full squads. The Lion varsity boys’ soccer team continued to build as well. It was a tough year for the Maple Valley varsity volley­ ball team, but the girls finally pulled together and won a couple of KVA matches as the league season wound down. 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Football Second Team Offense Offensive Line Defensive Line Kyle Fisher, Maple Valley: A 6-2 210 defensive end, Fisher finished the year with 32 tackles. He also played a big part in the Lion offense. From his quarterback spot he passed 477 yards and threw for five touchdowns. Linebackers Kyle Burns, Maple Valley: A junior, Bums had 38 tackles, one fumble recov­ ery, and one interception on the defensive side ofthe ball. On offense, Bums rushed for 376 yards from his full- A Name That You Can Trust Driver Education for students 14 years, 8 months or older Gas prices have dropped and so has the price of our Seg.l NOW $320 Dec. 1 - 18 Jan. 5-Jan. 22 Ackerson, Wes Cramer, and Gabe Shellenbarger, and Thomapple Kellogg’s Ryan VanSiclen and Shane Moore. Girls’ Volleyball First Team Members of the 2008 All­ Barry County volleyball first team are Delton Kellogg’s Adrianna Culbert and Terin Norris, and Lakewood’s Chelsey Dow, Chelsea Lake, Anna Lynch, Rachel Lynch, Laurel Mattson, Ashley See LALL BARRY CO. page 11 Football First Team Defense Located at the Intersection of M-43 & M-50 SEGMENT I CLASS for the Maple Valley Lions. He was a very good offensive tackle for the Lions in his sen­ ior season. Jensen also saw time as a 6-1, 240-pound defensive tackle. Linebackers Nick Thurlby, Maple Valley: Injuries limited Thurlby in his senior season, but he still managed to make 37 tackles in just four games. He had two fumble recov­ eries on the year, and also returned punts and kicks for the Lions when he could. 2008 All-Barry County foot­ ball second team offense are Delton Kellogg’s Conrad Drum, Martel Epperson, and Danny McIntyre, Hastings’ Brad Hayden and Carson King, Lakewood’s Kyle Shanks, Greg Forman, Lewis Frizzell, and Cody Brown, and Thomapple Kellogg’s Nick DeWald and David Comeau. THE TRAFFIC SCENW a yards per carry. Defensive Backs Jeff Burd, Maple Valley: Another play-maker on both sides ofthe ball for the Lions, Burd had three interceptions, three fumble recoveries, and 24 tackles on defense. He caught just six passes on offense coming out of the backfield for the Lions, but turned those into 301 yards. He scored six touchdowns on the season. Dustin Houghton, Maple Valley: A senior in his third season with the Lion varsity, SEGMENT II CLASS Call for Details! Come bring a friend and find out that learning to drive can be fun! To obtain a registration, call (517) 566-7229 Instructors Phil Smith, Denny Ackerson & Roily Krauss B The 2008 All-Barry County football first team offense. Team members are (front from left) Dewey Slaughter, Dusty Cowell, Kurtis Powell, Kevin Swift, Calvin Hoppes, (back) Andrew Doane, Justin Jevicks, Dylan McKay, Dustin Glaser, and Michael Paisley. Missing from photo is Kyle Bobolts. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Houghton made 22 tackles in the Lions’ defensive back­ field. Offensively, Houghton rushed for 230 yards, averag­ ing 7.4 yards per carry. Other members ofthe 2008 All-Barry County football first team defense are Delton Kellogg’s Matt Ingle, Quinn Seaver, and Brennan Smith, Hastings’ Marcus Chase and Luke Mansfield, Lakewood’s Chaz Hyatt, Alex Backe, and Logan Lake, and Thomapple Kellogg’s Steve Crawford and Josh Haney. Football Second Team Defense Defensive Line Donnie Jensen, Maple Other members ofthe 2008 All-Barry County football second team defense are Hastings’ Kyle Griffith, Jordan Allen, and Trent Morris, and Lexie Spetoskey. Girls’ Volleyball Second Team Tina Westendorp, Maple Valley: A junior outside hit- �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, November 29,2008 — Page 11 ALL BARRY CO., continued from page 10 The 2008 All-Barry County Boys’ Cross Country First Team. Honorees are (front from left) Brandon Humphreys, Nick Rendon, Billy Quint, Tucker Seese, (back) Mitchell Singleterry, Troy Dailey, and Dane Schils. (Photo by Brett Bremer) The 2008 All-Barry County Girls’ Cross Country First Team. Team members are (front from left) Nicole Frantz, Allyson Winchester, Molly Wilson, Taylor Hennessey, (back) Molly Smith, Cassie Thelen, and Ashley Pifer. (Photo by Brett Bremer) ter for the Lions in her second year on the varsity, Westendorp earned all-con­ ference honorable mention in the KVA this fall. She finished the year with 232 kills and 34 aces. Other members ofthe 2008 All-Barry County volleyball second team are Delton Kellogg’s Kaitlin Marshall, Katie Searles, and Hannah Williams, Hastings’ Brittany Hickey and Kayla Vogel, and Thomapple Kellogg’s Alyssa Bowerman and Kate Scheidel. Boys’ Cross Country First Team ■ Members of the 2008 All­ Barry County boys’ cross country first team are Delton Kellogg’s Brandon Humphreys and Nick Rendon, Hastings’ Troy Dailey, Dane Schils, and Mitch Singleterry, and Lakewood’s Tucker Seese and Billy Quint. Boys’ Cross Country Second Team The 2008 All-Barry County Girls’ Golf First Team. Team members are (front from Joe Benedict, Maple left) Barbie Buehler, Gabrielle Shipley, Kacy Hooten, Jessica Kloosterman, (back) Valley: A sophomore, Chelsea Erb, Macy Chamberlin. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Benedict was tenth at the Barry County Meet in 18:46.1. The leader for the Lions in nearly all of their races this season, he earned All-KVA honors by placing seventh at the league championship meet with a time of 17:32. Josh Perkins, Maple Valley: Perkins, a senior, saved one ofhis best races for last. He led Maple Valley at its’ Division 3 Regional Meet at Carson City-Crystal, plac­ ing 45th in 18:30.8. At the Barry County Meet, Perkins was 13th in 19:14.1. Other members ofthe 2008 All-Barry County boys’ cross country second team are Delton Kellogg’s Tyler Bourdo, Hastings’ Mile Belcher, and Thornapple Kellogg’s Dustin Brummel, Carl Olsen, and Tim Olsen. Girls’ Cross Country First Team Other members ofthe 2008 All-Barry County girls’ cross country first team are Delton Kellogg’s Taylor Hennessey, Hastings Nicole Frantz and Molly Smith, Lakewood’s Ashley Pifer and Cassie Thelen, and Thornapple Kellogg’s Molly Wilson and Allyson Winchester. Girls’ Cross Country Second Team Erin Shoemaker, Maple Valley: The Lion senior led her team at its last two races of the season, finishing things of with a tenth place finish at the Barry County Championship in 22:39.1. In the Lions’ Division 3 Regional Race at Carson City-Crystal, Shoemaker was 45th in 22:21.4. Lauren Trumble, Maple Valley: A junior, who the Lions really missed at the beginning of the year, came on strong at the end. She led her team at the KVA Championship, earning all­ league honors by placing 13th in 20:56.5. Trumble placed 12th at the Barry County Championship in 22:41.7. Other members ofthe 2008 All-Barry County girls’ cross country second team are ALL BARRY CO., continued page 12 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, November 29,2008 — Page 12 OPEN: 7 DAYS A WEEK 24 HOURS NASHVILLE EXPRESS 133 5. 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FrlvSat. 6AM-Mldnlght; Sun. 9AM-10PM Bridge Cards • WIC Delton Kellogg’s Renee McConahay, Hastings’ Lindsey Johnson, Lakewood’s Roxanne Powelson and Alexis Brodbeck, and Thomapple Kellogg’s Kathrin Koch Boys’ Soccer First Team Adam Zank, Maple Valley: The Lions’ junior sweeper earned honorable mention All-KVA this fall for the second season in a row. Fast and athletic, Lion head coach Josh Meersma said Zank has the ability to shut down offensive players and contribute to the counterat­ tack. He was named the Lions’ MVP this season. Other members of the 2008 All-Barry County boys’ soc­ cer first team are Delton Kellogg’s Jimmy Deibert and Nathan Rush, Hastings’ Matt Feldpausch, Matt Lewis, Timm Lewis, and Mike Purchase, Lakewood’s Cody Brown, Neo Kuras, Ben McKinney, and Levi Seese, and Thornapple Kellogg’s Curtis Bouchard and Chris Garrison Boys’ Soccer MUELLER HAMBURGER The 2008 All-Barry County girls’ volleyball first team. Team members are (front from left) Chelsey Dow, Rachel Lynch, Laurel Mattson, Ashley Morris, Adrianna Culbert, (back) Lexie Spetoskey, Anna Lynch, Chelsea Lake, and Terin Norris. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Second Team Sean Curtis, Maple Valley: A senior defender for the Lions this season, Curtis regularly drew the assignment of marking opponents’ top players. “One of the toughest yet nicest kids you’ll ever meet,” said Maple Valley head coach Josh Meersma. Ross Smith, Maple Valley: Maple Valley’s junior stopper, Smith improved immensely over the year and was honored with his team’s Most Improved Player award. He also earned All-KVA honorable mention this sea­ son. Other members of the 2008 All-Barry County boys’ soc­ cer second team are Delton Kellogg’s Scott Hoekstra and Joe Koopman, Hastings’ Steven Safie, Zack Passmore, and Cameron Womack, Lakewood’s Aaron Clark, Genaro Salgado, and Jarod Kent, and Thomapple Kellogg’s Steven Cung Bik, Trevor Dalton, and Max Kiel. Buehler, Jessica Kloosterman, Kacy Hooten, Gabrielle Shipley, Lakewood’s Chelsea Erb, and Thomapple Kellogg’s Macy Chamberlin. Boys’ Tennis First Team Members of the 2008 All­ Barry County boys’ tennis first team are Hastings’ Mitchell Kolanowski and Riley McLean, Lakewood’s Kyle McMillen, Riley Nisbet, Cameron Rowland, Eric Enz, and Alex Hunter, and Thomapple Kellogg’s Sven Bettendorf, Josh Steensma, Colin Texter, Tyler Postma, and Cade Dammen. Boys’ Tennis Second Team Members of the 2008 All­ Barry County boys’ tennis second team are Hastings’ Eric Pettengill, Steve Krammin, Nick Wallace, Lakewood’s Brandon Sterkenburg, and Thomapple Kellogg’s Rocky VanZegeren and Jon Yates. Girls’ Swimming & Diving First Team Members of the 2008 All­ Barry County girls’ swim­ ming and diving first team are TK-Hastings’ Mandy Buehler, lizabeth Chappelow, Beth Fuller, Alex de Goa, Audrey Hoag, Katie Romanak, Danielle Rosenberg, Kyleigh Sheldon, Alecia Strumberger, and Natalie VanDenack. Girls’ Swimming & Diving Second Team Members of the 2008 All­ Barry County girls’ swim­ ming and diving second team are TK-Hastings’ Lindsay Azevedo, Courtney DeWent, Kaylee DeMink, Courtney England, Katy Fluke, Patricia Garber, Jackie Hodges, Michelle Howard, Erin Humphrey, Marissa Meyering, and Becky Mikolajczyk. Feeding the world soybeans $ TIRED OF TECH FEES? $ WE NEED GROWERS AND ARE BUYING NON GMO SOYBEANS PREMIUMS Range from CBOT + $.75 to CBOT+ $1.50 FOB THE FARM OR DELIVERD @ HARVEST Girls’ Golf First Team Members of the 2008 All­ Barry County girls’ golf first team are Hastings’ Barbie VERMONTVILLE MI CHARLOTTE MI 517-726-0514 1-800-858-3738 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/822/MapleValleyNews_2008-12-06.pdf b939f5137edca6df27d08913e17aad0d PDF Text Text Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 136-No. 49, December 6, 2008 Decker accepts a one-year contract as DPW head by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Scott Decker, who had worked for the Village of Nashville Department of Public Works from 1979 to 2002, was appointed to a one-year contract as DPW director at a special meeting of the Nashville Village Council Thursday evening. Decker had resigned in 2002 to take a sales position with Maple Valley Implement. After a closed session to discuss personnel matters during its regular meeting Tuesday, Nov. 25, the Nashville Village Council returned to open session and unanimously approved a motion to accept the resigna­ tion of DPW Director Darrell Clements Jr. Clements, who had worked for the DPW for nine years, the past six years and 10 months as director, later said he tendered his resigna­ tion after being requested to do so by the council. Both Clements and Village Council President Frank Dunham declined to give any reason for Clements’ resig­ nation. Dunham explained at the special meeting that because he could offer the contract as president of council, there was no need to advertise the position. Council did get to vote on the appointment. During the discussion period, Ron Ohler told the members of the council that he had spoken with engineer Brandon Mieras from Williams and Works who had told him that hiring a Scott Decker person with the license for the water and wastewater system did not have to be done immediately. Mieras had given Ohler names of several companies that can provide supervision of the water and systems. Dunham said, “I have not explored other options in depth. There is too much that needs to be corrected. I wanted to hire someone familiar with the system.” Council Member Mike Kenyon said, “I think this contract is in the best interest of the village. I support the decision to appoint Scott.” Council members Sandra Lundquist and Jack Holden raised some questions about the speed of the hiring and the lack of options. Some in the audience also raised questions about the village’s past relationship with Decker. Dunham told the audience that he had no reservations about hiring Decker. Decker then spoke, “I don’t think there would be savings for the village if you went to a contract with an outside company. My heart never left this town. In 2002 I left to try something new. I didn’t come seeking this position. I was asked and the time is right to return.” He pledges to work coop­ eratively with the other DPW employees. The contract was approved unanimously. The salary is $49,000 per year plus benefits and will be reviewed in November of 2009. Economic summit gives county outlook by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Bad news, really bad news, and some good news was shared at the sixth annual Barry County Economic Development Summit held at Pierce Cedar Creek Institute Dec. 2. More than 110 busi­ ness, political and educa­ tion leaders attended the event. George Erickcek from the W. E. Upjohn Institute returned to the summit with the. bad news of the economy and its impact on Michigan. still work outside the reported In his presentation, county,” Erickcek, adding that entitled ““Facts Facts and Worries,” he noted that Barry County did gain local trends were flat, jobs in 2007, with most and in comparison to the of the gains in the health national and statewide care profession. statistics, “flat never He noted that the cur­ looked so good.” rent recession is more National indicators are serious than those in 2001 all bad, he said, and sales or 1991 because it is of new homes have world-wide. There is a dropped precipitously. need for investments by Erickcek said he antici­ the federal government in pated that home owner­ some kind of projects ship will return to being a even though deficits are home and not an invest­ high and the impact of lost auto sales in 2008 ment for most families. He also shared infor­ and 2009 will affect mation from a University everyone in Michigan, he of Michigan forecast that said. Corky Overmyer, sustainability manager for the City “Business investment projected a dim outlook of Grand Rapids, is keynote speaker for the sixth annu­ in the U.S. employment will remain flat until the al economic development summit. rate, vehicle sales and economy recovers,” he housing starts. Because predicted, adding thatjob half-full” person. He body shops in Michigan of the national slow­ creation will come from talked about how this to have the green desig­ down, Erickcek predict­ new products and new third-generation business nation. He also took In fact, is working to succeed in advantage of free pro­ ed that economic recov­ markets. ery in Michigan will be Erickcek said he does see tough economic times. grams, such as SCORE, further postponed until job creation occurring in Dewey’s is now using available in the area to Barry County. 2012 or beyond. “green” paint supplies help him improve his His final worry is the and is one of only three “It is not that it has See, SUMMTIT, page 6 been a harsh winter, it is problem in the Grand Rapids area of retaining the fact that it seems to be never ending,” he and attracting an educat­ ed work force. He said he explained. Conditions in West sees this problem as one Michigan are bad, but the that definitely needs from more decline has been less attention • Putnam District Library kicks off holi­ than 1 percent, he said. In high school graduates day season Barry County, 2007 was and reducing the drop­ out rate in the region to • Maplewood announces December a pretty good year but employment is more getting more people with Students of the Month dependent than ever graduate and advanced • Vermontville approves 2009 budget degrees finding work in before on Kent County. the area. and millage levy * “Even if all Barry David Solmes of • Athletic boosters finish projects, County’s jobs were filled by residents, two out of Dewey’s Auto Body Inc. plan more three residents would then told the group that he was more of a “glass- In This Issue.. David Solmes, president of Dewey’s Auto Body Inc., gives some real-world examples of how his business is coping with the current economic downturn and bleak economic forecasts. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, December 6, 2008 — Page 2 Putnam District Library request account updates Putnam District Library in Nashville is asking cur­ rent patrons to update their account information as the new year approaches. "Many patrons have already done this; however, if we haven't seen someone since the summer or before, we would like to hear from them," said Director Shauna Swantek, who noted that in January, the circulation sys­ tem will delete accounts that are expired, unused or have insufficient information. "While a patron may think their account is up to date, the computer does not. Therefore, we'd like to be sure to catch all of our cur­ rent patrons,” she said. “A resident may always open their account again, but we would like to save them the hassle. "Patrons will also be required to present their library card when checking out materials beginning in January. We would like to reissue physical cards to patrons who don't know where their card is before the new year so they may avoid the 50-cent charge for replacement cards begin­ ning in 2009." A phone call or visit to the library, with a driver's license or Michigan ID at hand, will make this update take only take a few min­ utes. The library's phone number is 517-852-9723 and the library is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday and Wednesday; 3 to 8 p.m. Tuesday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday; 9 a.m. to noon Saturday. The library's new items for the month of November are now available. If some­ thing is checked out, the staff will gladly put a hold on it for a patron. Requests and suggestions are always welcome. The interlibrary loan service, giving Putnam patrons access to materials from all over the state of Michigan, is also available to resident patrons in good standing. If anyone is look­ ing for something not in the local collection, please ask and let the library try and order it for free. Adult non-fiction Harry, a History by Melissa Anelli; Dewey: A Small-Town Library Cat Who Touched the World by Vicki Myron; ADD/ADHD Checklist by Sandra F. Rief; Reading Magic by Mem Fox; Have a New Kid by Friday by Dr. Kevin Leman; Essential Visual History of World Mythology by National Geographic; Darwin Awards: The Next Evolution: Chlorinating the Gene Pool by Wendy Northcutt; How to Hug a Porcupine: Negotiating the Prickly Parts ofthe Tween Years by Julie A. Ross, M.A.; Don’t Bite Your Tongue: How to Foster Rewarding Relationships with Your Adult Children by Dr. Ruth ^Diana’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. 1-517-852-9481 Nemzoff; Bowling Across America: 50 States in Rented Shoes by Mike Walsh; Stay-atHome Survival Guide by Melissa Stanton; 1,001 Movies You Must See Before You Die by Steven Jay Schneider; Haiku Mind: 108 Poems to Cultivate Awareness and Open Your Heart by Patricia Donegan. Adult fiction The Hour I First Believed by Wally Lamb; Salvation in Death by J.D. Robb; Divine Justice by David Baldacci; Extreme Measures by Vince Flynn; The Gate House by Nelson DeMille; Cross Country by James Patterson; Your Heart Belongs to Me by Dean Koontz; Crossroads by Belva Plain; A Touch of Grace by Lauraine Snelling; Just After Sunset by Stephen King. 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 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) 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 To encourage area high school students with writing aspirations, the Barry Community Foundation has announced the “Write Away” competition, funded by a grant from Kensinger and Alice Jones. In the spring of 2009, win­ ners in five different cate­ gories will be awarded $50 cash prizes, along with cer­ tificates. “Competition and rewards shouldn’t just be the prerog­ ative of the athletes,” said Kensinger Jones. ’’Good writers should be recognized publicly, too.” Jones enjoyed a 50-year career as a writer of radio dramas, creative director for major international advertis­ ing agencies, author of numerous magazine articles and several motion picture scripts. In 1976, he “retired” to Barry County to raise FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517)726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG Wed. 5:30 p.m................ Family Supper 6:00-7:15 Pioneer Club Sun: 9:00...................... Sunday School 10:00............................. Church Service 1100......................................... Fellowship 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 PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST 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. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 Indiana Jones Adventures Vol. 1 by Philip Gelatt; Star Wars: The Clone Wars by Tracey West; Star Wars: The Clone Wars: Shipyards of Doom by Henry Gilroy; Deltora Quest by Emily Rodda; Inkheart by Cornelia Funke. Junior Star Wars: Jedi Quest: The Way of the Apprentice by Jude Watson; Dog Lost by Ingrid Lee; Allie Finkle’s Rules for Girls: No. 1 Moving Day by Meg Cabot; Allie Finkle’s Rules for Girls: No. 2 The New Girl by Meg Cabot; Is That A Sick Cat in Your Backpack? by Todd Strasser; Alcatraz Versus the Evil Librarians by Brandon Sanderson; Introducing Land Forms by Bobbie Kalman. Magic Tree House:Haunted Castle on Hallows Eve; Alvin and the Chipmunks: A Chipmunk Family Christmas by Jon Vitti; Fancy Nancy Sees Stars by Jane O’Connor; Fancy Nancy and the Posh Puppy by Jane O’Connor; Fancy Nancy by Jane O’Connor; If You Give a Cat a Cupcake by Laura Numeroff. Audio CDs The Last Days by Joel C. Rosenberg; After the Fire by Belva Plain. DVDs Hellboy II, This Christmas, Get Smart, Kung Fu Panda, Shrek the Halls, Barbie in a Christmas Carol, Wall-E, Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2, Tropic Thunder, The Perfect Holiday, Noelle, Hancock, Space Chimps, Fred Claus. Children Write Away contest offers cash prizes PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School 10:50 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday (BCF), the Joneses decided to fund a pilot program for the 2003-04 school year. Jennifer Richards ofthe BCF organized a panel discussion with four representatives of the community foundation’s Youth Advisory Council, and a format was developed. The competition is open to all high school students who attend Maple Valley, Hastings, Delton Kellogg, Thomapple Kellogg or Barry Intermediate School District. There will be two separate contests, one for students in grades 9 and 10, the other for students in grades 11 and 12. Freshmen and sophomores can submit a poem (preferably with rhyme and meter) and/or an essay. The contest forjuniors and seniors invites submission of a short story (not more than 1,500 words) on any subject, Angus cattle and embark on a 14-year professorship at Michigan State University. He and Alice collaborated on two published books and their work has appeared in the Reminder and the Hastings Banner. They decided to organize and fund the Write Away competition after Ken partic­ ipated in a career fair at Hastings High School. “I knew that poetry and short story contests in my high school days encouraged a number ofkids to write and submit work and that win­ ning was a wonderful moti­ vation to keep on trying,” he recalled. After discussing possibili­ ties with Sheree Newell, coordinator ofthe career fair, and later with Fred Jacobs of J-Ad Graphics and Bonnie Hildreth of the Barry Community Foundation LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT GRACE WORLD OUTREACH CENTER Young adult Teen The Girls Book of Positive Quotations by Steve Deger and Leslie Ann Gibson; One Trick Pony by Daniella Brodsky; At Face Value by Emily Franklin; The Fat Girl by Marilyn Sachs; Accept Nothing Less by Jim Bums; Revelations: A Blue Bloods Novel by Melissa De La Cruz; The Night My Sister Went Missing by Carol PlumUcci; Bogus to Bubbly: An Insiders Guide to the World of the Uglies by Scott Westerfeld; Remember This by S.T. Underdahl; Poison Ivy by Amy Goldman Koss; Heaven Looks a Lot Like the Mall by Wendy Mass; The Hunger Games by Suzane Collins; Peeps by Scott Westerfeld; The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie. KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Services 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages .. .10:30 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 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 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service 11 a P.M. Service...... .................... 7 p Wed. Service 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship ............... 8:30 a.m Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST .. CHURCH . Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................ 11:15 a.m. PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN 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 M-79 West Sunday Schoo Worship............ 0 a.m. 1 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH . . 2415 McCann Road NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH a poem (preferably with rhyme and meter,) and a fea­ ture story based on some aspect of life in Barry County. Writers may submit only one entry in each category, but may enter all categories for their grade level and could possibly win more than one award. Full details and official rules and entry blanks can-be obtained from the English departments at the schools. The contest officially opened Dec. 1. The closing date for submissions will be Feb. 5, 2009. Winners will be announced in April. For more information, check with high school English departments or call the Barry Community Foundation at 269-945-0526 and ask for Erin. 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 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 .. .6:30 p.m. AWANA................. 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11.00 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, December 6,2008 — Page 3 Community band announces new concerts, full holiday line-up For more than 20 years, the Maple Valley-Ionia Community Band has entertained crowds across Michigan with its music. The group is currently gearing up for a full sched­ ule of holiday events in local communities. New this season, the all­ volunteer band will collab­ orate with the Portland Orchestral Society for a holiday concert at 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13. The event will take place at the Portland Playhouse on Main Street, Portland. At 6 p.m. Friday, Dec. 5, the band will take part in the Ionia Christmas Parade. Just two days later, the group will play Christmas melodies both old and new at the 3 p.m. Maple Valley Christmas Concert in the high school gym. Maple Valley’s high school, jazz and junior high bands also will be featured in the concert. On Sunday, Dec. 14, the band will perform another joint concert, this time with the Ionia Community Choir. The concert will take place at 7 p.m. at join. Watt Auditorium in Ionia. Musicians travel from All of the concerts are Belding, Ionia, free and open to the pub­ Vermontville, Greenville, lic. The Maple Valley - Grand Rapids and many Ionia Community Band is other surrounding areas to comprised of musicians of take part in the tradition of all ages who enjoy creat­ the Maple Valley - Ionia ing music with their Community Band. instruments. The band is To find out more about open to new members, and the band and upcoming there are no auditions to events, visit www.ioni- amvdcommunityband.blo gspot.com or e-mail communityband@hotmail.com Rehearsals are held Tuesday evenings at 7:30 pm. in the Ionia High School band room. Putnam District Library kicks off holiday season from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday evening. Families are encouraged to bring their cameras to capture this visit. Children will be invited to with a holiday theme. Children and caregivers are invited. At 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13, the Village of Nashville will hold a Trees before or after the parade. The library will be closed during its normal morning hours but will be open from 2 to 5 p.m. Visit the library's blog at www.putnamlibrary.blogspo t.com for more pictures of the Festival of Trees and the library's calendar of events. Comments and suggestions for next year's Festival of Trees are welcomed, includ­ ing contacts for other busi­ nesses and organizations who would like to partici­ pate. ■w ‘’’’t*ar S (*§ s*) S , •! ..*"*J* •! rt 1*”%. ^*2:? I*® iiKs»i R tatn^ । |1 tahfc^j F ta®iki I* Ikasttt^ tt fallifetefi 11 SESSUJW.!, |i X Tan ii It b aari'ity! ■ fa wt ate ii tai Otto' ri I it tay fa®® L jtafajWffl M tadttEia ■ Lucille Hecker, shown here with her son Gordie, donated the literary figurines shown on the bookcase above. Lucille will be the guest of honor at Friday's Christmas story time. Saturday evening, nearly 60 local residents gathered to kick off- Putnam District Library's first Festival of Trees. Following the lighting ofthe large pine tree donated by Hauser Tree Farm and planted by Joe Mater and family, the group sang sever­ al Christmas carols before entering the library. More than 20 miniature trees, decorated by area busi­ nesses and organizations were the focus of the evening. Cookies provided by the library board were enjoyed by visitors. The trees remain on display at the library during normal busi­ ness hours and will be lit up for the other special holiday events this week. Santa will be at the library Many businesses, such as Roush's Sidewalk Cafe in Nashville use familiar accents for their displays. make reindeer food and enjoy a snack themselves. Friday, Dec. 12, at 11 a.m. will be preschool story time Christmas parade. The library has adjusted its hours so that families may come and view the Festival of This tree takes on the character of the fire depart­ ment. Maple Valley leadership students attend conference SOUTH CHURCH । I Six Maple Valley High School leadership students, J ' MW a ^*w i W Rocking Seats • All Digital Sound Free Drink Refills • 25c com refills SI *s£ l>s£ M.25to$4,75 ALL SEATS accompanied by high school counselor Dawn Yager, attended a leadership confer­ ence in Olivet Tuesday, Nov. 25. They joined students from other Kalamazoo Valley Association schools includ­ ing Olivet, Pennfield, Schoolcraft, Kalamazoo Christian and Kalamazoo Hackett at the conference hosted by Jostens Speaker Mike Smith, who established Difference Makers Ltd. Smith emphasized the importance of enthusiastical­ ly promoting personal responsibility, positive self­ awareness and individual power while helping people realize the benefits of strong relationships with their class­ mates, school community and families through involvement with leadership skills and co-curricular activ­ ities. (More information can except adult evening $ $ *glN ’ ^$0 • "j|0 5->; F' twfy . •ty' MOVIE 'F FbGIFT CARDS available at the box office Now thru Jan. 4 bonus $1.00 concession coupon for every $10.00 in gift cards) (§) Stadium Seating O No passes BARRY CO. EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS SHOWTIMES 12/5 -12/11 O ® PUNISHER: WAR ZONE (R) SAT/SUN/TUE 12:10,2:30,5:00,7:25,9:50 FRI/MON/WED/TH 5:00,7:25,9:50 ©FOUR CHRISTMASES (PG-13) SAT/SUN/TUE 12:30,2:40,4:45.6:50,9:00 FRI/MON/WED/TH 4:45,6:50,9:00 ©TWILIGHT (PG-13) SAT/SUN/TUE 11:00,1:40,4:20,7:00,9:40 FRI/MON/WED/TH 4:20,7:00,9:40 BOLT (PG) SAT/SUN/TUE 11:40,2:00,4:10,6:30,8:50 FRI/MON/WED/TH 4:10,6:30,8:50 Dec. 8 Dec. 11 Dec. 15 Dec. 15 Dec. 15 Dec. 23 Dec. 24-26 Teen Leadership Action Plan Workshop- 2nd class, 6-9 p.m., KCC Hastings Location. Master Gardener Annual Cookie/Craft Fundraiser, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 4-H Re-enrollment Deadline. Career Fair sponsored by Michigan Farm Bureau, MSU Campus. 4-H Club Financial Forms Due at Extension Office. Extension Office will be closed during lunch. Extension Office Closed - Happy Holidays! be found at differencemakers.com.) "I'm just pleased that Josten's hosts this leadership series for our students. It is a wonderful opportunity for our students to meet other students in our league and the surrounding area with similar interests,” said Maple Valley High School leader­ ship teacher Norma Jean sage without any gimmicks." Acker. "Mike Smith got everyone "It really helped me get out of my comfort zone,”- involved," added Cassie said leadership student Wessner. Megan Shoemaker. Kamey Gibbs and Zach "The motivational speaker Melville said they came really put things in perspec­ away from the conference tive for me,” added Jenna with more self confidence and ideas to get Maple Williams. Fellow leadership student Valley students more Adam Zank agreed, saying involved in the school and “He delivered a great mes- the community. �Just Say "As Advertised tn the Maple Valley News” Saturday, December 6, 2008 — Page 4 Hand-washing is best defense against flu ed ifpeople make a habit of washing their hands. It is especially important to wash hands: • Before, during, and after preparing food. • Before eating and after using the bathroom. The Barry-Eaton District • After handling animals Health Department is chal­ or animal waste. lenging area communities • When hands are dirty. to help reduce infectious • After coughing, sneez­ diseases spread by hands. ing or nose blowing. Staff there is asking resi­ • More frequently when dents to make an effort this someone in the home is flu season, and from now sick. on, to practice good hand What is the correct way hygiene. Help spread the to wash hands? word — not the germs — • First wet hands and by making handwashing apply liquid or clean bar and hand awareness a habit. soap. According to the Centers • Next rub hands vigorfor Disease Control and ously together and scrub all Prevention (CDC) surfaces. "Handwashing is the single • Continue rubbing hands most important means to for 20 seconds. Need a timer? prevent the spread of infecImagine singing "Happy Birthday" twice through to a friend. • Rinse hands well under running water • Dry hands using a paper towel or air dryer. If possible, use paper towels to turn off the faucet. If soap and water are not available, use hand sanitizer aid counselor from Olivet to clean hands. Although by Justyn Yager It has been my privilege College explaining the hand sanitizer will help in over the past four months to process of applying for fed- the fight against viruses, it serve this community’s stu- eral financial aid. As a former does not replace handwashdents as an intern and aspir- financial aid advisor, I cannot ing. Sanitizers should be ing school counselor. I am emphasize strongly enough used in addition to handabout to complete the the value of this information. washing or when warm requirements to become a Any student considering col­ water and soap are not avail­ certified school counselor. I lege should encourage their able. have been supervised and parents to be there. Students It is estimated that one out taught by three of Michigan’s who choose to do so also will of three people do not wash finest school counselors — have an opportunity to visit their hands after using the the normal authors ofthis col- the LCC campus on Tuesday, restroom. So these tips are umn. As part of my learning Dec. 16, to get a firsthand also important when out in experience I have been look at programs that may public. If everyone took the afforded the opportunity to interest them. time to wash his or her hands write this week’s Counselor’s The counseling office also several times a day (especialCorner. would like to remind parents ly after using the restroom) It is a busy time of year in and students to be aware of the spread of germs and the counseling office, since we absences. seven viruses would be reduced. After have just begun a new absences in a trimester, stuCough and sneeze etitrimester. Along with a new dents lose credit. Please pro­ quette are just as important trimester comes a flock of stu- vide a doctor’s note and com- in stopping the spread of dents wanting to change their municate with the school serious respiratory illnesses schedules. Having weathered when your child will be like influenza. To help stop that storm, we are now looking absent. the spread of germs through toward Financial Aid Night Parents and student should coughing and sneezing, and the students’ visit to also be mindful of the new cover both mouth and nose Lansing Community College State of Michigan graduation with a tissue when coughCareer Preparation Center. requirements that started with ing or sneezing. Iflacking a Financial Aid Night will be the current sophomore class. tissue, cough or sneeze into held at 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. These requirements leave little an upper sleeve or elbow, 8, at the high school. This room for failing classes, espe- not hands. Put used tissue night will feature a financial cially in math and English. in the waste basket. For more information on handwashing visit g www.barryeatonhealth.org or visit the CDC at www.cdc.gov/flu Racquetball, Wallyball Health department encourages simple fhidefeime tion." Frequent hand-washing washes away germs that picked up from other peo­ ple, from contaminated sur­ faces, or from animals and animal waste. Unwashed hands spread germs to eyes, nose, or mouth. One of the most common ways people catch colds is by rubbing their nose or their eyes after their hands have been con­ taminated with the cold or flu virus. Germs are spread directly to others or onto surfaces that other people touch and pretty soon, everybody is getting sick. The important thing to remember is that, in addi­ tion to colds, some pretty serious diseases - such as hepatitis A, meningitis, norovirus, and infectious diarrhea — can easily be reduced or possibly avoid- COUNSELORS CORNER SPORTS 517-852-2200 Out 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 2g (517)852-9712 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville 02692907_____________ Scott A. Daniels & Family Owner/Manager Irene Kenyon NASHVILLE - Irene S. Kenyon, age 99 of North Port, FL formerly of Nashville, passed away December 2, 2008 at her home. Irene was bom April 15, 1909 the daughter of the late William and Emma (Shirely) Stillwell. Irene was an arts and ceramics teacher with Manatee Community College and various other schools until her retirement in 1986. She is survived by several nieces and nephews and sis­ ter-in-law Lois Kenyon. Funeral services for Irene Kenyon will be held at the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville, at 2 PM on Monday, December 8, 2008 with Pastor Cathy Christman officiating. Interment will take place following the funeral service at Wilcox Cemetery in Maple Grove Township. retiring in the late 1980's. Jane was an accomplished musician with a special tal­ ent for the piano, but her love was playing her trumpet. During the World War TUane played her trumpet in the band at Fort Custer in Battle Creek. Her trumpet was with her right up until she passed away on Monday. In addition to her love of music Jane was also a very good painter that enjoyed painting Pennsylvania Dutch Hex Signs which she sold all over the state. Jane is survived by her daughter, Marilyn (Eric) Wright, two sons David, and Steven Shoup. She is also survived by her grandchil­ dren, Greg (Janet) Shoup, Mindy (Jeff) Gauthier, Sandy (Bob) Ratliff, Seth (Julie) Wright, and Loren (Jill) Wright; 10 great grand­ children, and one great great grandchild She was preceeded in death by her husband, Gerald, who passed away in 2002, and her daughter-in­ law Brenda Shoup who passed away in 2007 A memorial service was held at the Daniels Funeral Home, in Nashville, on Friday, December 5, 2008, with Rev. Stephen Ezop officiating. Memorial Contributions can be made to Eaton Community Hospice in Charlotte. Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Jane Shoup NASHVILLE Jane Shoup, age 87, of Nashville passed Monday, away December 1,2008 peacefully at Eaton Community Hospice in Charlotte. Jane was born in Battle Creek, on March 25, 1921, the daughter of the late Joseph Spark and Pearl Hartshorn. She was raised in the Battle Creek area and attended local schools there. She was the widow of Gerald Shoup. The couple was married on their family farm in Battle Creek in September of 1939. The couple moved to the Nashville area in 1950 where they raised their family together. Jane worked as a librarian at at Putnam Library in Nashville for over 15 years, Randy L Rountree BELLEVUE - Randy L. Rountree, age 58, of Bellevue passed away Thursday, December 4, 2008 at his Bellevue home with his family at his side. Randy was born in Ionia, on June 22, 1950, the son of the late Henry and Juanieta (Gee) Rountree. Randy spent his younger years growing up in the Lyons-Muir area, then completed his education in the Portland and Hastings area. He countinued his edu­ cation by attending National Institute Technology where he studied Robotics. He was the husband of Patricia (Robbins) Rountree. The couple was married in Middleville in 1982. Randy and Pat attended school together in LyonsMuir and were reunited when Randy purchased a piece of well drilling equipment from Pat's fam­ ily. The couple lived in the Middleville area until 1994 when they relocated to the Bellevue area. Randy's working career consisted of driving truck in his younger days, well drilling which he started when he was 14 years of age, and installing and servic­ ing mechanical equipment for Bel-Aire Heating and Cooling which he did for approximately 15 years until retiring in 2002. Randy was an outdoors­ man who loved to hunt and fish. He was also an avid NASCAR fan and could be found every Sunday watching the race. He favored the more "sea­ soned" drivers like Mark Martin, Rusty Wallace and Dale Earnhardt. Along with his wife Pat, the couple enjoyed travel­ ling together and visited Florida on several occassions to visit their family. Randy's true love how­ ever was spending time with his beloved grand­ children. Randy is survived by his beloved wife of 26 years Pat; three daughters, Tammi (Michael) Ellis, Tammy (Bill) Harrison, Annette LaBine; a son, Bruce LaBine; a sister, Lorraine McKelvey; three brothers, Alan (Carol) Rountree, Kenneth (Shirley) Rountree, Robert Rountree and sev­ eral nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his five grandchildren: Caleb LaBine, Dustin and Britney Harrison, and Jacob and Joshua Ellis. He was preceeded in death by his sister Connie Tucker, William Rountree, and James Rountree, and his brother­ in-law Max McKelvey. Funeral services will be held at The Daniels Funeral Home, in Nashville, at noon on Monday, December 8, 2008 with Pastor Edna Miller officiating. The family will receive visitors one hour prior to the funeral service begin­ ning at 11 a.m. Memorial Contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society or Angels of Mercy Hospice. Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Can 945*9554 The Men of Vermontville United Methodist Church for Maple Breakfast for the Community are putting on a Saturday December 13 • 7 a.m. -10 a.m. Everyone welcome, come on in and start the day out right VafieyNews classified ads We will have Pancakes, Sausage Links, Eggs any style, Texas Toast, French Toast and Biscuits and Gravy. Beverages are Orange Juice, Milk, Coffee and Water Also... the UMW will be holding their annual Cookie Walk 7 a.m. ■ ? in the Church Fellowship Hall oseeuas �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, December 6,2008 — Page 5 Many people, businesses are crucial to food pantry MVCCOH closed on school'snow days' <% ht Ml iS^' JuW JMuil’Wm S b?S **>!?* 1 0m Li ® W/ :*^S* *** 4 The Maple Valley Community Center of Hope and its food pantry will be closed this winter on days when Maple Valley Schools are closed. “We want all of our neigh­ bors and volunteers to be safe and warm this season,” said Cathy Christman, pastor of Nashville United Methodist Church and direc­ tor of the MVCCOH. “The work that the Center of Hope does and the food pantry are blessings to many in our community. This past Tuesday, Dec. 2, our neigh­ bors who came through received a basket of food that would retail at about $44. Our neighbors received food that has been purchased through the South Central Michigan Food bank and donated through various vol­ unteers and organizations such as Campbell Soup and the Michigan Sportsmen Against Hunger Program. “The Campbell Soup Company and their employ­ ees have a long history of contributing to the commu­ nities where they live and work,” she added. “Through their support, Campbell is able to make a positive impact in the communities beyond where they directly operate, but where their brands are part ofthe lives of our consumers.” Since 1991, the Michigan Sportsmen Against Hunger (MSAH) has been working to create linkages between donors, wild game proces­ sors, and charities that feed needy individuals. MSAH is an all-volunteer organization and is led by sports men and Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events fcu?*' Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Hearty Menu Monday, Dec. 8 "b hs u to L , 'Wl® Baked pollock, white rice, country potatoes, sweet and sour carrots, grape juice. * toi lid women concerned with mak­ ing a positive difference in the community. Together, they have assembled a network of processors and charities across Michigan to help channel wild game donations into the hands of those in need. Michigan leads the nation in hunting license sales. It also led the nation in the increase of working poor families with children from 1975 to 1995. With dona­ tions from hunters, farmers, processors, and volunteers, Michigan Sportsmen Against Hunger helped dis­ tribute more than 50,000 Following a J-Ad Graphics tradition, informa­ tion about Advent and Christmas events at local churches will be printed on a space-available basis. Information to be printed needs to be sent to patri- SOCIAL NEWS Wednesday, Dec. 10 fe, Ma (M) Chicken and bean casserole with Cheddar cheese, green peas, plums. fcjijj Thursday, Dec. 11 ;5Efcty Ils®, Chicken chili, Calif, blend vegetables, peach cobbler, com muffin. ® • httatkv dnsth^ Isra- tawM&ti oa w pjffite a a CribfeDriii KB Briney Bam* »l ® JwiafttsEs US- H^isSst® Iris, ® Litt ®l I® ia riLitt aad I®' iri to S3 jHjinHuu mWw'T' Sliced turkey, mashed potatoes with gravy, com O’Brian, carrots, banana. Cold Menu Monday, Dec. 8 Cottage cheese, Spanish bean salad, diced peaches, whole wheat crackers. Tuesday, Dec. 9 Wednesday, Dec. 10 Egg salad, coleslaw, tropical fruit, wheat bread. .- feria®12'1 fatal 6 Thursday, Dec. 11 Calif. Reuben spread, broccoli bacon salad, apricots, rye bread. Friday, Dec. 12 fh!Uris Uris,>Ito’18181 fch!> Sliced chicken, com and tomato salad, diced pears, wheat bread. nri^w Activities Calendar Hast-ings - Music with Sam; Nashville 5 10:30 a.m.; Card Making 12:30 p.m.; Tai Chi 1 p.m. Delton - Bingo. H,W,N - Reminiscence. Tuesday, Dec. 9: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m. GL Potluck 12:45 p.m. sing Wednesday, Dec. 10: Hastings - Music with Sam; Nails; Bible Study 12:30 p.m.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m. Delton - Reminiscence. Thursday, Dec. 11: Hast-ings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Music with the Lewis’; Caregiver’s Sup. 3:30 p..; Cancer Support 1 p.m. Delton - Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville TV Time. Friday, Dec. 12: Hastings - Exercise 9 a.m.; Mixed Media Painting 9:30 a.m.; Bingo 10 a.m.; Model Railroad 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Woodland - Visiting. JJr* il* O> r& 0 jjri$ 0 VON Russell Smith to celebrate 92nd birthday Russell Smith will be 92 years old on Dec. 16. He would enjoy cards sent to 11789 Vermontville Hwy., Vermontville, MI 49096. Each year, Maple Valley High School leadership classes organize and hold a school-wide Thanksgiving canned and non-perishable food drive to benefit the Pantry Shelf of the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope in Nashville. Items were delivered to the Community Center of O NEWS OF Neck and back pain, headaches, numbness and more! Nashville Chiropractic Center H H BARRY make sure their event is pub­ lished may want to consider purchasing an advertisement. For information about the Christmas event listing, con­ tact Patricia Johns at 269­ 945-9554. Classic holiday tunes and contemporary arrangements will be played to help the audience celebrate the holi­ day season. Massage, ‘Tanning beauty Shop Tanning Specials °™> “$mOmiE Month Unlimited Hair Specials Subscribe to the Michigan State University National College of Chiropractic If you have questions or would like to make an appointment call: 517-852-2070 We are a Blue Cross, Medicare and Medicaid provider Most insurances accepted Shop Hours: Mon. 9-4; Tues.-Fri. 9-6; Sat 9-2 Evening Appointments Available & 4 & Salon Or Buy 10 Visits for $20 and Receive a FREE Bottle of Practical Magic Dr. Mike Callton, D.C. said leadership student Brooke Cornwell. "We do all we can to make our community a better place to live,” added Jaklynn Platte. IHAPPY HOUDAYS lannillyLMaSSayB|% r™ M to* COUNTY! Call 269-945-9554 for more information. 517-719-9271 f ane/Ze f Chiropractic Can Help... Join the Avon team for only $10. Be your own boss! Independent Representative Hope on Tuesday for distribution to those in need during the holiday season. "We We hope that everyone in our area will have the chance a nice to enjoy Thanksgiving meal, GET ALL THE Hastings Banner. 517-852-0293 along with the Maple Valley - Ionia Community Band. The public is invited to this free concert that will showcase the musicianship of both young and older. & Avon beats tough economy with unbeatable sales. Call today to start your holiday shopping! Gina Clark fees or and whether reserva­ tions are required. The e­ mail should include the tele­ phone number of a contact person. Since this information is printed on a space-available basis, anyone who wants to High school band holiday concert Sunday Monday, Dec. 8: to to'* '* & open on Tuesday during the week of Christmas and New Year’s Day. The Center of Hope clothing pantry is open by appointment by calling the NUMC 517- 852-2043. Finally, Santa’s Workshop will be held from 9 aun. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 20. Anyone is welcome to come and “shop” for presents for their families. “We will also have wrap­ ping available, Christmas goodies, and Santa might even make an appearance,” said Christman. High School leadership class holds annual food drive Friday, Dec. 12 Ground bologna, American cheese, cucumber salad, man­ darin oranges, hamburger bun. cia@j-adgraphics.com by 4 p.m. on Tuesday to be included in each week’s Thursday or Saturday papers. Information should include the date, time and place ofthe event, admission Maple Valley schools will host a holiday band concert Sunday, Dec. 7, at 3 p.m. in the high school gym. The concert will feature the high school band, junior high band and jazz band Sheppard’s Pie, cream style com, stewed tomatoes, tropical fruit, biscuit. ^tase, acknowledge our many vol­ unteers who make our pro­ gram a success. Recently, the Maple Valley Pharmacy donated a supply of diapers for our families who come through the food pantry,” said Christman. She also noted that volun­ teers like Russ Keech who used his personal vehicle to pick up donations recently and all ofthe volunteers who help on Tuesday mornings are making a vital contribu­ tion to making the program run smoothly. “With (their) help, we serve nearly 200 families a week,” said Christman. The food pantry will be Churches can now post upcoming Christmas events Tuesday, Dec. 9 ® feMfeyfe pounds of wild game dona­ tions (primarily venison) in 2000. “Many of the individuals who benefit from this pro­ gram have never been blessed with the opportunity to watch a deer slip through the woods or pull a perch from an auger hole,” said Christman. “Hanna and Davis Fine Meats out of Sunfield has provided the Maple Valley Food Pantry with venison for our many neighbors. Don Hummel has coordinated this with us,” she added. “With the holidays upon us, the Maple Valley Food Pantry would like to |I;| || FREE Brow Wax With a cCnhemicail sSenrvice s2a0nd an Nail Specials $ $20 | Mani / Pedi ’ Combo Mani/Pe)di and Acrylic Combo $30 k? Hair, Nail & Tanning & Holiday Combos W ij Mani/Pedi Combo, W Up-Do & One Tannin Tanning Visit cJ MO 517-726-1506 150 N. Main, Vermontville aj ||| | �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday, December 6,2008 — Page 6 SUMMTIT, continued from page 1 firam Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Lawmaker wants to legalize tasers The same class will be cial deputy who might be required for those wanting called into temporary duty by the sheriff during a to buy a taser. Recently I demonstrat­ local emergency, I felt that ed the safety of the device I should complete this by allowing myself to be training. I also thought by tasered during a House demonstrating it for the committee hearing. Many Legislature, I could show people have since asked the effects and safety of why I would go through the device. The taser would be han­ that demonstration. I sim­ ply took the same training dled legally in Michigan that every deputy in Eaton just like a pistol that County takes before being shoots bullets. Besides the allowed to carry the eight-hour training and device on duty. I retired background checks, other from the sheriffs depart­ safety measures are in ment just as the devices place. To misuse the came into use, and I had device would be a crimi­ never taken the training. nal act. Ifthe device is disDeputies also are charged, it gives off con­ required to be pepper- fetti-style computer codes sprayed in training, and I so that any officer will had been through that pro­ know what device was cedure. As a current spe- used. I believe it is common sense to legalize tasers in Michigan for citizen use. In my 33 years in law enforcement, I developed a strong belief that every citizen should be able to MYRON BOWLING defend themselves from rape or death. The taser device is a less than lethal Surplus to the Continuing Operation of option that should be DIMOND INTERNATIONAL available to every Rigger & Machinery Mover Michigan citizen without 922 N. M-37 Highway in Hastings, Ml a serious criminal record. % %To the editor: I have introduced a package of bills with Geoff Hansen, R-Hart, and Kate Ebli, D-Monroe, that will legalize tasers for citizen use. The legislation will allow Michigan citizens with no felony records, no violent misdemeanors and no recent drunk driving arrests to purchase the defensive device. The measure also would allow citizens the option to use a stun device to defend themselves from violent attacks. Currently, 43 other states allow tasers. 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Box 369 • Ross, Ohio 45061 (513)738-3311 • Fax (513) 738-0221 \ www.myronbowling.com J I i A buffet dinner provided by Pierce Cedar Creek Institute helps the more than 110 participants get suste­ nance and network during a break in the summit. business and is targeting current clients and offer­ c ing services. “When people only visit a body shop once every seven years, you have to think of ways to bring them in with serv­ ices you already pro­ vide,” Solmes said. The keynote speaker of the summit was Cortland “Corky” Overmyer, sus­ tainability manager for the City of Grand Rapids. He spoke about the need to think regionally, not just within the bound­ aries of Barry County. He encouraged those listening to find ways to give value to their com­ munity. Much of his talk resonated with some in the audience because of the Hometown Rick Jones, Partnership process that State Rep., District 71 is already underway in the county. Overmyer also talked about the good news from the region. Grand Rapids and Ann Arbor are growing, and he tout­ ed the need for “dialogues, not yelling” when working on regional problems. Several times during his talk, Overmyer emphasized the need to stress sustainable prac­ tices to provide a future for children and grand­ children. He encouraged planners to think seven generations into the future. GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554for more information. basis, keeping freshness paramount and other connections within the region. Using proverbs from Chief Seattle and other Native American leaders, Overmyer encouraged the audience to work toward community self­ sufficiency and to “play nice together.” Valerie Byrnes from the Barry County Economic Development Alliance opened the sum­ mit with a description of the alliance and services it brings to the communi­ ty and county. This year’s summit Barry County Chamber of Commerce Director Valerie Byrnes talks with George Erickcek from the W. E. Upjohn Institute on his discussion of the 2009 econom­ ic outlook and its impact on Barry County. He also grounded much of his talk in reality. “You can talk about wind turbines and solar panels, but if you can’t help a single mother with children cope with her present needs to fix the plumbing in her apart­ ment and put food on the table, sustainability does­ n’t have a chance,” relat­ ed Overmyer. He encouraged more partnerships, discussions of ways to bring fresh food to schools and com­ munities on a timely was sponsored by the Barry County Chamber of Commerce, Consumers Energy, Pennock Health Services, Barry County Telephone Co., Gun Lake Casino, MainStreet Savings Bank, Firstbank, J-Ad Graphics, Pierce Cedar Creek Institute and NuUnion Credit Union. Participants were treat­ ed to a hors d’oeuvres buffet. Time was allotted for networking with oth­ ers attending the summit. Volunteer tutors needed High Quality P in 1 Hou Film or Pig Tluudtnu.. I hour rush charge iper 3 hour service (per24wBW Get your Quality uality Digital Prints WHILE-YOU-WAIT! j (Custom effects available) 1351 N. M-43 Hwy • Hastings Hours: M-F: 8:30 am - 6:00 pm Sat: 8:30 am - 1:00 pm . Anyone who likes children, can spare one hour a week and would like to make a difference in the life of a child is asked to consider becoming a vol­ unteer tutor with the Maple Valley Support for Student Success (MVSSS) tutoring pro­ gram. This is a newly formed community organization under the auspices of the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope. “Our hope is to have enough volunteer tutors to work with at least 225 students in our three schools and give them the important one-on-one help that can make such a difference in a child's success,” said Maple Valley Superintendent of Schools Kim Kramer. Tutors meet with their students once a week, for approximately 45 minutes and provide one-on-one support. The program will begin Jan. 6, 2009, and run from 2:50 to 4 p.m. and 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday and Thursdays. Volunteer tutors will receive training on tutoring before they are matched with a child. The child's teacher will give guidance and instruction as well. A tutor-training session is scheduled for 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 15, at the Center of Hope. A tutor information packet and application fonn can be picked up at the Center of Hope office a 233 N. Main St. in Nashville or at either the Vermontville Township Library or at Putnam District Library in Nashville. Tutoring times are flex­ ible and there are students who are in need of tutor­ ing all year long, so please join us,” said Kramer. For more information, call either the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope at 517852-0664 or Maple Valley Schools at 517852-9699 or e-mail Kramer at kkramer@mvs.kl2.mi.us. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, December 6,2008 — Page 7 Maplewood announces December OPEN. 7 DAYSA WEEK Students of the Month NASHVILLE 24 HOURS EXPRESS 133 S. Main You’re In, You’re Out... 51*8520868 You're H me Grocery Store Pricing With Party Store Convenience! MON. DEC. 8 SALE WE. DEC. 9 WED. DEC. 10 mm. DEC. 11 SAT. DEC. 13 FR1. DEC. 12 12-PK. BOTTLES MILLER LITE $Q99 Every month, the teachers Students of the Month for grade class. 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FROST HEATING 8 COOLING • New Construction Designed and Installed • Boiler Service and Installation • Radiant Floor and Ceiling Installation GARLIC LOAF/ MINI TOAST 2/$E00 2/5 JOO QUALITY, VALUE 8 SERVICE ■p » OZ. COLE'S j;< j;<S <*. Atfh* * QQC | (517)852-9565 § Mon.-Thur, 6AM-iopm-. FrlySat. 6AM-Midnight; Sun. 9AM-10PM Bridge Cards ■ WIC �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, December 6, 2008 — Page 8 HGB helping fitness buffs become group exercise instructors The Wellness Center at Hayes Green Beach Memorial Hospital in Charlotte will host an Aerobics and Fitness Association of America Primary Group Exercise Certification class Jan. 10, 2009. People interested in teaching group exercise should stop by the wellness center and pick up a regis­ tration form before Dec. 12. "Being a group exercise instructor can be a reward­ ing experience. It gives you the opportunity to help oth- ers become healthier while doing something that you enjoy," said Jake Campbell, who works as the wellness center coordinator and also teaches classes for HGB. "There are a variety of classes out there that are designed to be fun and challenging, but none of them would be possible without someone to instruct them." The HGB Wellness Center has several instruc­ tors with their own special appreciation for teaching, according to Campbell. Kim Kaminski teaches the Monday morning step aerobics class and a Friday morning “Power Pump.” Kaminski actually began as a class participant back in the 1980s but decided she really enjoyed it and want­ ed to start teaching. She now has been an instructor for more than seven years and said that she "enjoys the ability to be creative with her routines and likes that people leave her class feeling good." Kim Dickinson teaches the Wednesday morning step aerobics class and has been teaching aerobics since 1996. Dickinson, who serves as the hospital’s reha­ bilitation services director, said she "loves being around the devoted people" who have been coming to her classes all these years. Cheryl Jackson is both a personal trainer and a group exercise instructor at the wellness center. She cur­ rently teaches cardio fusion, core essentials and Pilates and will be bringing zumba to the wellness cen­ ter in January. Jackson has been teaching a variety of group exercise classes for more than 20 years, includ­ ing golf conditioning, dance conditioning, water aerobics and jazzercise. She said she enjoys helping others and watching them become healthier. Campbell teaches the boot camp class on Monday and Wednesday nights. He has taught similar classes at other locations but said that this is the best group he’s ever had. "The class has a very social atmosphere, and peo­ ple leave with a good work­ out," said Campbell. Teaching group exercise can be a great way to meet other people, he added, but it is also a great way to make some additional money and stay in shape. For more information, contact the HGB Wellness Center at 517-543-9575. Vermontville approves 2009 budget and millage levy by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Thursday night, after holding a public hearing that drew neither comments nor questions from the public, the Vermontville Village Council approved a 15-mill property tax levy before Headlee roll backs, the same levy as last year, and a bal­ anced budget of $641,850 for the 2009 fiscal year. In the 2009 budget, the general fund will see the biggest expenditures to pro­ vide matching funds for a $59,750 facade improvement grant offered by the Michigan State Housing Development Authority. The village will put up $23,250 in matching funds, and the balance of $36,500 will come from the participating businesses. Another anticipated expenditure from the general fund will be the purchase of a new street sweeper. The village’s current street sweeper is obsolete, and it is becoming difficult to find parts to repair and maintain it. The next area ofthe budg­ et to see the largest expendi­ tures is water, with projected expenditures of $104,748 due in part to the Department of Public Works planning to rebuild pump No. 5. With Council Member Abe French absent, the budget was approved by a 5­ 1 vote. Council Trustee Sue Villanueva said she voted against approving the budget because she objected to some items in the such as the cash­ ing of CDs. The council also held a public hearing on a proposal to raise water rates by 2.5 percent per 1,000 gallons of usage, which would equal approximately 6 cents per 1,000 gallons or approxi­ mately 36 cents per month for the average household, which uses 6,000 gallons of water each month. The increase was proposed to cover the rising cost of pro­ viding the service. State law requires that municipal utili­ ties such as sewer and water be self-supporting. During its regular meeting, the coun­ cil approved the increase unanimously. A letter explaining the increase will be sent out with the January water bills. In other business the vil­ lage council: • Heard a report from DPW Director Monte O’Dell who state that it would cost between $800 and $900 each Give the gift of love to a homeless pet Eaton County Animal Control is hosting a “Home for the Holidays” adoption event during December by extending its hours Tuesdays and Thursdays, Dec. 9, 11, 16,18 and 23. On those days, Eaton County Animal Control will be open from 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13, it will be open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The county is waiving adoption fees dur­ ing this event. Anyone interested in adopting a pet may visit the county Web site at www.eatoncounty.org/Depar tments/Animal_Control and click the paw print to view the selection of pets to choose from. VERMONTVILLE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING DECEMBER 9, 2008 VILLAGE OFFICE, EASTSIDE DRIVE 1:00 - 4:00 PM This meeting is held each December in order for the Board of Review to correct clerical errors and mutual mistakes of facts. Assessor Jeff Winans will be available at the Village Office to receive public comments from 11:00 to 1:00 December 9,2008. If corrections are needed before then they may be dropped off at the Village Office Monday g> through Friday from 8:00am to 3:30pm. g> - No information/advice will be given by the Village Staff. f December 16 Assessor’s Office hours are 11:00am to noon. — NOTICE — VERMONTVILLE TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS The Vermontville Township Board will be accepting letters of interest from any township resident interested in serving on the Board of Review from January 1,2009 to January 1,2011. Letters must be received by December 16,2008. There will be a special meeting on Wednesday, December 17, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. at the Vermontville Opera House to discuss the letters. Appointments will be made at the December 23, 2008 Vermontville Township Board meeting. Please mail letters of interest to: Vermontville Township, P.O. Box 215, Vermontville, ML, 49096. This beagle mix puppy, dressed for the holidays, is just one of many homeless pets waiting for adoption at the Eaton County Animal Shelter this holiday season. between the to put in gravel turn-arounds nication at the end of Sherman and Cornwells and the DPW Seminary streets. He also regarding the amount of told the council about the brush that could be put out availability of grant money for pickup without additional from the U.S. Department of cost. • Approved a land-split Agriculture that could be used to defray up to 15 per­ application recommended by cent of the purchase price of the village planning commis­ a new street sweeper. sion for residents on North He also submitted a bill Main to allow the construc­ for $4,062.92 from an exca­ tion of a second residence on vating firm that did work for the property. • Discussed but did not the village over the holiday weekend in an attempt to take action on creating a locate a suspected water notice to be put on the doors main leak. The council later of residents with brush piles unanimously approved a too big for regular pick up. • Held a first reading on motion to pay the bill as pre­ sented, securing a $100 dis­ amendments to three village count by paying it this month ordinances regarding the rather than waiting until the planning commission and regular January meeting. notices on zoning applica­ O’Dell also spoke to die tions! in order to bring them, council about Independent into compliance with state Bank’s desire to erect a free­ guidelines., standing clock that would • During the public com­ match the village ment portion of the meeting, streetscape, in front of its O’Dell as Vermontville building and then turn own­ Township Fire Chief ership over to the village. A requested and received per­ committee was established mission from the council for to talk with the bank presi­ the fire department to use the dent. Committee members park in the village square for are Villanueva, Trustee caroling and other activities Mark Jorgensen and Village starting at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Treasurer Kay Marsh. Dec. 24. • Approved a motion rec­ • Announced that at 6 p.m. ommended by the village Monday, Dec. 8, the council ordinance committee to would hold a farewell dinner decrease Cornwell’s brush for former trustee Tom pick-up bill from $330.98, Williams to thank him for his the cost to pick up three many years of service to the over-sized loads to $81.24, council. Williams decided the cost of one over-sized not to seek reelection after load. The bill was lowered serving on the council for after it was determined that many years. there had been a miscommu- Call269-945-9554for Maple ValleyACTION-Ads Reach over4,000 area homes 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 Hiving 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. 06681145________Vermontville Township Board EQUAL HOUSING OEEORTumrv 06663312 VERMONTVILLE VILLAGE RESIDENTS COBB Will MllUNG (REPAIR • 7 Day Senrice • Pumps Installed & Repaired • Service On Submersible Pumps • 2” - 5” Well Drilling and Repair 30 Years Experience Estimates Available 517-726-0377 356 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Richard Cobb David Cobb Ml Lie. *1748 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS A Zoning Variance request 'will be considered for 188 W. Second Street, of the side yard setbacks on a non-conform­ ing lot for the purpose oferecting a detached garage. Hearing will be held Monday December 22,2008 at 7pm in the village office. Any persons wanting to state their agreement or objections please attend or send them in written form to: Village ofVermontville - ZBA P0 Box K Vermontville MI 49096 0668142/ �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, December 6, 2008 — Page 9 Local students become 'lawmakers for a day1 to> % sS Jv$i! skkJ$ totoj S' SSss * *JJ&SSs >>?s? **kk’* » ' *>>S JSJjH ^J**l IB I*. 11 kt ’* Bwkn^ln ■* ■®ftasiis1 * ‘tasijiU BMnti'Jtsa ffM a Vawfi i» Imi| lii H «• ’JKEniWp CS£ arH.K id- iamsKS tss aa s®s|kIi Ik KjBjtjBij® । ife si i i fi Iik. ki aE. >jbbIM|* >£g ijjij.Ddi® r d irfiiiW® •iiBfrfo!tl81» g< Haiiik^ . kt giriii®’ 5rt«k-ib k-ib £3 *•■ More than 30 local stu­ dents and their parents traveled to Lansing this week to take part in Rep. Brian Calley's second annual "Lawmaker for a Day" event as a reward for winning the lawmaker's Summer Reading Contest. The student winners and their parents met with Calley, took part in a dents to get a firsthand mock committee hearing, look at state government watched an actual session and have fun in the from the House gallery process." and got a special tour of Local winners included the Capitol. Ana, Esther and Christy "The 'Lawmaker for a Brooke, Gavin Booher Day' program this year and Samantha Henion of was a hit with both the Nashville. students and parents," "We have some very said Calley, R-Portland. dedicated readers in our "It's a great way for stu- area, and it was a pleasure to meet them," Calley said. "Learning about the political process will give these students a great start in learning about our overall system of democ­ racy." Calley sponsors the summer reading contest each year to help students retain and improve upon their reading skills. Elementary school stu­ dents in Barry and Ionia counties picked up spe­ cial contest bookmarks at local libraries and kept track of the books they read over the summer. Keep children safe during the holidays Children are at an increased risk of injury this month as families celebrate the holidays. According to safety experts at Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital, increased parental attention can protect children during this time. “All children and families want to enjoy the holiday sea­ son,” said Melinda Howard, injury prevention specialist, Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital and coordinator, Safe Kids Greater Grand Rapids. “That excitement can translate to a variety of injuries including poisoning, bums and choking. Take time out to learn how to protect your little ones from the com­ mon holiday dangers, and you and your family can enjoy a safer season.” Choking and swallowing hazards Tree ornaments, light bulbs, icicles, tinsel and small toys are potential choking hazards for small children because they may block the airway. The gener­ al rule of thumb is that if an item is small enough to fit in the mouths of babies and toddlers, they shouldn’t play with it. Common holiday foods such as peanuts or popcorn are potential choking hazards and should not be given to children under 4 years old. The needles of trees can cause painful cuts in the mouth and throat of a child who swallows them. Keep small objects out of a child’s reach. Fire and burn safety Keep the Christmas tree secured in a sturdy stand so that it doesn't tip over or isn't knocked over by kids or pets. Place it away from all heat sources such as electrical outlets, radiators and portable space heaters. If buying an artificial tree, be sure that it is labeled "fire­ retardant." Unplug all lights, both indoor and outdoor, before going to bed or leav­ ing the house. Avoid using real candles on a tree because if the nee­ dles are dry they can easily catch fire. Never leave the room with candles burning. It takes just a split second for a spark from a candle to burst into flames. Keep candles away from windowsills and mantles and use only flame­ retardant decorations when decking your halls. Don't overload indoor or outdoor electrical outlets. Accidents The kitchen is often a busy place during the holidays with more cooking and bak­ ing than usual, creating more opportunities for bums and scaldings. Keep pot handles turned away from the front of the stove and always keep the oven door closed. To prevent accidents, watch children closely in the kitchen. Kitchen appliances should be clean to prevent potential fires. Keep breakable ornaments out of the reach of young children or keep them off the tree until your children are older. There is an increased inci­ dence of car accidents and injuries to children during the holiday season. Parents should buckle children securely during car rides and not drive after drinking. In addition, be cautious when traveling at night on holidays such as Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve, since there is a higher inci­ dence of drunk driving on these days; Poisoning Plants such as mistletoe, holly, poinsettias and Jerusalem cherry are consid­ ered potentially poisonous and should be kept out ofthe reach of children. Symptoms of plant poisoning can include rashes, nausea and vomiting. If a child may have eaten any part of a plant, immediately call the doctor or poison control at SOO222-1222. "Bubble lights" containing methylene chloride can be poisonous if a child drinks the fluid from more than one light (even if labeled nontox­ ic). Snow sprays may be harmful ifthe aerosol propel­ lants are used improperly. Alcohol poisoning is a common risk for children during the holiday season. Many parents host holiday parties where alcohol is served. Parents should remove all empty and par­ tially empty glasses immedi­ ately following parties. Children often imitate adults and many may drink the beverages they see adults drinking. “Busy schedules, more visitors in the house and lack of routine all contribute to increasing the risk of injury,” added Howard. “It’s easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of the season, but slowing down in order to take these precautions will keep children safe and healthy.” For more information, visit www.safekidsgr.org. Eaton County dog license available From Dec. 1 through Feb. 27, 2009, dog license fees in Eaton County will be $10 for each spayed or neutered dog and $15 per male or female dog. On or after March 1, 2009, the license fee will be $30 per dog. County residents may obtain dog licenses through their township or city treas- urers or by mailing a valid rabies vaccination certificate and the spay or neuter certifi­ cate to Eaton County Animal Control, 756 Courthouse Drive, Charlotte, MI 48813. Dog licenses also may be purchased at the Animal Control facility.’ The office hours are 8 a.m. to noon and 1 to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, with the exception of holidays. Residents must also provide the valid rabies vaccination certificate with the spay or neuter certificate when applying in person. Contact Animal Control for more information at 517­ 543-5755. Need wedding invitations? Stop by and check out the large selection at J-Ad Graphics 1351N. M-43 Highway, Hastings State Rep. Brian Calley gives the official oath of office to Barry and Ionia county students before they participate in the Lawmaker for a Day event. In My Own Write by Sandra Ponsetto Music really does help You know, I think Walt swept through our area last Disney was on to something; Sunday gave me the opportu­ music really does make nity to discover first-hand chores and housework a lot that music really does make work seem to go faster and less boring. In his first feature-length seem even (dare I say it?) — animated film, Snow White, enjoyable. which was released in 1937, Sunday afternoon my hus­ Disney included the catchy band, daughters and I had little song "Whistle While just finishing decorating our You Work," for the scene in house and Christmas tree which Snow White cleans when I noticed our driveway the seven dwarves’ cottage was filling up with snow and with the help of woodland needed to be shoveled. My animals. In his 1964 film, oldest daughter had home­ “Mary Poppins,” the title work to finish and my hus­ character encourages her band had promised to make young charges to clean their his succulent com chowder room with the help of magic for dinner, so it was up to my and the song "A Spoonful of 14-year old daughter and me Sugar." And most recently in to shovel our driveway and the 2007 princess spoof, sidewalk. We bundled up "Enchanted" Amy Adams and trudged outside into the cleans a New York City early evening twilight to col­ apartment while singing "A lect our shovels. Happy Working Song, Song," Last Mother’s Day my aided by pigeons, rats, cock- husband and daughters roaches and flies. bought me an ipod, which Each of these scenes made has quickly become my what would normally be a almost constant companion. I scene of drudgery, fast­ had recently loaded it with paced, lively and fun. I never some of my favorite think to listen to music when Christmas CDs, George I clean my own house Winston’s "December" and because quite frankly, it’s Loreena McKennit’s “A hard to hear my' stereo over Winter Garden.” As I shov­ the roar of a vacuum cleaner, eled, large fluffy flakes of and very often I’m cleaning a snow continued to fall, and room where I wouldn’t hear the music combined with the the stereo even if I had it on. ambiance from Christmas And, since I am notorious for lights transformed our yard my lack of vocal skills, pro­ and driveway into a land­ viding my own music with­ scape of wonder. And, while out the help of professional I didn’t have the help, of back up from the radio or woodland creatures, magic or vermin (I will be eternally stereo is not an option. But, the heavy snow that grateful about the last) and I didn’t actually sing myself (for which my neighbors are eternally grateful), it seemed like the work was easy and was finished in no time at all. The next morning my hus­ band woke me up at 6 a.m. to tell me that the kids had a snow day. A few minutes later, the rhythmic scrape of a snow shovel told me that my husband was already out­ side shoveling the driveway. I dressed quickly, bundled up in my coat, boots and gloves and grabbed my ipod and went out into out to help him shovel. This time I chose some Christmas music arranged for piano and harp that seemed just right for the pre-dawn hours. And, you know what? It happened again. The music harmo­ nized with the Christmas lights and the falling snow, and it seemed as if we were done in no time at all. Of course it’s possible that this all could be attributed to the magic of the Christmas season. After all, I have my doubts whether any music in the world will make me happy while I’m shoveling gray,, slushy snow in late February. But, who knows? Maybe I’ll crank up some of my favorite operas and sing along. 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The omy right now, and you are boys soccer team was the top putting your faith in us. cookie dough selling team Thank you for realizing how and will receive $50. vital it is to keep the ambu­ The boosters paid to have lance service local and the the speaker system at the dire consequences it may football field enhanced and have had if it were not. On behalf of everyone on the added a speaker on the visiambulance mileage commit- tors side for better quality tee and the ambulance serv- and volume. The speaker ice I would like to say that system in the high school your support means a lot to gym also will be improved. us and you can expect to re­ Plans are being discussed for ceive the same service you a speaker system for the soc­ have to come to know and trust. As the people respon­ cer, softball and baseball sible for keeping the service fields. Ewing Garden Center was up and running, stop in and get to know us and learn hired by the boosters to landabout what we do. 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Awards are Natural Resources. It based on academics, is the university’s sec­ extracurricular activi­ ond largest scholarship ties and interest in program; only the athdairy industry careers. letic scholarship proThis is the seventh gram is larger. year the awards have A sophomore at been made specifically MSU, Westendorp is for agricultural tech- the son of Doug and nology students. The Louisa Westendorp. Nashville Eric resident Maple Valley Elementary Lunch Menu Monday, Dec. 8 Hot dog. French fries, pears, brownie. Tuesday, Dec. 9 Chicken Tetrazzini. Break stick, broccoli, mandarin oranges. Wednesday, Dec. 10 Burritos. Whole kernel com, pineapple, Goldfish Grahams. Thursday, Dec. 11 MW Cottage Inn. Pizza bagels. Tossed salad, fruit cocktail, birthday cake. Friday, Dec. 12 Sack Lunch Day. Mini cheeseburgers. Carrot sticks, banana, animal crackers. NOTE: Fuller Alternative Entree Choices: Peanut butter and jelly sandwich, honey and peanut butter sandwich. Maplewood Alternative Entree Choices: 6 oz. Yogurt w/string cheese, chef salad, peanut butter and jelly sandwich. Maplewood offers a variety of healthy snacks for 50 cents each (cash only: quarters or dollars only). Milk is included with all full meal purchases. Assort-ed bread choices daily. Breakfast price: $130; Lunch price: $1.90; Adult price: $2.75; milk only: $.45. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Monday, Dec. 8 Chicken Fajitas. Hot spinach dip, cinn. applesauce. Salad bar. Tuesday, Dec. 9 BBQ pork sandwich. Whole kernel com, jello w/fruit. Asian bar, Wednesday, Dec. 10 Chicken Tetrazzini. Broccoli, peaches. Deli bar. Thursday, Dec. 11 Kellogg Cottage Inn. Macaroni and cheese. Green beans, pears. Mexican bar. Friday, Dec. 12 Mini com dogs. Baked beans, banana. Pasta bar. NOTE: Entree’s available daily: cheeseburger, variety of chicken sandwiches, pizza, peanut butter and jelly sandwich, fish sandwich, honey and peanut butter sandwich, 6 oz. yogurt w/string cheese. Side choices available daily: garden salad, juice, fresh fruit. Milk is included with all full meal purchases. Seconds avail­ able on vegetables at no additional charge. Assorted bread choices daily. Breakfast price: $1.45; Lunch price: $2.25-$2.50; Adult prices: $2.75-$3.00. Milk only: $.45. Dependable, damage-free 1B11 r• •T Lockouts Tire Service • Accident Heating & Air Conditioning Vermontville, Ml COLE HA/MSBARGER Owner meeting will be Monday, January 5, at 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend. Officers are Tai Gearhart, president; Lori Courtney, vice president; Jackie Ewing, secretary; and Kelly Jones, treasurer. Trustees are Jon Boss, Glenn Ewing, Becky Wilson, Keith Jones, Adam Brumm and Scott Johnson. The boosters Web site can be found at www.mvs.kl2. mi.us. Select “School Buildings” and “Jr./Sr. High School” to get to the Web site. SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS Westendorp Hansbarge LICENSED INSURED scape the west entrance to the high school. Most people enter the high school through these doors for indoor athlet­ ic events, and the boosters wanted to improve the look of the school entrance. Students Trenton Courtney, Devin McElroy, Jessica Curtis, Jeff Burd and Brooke Cornwell helped with the landscaping project. Floor mats are the latest purchase. The competitive cheerleading team will be using these for practice. They are being purchased at a reduced rate because they are a couple of years old but still in excellent condition. The village of Nashville and Vermontville and Mike Beauchnau put up Maple Valley flags on the light poles every week during the football season. Steve Augustine volunteered to paint the football field before every home game. Plans are underway for our fourth annual reverse raffle Eric Westendorp receives MSU dairy scholarship WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUROWN WORK. Richard Ewing Owner Maple Valley students (from left) Jessica Curtis, Jeff Burd and Brooke Cornwell show the landscaped area they helped complete near the west entrance of the school. (Not pictured are Trenton Courtney and Devin McElroy). to be held locally on Saturday evening, April 18. Letters will be sent out soon to past attendees to offer them a two-part payment plan for 2009 tickets. Two hundred tickets will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis. The boosters also are working with the Nashville VFW to have a Texas Hold ‘Em tournament this winter. Details will be coming soon on both events. Maple Valley Athletic Booster meetings are held monthly in the high school office break room. The next RUUD Featuring Ruud Bas Furnaces and Air Conditioners. Full Line of Indoor Air Duality Products • FREE Estimates CALL 269-945-9554 any time for Action-ads! 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Clinton was nearly Nate Converse 2-1 in their much, but we didn't lie down the Lions. able to stop the roll, with him match. either.” Maple Valley’s Michael on top, but Cowell managed The Lions Lions’ ’ Anthony Anthony The Lions The trailed Paisley had to bow out of his to get the pair to do another Mol son won by forfeit Wyoming Park 26-22 before 189-pound bout with 180 degrees and finished on against the Vikings, and the two pins by heavy­ Thomapple Kellogg’s Chris top. The Lions’ 215 pounder scored a 7-3 decision against weights Cowell and Jensen. Westra at the Thornapple was 2-0 on the day, he also Thomapple Kellogg. The Vikings then forfeited Kellogg Quad Wednesday pinned his opponent from “We’rejust not very good, two of the final three match­ night, after the two crashed Wyoming Park. but we’re going to get bet­ es as the Lions came out on to the mat hard. Paisley land­ He was one of four Lions ter,” Ricketts said. “Our lack top. ed on his shoulder. who finished the day 2-0. of experience really showed, Thomapple Kellogg That put the Lions down Tyler Franks, at 145 pounds but as time goes on ifwe stay jumped out to a 37-6 lead Maple Valley’s Michael Paisley and Thornapple 37-6 in their dual with the also had two pins. Don healthy, if we stay eligible, heading into the two heavyhost Trojans. Jensen at 285 scored a pin we’ll be okay.” See, WRESTLING, page Kellogg's Chris Westra fight for control in the first period Dusty Cowell took the mat of their 189-pound bout Wednesday night at the TK next for the Lions, facing off 12 Quad. (Photo by Brett Bremer) against Thomapple Kellogg 215 pounder Cody Clinton. Clinton had a 3-2 lead and was holding Cowell down on the mat in the second period, when Cowell had to take a moment because of a hurt ankle. Cowell came back to the mat, and in the third period scored a pin against Clinton with 29 seconds left on the clock. The Trojans went on to a 52-18 win, but the Lions did finish the night with a 1-1 record. They scored a 46-32 win over Wyoming Park in their first dual of the night. Thomapple Kellogg was 2-0, also topping Martin 46-32. “I was really please Dusty Cowell went for the win,” said Maple Valley head coach Chris Ricketts. “He’s a captain. He said, ‘if I lose 1 The Lions’ Dusty Cowell fights to break free from lose, but I’m going to go for Thornapple Kellogg’s Cody Clinton during their contest the win.’ I thought that was at the TK Quad on .Wednesday night in Middleville. fun; for me?’ (Photo by Brett Bremer) RHifagljl StapIO® K fe* Uta Htki .juacisi^®^- Htl^l ulltt'iarfffiS'®'2 tataiM lhaLpto«“ ita*M 08111u. Maple Valley’s Anthony Molson (top) drives Thornapple Kellogg’s Zach Schnicke towards his back during the second period of their 112-pound contest Wednesday night. 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Thornapple Kellogg heads to Grandville Saturday before hosting another quad this Thursday. MV Little League moves its age determination date to January 1 Now you can create one-of-a-kind gifts for everyone on your list! The Maple Valley Little League recently sent a flyer home with elementary stu­ dents containing information on the 2009 Maple Valley Little League season. Anticipating similar play­ er participation as last year, the boys’ baseball program will be broken into three divisions, U7 (for 6- and 7year-olds), U9 (for 8- and 9- Greeting Cards, Calendars & New Photo Books ‘Tis the season to share your pictures. Let our experts help you create wonderful photo gifts in time for the holidays. Bring in your photos and let the fun begin! year-olds), and U12 (for 10-, •11-, and 12-year-olds). Players’ ages will be determined as ofJan 1,2009. With both the baseball and softball divisions, consider­ ing the different age cut off date of Jan. 1, the league would like parents to know they can move their child into an older age division if desired. Players may not par- ticipate in a younger age division. The season will run from May 4 to June 26. More sign-up information will be released in February or March. Contact Kyle Booher with any baseball questions at (517) 852-1510 or Jody Franklin for softball at (517) 726-0387. Lions can’t overcome Rams’ size in teams’ league opener by Brett Bremer Kodak image center solutions Photo Calendars Give veawoeyearo a whole year of sm smiles esw with oour photo calendars... a thoughtful gift for family & friends! jsnusrx 2oga Greeting Cards Make the season special! Choose from our wide selection of designs and personalize with your own words. ORDER EARLY! 20 cards & envelopes hinukkan Only Sj 095 Sports Editor There aren’t many varsity girls’ basketball teams in the Kalamazoo Valley Association that have the kind of low post presence the Rams possess. Galesburg-Augusta’s announcer at Friday’s season opener against Maple Valley even introduced juniors Felicia Standley and Sarah Hamilton as the Rams’ “twin towers.” Standley led her team with 15 points, and Hamilton chipped in nine, as the Rams scored a 52-48 victory over the visiting Lions. The duo combined to score the first seven points of the contest, six by Standley. “They’ve got two really big girls that cause a little havoc in there, but I think we got to work a little better at keeping the ball out of the post,” said Wilkes. Standley had 13 points in the first half, despite sitting on the bench for the final six and a half minutes with two fouls. “I think we came out flat,” said Maple Valley head coach Landon Wilkes. “I think, being the first game, we came out a little tense. We looked a little shell shocked at the beginning, and we weathered a big storm there.” Nine points was as big as the Ram lead would get in the first half, after that 7-0 run to start things off. With Standley on the bench, the Lions took off a bit in the second quarter. A three-pointer by Elizabeth Stewart with 2:29 left before the break tied the game at 21. The Ram lead grew to six again late in the half though and it was another big play by Stewart, a steal that led to a lay-up, midway through the third quarter that tied the game again at 29. From then on, neither team led by more than three points until the Rams took control in the final 20 seconds. The Lions led 40-37 with FREE DOUBLES DAYS!!! 2 DAYS ONLY! 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A minute later, Hamilton rebounded a Standley miss and put it back in to put her team up one. The Rams stretched the lead to three points after an offensive rebound by Chelsea Greene eventually turned into another bucket by Cochran. Cochran finished the night with 12 points. From there, the Ram lead bounced between one and three until the end. “I’m proud of the kids. The effort was there. We’ve got to make some better decisions down the line,” Wilkes said. Stewart led the Lions with 16 points. Jennifer Kent added 15 points, and like Standley battled foul trouble much of the night. Leslee Rigelman added ten points, hitting three three-pointers, despite constant shouts from Galesburg-Augusta coach Tim Bom to watch the shoot­ er any time she stepped onto the floor. “They did a good job of slowing us down and spread­ ing us out a little bit,” Wilkes said of the Ram defenders. Maple Valley plays, two more KVA contests next week, traveling to Delton Kellogg Tuesday and then hosting Pennfield Friday. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/822/MapleValleyNews_2008-12-13.pdf bdf0849a9020d7c55232eef4c88b0bab PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 227 EAST STATE ST HASTINGS Ml 49058 A Public Library 227 E State St Hastings Ml 49058-1817 mvn Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. HASTINGS PUBLIC U8SOI. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: <269) 945-9554 HASTINGS MI49058 Vol. 136-No. 50, December 13, 2008 School board recognizes Sessions for many years of service by Sandra Ponsetto “He has calmly led the Staff Writer district for a number of During its regular years,” added Kramer. “I December meeting Monday don’t think the district is night, the Maple Valley fully aware of his work Board of Education held a behind the scenes. He has brief reception and took a really helped the district, and few moments to recognize it has been great for the outgoing Board President kids.” Jerry Sessions for his 12 1/2 Former Board of years of service to the dis­ Education Trustee Allison trict. He had served on the Avery agreed. board of education since “It truly was an honor and 1996 and as president since a privilege to work with him 2003. Sessions decided not on the board,” she said. “I to seek re-election this year. was impressed with his “I’ve been on the board 12 strong leadership skills. He and a half years, and I have always represented his com­ enjoyed every minute,” said munity well and based his Sessions in a later interview. decisions on what was best “But life keeps getting a little for the students.” more hectic all the time, so it Sessions said some of the will be nice to have some high points of his tenure on more time for other things, the board included working and I thought it was time to with all the different board let some younger people take members and seeing the ded­ over.” ication of teachers and staff Maple Valley in the Maple Valley School Superintendent of Schools district. Kim Kramer described “When you’re involved, Sessions as, “an outstanding you really see how much our board of education member.” teachers and staff love what Outgoing Maple Valley Board of Education presi­ dent Jerry Sessions was recognized for his years of service to the district. they do and how dedicated they are. When I see how much they put into their work, it really makes me feel good about Maple Valley,” he said. “You hear a lot about how bad things are. But I coach, and when you’re around young people and see how positive they are, it really makes you feel good about the future and it all stems from what they learn in the classrooms from their teachers.” Sessions said he also has enjoyed handing out diplo­ mas during graduation each year and listening to the building principals’ monthly reports. “When you listen to the principals give their monthly reports, you see how proud they are of what their build­ ing is accomplishing and what the kids are learning,” said Sessions. “There are so many good people out there, and I just feel its time for me to step down and let someone else come in and have an oppor­ tunity to do some good work,” concluded Sessions. “He is absolutely going to be missed,” said Kramer. “Jerry truly represents the essence of this community. He grew up and went to school here, his kids went to school here, and he has volunteered untold hours especially as a pole­ vaulting coach. I don’t think people realize we have one ofthe best known pole-vault­ ing coaches statewide and in the nation. Jerry is just an outstanding gentleman.” In other business the school board: • Approved a proposed resolution from the Eaton Intermediate School District to put a 1-mill, five-year (2009-2013, inclusive) spe­ cial education proposal on the ballot of a school election to be held in each of the EISD’s five school districts Tuesday, May 5, 2009. The motion was passed by a 5-2 vote with trustees Tim Burd and Kevin Rost casting the dissenting votes. • Heard comments and requests from teachers, staff, a former board member and members of the community to reinstate the school liaison officer. Later, the board approved a motion to rein­ state the officer for the remainder ofthe school year. During a special meeting in November, the board voted 5-2 to eliminate the position mid-year. However, after hearing appeals from staff and community members, the board voted unanimously to repeal that decision. • Unanimously approved a motion to participate in Schools of Choice for the second trimester, which runs November 2008 to February 2009. • Went into closed session for a periodic personnel eval­ uation, to discuss collective bargaining, and discuss the sale, purchase and lease of property. • Unanimously approved resolutions to adopt the Maple Valley Schools 403(b) Plan and the Maple Valley Schools 457 Plan and authorize Kramer or Director of Finance Daryll Sydloski to direct and execute the plan. See Sessions, pg. 4 Nashville Village Council sets date Nashville’s first for special meeting DDA hearing Christmas parade is today by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The Nashville Village Council unanimously approved a resolution to set Wednesday, March 18, 2009, as the date for a special 7 p.m. public hearing and possibly take action on a Downtown Development Authority (DDA) being pro­ posed for the village. Council Trustee Mary Coll suggested that the hear­ ing be held separate from the council’s regular meeting. “That way we won’t have to hurry to take care of other business, and we can take our time,” she said. “The important thing is to move forward. We need to realize that we can structure the DDA the way we feel it should be, not the way they are doing it somewhere else,” said Orvin Moore, one of the local residents spear­ heading the drive to establish a DDA in Nashville. In other business, the council unanimously approved a motion to change the village’s health insurance policy so that employees are now required to contribute 10 percent of their weekly insurance premium co-pay. Council also approved a motion approving the docu­ ments necessary to make the change. Nashville Police Chief Jerry Schray, one of the four employees insured by the village, said he did not object to the change when asked for his opinion by the council. “I can’t speak for every­ body; but, I’ve talked to a lot of people and everybody pays something,” said Schray. “I knew this was coming. It was wonderful, but it has come a time now where we have to dig in and on behalf of myself I say, ‘let’s do it.’” The council also discussed sending a second letter to Russ Ayers regarding a derelict bam on his Bridge Street property, requesting that the building be removed. Council members approved a motion to appoint Department of Public Works Director Scott Decker as the village street supervisor. During a special meeting Thursday, Dec. 4, the coun­ cil approved the appointment of Decker as the new DPW director to replace former Darrell Clements Jr. who resigned Nov. 25 at the coun­ cil’s request after a closed session to discuss personnel/ employment issues. During the public com­ ment portion of the meeting, a village resident congratu­ lated Decker on his on his appointment but said he felt the council had handled the situation poorly. “I don’t think it was han­ dled well; it was very poor timing,” he said of Clements’ resignation at the council’s request. “I would not do that to a person during the holiday season ... that should have been thought about.” Fire damages Nashville home by Jon Gambee StaffWriter A house fire near Nashville Dec. 6 caused considerable damage to the interior of a single-family residence but the two people who lived there, Steve and Lisa Kill, escaped safely, as did their pets, according to Castleton­ Maple Grove-Nashville Fire Chief Bill Wilson. “The call came into the 911 Dispatch Center at six min­ utes after midnight,” Wilson said, “and we responded immediately. The home is located on Curtis Road, exactly 3.2 miles from the fire station. “I spoke with the fire investigator today,” Wilson said Wednesday, “and although he hgs not deter­ mined the exact cause, it was an accidental fire and it appears it started in the chim­ ney area.” Wilson said there was con­ siderable damage to the din­ ing area, where the chimney was located, the living room area and the home’s front porch. Responding to the call to assist were single units from Hastings and Vermontville, Wilson said. “We had a tanker coming from Bellevue, but we were able to turn them around and let them head back before they reached the scene.” Wilson said there has not been an estimate as to the monetary value of the dam­ age, and the fire remains under investigation. The Village of will visit with children in Nashville will hold its first the gazebo at Central Park, annual Christmas parade, 4 where there will also be p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13. music and caroling. The The parade will start on Holly Trolley will pick up Washington Street, pro­ passengers at Central Park ceed south on Main Street from 3 to 5:30 p.m. for a and end at the VFW Hall. ride around town to see the The Maple Valley High Christmas displays. There School marching band will will be hot chocolate and appear in the parade as goodies for the ride. The Holly Trolley is will the Castleton-Maple Grove-Nashville EMS and being sponsored by the Police fire department. And Nashville and the Santa, of course, will be Department Nashville Neighborhood the guest of honor. After the parade, Santa Watch program. In This Issue • Santa visits Putnam District Library • Schoolcraft defeats Maple Valley to the start KVA duals • Community center and schools to offer tutoring program • Friday night basketball results • Winter sports teams previews �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, December 13,2008 — Page 2 Vermontville umc Santa visits Putnam District Library busy during season The Vermontville United Methodist Church has been busy helping the community the past three months. In October, the church held its first community breakfast, the proceeds from which were donated to the New Beginning Pregnancy Center in Charlotte. VUMC also had a baby bottle ministry for the center, asking members of the church to fill baby bottles with change for the month. Between the two fundraisers, the church raised $330.64 for Santa Claus has a busy schedule these days. Amid the hustle and bustle of the the center. The women ofthe season, he found time to visit church also sent the center with some children this past baby blankets and handmade Tuesday night at Putnam baby afghans. District Library. In November, the church Lights were twinkling in held a winter clothing drive every comer of the room, and sent hats, boots, coats from the dazzling display of and more to the Maple holiday trees to the excite­ Valley Community Center of ment shining in children’s Hope in Nashville. eyes. Kids took turns crawl­ In December, VUMC put ing up on Santa’s lap to share together and angel tree to their secret wishes with him help out some local children. as parents flashed their cam­ “We have a great congre­ eras, capturing holiday mem­ gation that loves to reach out ories. to our community,” said , Families enjoyed fresh parishioner LeRoy Starks. popcorn and made reindeer food to guide Santa’s sleigh to their homes on Christmas Eve, Santa also had time to tour the library and check out the many miniature trees. More than 20 miniature trees are Drawing will benefit Green Gables Haven Santa Claus is making his yearly visit to Maple Valley Pharmacy in Nashville Wednesday, Dec. 17, from 4 to 6 p.m. (or later if neces­ sary) to meet all of the chil­ dren and listen to their lastminute requests. This year, the pharmacy also will hold a special draw­ ing of a Playskool Kota My Triceratops dinosaur to bene­ fit the Green Gables Haven in Hastings, which serves and provides sanctuary for residents from Barry County. The drawing will be at the decorated and show all that Nashville businesses and organizations have to offer. The festival oftrees will con­ tinue to be on display through the rest of the year. Anyone who has not seen the display is encouraged by the library staff to stop by and tour the library. While at the library, they may wish to consider taking an ornament from the “Library Wish Tree.” Donations will allow the library to purchase a new copy of a classic book title. The library will be open from 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13, from in conjunction with Nashville’s Christmas Parade at 4 p.m. This will provide a time for families to visit the festival of trees and treats will be served.. Please note, the afternoon hours are in place of regular hours. Regular library hours are 10 pharmacy on Christmas Eve and made by Santa himself, between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. For every 25-cent dona­ tion, a person's name and phone number will be written on an entry paper and put in the basket to be drawn by Santa. “So come on down to MVP and see the coolest Christmas gift of the year and make a donation to a good cause that does a lot of good for our community,” said Pharmacist Shane McNeill. Gage Rohde discusses his holiday wishes with Santa. a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays, 3 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays and 9 a.m. to noon Saturdays. The public is asked to note Maple Valley Pharmacy offers flu clinic Dec. 17 From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec., 17, Maple Valley Pharmacy at 219 N. Main Street in Nashville will offer a flu clinic. Personnel will be on hand to administer vaccines for flu ($25) and pneumonia ($40). Pharmacist Shane McNeill said that, “in recognition of these tough economic times,” Lakewood and Maple Valley teachers and ^Diana’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. 1-517-852-9481 Jaden and Lauren Drabik put on their best holiday smiles for their photo with Santa. 06663407 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 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St, Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG Wed. 5:30 p.m.................. Family Supper 630-7:15 ............................. Pioneer Club Sun: 9:00...................... Sunday School 10:00.............................. Church Service 11 DO .........................................Fellowship GRACE COMMUNITY 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 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 PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRESHAM 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. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. . PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 that the December board meeting scheduled for Tuesday, Dec. 16, has been canceled. The library also will be closed on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve. . . PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School: 930 a.m. Adult Sunday School 1030 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Services 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages . .’.1030 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 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship ............... 8:30 a.m Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST .. CHURCH . PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE 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 Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service................. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School ............ 11:15 a.m. PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN 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 M-79 West Sunday Schoo Worship........... 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School.............................. 9:45a A.M. Service...................................... 11 a P.M. Service........................................ 7 Wed. Service ............................ 7 p.m. UAW auto workers will receive a $5 discount. Parents possessing valid Medicaid cards for their chil­ dren under 18 years of age will be offered the flu vac­ cine for $10 per child. The vaccines also are available on a walk-in basis during regular pharmacy business hours any day the business is open. Sunday Service's: ................ 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 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 . . .6:30 p.m. AWANA................. 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 930 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, December 13,2008 — Page 3 Wellness Center introduces Zumba: Exercise in disguise Nashville car club donates to “Wish Upon a Star Each year in June, the Nashville Car Club sponsors a car show, with the proceeds going to a charitable organization. The club has once again donated $1,100 in proceeds from the eighth annual car show to the "Wish Upon a Star” program which provides Christmas gifts for area children and families in need. Lois Elliston, (right) coordinator of Wish Upon a Star, is shown accepting this year’s check from car club president Dan Kellogg (left) along with club members Terry Kellogg, Bernie Hickey, Bonnie Maker, Pat Priddy, Lee and Dorothy McMillen, Carol Kellogg, Ruth Hickey, Bill Maker, Larry Hynes and Jesse Hynes. Missing from the photo are Barney Silsbee, Ralph Rasey, Tim and Cindy Allwardt, Larry Hook, Loretta Pixley, Pat Hynes and Pee Wee Andrews. The planning committee is already working on the 2009 car show. Bake sale will benefit Humane Society The Barry County Humane Society will hold its annual holiday bake sale Friday, Dec. 19, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the lobby of Hastings City Bank in Hastings. Homemade cakes, pies, cookies, breads and doggie treats will be available. Money raised will go toward Pet Meals On Wheels, the Humane Society’s program that helps provide free pet food to individuals who receive Commission on Aging Meals on Wheels and need a little help feeding 06681773 those pets. Also, proceeds will help with the requests the Humane Society receives for dog and cat food from pet owners who temporarily are having trouble purchasing food for their pets due to financial difficulties. COBB Will DRIUING (REPAIR • 7 Day Service • Pumps Installed & Repaired • Service On Submersible Pumps • 2” - 5" Well Drilling and Repair 30 Years Experience Estimates Available 517-726-0377 356 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Richard Cobb David Cobb Christ Comes for You! 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Worship with us or at your family church this Christmas! + Sunday Worship -10:30 a.m. Christmas Eve Candlelight Service - 7:00 p.m. Christmas Eve Communion Service -11:00 pan. + Zion Lutheran Church 269-367-4817 6261 Velte Road in Woodland Susie & Gordon on their wedding day 3/4 Mile South of Lakewood High School You are welcome ns you are - emotionally, physically, or spiritually^ Facilities availablef or those with mobility, sight, or hearing challenges Susie was a sweet girl Susie at her 41s' Birthday Susie will be celebrating her 60th Birthday in heaven 02702359 �Ml Say "A* Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Saturday, December 13.2008 — Page 4 SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS Join Us Saturday, Dec. 20"*, at 7 pm Maple Valiev Elementary Lunch Menu Monday, Dec. 15 Macaroni and cheese. Green bean*. p/a and man. oranges, cookie. Tuesday, Dec. 16 Chicken nuggets Mashed potatoes, pears, peach crisp Wednesday, Dec. 17 Cheeseburger Hot Pocket Tater tots, applesauce. Rice Knspy Treat Thursday, Dec. 18 Cook’s Choice. Friday, Dec. 19 Cook's Choice. NOTE: Fuller Alternative Entree Choices: Peanut but­ ter and jelly sandwich, honey and peanut butter sandwich MaplewtKid Alternative Entree Choices: 6 oz. Yogurt w/stnng cheese, chef salad, peanut butler and jelly sand­ wich. Maplewood offers a variety of healthy snacks for 50 cents each (cash only: quarters or dollars only). Milk is included with all full meal purchases. Assort­ ed bread choices daily. Breakfast price: $130; Lunch price: $1.90; Adult price: $2.75; milk only: $.45. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Monday, Dec. 15 Burritos. Refried beans, fruit cocktail. Salad bar. Tuesday, Dec. 16 Chicken tenders. Cheesie potatoes, mandarin oranges. Subway bar. Wednesday, Dec. 17 H.S./Kellogg Cottage Inn. Cottage Inn Pizza. Scalloped com. applesauce. Hot dog bar. Thursday, Dec. 18 Cook’s choice. Friday, Dec. 19 Cook’s choice. NOTE: Entree’s available daily: cheeseburger, variety of chicken sandwiches, pizza, peanut butter and jelly sandwich, fish sandwich, honey and peanut butter sandwich. 6 oz. yogurt w/string cheese. Side choices available daily: garden salad, juice, fresh fruit Milk is included with all full meal purchases. Seconds available on vegetables at no additional charge. Assorted • Nashville's Only Family Owned, Independently Operated Funeral Home • Fully Staffed Children v Resource Room • Free Video Tribute • Barrier Free • Ample Parking • Accommodations Up to 300 (517) 852-9712 9200 E M-79 HwyJ • Nashville Scott A. Daniels * F™,ly Owner/Manager bread choices daily. Breakfast price: $ 1.45; Lunch price: $2.25-$2.5O; Adult prices: $2.75-53.00. Milk only: $.45. or Sunday, Dec 21s1, at 11 am as the VBC Choir Presents Meet Sessions, continued Piepate to Jave ywn JeatCMetterf from page 1 at you faJee a maU/caty&ainey • Approved Gary Reid as the freshman boys basket­ ball coach • Approved a motion to apply for membership to the Michigan Charitable Gaming Association. If the application is approved, each school in the district would be licensed to hold up to 16 gaming-type fundrais­ ers during the year. • Heard reports from administrators and building principals. Maplewood Principal Fred Davenport reported that an anonymous community member donated $1,500 to ensure that sixth grade camp will continue. He added that the fifth grade fishing program is now fully funded through grants due to the efforts of Ron Martin, who teaches the program. Terry Woodman, who is the director of the Latchkey program stated that although the board had voted to elim­ inate the program as part of its mid-year budget cuts, it will be able to continue to operate as an independent entity for the remainder of the school year. fltta tiaT i-etyf<i4/ Ctui/mai Vermontville Bible Church 250 N. Main St., Vermontville, MI 517-726-0647 A THANK YOU NOTE TO OUR COMMUNITY On behalf of the CMGN A Ambulance Millage Committee and the employees of CMGNA EMS, I would like to thank all of our voting communities in valuing their local ambu­ lance service by voting “yes”, to approve the ambulance operations millage on Nov. 4,2008. You showed us your commitment in supporting us, now we will show our con­ tinued commitment to you. Our commitment to you will be to give you the most professional prehospital care available anywhere. We will continue to be involved in the community such as assisting at the food bank, school events, and blood pressure clinics. We are a part of your community and are always willing to meet you and hear your suggestions for our service. Thank you for your support. This Christmas Shop Downtown ahs thm ontepoma —■ j cover Hastings, and you’llfind there’s more to explore this holiday season. iA jA : Make your shopping and dining experience a very special one this season by discovering the vibrant charm of our unique shops & restaurants. pen late Friday nights until 8:oo pm Shop Downtown Hastings ... where the Holidays begin! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, December 13,2008 — Page 5 Lions and Panthers founding members of the new SMCCC by Brett Bremer Sports Editor • The girls now have some­ thing to strive for. This year marks the first year for the Southern Michigan Competitive Cheer Conference (SMCCC). Delton Kellogg athletic director Ben Farkas played a major role in the formation ofthe league, which includes Kalamazoo Valley Association members Delton Kellogg, Maple Valley, Pennfield, Schoolcraft, as well as Bronson, ClimaxScotts, and White Pigeon. The KVA rules wouldn’t allow the formation of a competitive cheer competi­ tion because not enough of the league’s ten schools offer the sport. Olivet was also slated to be a part of the league, but didn’t have enough girls come out for the team this winter. “Really the only thing they had going was regionals, and ifyou didn’t win that you’re done,” Farkas said. That was the main reason for the formation of the con­ ference. Other good reasons are the chance to build rival­ ries and the money that the schools will save. The SMCCC will hold three league jamborees, one at Bronson Jan. 14, one at Climax-Scotts Jan. 28, and one at Delton Kellogg Feb. 11. Those three meets account for half of the league standings. The other halfwill be decided at the conference championship meet at Maple Valley Feb. 14. Teams often have to pay to take part in invitationals and tournaments. The league schools save some ofthe cost of the entrance fees it would have had to pay to fill their team’s schedules otherwise. “He’s really stepped up to the plate,” Maple Valley var­ sity cheer coach April Wagner said of Farkas. “He’s kind oftaken it into his hands, and he’s done a really good job organizing every­ thing and keeping everyone informed.” Farkas and Delton Kellogg varsity cheer coach Zoe Reynolds had talked about finding a way to start a cheer conference for the past From Our Readers couple years, and things finally came together last summer. “I am really excited,” said Reynolds. “I think it’s going to be a really great thing. It’s going to push the girls to be better and give us something other than being regional champs to shoot for.” There were times in the past when teams like Delton are forced to attend a couple invitationals at one school during the same season just to fill up the schedule. There are county and invitational titles to shoot for each year, but having a conference is something special. “I love the idea,” said Wagner, “just for the fact that the girls can have a real­ istic goal. State, there are just so many teams. It gives them the chance to show their sport means something and prove they’re working hard.” The girls can also work towards a district champi­ onship this year, as that step has been added to the state postseason tournament because of the growth of the sport. Schoolcraft defeats Maple Valley to the start KVA duals Kalamazoo Valley Association newcomer Schoolcraft opened the league season by scoring a 52-21 victory over the Maple Valley Lions Wednesday night. Dusty Cowell at 215 pounds and Zack Baird at 103 both scored pins for the Lions. Don Jensen scored a 7-5 decision over Colin Monroe at 285 pounds. Those were the only three EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP wins on the mat for Maple Valley. Anthony Molson also scored a win, by forfeit, at 112 pounds. Schoolcraft controlled things in the middle weights, scoring pins in each flight from 119 to 130 pounds and in each flight form 152 up to 171. Lucas Brumm, at 140 pounds, dropped a tough 9-7 decision to the Eagles Zack VanZile at 140 pounds. In the 135-pound match, the Lions’ Josh Fulford fell 7-4 to Austin Landis. Maple Valley bounced back by topping Bloomingdale 68-12 in the nightcap. The Lions started things off with a 42-0 lead, as Bloomingdale forfeited seven weight classes. The Lions won five of the seven matches which were wrestled. At 112 pounds, Molson topped Michael Shaw 11-6. At 130, Austin Tabor scored a pin against Marshall Wixom. The Lions’ Tyler Franks at 145 and Ryan Brooke at 189 also scored pins in the dual. The Lions’ other win came from Jim Brown, who scored a 15­ 6 major decision over Omar Villaion at 171 pounds. Wireless networks need to be secured To the editor: During the holiday season, paying online is often more simple than going to the store. What makes paying online even easier is your home wireless network. In our daily patrols at the Nashville Police Department, it has been noted that an excess of 30 wireless networks are unse­ cure, and to make matters worse the WiFi network name is the first and last name of the owner. The problem with having an unsecured WiFi network is that anyone can get onto it. This means your neighbors can use it, tying up your Internet speed. And even worse, hackers can prey on your open connection. With an unsecure WiFi connec­ tion, a hacker can literally sit inside his or her vehicle and steal your data. With the holidays upon us and the average person buy­ ing more online, it is a prime opportunity for hackers to steal your data. The best deterrent is adding a wireless security key to your network. Picture an unsecured wireless net­ work as an unlocked door — very easy to gain access to. A secure wireless network is more like a door with a dead­ bolt lock. Now this doesn’t mean your network is impen­ etrable, but it does stave off most would-be hackers. This holiday season, let’s surf smart and safe. Change your network name to a name that doesn’t identify your residence and add a wireless security key to your home network. Your identity will thank you. If you have any questions on how to setup your wireless network properly make sure to con­ tact a competent IT service. 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Zank, District has contracted with who is involved in drama at MVU during the past eight Maple Valley, and Erwin years in an ongoing effort to said they found the classes to provide students with classes that normally cannot be be highly motivational. During the afternoon ses­ offered in a small rural sions, Erwin and Zank par­ school setting. ticipated on a panel entitled “The Faces and Stories of Online Learning.” Parent and student participants were Maple Valley High questioned by educators, School students Amanda administrators and online Erwin (left) and Adam innovators in the interest of Zank (right) pose for a providing information and photo with keynote speak­ feedback on technology, educational content and col­ er and author Michael B. laborative aspects involved Horn. Amanda Erwin and Adam Zank, Maple Valley juniors, were invited to participate in the fifth annual Michigan Virtual University (MVU) Symposium in East Lansing Wednesday, Dec. 3. The symposium, Disruptive Innovation and the Future of Online Learning, spearhead­ ed by MVU President and CEO Jamey Fitzpatrick, focused on strategies and new ideas needed to serve the educational needs of today’s students. Erwin introduced Keynote Speaker Michael Hom, the author of Disrupting Class: How Disruptive Innovation Will Change the Way the World Learns. Following the address by Hom, students Community center and schools to offer tutoring program state graduation require­ ments, decreased funding and increasing class size are taking their toll on student performance. “Sixty percent of the freshman class failed algebra I this fall, and starting with the class of 2011 students are required to have four years of high school math to grad­ uate. And, we have students entering junior high that can’t read because with the increasing class sizes, teach­ ers aren’t able to give strug­ gling students the attention they need,” said Trowbridge. He also noted that with more and more households needing two incomes in order to make ends meet, it is becoming increasingly diffi­ cult for many parents to give their children help they may need with their homework. 4iWe don’t want to just teach specific skills but also basic skills in reading, writ­ ing and math that they need to learn (across subjects),” added MVCCOH President by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter The Maple Valley Community Center of Hope (MVCCOH) is partnering with the Maple Valley School District to provide tutors for at least 225 kinder­ garten through 12th grade students. The MVCCOH is asking any and all communi­ ty members interested in vol­ unteering to serve as tutors to sign up by contacting the center or the school adminis­ tration office. A tutor information and training session will be held at 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 15, at the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope. The tutoring program is slat­ ed to begin Tuesday, Jan. 6, and will be held at Maple Valley High School from 2:50 to 4 p.m. and 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays during the school year. Roger Trowbridge, vice president of the MVCCOH, said that the unfunded new Cathy Christman. “We need tutors for all subjects — reading, writing, math, sci­ ence, history.” “Ifwe do this, we will also be giving kids confidence and teaching them that they can do things. We want to teach them to be leaders and not followers, and that’s what happens when kids learn they can do things themselves,” said Trowbridge. “We want to give kids the education they need for the future. What motivates me is giving them the skills they need to take charge oftheir lives and con­ trol their own destinies.” Trowbridge said that while there is talk in Lansing oflowering the state’s gradu­ ation requirements, he feels it will hurt students in the long run. “Last year about 60,000 to 80,000 jobs — good-paying jobs went to people imported from other coun­ tries because our graduates don’t have the math skills and training necessary to do the job,” he said. “Microsoft recently built a facility in Canada because the kids graduating from school in Michigan didn’t have the skills and education they needed. We as parents and as a community need to get involved and see that our kids get the education they need. “We’re not the only dis­ trict in the state to have these problems; this is a statewide problem,” added Trowbridge. “But, we want to work in partnership with our schools to create a com­ munity and school tutoring program that will work for our kids and who knows, when word gets out that it is working, maybe we’ll attract more families to our dis­ trict.” Trowbridge said that some people have expressed con­ cern that the tutoring pro­ gram would become an after­ school baby-sitting service. He said he doesn’t think that barru Counlu GREEN LIGHT DRIVING SCHOOL llc 301 N. 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There are some students in our district that haven’t learned basic conversational skills,” he said. “There’s a lot to consider,” said Christman. “The word ‘mentor’ keeps coming up. We at the community center want children to learn not only skills but also high val­ ues from this program. The community center wants to serve the whole community — not just those who need the food pantry and clothing closet.” Christman said that some elementary teachers have asked if, in addition to the Tuesday and Thursday after­ school tutoring program, some volunteers would be willing to come into the classroom and read to the children during the school day. “The elementary teachers would love to have volun- teers come into their class­ rooms,” she said. Trowbridge and Christman said those inter­ ested in becoming a volun­ teering do not need special skills. They just need to like working with children or youths, have one hour a week to spare and a desire to make a difference in the life of a child. Attendance at the training session is not mandatory. A tutor information packet can be picked up at the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope office, 233 N. Main St. in Nashville or at either the Putnam District Library in Nashville or the Vermontville Township Library in Vermontville. For more information, call the MVCCOH 517-852­ 0664 or Maple Valley Schools administration office 517-852-9699 or e­ mail Maple Valley Superintendent of Schools Kim Kramer at kkramer@mvs.kl2.mi.us. Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Barry County Commission on Aging Menu and Activities Hearty Menu Monday, Dec. 15 Ziti with chicken, Brussels sprouts, apple crisp. Tuesday, Dec. 16 Tuscan bean soup, Calif, blend vegetables, diced peaches, oyster crackers. Wednesday, Dec. 17 Turkey ala king, country potatoes, carrots, tropical fruit, biscuit. Thursday, Dec. 18 Meatloaf and gravy, garlic mashed potatoes, green beans, spiced apples, dinner roll. Friday, Dec. 19 Sloppy Joe, Italian blend vegetables, redskin potatoes, banana, hamburger bun. Cold Menu Monday, Dec. 15 Hard boiled eggs, pea and peanut salad, mandarin oranges, whole wheat crack­ ers. Tuesday, Dec. 16 Seafood pasta salad, gar­ banzo bean salad, fruit com­ pote, graham crackers. Wednesday, Dec. 17 PB&J, carrot raisin salad, pineapple and mandarin oranges, wheat bread. Thursday, Dec. 18 Tuna pasta salad, Spanish bean salad, tropical fruit, whole wheat crackers. Friday, Dec. 19 Turkey and pasta salad, marinated vegetables, diced peaches, whole wheat crack­ ers. Activities Calendar Monday, Dec. 15: Hast­ ings - Music with Sam; Nashville 5 10:30 a.m.; Card Making 12:30 p.m.; Delton Nashville 5 11:30 a.m. H,W,N - Reminiscence. Tuesday, Dec. 16: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Red Hat Christmas Tea I: 30 p.m. GL- 10:30-12:30 Cards. Wednesday, Dec. 17: Hastings - Music with Sam; Nails; Bible Study 12:30 p.m.; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m. Delton - Reminiscence. Woodland - Mini Massage I1: 30 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 18: Hast­ ings - Line Dancijig 9:30 a.m.; Music with the Lewis’; Caregiver’s Sup. 3:30 p.m.; Cancer Support 1 p.m. Delton Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville TV Time. Friday, Dec. 19: Hastings - Exercise 9 a.m.; Mixed Media Painting 9:30 a.m.; Blood Drive 10:30-4 p.m.; Bingo 10 a.m.; NO Model Railroad. Woodland Visiting. Nashville Feast/Nashville 5. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, December 13, 2008 — Page 7 HGB launches weight-management program Many people may not be who want to achieve compre­ thinking about weight loss at hensive, medically managed holiday time, but if they are weight loss, and two for folks the type to plan early for new who can manage their own year’s resolutions, this is for effort but need a little help them: the New Direction with nutrition and healthy Center for weight manage­ living education. ment at Hays Green Beach The personalized programs Memorial Hospital in are designed to help partici­ Charlotte is now open. pants lose weight safely and HGB’s New Direction effectively and establish Center offers individualized, healthy fitness, eating and state-of-the-art treatment of lifestyle habits for long-term excess weight, which may success, according to Sherlyn also prevent or treat the Hogenson, coordinator of the symptoms of diabetes, hyper­ New Direction Center. tension, sleep apnea, heart “The New Direction pro­ disease and various types of gram is the most intensive cancer. The center offers four plan and requires your physi­ programs: two for people cian’s approval,” explained BARRY COUNTY EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS Dec. 15 Dec. 15 4-H Re-enrollment Deadline. Career Fair sponsored by Michigan Farm Bureau, MSU Campus. Dec. 15 4-H Club Financial Forms Due at Extension Office. Dec. 17 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7 p.m., Courts & Law Building. Dec. 18 Extension Office closing at 11 a.m. for staff­ in-service. Dec. 23 Extension Office will be closed during lunch. Dec. 24-26 Extension Office closed - Happy Holidays! Dec. 29-30 Extension Office closed during lunch. Dec. 31 Extension Office closed for New Year’s Eve. Jan. 1 Extension office closed for New Year’s Day. Jan. 2&5 Extension office closed during lunch. Jan. 6 Teen Leadership Workshop, 6-9 p.m., First Baptist Church in Hastings. Jan. 8 Dog Developmental Committee Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Extension Office. Eaton Federal Savings Bank gives dictionaries to Fuller third graders Eaton Federal Savings Bank has again purchased dictionaries through the Charlotte Kiwanis Club to pres­ ent to each third grade student. Here, Jacob Brass (cen­ ter) holds a dictionary given by Dawn Meade, from Eaton Federal, and Richard Potter, of the Charlotte Kiwanis Club. M&Ub Stree t ^ SoLofv HAIR taH nAnIRin g tt. tannings L NAILS J 226 N. Main • Nashville § 517-852-1757 Hogenson, adding that it has four phases for people with more than 40 pounds to lose. Clients will meet with a team of health care profes­ sionals - a nurse, dietitian, behavioral counselor and exercise specialist - who will create an individualized, medically supervised weight­ loss program. Participants also will receive a supply of nutrition­ ally complete, high-protein, low-carbohydrate beverages in a variety of flavors. These will be the primary source of nutrition during the reducing phase. "The drinks provide 100 percent of the nutrients requliried Hfor good health," explains Hogenson. In phase three, patients will gradually return to regu­ lar food while still remaining in control of their eating. The sustaining phase (mainte­ nance) offers relapse preven- Everyone is invited to attend the First Congregational Church of Vermontville’s second annu­ al Christmas program enti­ tled “Christmas Presence” at 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 21. The program is being directed by Donna Seavolt, and all of the church’s adult staff will be taking part. Characters will be portrayed by Pioneer Club staff, mem­ bers of the church, commu­ nity and members of the Pioneer Club. Guest pianist Austin Ledford will be play­ ing the prelude, so everyone is welcome come early and hear his repertoire. “Come and enjoy the story of Baby Jesus from a new angle and enjoy the music of the season. This would be an enjoyable evening to bring all your family and friends,” Children and youths from said Ruth Willis, who is helping to organize the their Christmas program. event. The church will hold its more. “This will be a time to traditional Christmas Eve reflect on the beauty and service at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 24. The service will include the Advent reading and lighting of the fifth can­ dle, Christmas carols, special music, readings and much GUARDIAN COMPUTER SERVICES LLC. Transfer 8mm, 16mm, ( Super 8 & VHS tapes to your personal DVD Data Recovery * Personal Web Design I Computer Repair & Upgrades Tumyourjavorirepictures love of this treasured sea­ son,” said Willis. “Please plan to make these programs a part of your Christmas cel­ ebrations as a family with us this year.” J-AD Graphics and Printing Plus will be OPEN Christmas Eve, New Years Eve, Fri., Dec. 26 & Fri. Jan. 2 • 8:00 a.m. -12 noon Closed Christmas Day and New Years Day 1351 North M-43 Highway Special (Jift Certificates Available First Congregational Church in Vermontville practice for Have a Safe and Happy Holiday ‘December Tanning Cheryl Pierce, owner/styllst Angie Joppie, stylist • Michelle Snowden, nail tech • Liz Clements, stylist Because the program is med­ participants on an insightful ically supervised, Hogenson journey of meal planning, pointed out that each per­ healthy eating and fun physi­ son’s physician will be kept cal activity. informed of his or her "We know there are no quick progress. fixes and no gimmicks that In the center’s 10-week work," says Hogenson. "We’ll Tune-Up program, partici­ work with you throughout your pants will learn how to make endeavor, providing ongoing meaningful changes to support and encouragement. improve their health, increase We can help you stop the gain energy and live life to the and start making some progress fullest by attending a series of toward a healthier you." presentations by a registered Benefits of the New dietitian on topics such as Direction Center at HGB developing a healthy food pat­ include small-group setting, tern, interpreting food labels, supportive staff, weekly eating out and understanding nurse visits, group sessions, metabolism. and personalized programs. New Direction’s 12-week Some of the programs also Jump Start incorporates meal include discounts at the HGB planning, healthy eating and Wellness Center, personal fun physical activity. A bit training resources and discus­ more intensive than the 10­ sion groups. week Tune-Up, this program For more information, call helps develop skills to define 517-541-5839, e-mail newdiand reach personal weight, rection@hgbhealth.com or fitness and health goals. A visit www.hgbhealth.com. registered dietitian guides Public invited to Christmas program Hair Care for the Whole Family $251 (Month‘Unlimited tion and individualized meal plans to help patients live a healthier lifestyle long-term. "In all phases, people will receive educational materials and medical guidance for safe and effective weight loss, plus specific guidelines for Type 2 diabetes," she added. New Outlook is a moder­ ately low-calorie food plan designed for people with between 10 and 40 pounds to lose. The program includes guidance in nutrition, physi­ cal activity and behavior, as well as easy-to-use forms for planning and recording food intake and monitoring exer­ cise. Weekly group sessions are led by a dietitian, exercise specialist or behavioral coun­ selor. Participants also have the option of purchasing meal replacement shakes in a vari­ ety of flavors to achieve gradual, steady weight loss. (just north of city limits) AARON STAINES Hastings, Ml 49058 1-269-838-0883 269-945-9554 quanllancomfliiterservlcBsQhotnnll.com www.quanllancompiiterseivlcesllC.eom �jugj Say 'As Advartned in the Maple Valley News* Saturday. December 13,2DO8 — Page 8 Lion lead shrinks, but they keep it against Pennfield An 18-3 ran by the visiting Panther* in die third quarter For a n> »mert near the end tightened up the game considr«f the third quarter the vcxMt erably Al one point, the board wud the lead wa* ex on - scoreboard operator gave Pennfield one extra point. It pieie gone It m wrong Maple Vaile) raced out U> stayed up on die board for an IK point half-time lead. almost a minute, showing the M-20 again*! Pennfield score tied al 39 at one point. Friday nigfU in Kalamazoo The problem was fixed before Valley Asoociouon action, the end of the period though. bat found them*elve» in a bat­ The Panthers never actually caught al! the way back up. tle do»n the ctrdch “They weathered a huge storm,*' Maple Valley head coach Landon Wilkes said of his girts. “An 18-3 storm. It's unbelievable to weather that storm and still come out with a victory/' this f ikm is a debt COL Wilkes took some of the lector attempting to COLLECT A DEBT ANV INFOR blame himself, for a defen­ MAT ION WE OBTAIN WILL BE sive change he stuck with USED FOR THAT PURPOSE even when it obviously was­ PLEASE CONTACT OUR n't working. He said his girls OFFICE AT THE NUMBER do need to learn to be better at BE L OW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE making adjustments on the fly MILITARY DUTY MORTGAGE SALE - DMau* haa been made m though. the oondKone of a mortgage “Our defense was strugby Brett Bremer Kprtrfa Uiltir LEGAL NOTICE made by Ricardo J Rodriguez and Kimbarty A A. Banton RodrtgMM. hueband and wife, to First Alliance Mortgage Company, a Michigan Corporation, Mortgagee, dated August 11, 1000 and recorded August 23. 1000 in Instrument Number 1034283, Barry County Records, Michigan Said mort­ gage is now held by Bank of America, National AaeooiaBon as euooaaeor by merger to I aSaSe Bank National Association ("Assignee"), formerly known as LaSalle National Bank, in its capacity as indenture trustee under that certain Safe and Servicing Agreement dated September 1, 1090 among AFC Trust Series 1999-3, as Issuer, Superior Bank FSB, as Setter and Servicer, and LaSalle Bank National Association, Association, as Indenture Trustee, AFC Mortgage Loan Asset Backed Notes, Series 1999-3 by assign­ ment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Hundred One Nineteen Thousand One Hundred Seventy-Two and 27/100 Dollars ($119,172.27) including interest st 13.25% 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 ven­ due at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 100 p.m. on JANUARY 15, 2009. Said prem­ ises are located in the Township of Carlton Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the North onequarter post of Section 33, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, thence South 1863 6 feet; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes West 1320 feet to the place of begin­ ning; thence North 157.2 feet; thence South 80 degrees 22 min­ utes West 115 feet; thence South 12 degrees 30 minutes East 186 3 feel; thence North 58 degrees 56 minutes East 85.24 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: December 13, 2008 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007-5041 248­ 502-1400 File No. 199.2404 ASAP# 2945247 12/13/2008, 12/20/2008, 12/27/2008, 01/03/2009 06681628 LEGAL NOTICE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLEC­ TOR ATTEMPTING TO COL­ LECT A DEBT ANY INFORMA­ TION WE OBTAIN 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 Brad Chase and Terri Chase, husband and wife, to Ameriquest Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated June 18, 2004 and recorded July 8, 2004 in Instrument Number 1130556, Barry County Records, Michigan Said mortgage is now held by Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee, In trust for the registered holders of Ameriquest Mortgage Securities Inc., Asset-Backed Pass­ Through Certificates, Series 2004-RB by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy-Nine and 73/100 Dollars ($100,879.73) including interest at 9.25% 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 ven­ due at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JANUARY 15, 2009 Said prem­ ises are located in the Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 33 feet of Lot 1 and 2, and the East 33 feet of the North 1/2 of Lot 3, and the West 14 feet of Lots 11 and 12, of Block 7 of A W Phillips Addition to the Village of Nashville, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as Recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 6. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600 3241a. in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: December 13, 2008 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007-5041 248­ 502-1400 File No. 214.7785 ASAP# 2945262 12/13/2008, 12/20/2008, 12/27/2008, 01 /03/2009 06681633 Maple Valley's Kayla Shaw puts up a jump shot in between Pennfieid's Breanna Pelloni (left) and Megan Ethier (right) during the second quarter of her team's 57-53 KVA victory on Friday night. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Rigelman led the Lion glmg (in the third quarter), cross-court passes, which we two points with 2:48 to play but our offense was worse. hadn't been doing all game," at 48-46. The Lions' 5-for-12 offense with 22 points, and performance at the free throw Jcnn Kent scored 16. We stopped attacking the bas­ said Wilkes. The second half almost Maple Valley took a 41-38 line wasn’t pretty, but it was ket and started trying to throw lead into the fourth quarter. just enough, combined with a made it easy to forget how Pennfield did pull to within big jumper from Shawndenac easy things had been for the Rost and a steal and lay-up by Lions in the first half, Elizabeth Stewart, to close Rigelman scored all 22 of her out the Panthers. Stewart fin- points in the opening 16 min­ ished the game with eight utes as her team built its big points, and Rost had six. lead. Of those 22 points, 15 “I tried to stay calm, came on five three-pointers. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLEC­ TOR ATTEMPTING TO COL­ because we wanted to win so Pennfield switched to a FORECLOSURE NOTICE This bad," said Lion junior Leslce box-and-1 in the second half, LECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMA­ firm is a debt collector attempting TION WE OBTAIN WILL BE to colled a debt. Any information Rigelman. “We were just try- and the Lions had to find USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. obtained will be used for this pur­ ing to calm down everybody. other ways to score. PLEASE CONTACT OUR pose. If you are in the Military, That's what we try to do. We “The girl would not get off OFFICE AT THE NUMBER please contact our office al the just get out of control some­ me,” said Rigelman. BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE number listed below. MORT­ MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE times." GAGE SALE - Default has been LEGAL NOTICE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Kelly L. Oatmen and Richard Oatmen, wife and hus­ band, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee tor lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 8, 2007 and recorded February 15, 2007 in Instrument Number 1176465, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Aurora Loan Services LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Three Hundred Eighty-One Thousand Three Hundred Eighty-Eight and 65/100 Dollars ($381,388.65) Including Interest at 8.475% 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 Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 100 p.m. on JANU­ ARY 15,2009. Said premises are located in the Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 63 of Sunrise Shores Number 2 according to the recorded Plat thereof as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, Page 98. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless deter­ mined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: December 13, 2008 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007-5041 248­ 502-1400 File No. 191.4096 ASAP# 2945267 12/13/2008, 12/20/2008, 12/27/2008 01/03/2009 06681638 LEGAL NOTICE made in the conditions of a cer­ tain mortgage made by: Bernard F. Barkhuff. A Married Man and Kimberlin J. Barkhuff, His Wife to Mortgage Eledronic Registration Systems, Inc, solely as nominee for Decision One Mortgage Company LLC, Mortgagee, dated June 23, 2005 and recorded July 12, 2005 2005 in in Instrument Instrument # 200507120009925 and also recorded in Old Document refer­ ence No 1149313 in Barry County Records, Michigan Said mortgage was assigned to: HSBC Mortgage Services Inc, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-One Thousand Six Hundred Sixty-Two Dollars and Seventy-Four Cents ($151,662.74) including interest 7.89% 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 ven­ due, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on January 15, 2009 Said premises are situated in City of Freeport, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North one-half of Lot 8 and 9 of Eastwood Acres, according to the recorded Plat thereof. Commonly known as 179 S East St, Freeport Ml 49325 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption peri­ od shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expira­ tion of the notice required by MCL 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later. 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For Rent (616)893-6681 NASHVILLE: 2 BEDROOM trailer, (517)852-9386. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, December 13,2008 — Page 9 Lions get less than a point a minute vs. Panthers by Brett Bremer me we’re only giving up 36 it put us in kind of a hurry in Sports Editor points, I figure we’re in the the half court and we didn’t Holding an opponent to 36 game.” make them work their halfpoints on most nights will win The Lions weren’t in the court defense,” Jones said. a varsity boys’ basketball game, then they were, then The Lions rushed some team a game. they weren’t again. shots, and turned the ball over One of the times it won’t is A bucket by Kyle Fisher a few too many times. when your team only scores accounted for the Lions only A couple quick buckets in 21. two points in the first quarter. the third quarter got the Lions Maple Valley fell in its sea- In the second quarter, Jesse back in the game, but they son and Kalamazoo Valley Bromley and Jeff Burd had a couldn’t sustain the momenAssociation opener 36-21 to basket each to give their team tum. Pennfield Friday night at six points at the half. Part of the problem for the Maple Valley High School. Pennfield led 16-6 at the Lions was the presence of “We really struggled with break.. Pennfield’s Eric Johnson in the shooting,” said Maple “They put pressure on us in the post. He finished with 17 Valley head coach Keith the full court with a 2-2-1. We points, he had 12 of those 17 Jones. “Defensively, I can’t really didn’t have any prob-in the second half. complain. Going in if you telllems tell lems beating the pressure, but For much of the night, a sophomore playing his first It was the first game of the Kalamazoo g aamazoo Christian. rsan. Thee varsity contest was trying to season for the Lions, and the Lions then hit the road for the contain the Panthers’ 6-6 sen- second for the Panthers. first time when they visit ior center. Maple Valley returns to Schoolcraft Friday. “Riley Fisher did a great action Tuesday night with job. He played good defense,” another KVA contest at Jones said of his 6-4 sopho-home, this time against more. “He played a lot of minutes because Pennfield is pretty big, compared to us. We just don’t have the depth at that spot.” Riley wound up leading the Lions on the night with seven NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING points and six rebounds. Burd ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS added six points and eight boards. A Zoning Variance request will be considered for 188 Pennfield also got six E. Second Street, of the side yard setbacks on a non­ points from Derek Morris. conforming lot for the purpose of erecting a detached VERMONTVILLE VILLAGE RESIDENTS GIRLS, continued from previous page “I knew they would do something about it. I wasn’t expecting a box-and-1. I just thought they’d step out or play harder defensively.” Rigelman has scored in a half in her varsity career. “Leslee got hot and we found her,” Wilkes said.. “That’s the kind of ball play- *«!»'***. ^S£?S ■«‘ ““■Oika^ ?• tijjjjj 1 *1 >lljbi ■ Ml® Bl ■» is ofe If -.JHi.fi State ■wfa^mw ■» m^sSisite **■ n e«w sko gKigdifitttt b$Uta«® * The Lions’ Elizabeth Stewart flips a shot over Maple Valley’s Kirsten Eriksson during Friday night’s Kalamazoo Valley Association contest at Maple Valley High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) 06681313 Dependable, damage-free • Lockouts • Tire Service • Accident Recovery • Long-Haul & Off-Road towing! DOBBINS JEFF DOBBIN'S AUTO SERVICE, INC. , I “ Owner, JeffDobbin, ASE Master Technician over 20years experience The 22 points was the most ers I have. It could be anyone of them and they’re finally understanding, let’s find the hot girl and get it to her.” Pennfield was led by guard Emma Fishnick with 17 points. Kerie Rudd added 11 points, and the Panthers’ big post players Breanna Pelloni and Amber Klinkel had ten each. Maple Valley is now 2-1 in the KVA this season. The Lions earned their first league win Tuesday at Delton Kellogg. After a couple of hard fought victories to start the season, Delton Kellogg’s var­ sity girls’ basketball team stumbled in its first Kalamazoo Valley Association home contest Tuesday night. Maple Valley went to Delton and scored a 57-29 win over the host Panthers. The Panthers turned the ball over too many times. When they held onto the ball and got a shot off, the shots weren’t going into the basket. The Panthers were 10-of57 from the floor, and hit just 1-of-ll three-point attempts. Kali Tobias and Adrianna Culbert were a combined 2for-19 from the field for the Panthers. Hannah Williams was about the only Panther knocking down shots. She was 3for-5. She was 6-for-6 from the foul line as well, and finished with a team high 13 ppoints to go along with seven rebounds. The Lions forced the Panthers into 24 turnovers. “Our magic number in turnovers has been 15,” said Delton Kellogg head coach Rick Williams. “We will be more competitive with the good teams when we get that number down.” Stewart led Maple valley with 11 points and Kent added eight. Mikaela Bromley had seven points, and Page Semrau, Kayla Shaw, Rigelman, Jordan Beachnau, and Rost had six Hansbarger Heating & Air Conditioning LICENSED INSURED Vermontville Ml COLE HANSBARGER Owner Featuring Ruud Gas Furnaces and Air Conditioners. Full Line of Indoor Air Quality Products • FREE Estim | | each. The Lions outscored Delton 14-5 in the opening quarter, then pushed their lead to 31-8 by the half. garage. Hearing will be held Monday December 22, 2008 at 7pm in the village office. 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Many of the top wrestlers are gone, but there are quite a few wrestlers back looking to build on their previous expe­ rience. The group is led by sophomore 103-pound wrestler Zack Baird and sen­ ior 135-pounder Lucas Brumm. Both of them fin­ ished third in their weight class at the KVA League Tournament last year. Other returnees include Wayion Eaton, Aaron Piercefield, Tyler Franks. James Samann. John Currier, Anthony Molson. Cody Cruttenden, and Ryan Brooke. Maple Valley head coach Chris Ricketts, who's enter­ ing his 36th season as the leader of the program, said that his team’s strength this season is its willingness to work. He admitted after his team's opening duals that the team isn’t very good now. but he said he expects it to get better and better as the season goes on. Finishing near the top of the KVA won’t be easy this season, with the addition of Schoolcraft and Constantine. Delton Kellogg has won six consecutive league champi­ onships, and returns a strong squad. The Panthers though have already lost, in a non­ league dual, to Schoolcraft this December. Maple Valley starts the conference season at Parchment next Wednesday, then will be home for their annual Jesse Snow Memorial Tournament Dec. 20. The 2008-09 Maple Valley varsity wrestling team. Team members are (front from left) Wayion Eaton, Tyler Franks, Lucas Brumm, Aaron Piercefield, Zack Baird, Anthony Molson, Clayton Beers, (middle row) Brayana Rose, Jimmy Brown, Joshua Fulford, Alejandro Reid, James Samann, Nick Redmond, (back) Austin Tabor, John Currier, Ryan Brooke, Dusty Cowell, Don Jensen, Niko Rose, Cody Cruttenden, and Andy Zank. Missing from photo is Michael Paisley. Six sophomores return to varsity for their junior year by Brett Bremer Sports Editor \ group of nine juniors will lead the Maple Valley varsity girls’ basketball team this season. That doesn't mean the Lions lack varsity experi­ ence. Of the nine, six were a part of the Lion varsity team which went 10-11 last year and finished fifth in the Kalamazoo Valley Association. Junior forward/center Jennifer Kent and guard/forward Leslee Rigelman are both starting their third sea­ son on the Lion varsity, and both were all-conference in the KVA last season. Kent led the Lions with ten points, 5.5 rebounds, and 1.7 blocks per game. She shot 78-percent from the floor as well. Rigelman shot 32-percent from behind the three-point line, hitting 43 on the season. Also returning are junior EATON SAVINGS FEDERAL guards Elizabeth Stewart, Jorden Beachnau, and Shawndenae Rost, and guard/forward Kayla Shaw. “This is a very athletic team that is driven from a strong junior class,” said Lion head coach Landon Wilkes, who’s entering his sixth season leading the team. “There is a lot of speed and quickness, which will allow us to get up and down the court.” These girls have always been quick. The key is to be under control as well. Wilkes thinks that can happen. “We hope to be calmer in pressure situations. We bring back some good experience, and that should pay off,” Wilkes said. Junior guard Page Semrau, junior forward/center Terri Hurosky, and fresh­ man guard Mikaela Bromley are the newcomers who look to help the Lions move up in the KVA this season. “We look to finish in the upper tier of the KVA,” said Wilkes. “We will look to lake it day to day and improve everyday at some aspect of the game.” Moving up into the top four won’t be easy. Schoolcraft is a strong addi­ tion to the league, which already boasts solid teams at Kalamazoo Christian, Olivet, and GalesburgAugusta. The Galesburg-Augusta Rams opened the season with a win over the Lions last week. The Lions are 1-1 on the season so far in the KVA. With the addition of Schoolcraft and Constantine to the league, there is only The 2008-09 Maple Valley varsity girls’ basketball team. Team members are (front room for two non-conference games on the schedule. from left) Mikaela Bromley, Page Semrau, Jorden Beachnau, Shawndenae Rost, Maple Valley doesn’t have Terri Hurosky, (back) head coach Landon Wilkes, Ashleigh Penny, Leslee Rigelman, one of those until after the Jenn Kent, Kayla Shaw, Elizabeth Stewart, and coach Brian Hopkins. (Photo by Brett holiday break. Bremer) The KVA season contin­ ues as the Lions host Tuesday, they’ll then head to Kalamazoo Christian Schoolcraft next Friday. Sugar J-lut Safe KENT OIL & PROPANE BAM* M-66 at Village Limits, GA Nashville 109 S. Main St., Nashville 852-1830 852-9210 310 N. Main, Nashville 852-0790 FIhometovn] MUSSER SERVICE IJ LUMBER & HARDWARE 219 S. State St., Nashville 852-0882 E^85 ■»% Bthwl 106 S. Main St., Nashville 852-9446 FURNITURE STRIPPING By Elaine and Stuart M-C AUTO REPAIR & TOWING 174 S. 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The Comets and Panthers are expected to be the top two boys’ teams in the league this season. Maple Valley head coach Keith Jones, who’s entering his fifth season leading the pro­ gram, said his team is look­ ing to finish in the top three in the league. Hopes are high for the Lions because of the experi­ ence that returns to the court. Maple Valley has quartet of seniors who have been on the varsity since at least their sophomore season. That group is led by senior for­ ward Dustin Houghton, who was honorable mention all­ KVA a season ago. He aver­ aged 11.2 points and four rebounds a contest. Houghton and fellow three-year varsity senior, center Kyle Fisher, will play a big role in how the Lions do. Behind them there isn’t a lot of depth in the post posi­ tions and Houghton, while one ofthe tallest Lions, plays on the perimeter much of the time anyway. The other two seniors in that quartet are guards Jesse Bromley and Jeff Burd. Burd is a four-year varsity player. Getting into the top three in the conference would be a big step for the team which finished 6-16 last year, and seventh overall in the KVA. Adding their talents to the varsity for the first time this season are sophomore guard Josh Burd and sophomore center Riley Fisher. After the home contests with Pennfield and Kalamazoo Christian, the Lions will hit the road for the first time when they travel to take on Schoolcraft Dec. 19. The trip to Schoolcraft will be the Lions' final contest before the holiday break. They return to action with a non-conference contest at Springport Jan. 3. The 2008-09 Maple Valley varsity boys’ basketball team. Team members are (front from left) Nathan Augustine, Jesse Bromley, Dustin Houghton, Jeff Burd, Kyle Fisher, Matt Hall, (back) coach Tony Phenix, manager Libor Jordan, Clint Litzenberg, Ross Smith, Josh Burd, Riley Fisher, Kirt Petersen, Jordan Sprague, Josh Hall, manag­ er Emmy Robison, head coach Keith Jones. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Young Lion cheer team has a league for the first time by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Maple Valley’s varsity competitive cheer team is a young one this season, with limited competitive cheer experience. Junior Shelby Christopher; sophomore Lindsey Hoffman, and sophPUBLISHER’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. 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The Lions will host the first SMCCC Championship meet on Valentine’s Day, Feb. 14. There will be three league jamborees leading up to that final, with the first being Jan. 14 at Bronson. Maple Valley’s girls start their season this coming Wednesday at the home of one of their new league rivals, Delton Kellogg. The Panthers are hosting the annual Barry County Invitational. The SMCCC Championship will be the second of two home meets for Maple Valley this season. The Lions open post-holiday action by hosting their own invitational Jan. 3. GET ALL THE NEWS OF BARRY COUNTY! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 945-9554for more information. The 2008- 09 Maple Valley varsity competitive cheer team. Team members are (front from left) Stephanie Schaffer, Lindsey Hoffman, (middle row) Megan Primm, Kayla Alexander, Danielle Rosenberger, Amber Brownell, (back) Tyra Curth, and Bryanna Clow. Missing from photo are Shelby Christopher and head coach April Wagner. 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Support your local teams by supporting these sponsors! �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday. December 13, 2008 — Page 12 Santa’s Workshop set for next weekend OPEN: 7 DAYSA WEEK NASHVILLE EXPRESS oheU"* 133 S.Maln 5I/-oj/-Uooo You’re In, You’re Out... VTOP You’re HWhie Grocery Store Pricing With Party Store Convenience.' The Valley Maple Community Center of Hope will hold its annual Santa’s Workshop from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 20, at the center which is located at 233 N. Main St in Nashville. Everyone is invited and encouraged to stop by, said MVCCOH President Cathy Christman. During this free event, parents and children can choose and wrap a gift for their family members. There will also be cookie decorat­ ing, crafts for children and a visit from Santa himself dur­ ing the morning. Santa’s Workshop is spon­ sored by the MVCCOH with many gift items from Wal­ Mart in Charlotte, area churches and volunteers and a $500 gift card donated by the Meijer store in Charlotte. 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COUNSELOR’S CORNER Free dental cleanings available by Valerie Haynes McCauI Lorraine Benedict contact­ ed the Michigan Mobile Dentistry Lab and they agreed to come to the junior­ senior high school Wednesday, Jan. 28. This is a wonderful opportunity if you would like to have your child seen for a free checkup and tooth cleaning. If you do not have dental insurance, sim­ ply pick up a form, fill it out and return it this week to the counseling office. Copies of the forms were stapledd to your child's report card. We have extra forms on the north hallway wall across from the main office (there is a poster with a big red arrow), or stop by the counseling offices and we will help you. Ifyou have dental insurance, the mobile lab will bill your insurance company for you. A grant through the State of Michigan covers students who can not pay. Remember, you must fill out a form this week to participate. Students will have a free cleaning and will be given a 'tooth report card' to bring how to parents. Now, how cool is that? Fun Friday planned for seventh, eighth graders The junior high will be having a Fun Friday this week, Dec. 19. Seventh grade students will watch a movie at Hastings High School in the morning, grab lunch at Burger King, and roller skate in the afternoon. The eighth grade will roller skate in the morning, have lunch at McDonald's and swim at the Hastings High School pool. The cost for this event is $6 plus lunch money. Be sure and ask your child for their permission slips — they are due Monday. Parents are wel­ come to join the fun. Please contact Hillary Leatherman or Heather Moore by Tuesday if you would like to attend. High school college finan­ cial aid information A financial aid presenta­ tion was held last Monday for seniors and their parents. If you were unable to attend you may view the presenta­ tion on the Maple Valley Web site, just go to the high school tab and click on guid­ ance. Holiday tips Christmas break is a great time to spend some quality time with your child. A quick lunch one-on-one, a trip for an ice cream cone or even playing a board game togeth­ er means a lot to your child. Be sure and check your chil­ dren's grades over the holi­ day and encourage them to start strong in their classes over in the New Year. Happy holidays. 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Latch key program survives budget cuts by going independent by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer During a special meeting in November, the Maple Valley Board of Education voted unanimously to elimi­ nate the district’s latch key and daycare program in January 2009 in an attempt to decrease the district’s pro­ jected $468,434 budget deficit. However, the pro­ gram will continue due to the determination of Director Terry Woodman and the par­ ents of children enrolled in the program. Woodman said that her drive to save the program comes from her own experi­ ence as a working parent. “I’ve always had to work, so I know how hard it is to find good daycare and know that it will be there when you need it,” she said. “It’s so important to the parents that use this program. A lot of them work for the state or don’t work the same hours that school is in session. They need a program that they know will be there, for their kids, and they know that we’re here every day before and after school, right here in the building. “The kids just walk down to the gym, and they are there when their parents come topick them up at night.” Woodman, a longtime employee of the district’s bus garage, initiated the districtfunded program during the 2007-08 s*chool year. Even though the numbers have increased from 17 the first year to 36 currently, the dis­ trict was losing money on what was supposed to be a self-funding program because of the cost ofpaying staff and the inability of some parents to make payments due to increasingly difficult finan­ cial situation in Michigan. Woodman, along with Ely Jarman and Naomi Yenger, who created the Mother’s Helpers daycare program for the children of students at Maple Valley Alternative Education, decided that get­ ting paid was secondary to providing a much-needed service to Maple Valley par­ ents and devised plan to save the program. “Some parents and I-decided that we would keep the program open by organizing it much the same as the booster clubs,” said Woodman. “We are helping the district, but the district is not responsible for the pro­ gram. We will pay the district a monthly fee for the use of the gym at Fuller Street because We will be an inde­ pendent entity like the boost­ ers or any other club. “A lot of people were involved in saving the pro­ gram, then Ely, Naomi and I put together a presentation for Mr. Kramer (Maple Valley Superintendent of Schools Kim Kramer), and he agreed to let us try it for the rest of the year,” continued Christmas parade returns to Nashville Santa waves to the crowds of adults and children tining Main Street in Nashville for the village’s first Christmas parade. Despite the cold and blus­ tery December weather Saturday afternoon, crowds lined Main Street in Nashville to watch thb vil­ lage’s first Christmas Parade in many years. Participants included the Maple Valley High School Marching Band, local businesses, law enforcement agencies and the Castleton-Maple GroveNashville Fire Department, the CMGN Ambulance and local civic and scouting organizations. Leading the parade- as Grand Marshals were Nashville Village Council President Frank Dunham and his wife, Sue, and their granddaughter . Macey Dunham. “I think it turned out quite well for the first time,” said Frank Dunham. Organizer and Nashville Council Trustee Mary .Coll agreed. “I’m very, very pleased and surprised with the partic­ ipation. (Barry County Prosecutor) Tom Evans rode in one of the cars and the whole fleet from the fire department came out,” she said. “Both kids arid adults seemed to enjoy the parade and afterward, we had kids waiting to visit with Santa in the gazebo.” Also participating in this year’s parade - were the Nashville Police Department, Barry County Sheriff’s Department^ Jim’s Buggy Works, Step-N-Time Dance Studio, Nashville DPW, - Maple Valley See PARADE, continued on page 2 Woodman. “If things go the way we expect, we’ll coritinue with our summer program as well. Last summer, the latch key (program offered a weekly “summer camp” program from 6 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Each week featured a differ­ ent theme. Parents could sign their children up for the whole summer or on a week­ ly basis, as needed. In addi­ tion to regular themed pro­ grams, the children who par­ ticipated in the camp planted a garden and harvested the produce and cooked and ate it. Several field trips also were part of the program. “Ely, Naomi and I decided that if we make enough money, we’ll get paid. If not, we’ll just wait it out,” she added. “But, I think that our numbers are continuing to grow, and given a chance, we will be okay. We’re only in our second year, and it takes a few years to really start mak­ ing money. Until then, these other two wpmen and I will absorb the loss.” The before-and-afterschool latch key program will continue to operate from 6 to 7:45 a.m. and 2;45 to 6:30 p.m. each school day, the pro­ gram’s preschool daycare component, used by some of the children who attend the half-day programs at Fuller Street Elementary, will be discontinued. However, Woodman said one parent is in the process of becoming a licensed daycare provider to help fill the need. “Jackie Collier has volun­ teered to pick the children up and take them to her home to care for them and then bring them back to Fuller and put them on the bus at the end of the day. I also gave parents the name and telephone num­ bers of licensed local daycare providers,” she said. “We have a lot of excellent day­ care providers here in Maple Valley.” Tammy Brown said she was glad to hear that the latch key program will continue. “I have two children in the program, a 5- and a 6-yearold. For me, it has been nice because I’m a nurse. I work LATCH KEY, continued page5 In This Issue • Maple Valley Youth wrestlers win six medals at tournament • Local student part of winning team in national competition • Local children write letters to Santa • Eaton Substance Abuse Program to offer acupuncture for addiction • Santa visits early 4’s �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Saturday, December 20, 2008 — Page 2 PARADE, continued from page 1 Implement, the Holly Trolley, The Bear's Den Party Store, Cub Scout Troop 649, The Maple Valley Daisy Scouts, Court Side Screen Printing and Embroidery, Mommies Little Helpers from Maple Valley Adult Education, Wheeler’s Marine Service, Hillbilly Trading Post, Wayne-Rumsey and his mule team, All That Glitters Floral and Gift, Frosty the Snowman, Miss Penny from Eaton Federal Savings and Loan, and VFW Post 8260 featuring Santa Claus. Coll said that another Nashville Christmas Parade is in the works for next year. “I think we’ll start plan­ ning right after Labor Day and make it twice as big next year,” she said. “Right now I am overjoyed and so happy. We’re going out of2008 on a good note; the parade was a Christmas gift for everyone.” Grand Marshals Frank and Sue Dunham and their granddaughter Macey wave to the crowds as they lead the parade Saturday afternoon. Vehicles from the Nashville Police Department, Michigan State Police and the Barry County Sheriff’s Department lead Nashville’s Christmas parade. Alexis Nelson prepares to take a sip of her hot chocolate. Wayne Rumsey and his mule team make their way down Main Street during the Christmas parade. The Castleton-Maple Grove-Nashville Fire Department fleet joins the parade. Call for Classifieds Phone 269-945-9554 24 Hours a Day - 7 Days a Week for Maple Valley ACT ION-Ads'. Members of Girls Scout Troop 517 wave from their float in the parade Saturday, Dec. 13. 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Gift Certificates Available my JqeiL oBtarer^ cr twogiEEtysars IwillmisByiialL The Holly Trolley, sponsored by the Nashville Police Department and Neighborhood Watch, makes an appearance in the parade. The Trolley also gave rides around the village from 3 to 5:30 p.m. 207 N. Main Street * Nashville * | 517-852-0313 Hours: Tues. 9-4:30 • Wed. 9-7«Thurs. 9:30-2 • Fri. 9-4 • Sat. 9-2 • Foryour convenience, please use back entrance. �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Saturday, December 20,2008 — Page 4 From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Government should help citizens , not poorly managed corporations Local children write letters to Santa 4. A toy rake Dear Santa, Each year, by special 5. A new cup I want a cupcake maker, arrangement with the Jolly 6. A Thomas Train Old Elf himself, the staff at and a Bratz hair color, and 7. Christmas lightsfor my The Maple Valley News pub-Bratz secret journal, and a lishes some ofthe letters writ- gem maker. Barbie movie and room 8. a Jesus star ten to Santa before forward- a gingerbread house and How old are you Santa? ing them Santa at the North make up the maxpuppye Love Alyssa, How is Rudolf? How are the Pole. Here are some of this age 6 almost 7 Snow Bears? year’s letters : Yourfriend, Dear Santa, Dear Santa, I want a cupcake maker, a I have been goodfor my mom and dad. I’m goodfor pretend muffin, and a bratz Spike the dinosaur, Tumbles doll and car. and a new T.V. I government more than $45,000 in cash lump-sum payment we were The U.S. like a Hannah the dog and a I dog. Have a would should stop bailing out poorly improvements into the five- planning to make on the refiMontana shirt and pants, a merry Christmas, managed banks, and give the acre farmstead since we nance. Carleigh, Barbie chair to sit in. Don’t they realize that they money to folks who need it to bought it. I want Hannah Montana Age 5 So, the mortgage compa-can’t get out of their terrible pay for their mortgages. sunglasses. My wife and I recently ny’s new valuation appraised trouble with the same crazy Thank you Dear Santa, attempted to refinance our our home at less than half the ways that got them into it? Love How are you and everyone Meanwhile, thousands of home. Although things are amount calculated by our in the North Pole? I hope you Myriah, tight, we’re not in financial insurance company for fire our friends and neighbors suf­ age 3 are all doing good since it is trouble, thankfully. We want-insurance purposes. The firm fer for the bad judgment so busy right now. ed to take advantage of lower also refused to refinance us within this industry. All I would like to havefor Dear Santa interest rates and pay our unless we finished the instalAs a citizen, I am deeply Christmas is My name is Mara. I want a home off sooner, in 15 years lation of completed flooring frustrated, disappointed and 1. Subway sandwich artist Hannah Montana micro­ in our code-compliant, coun-dissatisfied. Like all tax-payinstead of 30 years. activity set. phone, Panda snugkins, We live a self-sufficient ty-approved addition to the ing Americans, I own a piece 2. Anything High School Hannah Montana CD. lifestyle, and after years of home that we had just fin-of this country, and I have the Musical. a Charlie Brown shirt, and working hard, pinching pen-ished and paid for with cash. receipts to prove it. They are 3. ATM savings bank. a nativity setfor my room, a It did not matter to the called tax filings. We need to nies and living modestly, we 4. Pink digital camera with Hershey Bar, Rainbow Candy had saved a bit of cash to put "bailed-out" mortgage com-take our country back and 3 changablefaces. Cane. I would also like a picagainst the "refi." We thought pany that we were only ask-demand that the government 5.Tinseltown make up ture ofyou. this would give us more secu-ing them to refinance the and the financial industry case. rity and help the troubled original home mortgage that operate in a responsible manI have tried to be good this financial industry a little. they already held, not the ner that helps people, not hurts year. Dear Santa I am 5 years Imagine our surprise when home addition. They still them. I hope I am on the nice list. old. I would like a squirt gun, our mortgage company (who insisted on the installation of I urge all concerned citiHave a safe trip. and a cowboy suit, I would had recently received billions finished flooring and trim in zens of our district to contact Thank you, also like a horse like big peoin U.S. government bailout an addition that wasn’t even their legislators and demand Elizabeth. ple ride. I will also need a money), appraised our home included with the home when that we stop the financial saddle and a cowboy hat. 50 percent less than it was they originally financed it. industry bailout, and make 12-3-08 2008 Could I also get apaintball worth when we purchased it Unfortunately, I cannot them be accountable for their Dear Santa gun and a paintball machine. in 2002. (Maybe they were install the solid wood flooring use of our tax dollars. I really been good at I won’t point it at my sister confusing our home with that is planned for the project Enforce upon them the school. I really want a scoot- because it hurts only at peotheir bank.) Their claim that because it is drying in lumber same guidelines that were ple who are tough. I will also "home values have fallen that stacks behind the bam until given to the auto manufactur- er and some books to read. From Alexis Marie, need a dart gun holder, actusignificantly in the last few spring. Solid wood floors ers. That is, make them show Age 6 ally two ofthem. On efor my years" is wrong. A compari-have been installed in the a sensible business plan for cousin Andy, and me. . son of other homes sold on original portion of the house the use of our money and Yourfriend, 2008 our road in the last year that was mortgaged by this show us how they will use it Dear Santa, Jayce proves it. firm, although they did not to create jobs. Otherwise, we I tryed to be good some­ It became apparent that the notice the improvement. should give the money to taxtimes. I cleaned the house, I Dear Santa, mortgage company’s indeWhat has happened to the payers who can use it to save My name is Andy I am 3. pendent appraiser had report-financial industry? It is so their homes. Maybe then the have been a good big sister to ed to them the amount that focused on "process" (not mortgage companies and my baby sister Abby. I have For Christmas i would like: 1. A new pencil was necessary to treat our customers) that it cannot see financial firms would not be been really good at school. I 2. A Charlie Brown toy "refinance" as though it was a the forest for the tree. In this so willing to turn their heads would really like a pogo stick and a scooter. I would like a 3. A new eraser new home purchase. The instance, a firm which has on cold hard cash when it is baby doll and a stroller. lower mortgage balance recently received billions in offered to them. Thank you seemingly triggered the bailout and desperately needs I Love you Santa appraiser to de-value our cash, turned down a deal that Robert Anthony Robinson, Jamie Rose, home down to that amount, would have given them literVermontville age 4 and this after we had putally tens of thousands in the 2008 Dear Santa, I have been a good little puppy girl. Ipet daisy some­ times. I take off my socks bright. befor Igo to bed. I would like Those who came out a pink phone, Clippo and helped everyone enjoy a nothing else piece of what small town Love, America is about. Littlestpuppy Drew A. Gilbert, (Lilly Grace) Nashville. Age 2 Andy P.S. Thank youfor Candy Canes! Could I also get a pop gunfrom Cobela’s? Dear Santa marry christmass. I have Been good a lot. for christmass I would like a girl car that I can Drive in the Backyard, a new playstation 2, candy, a Doll House, a game, Drum set, a movie, I will leave you milk and cook­ ies Love Ariel I am 5 years old I am a girl Dear Santa Merry Christmas I have been Very Good. I would like a new Playstation 2 Puddles. I would also like a Playstation 2 game it is blood omen or blood rain. I would also like the movie wanted, and the game wanted. The other things I would like space chimps the movie and a movie you dont mess with the zohan. I will give you milk and cookies Love Donovan. Dear Santa Merry Christmass. I have been vary goodfor Christmas I would like the dark night movie or the incretibal Hulk and a air guitar or a gutar that you play with the strigs. I will leav you milk and cookie. Sincely Cole Parade brought holiday cheer To the editor: I appreciate those who gave their times and energy to make Nashville a town that we can all be proud of. This past Saturday, a Christmas parade rolled down Main Street, and a nice little parade it was. On such short notice, people came together, braved the elements and had a festive time when, for many, things aren’t too ^herap SPECIAL: SAVE $30.00 Purchase all (4 ) Massage Gift Certificates at once between 11/15/08 -12/31/08 • (4) 30 min. = 850.00 (Regular (1) 30 mln. = 820.00) Al1 Certificates expire 3/20/09 Come to Nashville Chiropractic Center 307 N. Main St., Nashville, MI 49073 or Please Call (517) 852-2070 SORRY NO Credit or Debit Cards efhank jou and (Have a Happy Holiday Season 06680281 Barry County Extension Calendar of Events 23 Extension Office will be closed during lunch. 24-26 Extension Office closed - Happy Holidays! 29-30 Extension Office closed during lunch. 31 Extension Office closed for New Year’s Eve. 1 Extension office closed for New Year’s Day. 2&5 Extension office closed during lunch. 6 Teen Leadership Workshop, 6-9 p.m., First Baptist Church in Hastings. Jan. 8 Dog Developmental Committee Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Extension Office. Jan. 29 Officer Training and Parliamentary Procedure Workshop, 7 p.m., First Baptist Church in Hastings. Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. Jan. Jan. Jan. Christ Comes for You! The LORD has bared his holy arm before the eyes ofall the nations; all the ends ofthe earth shall see the salvation ofour God! Isaiah 52:10 + Jesus Christ has come into this world to save us all! God has sent the Christ Child for you! Worship with us or at your family church this Christmas! + Sunday Worship -10:30 a.m. Christmas Eve Candlelight Service - 7:00 p.m. Christmas Eve Communion Service -11:00 pan. + Zion Lutheran Church 269-367-4817 6261 Velte Road in Woodland 3/4 Mile South of Lakewood HighJSghpgl „ I You are welcome as you are-emotionally, physically, or spiritually. Facilities availablefor those with mobility, sight, or hearing challenges. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, December 20, 2008 — Page 5 LATCH KEY, continued from page 1 late hours and I work early hours, and I don’t have to worry about transportation. I drop the kids off in the morn­ ing and they can walk to their classrooms for school, and after school they walk to the gym where I pick them up,” said Brown. “It’s an awe­ some program and the kids love it — they don’t want to leave. Terry does a great job.” Woodman said she is looking forward to working *with Jarman and Yenger. “It will be easier for me because before I was respon­ sible for all the administrative duties, plus running the pro­ gram. Now we will be split­ ting administration and work three ways. It will take a lot of stress off of me to' have someone to share those duties. Plus, these two have excellent ideas about how we can run the program,’’ she said. “Instead of being con­ cerned about making money and getting a paycheck, we will be putting money back into the program and hope to L HOMETOWN provide scholarships to our summer program.” Woodman said that becoming independent of the school district gives the pro­ gram liberty to explore those possibilities. “Before the school district was paying our salaries, but now they don’t have to. With this economy, a lot of people fall behind in paying for things like daycare and latch key; but if parents don’t pay, we’ll have to deal with it,” said Woodman. Currently the cost of the afternoon-only latch key pro­ gram is $30 a week and includes snacks and help with homework and activities. However, Woodman says, the fees are being evaluated, and she and Yenger and Jarman are looking at the possibility of discounts for families with more than one child enrolled in the program. For more information about the program call Woodman at the Maple Valley bus garage 517- 852­ 924. Helping Others Fulfill Their Dreams LUMBER & HARDWARE 219 S. State §t., Nashville, MI One ofthe best things M we con do for ourselves on a doily basis is Io think about oil that we have Io be thankful for. As a spiritual exercise, gratitude is o powerful tool for keeping us in a positive kop° nl mi.nW n,vt unionhnciha hma. 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Main, Nashville (517) 852-9700 Jack & s*Judy Country Kettle Cafe HOURS: Open 7 Days 6am to 8pm Nashville’s Friendly Family Restaurant with Family Prices! S WOLEVER’S Real Estate Elsie E. Wolver Broker 135 Washington P.O. Box 95 Vermontville, MI Res. 49096-0095 (517) 726-0637 Low-priced prescriptions; great coffee & relaxing massage. We'll help you feel better!' Maple Valley pharmacy- regular hours * Mon-Fri 9-6 • Sat 9-1 219 N. Main * Nashville 517.852.0845 • toll free 877.852.2601 - fax 517.852.0461 www.maplevalloyrx.com ___ the 1)6011 counter BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 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) 652-0896 or (517) 852-9606, leave message 9617 E. Baseline Rd. -Les Brown- Call 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 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 1-10 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG Church Service.......................9 a.m. Sunday School ........... 10:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES Wed. 5:30 p.m................. Family Supper 6:00-7:15.......................... Pioneer Club Sun: 9:00.................................. Sunday 10: 00Church S 11: 00 Fellowship GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St, Nashville Sunday School........................... 9:45 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 Morning Worship ............................ 11 Evening Worship ..................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service .6:45 p.m. . PASTOR ' MAROS. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 945-9554 Ask for our Sales Dept. Corner of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 MINISTER: VIRGINIA HELLER assage therapy HELP SUPPORT OUR LOCAL CHURCHES... ADVERTISE IN THIS SPACE! ’Help others achieve their dreams and you will achieve yours.' LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT GRACE WORLD OUTREACH CENTER J&VP 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 PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. . . KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Services 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages .. .10:30 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH l PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship................. 8:30 a.m Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Phone 517-852-1993, IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66. 5 ml. south ofNashville) Sunday School .10 a.m. 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......................... 11a.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 PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School 10:50 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday Worship Service......... ..9:30 a.m. Sunday School................ 11:15 a.m. PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST .. CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Schoo Worship.......... 10 a.m. 1 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616)945-9392 * ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH . 2415 McCann Road Sunday 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................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service .................. 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service .......6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service'.. .6:30 p.m. AWANA............... 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday 06652379 �Just Say 'As Advertised m the Maple Valley News" Saturday December 20. 2008 — Page 6 Eaton Substance Abuse Program to offer acupuncture for addictions treatment The Eaton Substance NADA protocol was initially effective in ameliorating trained in NADA protocol. Acupuncture Group. Auricular acupuncture, fol-developed by Dr. Michael O. withdrawal symptoms associ-Dr. Jesse said he sees Abuse Program is a stateNational Smith, a psychiatrist at the ated with alcohol, opiate and acupuncture as a very effec- licensed and CARF accreditthe lowing ed program and accepts many Acupuncture Detoxification Lincoln Hospital Recovery cocaine dependence, as well tive adjunct to treatmentt The new Life Balance insurance policies, Medicaid Association p (NADA) proto- Center in the Bronx, N.Y. Dr. as symptoms associated with col will be offered. The Yoshiaki Omura was the con-most other addictions. Those Group will be using acupunc-and Medicare and is also sultant who began the pro- using acupuncture as an ture along with some cogni- funded by state "block grants" gram in the early 1970s. They adjunct to treatment are more tive behavioral strategies, to help those without insurhave conducted more than likely to complete treatment, mindfulness skills, Emotional ance to more affordably 500,000 treatments since have fewer relapses and Freedom Techniques and access treatment For information or an some new technological treatreport fewer urges to use. then. Dr. Jack Jesse, ESAP’s ment methods. It is a blend of appointment, call 517-543Acupuncture is currently used in the treatment of director is is aa Certified Eastern traditional Chinese 2580 duringregular business addictions in more than 1,000 Advanced Addictions medicine strategies along hours. treatment centers. Clinical Counselor and an acupunc- with Western advances in Hearty Menu evidence supports that it is ture detoxification specialist addiction treatment. Monday, Dec. 22 Breaded chicken, mashed potatoes, country gravy, winter blend vegetables, cherry cobbler. Tuesday, Dec. 23 Chicken Teriyaki, white rice, succotash, stewed tomatoes, mixed fruit and jell-o. The firstPutnam District receipts are gladly issued. Leagues Under the Sea ($5); ($5.50); Moo, Baa, La La La Wednesday, Dec. 24 Library FestivalofTrees con-- Those wishing to give a gift The War of the Worlds ($9); ($7.50); Mama, Do You Love COA closed. No meal delivery. ($12); The Me? ($5.25); My First ABC tinues at the library through to the library may do so in Fahrenheit 451 Thursday, Dec. 25 December. Families are person or by mail. Black Stallion($9); James Book ($4.50); A Tiny Tea Merry Christmas. COA closed. No meal delivery. To participate, simply and the Giant Peach ($9); ($5.25); Llama, Llama Red encouraged to visit to view Friday, Dec. 26 Age 8 Pajama ($13); Is Your Mama over twenty miniature trees choose a title, decide what to Ramona Quimby: COA closed. No meal delivery. decorated by community include on the bookplate, and ($9); Little Men ($12); Little a Llama? ($5.25); and The businesses and organizations. donate. Women ($12); The Last Runaway Bunny ($10). Cold Menu The following titles are Battle ($10); The Silver Chair The library's regular busiAs part of the festival, the Monday, Dec. 22 Ham, pea and cheese salad, pineapple and mandarin library's wish tree is decorat­ still available on the wish ($10); The Voyage of the ness hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday and oranges, whole wheat crackers. ed with ornaments depicting tree: Oliver Twist ($4); Great Dawn Treader ($10); The Magician's Nephew Wednesday; 3 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 23 the covers of classic book Expectations ($6); Wuthering Cheese spread, tomato salad, tropical fruit, saltine crackers. titles. Residents are encour- Heights ($12); Jane Eyre ($11); The Horse and His Boy Tuesday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 24 aged to select a title from the (13); The Miracle Worker ($10); Prince Caspian: The Friday; and 9 a.m. to noon however, the COA closed. No meal delivery. wish tree to purchase for the ($8); Ordinary People ($10); Return to Narnia ($10); Saturday; Thursday, Dec. 25 library's collection. The Cyrano De Bergerac ($4); Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm library will be closed on Merry Christmas. COA closed. No meal delivery. library will order the books Catcher in the Rye ($14); ($11); By the Shores of Silver Christmas Eve and New Friday, Dec. 26 from its vendor and place a Animal Farm and 1984 ($13); Lake ($10); On the Banks of Year's Eve. The library's COA closed. No meal delivery. t bookplate in the book with White Fang ($4); The Old Plum Creek ($10); Farmer mailing address is 327 N. Activities Calendar wording of the donor's Man and the Sea ($8); East of Boy ($10); Little House in the Main St.; PO Box 920; Eden ($12); Dracula ($18); Big 75th Nashville, MI 49073. Woods: Monday, Dec. 22: Hast-ings - Music with Sam; Crafts choice. All donations to the library Around the World in 80 Days Anniversary Edition ($11); 10:30 a.m.; Card Making 12:30 p.m.; Kinship Care 6:30 p.m. tax-deductible, and ($6); Jules Verne's 20,000 Make Way for Ducklings Delton - Bingo. Woodland - Nashville 5 11:30 a.m. H,W,N - are Reminiscence. Tuesday, Dec. 23: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m. Nashville - Mini Massage 11:30 a.m. GL -10:30-12:30 Cards. Wednesday, Dec. 24: COA closed. Merry Christmas. Thursday, Dec. 25: COA closed. Merry Christmas. More than 1,000 high juniors visited the Eaton meet all course require­ for career and technical Friday, Dec. 26: COA closed. Merry Christmas. Intermediate * School school sophomores and ments, college credit also. education, contact the Substance The Eaton Abuse Program (ESAP), a division of the Barry-Eaton District Health Department, is announcing g the beginning gg of the Yin Yang Life Balance Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events Putnam’s Festival of Trees continues Students visit EISD Career Preparation Center “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 & Family Owner/Manager 02892907 District’s Career Preparation Center at Lansing Community College West Campus Dec. 16. The purpose of the visit was to help students decide whether they would like to enroll for the 2009-10 'school year. The students attend high schools in Eaton, Ingham, Shiawassee, Ionia, Calhoun, and Clinton coun­ ties and may make the com­ mitment to spend up to half their school day in a Career Preparation Center (CPC) program. Visitation Day was one of the first steps students took to be able to enroll in one of 23 programs: offered at the CPC. Students spent 45 minutes in each of two programs they were inter­ ested in and also attended a principal’s presentation. At the principal’s presentation, they were given an e*nroll ment/commitment form which is the next stop in the enrollment process. Students now will com­ plete the enrollment appli­ cation and commitment form and return it to a counselor at the home high school. The final step is to attend an orientation in April or May 2009. For most ofthe CPC pro­ grams, students are enrolled as LCC students and are taught by LCC instructors. They have the opportunity to earn high school credit and, if they This is a way to get a jump start on college and make the transition from high school smoother. For more information about student opportunities Eaton ISD Career Preparation Center at 517­ 483-9966 or visit online at eaton.kl2.mi.us. WINES ARE IN BOXED PETER VELLA WHITE ZINFANDEL, 5 LTR. BOX f*$lX *1X 99 ........... PETER VELLA DELICIOUS RED, 5 LTR. BOX ................... $ *1X/1V99 18-PK. CANS BUSCH & BUSCH LIGHT.. OtWters G’ood $Q99 5F+ DEP. IICEFISHING WCAEY F WISAHRINMG — tM>>AIAT■II WAY WARMS MAITQII Duey’s Corner Your Hometown Convenience Store GROCERIES • LOTTO • SPIRITS • COLDEST BEER IN *TOWN! 2996 N. Ionia at Nashville Hwy., Vermontville 517-726-0486 �The Maple’Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, December 20,2008 — Page 7 Local student part of winning team in national competition It could be said that this year’s Michigan FFA dairy cattle judging team was a team of “firsts” — first place overall, first place in oral reasons, and first place as a team in the Ayrshire, Holstein and Jersey breeds at the 40th annual Invitational Youth Dairy Cattle Judging Contest held during the 45th annual All-American Dairy Show in Harrisburg, Pa., in late September. Team members were Brittany Westendorp, a high school junior junior from Nashville, K.T. Arndt, MSU freshman studying advertis­ ing from Ovid; Sarah Mann, MSU freshman majoring in animal science; and J.W. Hart, a high school junior from North Adams. Each team member fin­ ished among the top 10 indi­ vidually overall and for oral reasons. Westendorp was named high individual for the Holstein breed. Additionally, she placed third in Jerseys, fourth in oral reasons and 10th indi­ vidual overall. Nine teams competed in the FFA division ofthe dairy cattle judging contest. Michigan beat out the second highest placing team from Pennsylvania by 109 points. Kentucky finished third, Georgia fourth and Virginia was fifth. In the 4-H contest, the team from Michigan placed second overall, losing out to first place Florida by 4 points. The 4-H team won the Holstein breed and placed second in Brown Swiss and third in both Guernseys and Jerseys. Fourteen teams competed in the 4-H division. Nearly 160 youths repre­ senting 40 teams competed in the 2008 4-H, FFA and collegiate dairy cattle judg­ ing contests. Individual and team placings are based on the total number of points received after judging 10 classes, presenting several sets of oral reasons and com­ pleting a linear evaluation class. “The professional and social skills learned during this process will be useful in these young people’s future, regardless of the professions they choose,” says Joe Domecq, specialist in the MSU Department of Animal Science and dairy judging coach. “Learning how to judge dairy cattle and then orally defend your placing in front of an expert is not an easy skill to master. It’s a real testament to these stu­ dents’ hard work ethic.” Members of the Michigan 4-H and FFA teams are ini­ tially selected on the basis of their individual dairy judg­ ing contest scores received in the summer at Michigan Dairy Expo, the state’s largest dairy event. The top 25 individuals are invited to participate in a comprehen­ sive series, of workouts in August and September, and those who attend practices compete for spots on the Harrisburg and Louisville (North International American Livestock Exhibition) dairy judging teams. ' “The 4-H and FFA judg­ ing teams are really a who’s who of the state’s finest young dairy judges,” Domecq says. “These kids commit a lot of time from their weekends and evenings, and some sacrifice involvement in other extracurricular activities for MVCCOH Santa’s Workshop is today for citer al to exit truli flip? Em ffl fe KK Pspffitai!'- ■ H IMuralii attillu nig The Maple Valley Community Center of Hope will hold its annual Santa’s Workshop from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. today,. Saturday, Dec. 20, at« the center which is located at 233 N. Main St., Nashville. Everyone is invit­ ed and encouraged to come, according to MVCCOH President Cathy Christman. During this free event, parents and children can choose and wrap a gift for their family members. There will also be cookie decorat-ing, crafts for children, and a visit from Santa himself dur- ing the morning. Santa’s Workshop is sponsored by the MVCCOH with many gift items items from many gift Walmart in Charlotte, area churches and volunteers and a $500 gift card donated by the Meijer store in Charlotte. High school donates to community center and Santa’s Workshop Students in Norma Jean Acker’s leadership classes sponsored a toy and gift drive at the jr./sr. high school. They delivered more than 175 toys and gifts plus canned food to the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope on Thursday, just in time for the center’s Santa's Workshop. Students helped set up ear­ lier in the week and will staff the workshop decorating cookies and wrapping gifts today. a chance to judge at some of the country’s toughest com­ petitions.” The dairy judging teams were accompanied to Harrisburg by Renee McCauley, assistant MSU and Michigan 4-H dairy judging coach. The All-American Dairy Show, the world’s largest dairy show, features 23 shows in six days, contests, banquets, the nation’s only all-dairy antiques show, more than 2,700 head of dairy animals, participants from 25 states and the high­ est premiums offered at any national dairy show. Take caution when decorating for holidays The holiday season is tra­ ditionally ajoyful time ofthe year, but Consumers Energy and the Deputy State Fire Marshal warn that it can also be a dangerous one ifcaution is not exercised with Christmas trees, holiday lighting, candles and cooking. “We should all pause in the hectic rush of getting ready for the holidays to make sure we are preparing and decorating safely,” said Michigan Deputy State Fire Marshal Tony Sanfilippo. In 2067, 163 candle:related fires were reported in Michigan, resulting in 18 injuries and one death, and more than $4.5 million in property loss. Christmas trees and holiday decorations were involved in 28 reported fires, resulting in two injuries and more than $900,000 thousand in property loss and damage. According to Sanfilippo, the risks for a fire in the home increase significantly during this time of year for a number ofreasons. Increased cooking, unattended candles, decorations and careless use of smoking materials make this a dangerous time for fires in the home. However, if people practice fire safe behaviors and use a little common sense, home fires can be prevented. To greatly enhance chances of surviving a home fire, have at least one work­ ing smoke alarm on each level of the home, especially near sleeping areas. Test smoke alarms monthly and replace the batteries at least once a year. Have an escape plan showing two ways out of every room with a desig­ nated meeting place outside - and practice it with the entire family. According to the Deputy State Fire Marshall’s office, smoke alarms, batteries and carbon monoxide detectors don’t just make great stock­ ing staffers they save livps. Consumers Energy and the Deputy State Fire Marshal offer these safe holiday sug­ gestions: • Choose a fresh Christmas tree and water it frequently. Place the tree in a stand that will not tip over, and keep the tree away from heat sources and exits. • Keep burning candles away from decorations and other materials that can catch fire. Do not leave children unattended in a room with lighted candles. Remember to keep matches and lighters out of children’s reach. • When decorating with lights, purchase only those labeled by a testing laborato­ ry, such as Underwriters Laboratories (UL). Check for frayed or damaged cords and replace them. Don’t overload electric outlets, and always unplug all decorative lights before leaving home or going to bed. • Never leave the stove unattended while cooking. Keep cooking areas clean, wear clothes with tight-fit­ ting sleeves, and turn pot handles inward on the stove and out of children’s reach. • Special care should be taken around fireplaces dur­ ing this season. Make sure the flue is open before start­ ing a fire. Never bum wrap­ pings or a Christmas tree in the fireplace. • When hosting holiday parties, provide guests who smoke with large, deep ash­ trays. After the party, remember to check around furniture and in trash cans for smoldering cigarettes. • Always keep a fire extin­ guisher handy. GUARDIAN COMPUTER SERVICES L.L.C. Transfer 8mm, 16mm, I Su rapnesr 8er& m VHmS, tap mesm t,o I your personal DVD Data Recovery Personal Web Design Computer Repair & Upgrades Turn inur favorite pictures AARON STAINES 1-269-838-0883 guaftaancpmpirtersenfices@hotrnall.CQrn S^auardiaiicomiuterienficesLLC.cpin J-AD Graphics and Printing Plus Maple Valley High School leadership students display some of the toys collected for the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope. Hansbargsr will be OPEN Christmas Eve, New Years Eve, Fri., Dec. 26 & Fri. Jan. 2 • 8:00 a.m. - 12 noon Closed Christmas Day and New Years Day Have a Safe and Happy Holiday Heating & Air Conditioning 1351 North M-43 Highway (just north of city limits) Vermontville. Ml Hastings, Ml 49058 COLE H4A/5SAR6ER Owner Featuring Ruud Bas Furnaces and Air Conditioners. Full Line of Indoor Air Duality Products • FREE Estimates 269-945-9554 LICENSED INSURED y �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Saturday. December 20, 2008 — Page 8 Farm For Sale Sporting Goods 20 FT. GOOSE NECK, stock trailer, heavy duty, good shape. S3J000. (269)838-5463 FRAMES AND CUSTOM matte cutting. By appoint­ ment only. Call Picture This Photography. (269)948-4669 www.dgpicturethisphotography.com SKULL WHITENING, "EU­ RO MOUNTS" . Recession Special, All Season, $50, pla­ ques extra. Crooked Creek Woodworking (269)9487921. SPORTS ACTION PHO­ TOS online at dgpicturethisphotography.com Picture this Photography, Dan Gog­ gins (269)948-4669 SPORTS ACTION PHO­ TOS online at dgpicturethiPicture sphotography.com Inis Photography, Dan Gog­ gins (269)948-4669 E.A.R.T.H.« EDUCATED ANIMAL Rescue and Teen Haven is in urgent need of HAY DONATIONS. We will come pick it up , dean out your bam of old hay (Any type of hay that isn't moldy). E.A.R.T.H. 501(c)3 is a non-profit organization. All donations are tax deduc­ tible. PLEASE CALL (269)962-2015 DO YOU WANT QUALITY PRINTING at affordable prices? Call J-Ad Graphics at (269)945-9554. Business Services LEGAL NOTICE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COL­ LECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ANY INFOR­ MATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. OUR PLEASE CONTACT 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 Ricardo J. Rodriguez arid Kimberly A. BentonRodriguez, husband and wife, to First Alliance Mortgage Company, a Michigan Corporation, Mortgagee, dated August 11, 1999 and'recorded August 23, 1999 In Instrument Number 1034263, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mort­ gage Is now held by Bank of America, National Association as successor by merger to LaSalle Bank , National Association ("Assignee"), formerly known as LaSalle National Bank, in its capacity as indenture trustee under that certain Sale and Servicing Agreement dated September 1, 1999 among AFC Trust Series 1999-3, as Issuer, Superior Bank FSB, as Seller and Servicer, and LaSalle Bank National Association, as Indenture Trustee, AFC Mortgage Loan Asset Backed Notes, Series 1999-3 by assign­ ment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Nineteen Thousand One Hundred Seventy-Two and 27/100 Dollars ($119,172.27) including interest at 13.25% 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 ven­ due at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JANUARY 15, 2009. Said prem­ ises are located in the Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the North onequarter post of Section 33, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, thence South 1863.6 feet; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes West 1320 feet to the place of begin­ ning; thence North 157.2 feet; thence South 80 degrees 22 min­ utes West 115 feet; thence South 12 degrees 30 minutes East 186.3 feet; thence North 58 degrees 56 minutes East 85.24feet to the place of beginning.The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS; The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: December 13, 2008 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007-5041 248­ 502-1400 File No. 199.2404 ASAP# 2945247 12/13/2008, 12/20/2008, 12/27/2008, 01/03/2009 06681628 FRAMES AND CUSTOM matte cutting. By ■ appoint­ ment only. Call Picture This Photography. (269)948-4669 www.dgpicturethisphotography.com SKULL WHITENING, "EU­ RO MOUNTS" . Recession Special, All Season, $50, plaques extra. Crooked Creek Woodworking (269)9487921. For Rent NASHVILLE: 2 BEDROOM trailer, (517)852-9386. LEGAL NOTICE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLEC­ TOR ATTEMPTING TO COL­ LECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMA­ TION WE OBTAIN 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 Brad Chase and Terri Chase, husband and wife, to Ameriquest Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated June 18,2004 and recorded July 8, 2004 in Instrument Number 1130556, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee, in trust for the registered holders of Ameriquest Mortgage Securities Inc., Asset-Backed Pass­ Through Certificates, Series 2004-R8 by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of .One Hundred Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy-Nine and 73/100 Dollars ($100,879.73) including interest at 9.25% 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 ven­ due at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1 00 p.m. on JANUARY 15, 2009. Said prem­ ises are located in the Village of Nashville,. Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 33 feet of Lot 1 and 2, and the East 33 feet of the North 1/2 of Lot 3, and the West 14 feet of Lots 11 and 12, of Block 7 of A.W. Phillips Addition to the Village of Nashville, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as Recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 6. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: December 13, 2008 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007-5041 248­ 502-1400 File No. 214.7785 ASAP# 2945262 12/13/2008, 12/20/2008, 12/27/2008, 01/03/2009 06681633 NHS applications available National Honor Society membership applications are available from Gail Johnson at Maple Valley High School. Any sophomore, junior or senior with a gpa of 3.3 or above and community service is welcome to fill out an application. Applications are due on or before Jan. 12, 2009. Late applications will not be accepted. Initiation ceremonies for NHS and Spanish National Honor Society are planned for early February. LEGAL NOTICE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLEC­ TOR ATTEMPTING TO COL­ LECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMA­ TION WE OBTAIN 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 Kelly L. Oatmen and Richard Oatmen, wife and hus­ band, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 8, 2007 and recorded February 15, 2007 in Instrument Number 1176465, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Aurora Loan. Services LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Three Hundred Eighty-One Thousand Three Eighty-Eight and Hundred 65/100 Dollars ($381,388.65) including interest at 8.475% 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 Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1.00 p.m. on JANU­ ARY 15,2009. Said premises are located in <the Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 63 of Sunrise Shores Number 2 according to the recorded Plat thereof as recorded in Uber 5 of Plats, Page 98. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless deter­ mined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the' date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: December 13, 2008 Orlans Associates, P.CAttorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007-5041 248­ 502-1400 File No. 191.4096 ASAP# 2945267 12/13/2008, 12/20/2008, 12/27/2008, 01/03/2009 06681638 Christmas Eve service planned at Kalamo UMC The congregation of the Kalamo United Methodist Church invites everyone to come and experience Christmas in the country at a traditional candlelight Christmas Eve service. Wednesday, Dec. 24 at 5 p.m. at the church, located at 1475 S. Ionia Road in Kalamo Township. This has become -a family tradition at the little country church, where neighbors are 9 and 10:30 a.m. worship serv­ ices, the bell choir from the First Congregational Church of St Johns will perform. There will even be an opportunity for members of the audience to try their hand at bell ringing. Services are broadcast at 9:00 a.m. every Sunday on 1390 AM. For more informa­ tion, call the church at 517­ 541-1144 or visit the Web page www.kalamochurch.org. always welcome to join in cel­ ebrating the birth of the Lord, Jesus Christ Favorite Christmas hymns will be sung, and a message of hope for the future, faith in God, joy and love to share with humankind will be given. Communion will be served, as is the tradition of the United Methodist Church. The evening will end with a candle­ lighting ceremony. Sunday, Dec. 28, at both the December blood drive exceeds goal The December Red Cross Restaurant and” banquet exceeding a goal of 50 pints. Blood Drive held at facility in Nashville last Nashville blood drive Mulberry Gardens week netted 58 usable pints, chair person Doreen Dean said she was please with the “great turnout.” Seven donor .pins were awarded: Gerald Edgecomb, FORECLOSURE NOTICE This THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLEC- 26 gallons; Jack Boarts, 21 firm is a debt collector attempting TOR ATTEMPTING TO COL- gallons; Frank Dunham, 1 to collect a debt. Any information LECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMA-gallon; Steven Graham, 1 obtained will be used for this pur­ TION WE'OBTAIN WILL BE gallon; Gale Weltez, 8 gal­ pose. If you are in the Military, USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. lons: Margarie Markle, 2 please contact our office at the PLEASE CONTACT OUR number listed below. MORT­ OFFICE AT THE NUMBER gallons; and Tom Taylor, 7 GAGE SALE - Default has been BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE gallons. made in the conditions of a cer­ MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE Steven Graham and Ken tain mortgage made by: Bernard SALE - Default has been made in Tutt each won a $5 gift cerF. Barkhuff, A Married Man and the conditions of a mortgage for Mulberry Kimberlin J. Barkhuff, His Wife to made by Renee Sias and Gary tificate Mortgage Electronic Registration Sias, Wife and husband/ to Gardens. Systems, Inc, solely as nominee Nationstar Mortgage, LLC fka The next blood drive is for Decision One Mortgage Centex Home Equity Company, ^set for 1 to 6:45 p.m. Company LLC, Mortgagee, dated LLC, Mortgagee, Mortgagee, dated Thursday? -Feb. 12, at June 23, 2005 and recorded'July September 26, 2005 and record­ 12, 2005 in Instrument # Mulberry Gardens. Donors October ( 11, 2005 in 200507120009925 and also ed nsrumen um er , nftist be at least 17 years of recorded in Old Document refer­ Instrument Number 1154332, Barry County Records, Michigan. age, weigh a minimum of ence No 1149313t in Barry There is claimed to be due at the 110 pounds and. be in rea», County Records, Michigan Said mortgage was assigned to: date hereof the sum of Eighty sonably good health. LEGAL NOTICE HSBC Mortgage Services Inc, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-One Thousand Six Hundred Sixty-Two Dollars and Seventy-Four Cents ($151,662.74) including interest 7.89% 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 ven­ due, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on January 15, 2009 Said premises are situated in City of Freeport, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North one-half of Lot 8 and 9 of Eastwood Acres, according to the recorded Plat thereof. Commonly known as 179 S East St, Freeport Ml 49325- The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ doned In accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later. Dated; DECEMBER 10, 2008 HSBC Mortgage Services Inc, Assignee of Mortgagee I Potestivo & Attorneys:: Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our Hie No: 08-02820 ASAP# 2945433 12/13/2008, 12/20/2008, 12/27/2008,01/03/2009 Thousand' Eight Hundred Seventy-Nine and 23/100 Dollars ($80,879.23) including interest at 11.93% 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 ven­ due at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1.00 p.m. on JANUARY 22, 2009. Said prem­ ises are located in the Village of Freeport, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: "Lot 7 of Block 10 and of .Samuel Roush's Addition to the Village of Freeport, According to the recorded Plat thereof, as record­ ed in Liber 1 of Plats,- Page 23. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are' limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated:' December 20, 2008 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007-5041 248­ 502-1400 File No. 426.0178 ASAP# 2950983 12/20/2008, 12/27/2008, 01/03/2009, 01/10/2009 06682321 COBB WEll DRILLING B REPAIR • 7 Day Service • Pumps Installed & Repaired • Service On Submersible Pumps • 2” - 5” Well Drilling and Repair 30 Years Experience Estimates Available 517-726-0377 356 N. 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Lakewood had the highest score in each of the three rounds of competition. “We had a very good first meet of the season,” said Lakewood head coach Kim Martin, “ and I am very pleased with how hard the girls are working. They have set great goals for this season and I am excited to see what they will do.” Lakewood finished with an overall team score of 668.6. Thomapple Kellogg was second with 636.9, followed by 599.6, Hastings Delton Kellogg 560.5, and Maple The Lion cheer team does the splits during round two of its competition at Wednesday’s Barry County Invitational hosted by Delton Kellogg. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Valley 428.5. The Vikings scored a 202.8 in round one, a 186.0864 in round two, and a 280 in round number three. Martin said that a couple minor errors in round one, some timing issues in round two, and a minor bobble here and there in round three were the only things that cost her team points. Some of those things are expected to happen in the opening meet of the season. “Now that we are healthy we will be making some per­ sonnel changes that will help boost our scores for our upcoming meets,” Martin said. Thornapple Kellogg had the second best round one score, with a 194, and the sec­ ond best round three score at 276. The Trojans’ O-K Gold Conference rivals from The Lions’ lift their teammates off the mat as they run Hastings jumped past them in two, scoring a through their round three performance at Wednesday round night’s Barry County Invitational hosted by Delton 171.5148 to TK’s 166.9714. Kellogg. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Saxon head coach Amy Hubbell said it was the high“We are looking forward to in round two, and a 225.2 in est round two score ever for getting the rounds cleaned up round three. Maple Valley her team. and getting on the mat some scored a 159.1 in round one, Hastings had a 185.7 in more,” Hubbell said. 113.29 in round two, and a The host Panthers scored a 156.2 in round number three. round one and a 242.4 in 181.8 in round one, 153.5608 round three. X Locate More & Bigger Fish with the i Stream & Lake Ma of Michigan Why every angler and boater needs this map Lion ladies’ league record evens with loss to Comets Maple Valley varsity girls’ basketball head coach didn’t want to call Tuesday night’s loss to Kalamazoo Christian ugly basketball, “but it wasn’t real pretty,” he said. The Lions fell for the second time in the league, 57-47 against the visiting Comets. Kalamazoo Christian raced out to a 30-21 half-time lead. “We came our really flat in the first half, and that pretty much set the tone for the entire night,” said Wilkes. The Lions slowly picked up their intensity as the game went on, but couldn’t come all the way back after digging such a big hole. The Lions pulled to within six points by holding the Comets to just eight points in the third quarter. At one point in the run the Comet lead was down to two or three. “Then we fell right back into what we had been doing. We were executing really well for a while, then the execution disappeared. We quit moving the ball around the outside, then (the Comets’ lead) shot right back up to ten points.” Michelle Westerman poured in 17 points for the visiting Comets. Amy Hinkle added 11 and Kaitlin Feddema ten. Elizabeth Stewart led the Lions with 12 points. Leslee Rigelman finished with ten, Jenn Kent nine, and Mikaela Bromley seven. Maple Valley is now 2-2 in the KVA this season. Wilkes said the biggest thing his team needs two work on as it goes forward is its defense. The Lions need to be better at boxing out and getting defensive rebounds, and at stopping opponents from being able to dribble drive into the middle of the defense. The Lions’ contest with Schoolcraft Friday was post- poned. 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Mail To: _______________________________________ State J-AD GRAPHICS 1351 N. M-43 Hwy. P.O. Box 188 Hastings, Ml 49058-0188 06681588 Zip �The Mapte VaJtey News, Nashvfle. Saturday. December 20. 2008 - Page 11 Maple Valley Youth wrestlers win six medals at tournament The Maple Valley Youth Brumm at 40 pounds and Wrestling Club had a good Sam Bonney at 95 were secday at the Dec. 14, Lansing ond. Dillion Terpening (85 Waverly Waverly Tournament. Tournament. pounds; and Travis Franks The team had six wrestlers (170) were third. Garrett finish in the top four in their Pearson was fourth at 49 weight class.. Christian pounds. Schrader took the champi“We are having a successonship at 37 pounds. Jesse ful start and a lot of enthusi- asm with parents and wrestlers,” said coach Gary Pearson. Parents who are interested in gaertetinngs wtheoir acrheildnreenresineto thn e program can contact Pearson at-the Maple Valley High School by calling (517) 852g-927c5. ;’«ll|) v , The 2008-09 Maple Valley Youth Wrestling Club. A couple members of the Maple Valley Youth Wrestling Club work on their tech­ nique during a December practice session. EISD offers student Comets more than mentoring project double up the Lions ■‘Atsai ittMM ftttMtalWm The Eaton ISD Career Preparation Center at Lansing Community College has begun a mentoring proj­ ect to provide support for students who, based on gen­ der, are below 25 percent of the enrollment in programs or are below 25 percent of the employees in a particular career field. EISD has 11 stu­ dents, both male and female, in the CPC who meet that criteria. “Mentoring has proven to be one of the best ways to increase the chances that a non-traditional. student will be successful and continue on in a career field,” said EISD Counselor Cathy Ott Mentors were identified and matched to the students’ career objectives. The 11 stu­ dents met their mentors in November at an introductory breakfast. There was much discussion between students and mentors on general issues surrounding being a non-traditional student and worker. Throughout the rest of the school year, students and mentors will meet at least four times. The students will visit the mentors’ workplace, and the mentors will visit the Career, technical programs help students Students at the Eaton Intermediate School District Career Prep Center have an opportunity to participate and develop leadership skills in a career and technical stu­ dent organization (CTSO). Tire CTSOs that EISD is current­ ly associated with are SkillsUSA, Dependable, damage-free ag towing! win p Lockouts fiWJI ^ifii students’ classrooms. Students and mentors will meet as a group to discuss employment issues, strate­ gies regarding job search, dealing with workplace con­ cerns, and techniques for successful employment as a non-traditional worker. The final meeting will be a cele­ bration to honor the students and mentors and will include parents. The students will also be asked to participate in the center’s visitation day for students considering enroll­ ment there. • Tire Service |» Accident Recovery • Long-Haul * Off-Road .945-0191 DOBiWBBIMMKS JEFF pwmiWBMKy DOBBIN'S AUTO SERVICE, INC. *F* Owner, Jeff Dobbin, ASE Master Technician over 20 years experience Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) and Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA). These CTSOs offer students the opportunity to par­ ticipate in competition with others in similar programs throughout the region, state and nation. CTSOs provide a program of career and leadership development as well as motivation and recogni­ tion for students enrolled in career and technical programs. These organizations are not clubs to which only a few select students belong, but rather an instructional tool when integrated into classroom activities. Students compete in a wide range of activities from interviewing skills to welding, goal-setting to interper­ sonal communication, dental assist­ ing to universal precautions. Maple Valley varsity ones scoring 36 points, boys’ basketball coach but it wasn’t nearly Keith Jones said that he enough as Kalamazoo thought if his team held ■ Christian came to the an opponent to only 36 Valley and scored a 74-36 points on a night, it’d win to get to 2-0 on the give his Lions a good year. chance to win. Kalamazoo Christian The Lions only gave up raced out to a 25-12 lead 36 points on the opening in the opening quarter, night, but didn’t have then shut the Lion offense enough offense to top down the rest of the night Pennfield. In game num­ allowing just six points in ber two of the 2008 sea­ each of the final three son, the Lions were (he periods. The Comets led 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 tomse the sidewalks within the village please remove snow and ice from the sidewalks located in front ofyour home or business. Ordinance 9-999-D requires all occupants of any property located within the Village ofNashville to clear any accumulations of ice or snow from the public sidewalks adjoining the property within 24 hours. If the sidewalk is not cleared as required, the village may cause the sidewalks to be cleared and any costs to the village shall be passed onto the property owner and will be assessed by the village as a lien against the property. Also be aware that state law prohibits property owners from placing snow into the roadway from their property. Thank you Nashville Village Clerk 6682236 GREEN LIGHT DRIVING SCHOOL llc idling goa a blessed (dini&tmas and a dtabba 301 N. Main (M-66), Nashville • 517-852-0000 $285 $40 Segment I Segment II Weekends Jan. 3-Feb 8 Evenings Jan.5-Jan. 29 Dec. 26-Dec. 30 Jan. 5-Jan.7 ‘47-18 at the half. Dustin Houghton had ten points and four rebounds to lead the Lions, while Riley Fisher added seven points. Kalamazoo Christian had 12 different players score in the game, led by Ryan Herder’s 11 points. Brett Vandam and Jared Dykstra added nine points each. Maple Valley’s Friday night game with Schoolcraft was post­ poned. 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E-cards of the biggest names in busi-No. 13040065504.” The body E-cards are an extremely ness — FedEx, UPS, and of the message claims that a are package couldn’t be delivered popular — and inexpensive Wal-Mart. Hackers impersonating well-known and advises the recipient, “To — way to deliver season’s companies that do a lot of take your package back you greetings to loved ones. business this time of year — .should print the copy of Typically, with legitimate especifically retailers and ship-invoice that is in the added cards, the recipient receives ping companies — in order to file.” Of course, the attach-an e-mail with a hyperlink quickly earn recipients’ trust ment is actually a virus that that will take the user to the eand gain access to computer will infect the computer if card which is housed on a drives, files and accounts to opened. Web site. Unfortunately, by steal personal information The BBB advises that design, e-cards are an such as Social Security, bank instead of clicking on the link extremely easy way for hack­ or credit card numbers. in the e-mail, go directly to ers to disguise their phishing “While mos.t of the country the shipper's Web site or con-e-mails and direct users to is spreading peace and love tact the company via phone in their Web sites which install this holiday season, cyber order to confirm whether viruses and malware. criminals are spreading com-there is a shipping problem Consumers should think puter viruses and stealing with a package. Do not open twice before clicking on a identities and information,” attachments to unsolicited e- link in an e-card e-mail since said Ken Vander Meeden, mails. the hackers often will use CEO of the BBB Serving Surveys offering holiday logos from recognized brands Western Michigan. “Hackers spending cash and companies in order to using e-mail phishing mesIn an effort to take advan-appear legitimate. sages are conning consumers tage of cash-strapped holiday ’ The BBB advises that by posing as trusted business-shoppers, phishing e-mails phishing e-mails posing as e­ es such as Wal-Mart, FedEx are circulating pretendiflfe to cards can be difficult to spot. and UPS this time of year to be from retailers such as Wal- Spelling and grammatical take advantage of the season-Mart. One e-mail has a Sub-mistakes are a huge red flag. al increase in online shopping ject line that reads, “Online Also, don’t follow the link in and shipping of merchandise survey from from Wal-Mart an e-card if the name of the all across the country.” Stores!!!” .And the body of sender is unfamiliar. Following are three phish-the message states, “This surConsumers who receive ing e-mails the BBB has spot-vey has been sent only to a suspicious e-mails should ted. and that con artists are few people from our random report them to the Internet relying on this holiday season! generator!”, and “You’ve Crime Complaint Center at to take advantage of con-been selected to fake part in www.ic3.gov. sumers: our quick and easy 9 ques­ For more information on Shipping tions survey. In return we will staying safe when shopping Hackers have created credit $90.00 to your account online and for a host of other phishing e-mails that pretend - Just for your time!” seasonal tips, log on to to be from shipping compaUltimately, the e-mail www.bbb.org. nies claiming that there is a includes a link to a Web site problem with delivery ofwhere the recipient is sup- Ten tips help avoid overeating at social events Studies show that people who enjoy too much holiday food can gain from five to seven pounds between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day. There are ways to enjoy holiday eating with­ out tipping the scale. “People convince them­ selves that it is okay to overindulge now because they will start dieting after January 1,” said Jill Myers, cardiovascular dietitian with Spectrum Health Healthier Communities. “The truth is that people who gain weight during the holidays tend to take at least one or two pounds into the new year. It doesn’t sound like much, but in 10 years that could be a gain of 20 pounds.” This year, consider these 10 tips for enjoying the holi­ days without risking a larger ■ waistline: • Remember what’s important. Make the decision to focus on spending time with loved ones and enjoying the spirit ofthe season — not just the food. • Focus on weight mainte­ nance. Now is not the time to try to lose weight; just trying to maintain weight is a big enough challenge. Set a goal not to gain any weight and stick to it. • Don’t stand near the food. Believe it or not, where someone stands in a room makes a big difference on how much he or she will. eat. Standing near a food table increases the risk of overeat­ ing, so-select some food and find a place to sit and enjoy every bite. • Bring a healthy dish. Bringing a healthy dish guar­ antees there will be at least one thing to eat at the party that isn’t high in fat and calo­ ries. Others will be able to eat healthy, too. • Eat before you go. It is not a good idea to show up at a party hungry. It only increases the chances of overeating. Try eating a snack before leaving. • Pay attention to portion size. Try small portions of favorite foods. That is one way to sample the bounty while limiting the calories. • Be physically active every day. With busy holiday schedules, there seems to be less time to exercise. However, physical activity such as a brisk walk can lower stress, help control appetite, and burn off the extra holiday calories. • Make a plan. Take a lap around the food table and decide what foods to eat. Try to avoid foods that are avail­ able year-round and focus on enjoying the foods that are made specifically for the hol­ idays. • Choose beverages wise­ ly. Alcohol, egg nog, soda and fruit punch are all high in calories and can add pounds quickly. Choose not to drink calories and select water or diet soda.• Maintain perspective. Overeating one day won’t make or break an eating plan. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/822/MapleValleyNews_2008-12-27.pdf 9c5166f69c14114daa86b51ffc707248 PDF Text Text Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 136-No. 52, December 27, 2008 A look back at what made news during 2008 in Maple Valley by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Each year at this time, the editors and staff at The Maple Valley News take a look back at what made news and share some of the top stories in the area’s villages, townships and schools dur­ ing the previous year. Maple Valley Schools The Maple Valley School District began the year on a tentative bright note, but the district’s prospects darkened by October. During its regular January meeting, the board of educa­ tion unanimously approved mid-year budget amend­ ments as presented by the district’s Business Manager Darryl Sydloski. The amend­ ed budget showed a total of $13,259,778 in revenues from local, state, federal, inter-district and other sources, resulting in a gener­ al fund balance of $15,962,385 from which $13,507,300 was appropriat­ ed to cover expenditures for the 2007-08 fiscal year, leav­ ing a fund balance of $2,455,084 in June. The amended general fund budget showed a decrease from the $13,405,870 bud­ geted in June 2007 to $13,259,778 in January 2008. It also showed a decrease from the $13,609,002 budgeted to be appropriated from the gener­ al fund in June 2007 to, $13,507,300 in January. At that time, Maple Valley Superintendent of Schools Kim Kramer said, “We are not out of the woods yet, but things aren’t as bad as we thought they would be,” not­ ing that the district’s budget deficit was not as high as anticipated because of the district, “tightening its belt as tight as it could get it.” In October, Kramer told the board it would once again have to look at tighten­ ing its belt due to an 85-student decrease in enrollment which led to a projected deficit of $375,000 for the 2008-09 school year. Sydloski explained that while the district had budget­ ed for only a $100 per-pupil increase in state aid and the state actually approved a $112 per-pupil increase, the higher-than-anticipated drop in-student count caused the projected loss of revenues. He added that combined with the previous year’s deficit of $78,000, the district was actually looking at a total deficit of $453,000. Kramer said that in November, the board would have to examine options such as dipping into the dis­ trict’s fund equity, making mid-year budget cuts or a combination of both. Before the board’s regular November meeting Nov. 10, Kramer released a list ofpro­ posed budget cuts, including the elimination of spring and summer music programs, sixth grade camp, summer FFA, the high school musi­ cal, senior trip, winter home­ coming, prom, and junior high school sports, in addi­ tion to cuts in teaching and support staff. In August, the Nashville Village Council approved a motion to accept a $200,000 So many people attended Inland Fisheries grant; it was the first step toward the eventual removal of this dam the meeting to protest the on the Thornapple iRiver just west of the M-66 bridge in Nashville. proposed cuts that it had to be moved from the board and proposed budget cuts liaison officer, $7,750 request of a concerned par­ room in the administration was set for Monday, Nov. (During its regular ent, staffmember and former office to the high school 24'. At that meeting, the December meeting, the board member); two non­ gymnasium. board approved budget cuts board later reinstated the liai­ A special meeting to fur­ See YEAR END REVIEW, including eliminating game son officer for the remainder ther discuss the budget crisis continued on page 2 management, $1,500; school of the school year at. the Lion boys won their first state title in 2008 by Brett Bremer Sports Editor ' The Maple Valley varsity boys’ and girls’ track and field teams seemed to be playing a game anythingyou-can-do-I-can-do-better last spring. They were even all the way up until the Michigan High School Athletic Association State Finals. Both teams won champi­ onships in the Kalamazoo Valley Association. Both teams won Division 3 Regional Championships. Both teams finished fourth at the Michigan Interscholastic Track and Field Coaches Association Division 3 Team State Finals. Both teams had medallists at the MHSAA State Finals, but the Lion boys’ team won the schools’ lone state cham­ pionship in 2008. The four­ some of senior Charles Wymer, and juniors Jeff Burd, Nick Thurlby, and Rob Morehouse won the Division 3 1600-meter relay champi­ onship, in- 3 minutes 24.71 seconds. “It was. awesome,” said Lion boys’ head coach Brian Lincoln, who added that he was fairly certain that it was the first state championship performance for the Lion boys’ track and field pro­ gram. That was the end of the day at the state finals for the Lions, but it had already been a very good day at Comstock Park High School. Wymer, Burd, Thurlby, and Jimmy Brown placed third in the 800-meter relay with a time of 1:31.87. Burd was the state runner-up in the 800-meter run, finishing in 1:57.92. “We’re licking our chops for next year already,” Lincoln said. Wymer was the lone sen­ ior who regularly contributed points for the Lions in 2008. For Thurlby, the 1600meter relay performance made him the first Lion boy to ever medal in four events at the state finals. He was also third in the 300-meter intermediate hurdles (39.71 seconds) and fourth in the 110-meter high hurdles (15.19). “The most fun for me this season was breaking the 300meter hurdle record and 4X4 relay (1600.-meter),” said Thurlby. “During running, I’m focused. I block every­ thing out of my head, and don’t think about what’s going on around me, I just run my race.” The Maple Valley girls had a great day too. The team of Dani Christensen, Mallorie Densmore, See SPORTS REVIEW, continued on page 5 In This Issue The .Maple Valley-varsity boys’ and girls’ track and field teams celebrate their 2008 Kalamazoo Valley Association championships. Both teams went on to win regional championships in Division 3, and then place fourth at the Division 3 MITCA Team State Finals. • Letter to property owners has unnecessary charges • Make a resolution to use a library card • Aggies send all 14 to finals at Valley’s Snow Memorial • Castleton, Maple Grove townships approve purchase of new fire truck �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, December 27,2008 — Page 2 YEAR END REVIEW, continued from page 1 instructional aides,' $9,182; driver’s education subsidies, $1,200; one technical para­ professional $7,473; winter homecoming, senior trip and prom advisors, $3,000; one part-time curriculum direc­ tor, $17,443; freezing tech­ nological purchases, $35,000; reducing alterna­ tive education secretary to half-time $8,707; eliminat­ ing the daycare/latch key -program, $19,451 (at the end bf the 2008-09 school year); and closure of four portable classrooms, $30,000. Spared by the board were half-time junior high school counselor, $19,891; junior high sports, $11,756; spring and summer music, $4,214; musical, $4,333; and athletic transportation, $7,500. Some of the items listed above were taken care of prior to the meeting. Cuts that already had been made or those not needing a vote of the board were: Elimination of half-time high school school secretary, $6,900; shifting to reduce one special special education Former Vermontville Township Supervisor Russ Laverty shakes hands with his successor, Jack Owens. 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 .06663407 teacher, $65,682; the sum­ mer agriculture program, $6,320; sixth grade camp, $1,494; and administration returning 1 percent raises, $3,502. Also at the meeting, Kramer announced that an anonymous donor had given $1,500 toward the sixth grade camp, which will con­ tinue this year. During the same meeting, the board heard a presenta­ tion from Eaton Intermediate School District Superintendent Al Widner regarding a proposed county­ wide 1-mill special educa­ tion levy for all five schools in the EISD. Widner noted that the millage would free up approximately $575,837 in money from the general fund that Maple Valley spends on special education each year. That money could Vermontville Township’s new EMS Director Dan Sowles is welcomed by then be funneled into other Vermontville Township Fire Chief Monte O’Dell. Sowles took the helm May 1. programs. If approved by all five districts, the millage five “I don't anticipate hearing school districts, everything as economically request would be put on a Tuesday, May 5, 2009. as possible. anything on these grants school election ballot in May Board trustees Kevin Rost In August, after much until next spring,” said 2009. “Also Jim and Tim Burd cast the dis­ consideration and exploring Freiberger. Kramer noted that the dis­ senting votes. alternatives, the council took Hazelman (from the USFWS trict was still faced with the its first step toward removing private lands division) is also Nashville specter of having to replace In March Chris the dam when it approved a submitting a grant through its aging boiler, systems at a Freiburger, a supervisor with motion accepting a $200,000 the USFWS to see if he can cost exceeding $2.5 million. the Federal Energy 2008 Inland Fisheries grant find some money. I was out He noted that the general Regulatory Commission pro­ from the Michigan on the river yesterday with a fund money freed up over gram in the DNR fisheries Department of Natural private surveyor setting up the course of the five-year division, accompanied by Resources (MDNR) to control points. These control levy would not be enough to Barry Conservation District remove the dam which spans points tell us exactly where cover that expense and sug­ Director Joanne Barnard, the Thomapple River just we are (numerically) on gested the possibility of Thomapple Watershed west of the M-66 bridge in Earth and also tell us the ele­ Maple Valley .seeking an Association President Dana Nashville. vation. We will use these additional local levy to cover Strouse, DNR Fisheries In November, Freiberger control points once we begin that need during the May Biologist Scott Hanshue, e-mailed an update to the vil­ surveying. I hope to begin election should the EISD DEQ Land and Water lage stating that a grant surveying near the end of pursue the 1 mill, five-year Division Analyst Derek application was submitted to November or early special education levy. Haroldson, and Paul Wessel, the National Fish and December. I anticipate this The special education DEQ dam safety engineer, Wildlife Foundation and that taking a couple of weeks.” millage proposal was on the approached the Nashville if the project received grant In November, Nashville board of education’s agenda Village Council about money, it would be used for Zoning Administrator and of its regular meeting removing the dam. During a the stream restoration proj­ Chainpan of the Nashville Monday, Dec. 8. At that public hearing Freiburger, ect At that time, Freiberger Village Planning Committee time, the board voted 5-2 to offered to donate his time said the project had applied Ron Bracy approached the approve the proposed resolu­ and expertise should the vil­ for three grants. The DNR council about the possibility tion from the EISD to submit lage decide to proceed with Inland Fisheries grant had of turning village zoning the question of special edu­ the removal of the dam. He been received, plus a U.S. over to Barry County due to cation 1-mill five-year levy volunteered to help the vil­ Fish and Wildlife Service (2009 to 2013, inclusive) to lage find grants, conduct the grant and the NFWF grant See EM) R£VO, voters during an election to survey, get permits and to do were pending. continued on page 3 be held in each of the EISD’s LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT GRACE WORLD OUTREACH CENTER Come as you are but don't leave the same. Meet at KalamoTwp. 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 UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) Church Service...... Sunday School....... ......... 9 a.m. 10:30 a.m. Wed. 5:30 p.m.................... Family Supper 6:00-7:15.............................. Pioneer Club Sun: 9:00 Sunday S 10: 00 11: 00.................. Sunday: A.M. Worship ........... P.M. Worship.............. ........ 11 a.m. ......... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship ........................................ 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER .Church Service Fellowship GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School................... 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 PASTOR: DON ROSCOE Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST 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. 5505 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte one mile north of Vermontville Hwy. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 Worship Sendees . PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School 10:50 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 3rd Thursday 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages .. .10:30 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 110 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 49096 (517) 726-0258 PASTOR: ISRAEL (IZZY) YOUNG * (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 MINISTER: VIRGINIA HELLER KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 517-541-1144 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH ool 8593 Cloverdale Road oo (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 ml. south ofNashville) Sunday School. ......... 10 a.m. 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.................... 8:30 a.m Other: Prayer Walk, U.M..Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. PASTOR SUSAN OLSEN Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST .. CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service ............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.................. 11:15 a.m. PASTOR CATHY CHRISTMAN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Sunday Mass........................ 9:45 a.m. FATHER AL RUSSELL A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings 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 NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST 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 203 N. State, Nashville 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. SOUTH KALAMO 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 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK 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 .. .6:30 p.m. AWANA.................. 6:30-8 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. Weekly Bible Studies United Methodist Women: 2nd Tuesday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, December 27,2008 — Page 3 YEAR END REVIEW, c lack of volunteers willing to serve on the zoning and plan­ ning commissions and the fact that several areas of Nashville do not conform to its own zoning ordinances. A county overlay zone, similar to the own used in the City of Hastings, could solve that problem, he said. Barry County Zoning Administrator Jim McManus was scheduled to speak to the council and answer ques­ tions at 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 8. Vermontville Township During 2008, all property in Vermontville Township was completely reappraised by LandMark Appraisal Company beginning April 15, and finishing Sept. 1. The letter, signed by then Vermontville Township Supervisor Russ Laverty, stated that, “the reappraisal will not increase taxes on those properties that have been previously taxed for buildings on the property (except for the annual level of inflation required by the State Tax Commission on taxable values). If a building is found on the property that has not previously been on the assessment/tax roll, that building will be added to the assessment/tax roll and will experience an increase in taxes.” The reassessment was the result of the Michigan State Tax Commission unanimous vote in August 2007 to seize control of the township’s tax rolls and turn them over to an independent agency for reassessment before they were returned to the town- ship’s control. This came after the commission’s 14point review, initiated by a taxpayer complaint in February of that year, found the township’s tax rolls to be, “significantly non-compliant,” when it scored 98 out of 196 points possible on the review. Since the reassessments were completed, Township Assessor Jeff Winans, who assumed the post Jan. 1, asked township residents to stop by the Vermontville Village 8 a.m. to noon Tuesday to look over their assessments before the board of review meets Tuesday, March 10; 2009. Residents who cannot get to the office on Tuesday mornings may call the vil­ lage and leave a message for Winans who will make a copy of the requested assess­ ment, which can be faxed or picked up at the office during regular business hours. During the August pri­ mary election, township vot­ ers approved by a 200-64 vote a .75-mill renewal to support the Vermontville Township Library. The measure was originally approved by voters five years ago. The millage gen­ erates approximately $35,000 annually for the library budget and allows the library to continue to provide services and purchase books and materials needed to maintain operations. During the November general election, township voters approved the renewal of the five-year 1-mill oper­ ating levy for the Vermontville Township Fire Department by a 639-323 vote. The millage generates approximately $48,300 annually for the department. In November, Vermontville Township held a potluck dinner to honor Laverty, who decided not to seek re-election after serving as township supervisor since he was appointed to fill the post in October 1989. At that time, his predecessor, Ed Sampson, then the Principal of Maple Valley Jr. /Sr. High, left take the helm of the high school in Bath. Laverty completed This architectural rendering depicts what some downtown Vermontville businesses Sampson’s term and was may look like after they are renovated with funds from a state grant. elected to the post in 1992. Laverty said the highlights of his tenure included reno­ vation of the Vermontville Opera House and the estab­ lishment of the Vermontville Township Fire and Ambulance Board. “Right after I came on board, we got a grant to reha­ bilitate the opera house which was much unusable at that point,” said Laverty. “We emptied it out, sanded and varnished the floors, had the walls insulated and dry­ walled, put in new lighting and bought new curtains for the stage and windows. That was my first big job to over­ see as supervisor.” Laverty also helped the township obtain a second grant, which was used to purchase air-conditioning and new furnaces for the his­ toric building. Castleton Township After struggling to pay its Jud Cooley retired from his post as Castleton Township supervisor in November bills at the end of the fiscal after more than 40 years of service. year and having to go to year levy is expected to gen­ Township. know how the surplus would erate approximately $62,726 In August, Castleton be spent. per township during the first Township resident Don “Castleton and Maple year. Wiggins created a cash flow Grove make quarterly pay­ Prior to the millage pass­ projection for the Castleton­ ments totaling $28,000 a ing, the EMS was funded by Maple Grove-Nashville year, the Village of revenues from runs and quar­ EMS through March 2010, Nashville $25,000,” said terly allocations from each of based on financial records he Wiggins in August. “Do the the municipalities it serves. obtained from the EMS townships need and want to The Village of Nashville Secretary/Treausrer Lorna pass the millage to fund the contributed $25,000 per year Wilson through a FOIA EMS or is it so they can while Castleton and Maple request. decrease or eliminate the Grove Township each con­ Wiggins said that based on money appropriated for the tributed $28,000 per annum. his projections, the increase EMS by the village and each The service now also in revenue from the contract township to use toward infra­ receives an additional $5,400 with Woodland and the mill­ structure such as roads. Is the in income each quarter from age, if approved by voters, money for the EMS or to an annual contract for serv­ would generate a cash sur­ cover municipal deficits? I ice with Woodland plus of $68,634.15 by March 2009 and $258,312.59 by See YEAR END REVIEW, March 2010. continued on page 4 HASTINGS 4 Wiggins said he wanted to www.GQTI.com 269-205-4900 Concerned parents, teachers and Maple Valley Schools staff members filled the bleachers in the high school gymnasium in November to discuss proposed mid-year budget cuts. The New Year chimes are ringing! Time to wish all of you a very happy and profitable 2009. It’s been a pleasure serving you. Jack & Judy s WE WILL BE OPEN NEWYEAR’SDAY 113 N. Main Nashville 06682557 , 852-9700 Country Kettle Cafe Castleton and Maple Grove townships and the Village of Nashville in March asking for additional funds to bal­ ance its budget and pay bills before the end of the fiscal year, the Castleton-Maple Grove-Nashville EMS board decided to ask Castleton and Maple Grove townships to put a proposal for a 1-mill operating levy for the EMS on the ballot for the Aug. 5 primary election. The proposal failed by a 244-231 vote in the primary and was put on the ballot again during the November general election when it passed 746-630. The five- Downtown Hastings on State te St. Rocking Seats ■ All Digital Sound $4.25to$4.75 , ALL SEATS fi except adult evening Salotv r 1 w^LK-IN$ ^WELCOME! t TANN TANNING; L NAILS L 226 N. 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However, Crothers said he felt Wiggins projections were inaccurate. “He assumes that the pay­ roll will be stagnant for the next year and half. But we need to look at an increase if we want to attract and keep quality people, people,”” said Crothers. EMS Board member and Nashville Village Council President Frank Dunham also noted that Wiggins’ pro­ jection did not take into account the rising cost of insurance and utilities and other factors which are likely to increase expenditures. “For his projections regarding Woodland, Mr. Wiggins used numbers from a month with high number of runs. His projections also don’t take into account that the contracts with Kalamo and Woodland are annual contracts, and (those town­ ships) might decide not to go with us next year,” said Crothers. “By March 2009, they will have over $200,000 in the kitty,” said Wiggins. “Personally, I don’t want to get into a fight over num­ bers; but, if I were a member ofthe board, there’s no way 1 would ask for a millage.” Crothers said the EMS board could and would adjust the levy so the service would have enough funds to operate without a huge endof-year surplus as predicted by Wiggins. He added that the board would try to have no more than approximately $25,000 in its general fund at the end of a fiscal year. In October, the meeting room at Castleton Township Hall was dedicated as the J. W. Cooley meeting room, and an open house was held to honor township supervisor Justin “Jud” Cooley, who was retiring from the post after serving the township for more than 40 years. Cooley became involved in township politics in January 1968 when he was appointed Nashville village assessor to replace Carl Tuttle. Cooley was appoint­ ed township assessor and supervisor in 1973 after Russell Meade suffered a stroke and later died that same year. During Cooley’s tenure, he was appointed to serve on the fire board and was elect­ ed as president and served in that capacity for 35 years during which the department grew and expanded. Also during his years of service, the township built and addi­ tion on the old township hall, which was eventually sold after the new township hall was built and dedicate Sept. 12, 1983. Cooley noted that all this was done without an increase in taxes. In addition to the township hall, the ambulance station was built using block grant money. Eventually an addition including living quarters, office and a class­ room was added to the facili­ ty Cooley was succeeded by Cheryl Hartwell who ran unopposed and was elected to the post during the August primary. Maple Grove Township Maple Grove Township voters were in an agreeable mood during the election season, approving the Castleton-Maple GroveNashville EMS proposed 1mill five-year operating levy by nearly 65 percent during the primary. Again, 65 percent of Maple Grove voters approved the operating mill­ age requested by Putnam District Library in Nashville, The road leading to the boat launch in Nashville looked while voters in Castleton rains in September pushed the Thornapple River over its Township rejected it by only two votes. However, since Putnam is a district library, with 132 voters in favor of Block Grant (CDBG) funds administered through the the combined totals from the renewal and 92 against. Michigan State Housing Village of Vermontville both townships determined Authority, In May, the Vermontville Development the results ofthe election and the levy passed, resulting in Village Council held a public $23,250 in Village matching hearing and later voted unan­ funds, and $36,500 in match­ an approval of the millage. Maple Grove voters also imously to approve the vil­ ing funds from the participat­ approved a 1-mill renewal to lage’s application for a ing businesses. The five businesses partic­ provide funds for the fire and facade improvement grant ipating in the facade offered by the Michigan ambulance department mainte­ nance and equipment by a State Housing Development improvements are Ace Auto, Janelie’s, Bart Frith 172-67 vote. The millage is Authority. The project will involve Attorney, Trumble Insurance expected to generate $42,000 during the first year of the the improvement of six and Vermontville Hardware. During the regular building facades within the levy. A dust-control and road downtown business district. November council meeting, maintenance 1-mill renewal The project is proposed to be Vermontville Department of Works (DPW) proposal also passed albeit completed with $59,750 of Public by a much smaller margin Community Development Supervisor Monte O’Dell like a river itself after heavy banks. reported that he had prepared and submitted a six-month progress report and timeline to the Michigan State Housing Development Authority regarding the CDBG, which the village is slated to receive. According to O’Dell’s timeline, the village would finish its environmental review in December, com­ plete engineering and plan­ ning in January, start accept­ ing bids in March, and award contracts in April. Construction is slated to begin in June and be finished before the end of July 2009. Plastics market affects Sunfield recycling center As of Jan. 1, 2008, the Sunfield Township Recycling Center, will not be able to take the follow­ ing items: No. 1 color, all No. 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 plastics or plastic bags. The reason is because the market has dropped and the center would have to pay to get rid of the items which would Saturday 9 a.m. to noon and end up going to landfill. Mondays 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. “We hope at a later date we or until 10 minutes before will be able to take them if dark. The center is located the market comes back. off First Street on the west Sorry for any inconven­ side of the road, just past ience this may cause,” said the water tower. It’s the Keith Brace. building in the middle of Sunfield Township’s the field. “As ofnow we do recycling center hours are have electricity and are OU. working on getting the building wired,” added Brace. Accepted electronics include small fluorescent light bulbs, boom boxes, toaster ovens, microwave ovens, blenders, hair dry­ ers, cameras, camcorders, VCR players, DVD play­ ers, all electronic games, stereos and speakers, vacu­ um sweepers, carpet clean­ ers, phones, projectors, computers, computer moni­ tors (over 17 inches there is a charge), scanners, fax machines, keyboard and mouse. If the objects are heavy, please make sure to bring someone to help unload them. The center also takes: • Paper: newspapers with inserts, magazines, white office paper, mixed office paper, junk mail, phone books, paperboard (any­ thing that goes to a shelf (items that can go in the refrigerator or freezer can­ not be accepted), and card- board (must be tom down and flattened). • Metal: Aluminum and in cans (no labels, cut both ends out and flatten). • Glass: Clear glass jars and bottles. No colored glass. • Plastic: No. Milk jugs, No. 2 Colored, No. 1 Clear. All items must be sepa­ rated and everything must be cleaned and rinsed. Do not drop anything off early only during open hours, added Brace. Serving you and taking cate ofl goutfinancial needs has been a pleasure. tyUe Lookforward to seeing you in 2009. Please note our special L to R: Jane, Dawn, Nicole, Miss Penny, Cathy & Anita EATON SAVING* Wednesday, December 31st New Year’s Eve Day - Close at 5 pm Thursday, January 1st New Year’s Day - CLOSED FEDERAL 150 W. Court Street (269) 945-9535 HastingsCityBank.com H hi K Hastings City Bank Member FDIC ® 5s5'“.<Ss”'’ 109 S, Main Street ■ Nashville ■ 517-852-1830 ATM and Online Banking is available 24 Hours a Day! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, December 27,2008 — Page 5 SPORTS REVIEW, continued from page 1 Elizabeth Stewart, and Lauren Pierce was third in the 400-meter relay with a time of 51:36, and fourth in the 800-meter relay in 1:47.86. Christensen added a third state medal, placing third in the 300-meter hurdles in 46.38. Maple Valley also had Stacey Fassett score a sixth­ place medal in the pole vault. She cleared 9 feet 6 inches. The year started with the wrestlers, cheerleaders, boys’ basketball, and girls’ basketball teams finishing off their 2007-08 seasons. It was the first season boys and girls shared the area basket­ ball courts during the same winter season. And this win­ ter to make things even more fair, they’re sharing gyms on the same night. The KVA decided to play boys’ varsity games at 6 p.m. and girls’ at 7:30 for the first half of the 2008-09 season on Tuesday and Friday nights. During the second halfofthe season, the girls play first and the guys second. Runners weren’t the only state finalists at Maple Valley in 2008. Seniors Tory Roberts and Tyler Corwin were among the five individ­ ual regional qualifiers from the Maple Valley varsity wrestling team in Division 3. See SPORTS REVIEW, continued on page 7 At right: Lion senior Kory Starks was one of two Maple Valley golfers to earn a spot in the Division 3 boys’ golf regional tournament last spring. “S ww> «» **** «»**** Maple Valley junior Jeff Burd races towards a championship in the 800-meter run at the Division 3 MITCA Team State Meet. He went on to finish second in the state at the MHSAA State Finals a week later. Bigger Fish with the jj Stream & Lake Map I 4|V’ ol Michigan feb! SMw Mw **®?®®lij , * ®n i C®tMM||fe Walls; [® taiinfftji LOST STREAM MAP tyt a te harifMtetaim K III teWi as nt 'MtiitanK ski । Mf aimilto •fcta^ 15 gfiflItdiiiM ffi«® ita^nte i^t NoW^ ilwm^ The STREAM & LAKE MAP OF MICHIGAN resembles another mapknown to Pennsylvania anglers as the “Lost Stream Map.” The 'Stream Map of Pennsylvania” was completed in 11965 after a 30 year effort by Howard Higbee, a former Penn State Professor. Professor Higbee succeeded in creating a map of the highest detail possible...a map that shows every stream and lake. He painstakingly plotted by hand, the location of 45,000 miles of streams onto a 3 by 5 foot map. The map sold extremely well until it was lost several years later. Incredibly, the printer entrusted with the original drawing and printing plates declared bankruptcy, then carelessly hauled Higbee's 30 years of work to the landfill. The few remaining dog-eared copies became a prized fisherman’s possession. Professor Higbee was offered $400 for one of his last maps. And state agencies were forced to keep their copies under lock and key. The experts had always told Professor Higbee that reprints were impossible, because the maps were printed in non-photographic.blue. Then, in 1991, at the age of 91, Howard Higbee’s dream came true. Computers made it possible to reprint the map. Holding an updated map, Howard said, “I never thought I’d live to see this day." Then, by combining Professor Higbee’s knowledge with computer tecl teclhnology ’- the STREAM & LAKE MA OF MICHIGAN was created. MAP I Lion senior Tory Roberts (right) feels out an opponent as he competes in the 152pound weight class during the Division 3 Individual State Finals at the Palace of Auburn Hills in March. M ^£1 life ooi^^J »iriyHr ...foryourpatronage this pastyear. We hope to continue to serve you in 2009. Back Row: Ted Kolp, Eric Laurie, Mitch Hauer. Front Row: Felicity and Tim Laurie Woodland Auto Body 499 E. Broadway (M-43) 269-367-4642 We offer Lifetime Warranty A Why every: angler and boater needs, this map Professor Higbee's9 Stream & Lake Map ofMichigan is the first and only highly detailed map ofits kind. The 4-foot-by-4-foot Michigan map shows 35,000 miles ofstreams plus lakes. For a limited time -- get 3 bonuses with each map BONUS #0 4 GUIDEBOOK: Pinpoint the best fishingo in Michiogan with this valuable guide. 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Burghdoff has received information that some Barry County property owners have received a mailing telling them that a deed has been recorded. The letter gives a document number and a date the deed was recorded. One letter, from Lansingbased Michigan Document Retrieval Service, goes on to tell recipients that the document is proof that the title to their property was legally transferred into their name at “One lady came into the regthe time of purchase. It states ister of deeds office and told that ifthey do not have a cer- us they quoted her a price of tified copy of their property $79.” Burghdoff said the mailing deed, they should obtain one does tell the property owner immediately. It directs the readers to that it is a non-governmental obtain a certified copy oftheir organization and that it does deeds by calling a toll-free not have contract with any number or to fill out the order government agency. The let-form and return it in the ter also informs the recipient enclosed envelope. Then it that a “certified deed doculists several reasons why ment may be available from government property owners should have the issuing copies of their deeds in their office.” “The Barry County possession, including to prevent the homeowners from Register of Deeds is the custodian of all real property civil liability lawsuits. “These companies charge records recorded in Barry property owners anywhere County,” Burghdoff said. “If from $50 to $95 for a copy of anyone needs a copy of his or their deed,” Burghdoff said.her deed, mortgage, land con- tract, or any other recorded land document, they may contact the register of deeds office and may obtain a copy forjust $1 perpage. “This fee has been in existence since the early 1960s,” Burghdoff said, “and it has not changed. “If anyone has any questions, they may call the register ofdeeds office at 269-9451289 or. visit our Web site at www.barrycounty.org. “The register of deeds is a public * service office,” Burghdoff added, “and we take this responsibility very seriously.” Nashville boy, grandma donate to Locks of Love Owen Carrigan VERMONTVILLE Owen Carrigan, age 86, of Vermontville, died Sunday, December 21, 2008. Mr. Carrigan was bom September 3, 1922 in the Morapos, CO post office, the son of Owen and Cecil (Taylor) Carrigan. He served in the Navy dur­ ing World War II. Mr. Carrigan was a diesel mechanic for C&J Car Hauling until his retirement in 1985. He was also a scout leader in Detroit for several years. He enjoyed working with wood and building things. He is survived by his son, Tom (Kathy) Carrigan of Vermontville; daughter, Eileen (Bryce) Feighner of Charlotte; son, Timothy Carrigan of Phoenix, AZ; grandchildren, Holly (Paul) Berkimer of Vermontville, Benjamin (Amanda) Carrigan of Negaunee, Jason (Erin) Carrigan of Costa Rica, Amanda and Matthew Feighner, both of Charlotte; great grandson, Owen Carrigan; sister, Evelyn Kruger of Colorado and brother, Everett (Patricia) Carrigan of Colorado. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorthy and brother, Cyril Carrigan. Funeral services were held Friday, December 26 at Pray Funeral Home with Pastor Bryce Feighner of Kalamo United Methodist Church officiating. Interment was in Kalamo Cemetery. If desired, memorial con­ tributions may be made to the charity ofyour choice. Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.prayfuneral.com. Emily L Mix — Ruth Kenyon and grandson Eston Sheldon, son of Ed and Stacey Sheldon, donated 10 inches each of hair for Locks of Love. Eston is 7 years old and attends Fuller^Street Elementary. Becky Holland at Salon 37 in Hastings gave the hair cuts. The hair will be sent to locks of love to make wigs for cancer patients. They are shown here before and after their haircuts. Jones has perfect attendance and voting record in latest legislative session State Rep. Rick Jones is among six Michigan House lawmakers to maintain a perfect voting record for the 2007-08 legislative session. Rep. Jones notched 100 percent attendance for both terms. He missed one vote in the 2005-06 session due to working with the Senate on .legislation. “I believe that the citi­ zens .of Eaton County have the right to a repre­ sentative with a strong work ethic,” Jones said. “This is why I have a per­ fect attendance record for both terms. “I will, never go on vacation during session. The only circumstance I will miss votes is in the case of an extreme ill­ ness.” During the 2007-08 term, 1,899 record roll call votes were taken in the Michigan House of Representatives; Of the 110 representa­ tives, only six maintained a perfect voting record. Several representatives missed more than 250 votes, and one missed 385 votes. Voting records of legislators can be viewed at www.michiganvotes.org. Area students on Miller College dean’s list The dean’s list for the fall 2008 semester at Robert B. Miller College includes the following individuals: **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 9200EM-79Hwy-NashvUle 02892907 Scott A. Daniels Bellevue Barlond, Amy Colleen Kleinfelt, Naomi Phillips, Tracy Rine. Dowling Tammy Whitmore. Nashville - Stacey Fish, Betsy Stevens. Vermontville - Eric Smith. COBB WELL DRILLING (REPAIR HASTINGS - Mrs. Emily L. Mix, age 94, of Hastings (formerly of Nashville) passed away Monday, December 22, 2008 at Woodlawn Meadows in Hastings Emily was born in Vermontville, on January 26, 1914, the daughter of the late (BBert BerrotwnEE. ) .Deaand cnker Alena M. . She was raised in the Nashville-Vermontville area and attended area schools graduating from Nashville High School. She was the widow of Mr. Lynn Mix. The couple was married on July 6, 1931. They spent their married lives together living in the Nashville and Hastings areas where they raised their family together. Lynn and Emily were avid motorcycle enthusiasts and were members of the Hastings Pirates Motorcycle Club, Along with otherr mem­ bers of the club they would tour the country on their Harley Davidson motorcy­ cles. They also enjoyed working and showing their steam engines all over the country. Lynn and Emily were members of the Michigan Steam Engine and Threshers Club and the Charlton Park Steam and Gas Club. In her later years Emily enjoyed making quilts and loved to spend her free time reading about history and biographies. Emily is survived by her two daughters, Doreen (Duke) Wills, Joellen Lancaster; a son, Larry (Barb) Mix; 17 grandchil­ dren; nine great grandchil­ dren; and six great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Lynn in 1993; her six broth­ ers and'sisters, Clayton, Ard, Grace, Marjorie, Alberta, and Gladys; her son-in-law, Clarence Lancaster and her daughter, Loraine. Funeral services were held at the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville, on Wednesday, December 24, 2008. Interment took place immedi­ ately following the, funeral service Lakeview Cemetery Nashville. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Memorial contributions can be made to Hospice. Joe Montgomery. Builders, Inc. We build on our reputation...just ask our customers! *7 Day Senrice • Pumps Installed & Repaired • Service On Submersible Pumps • 2" - 5” Well Drilling and Repair 30 Years Experience Estimates Available Building dreams since 1978 517-726-0377 New Construction and Home Improvement 122 S. Lincoln, Charlotte 356 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Richard Cobb David Cobb Ml LiC- f 1748 77530272 (517) 543-1718 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, December 27,2008 — Page 7 BARRY COUNTY EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS Dec. 29-30 Dec. 31 Jan. 1 ' Jan. 2&5 Jan. 6 Jan. 8 Jan. 12 Jan. 17 .Jan. 19 Jan. 27 Jan. 29 Extension Office closed during lunch. Extension Office closed for New Year’s Eve. Extension office closed for New Year’s Day. Extension office closed during lunch. Teen Leadership Workshop, 6-9 p.m., First Baptist Church in Hastings. Dog Developmental Committee Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Extension Office. Horse Developmental Commitee Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. 4-H Club Finance and Risk Management Workshop, 9 a.m.-12 p.„ Hastings City Bank Comm. Room. y', ’ Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. New Leader Orientation, 7 p.m.. Extension Office. Officer Training and Parliamentary Procedure Workshop, 7 p.m., First Baptist Church in Hastings. SPORTS REVIEW, continued from pag They both then went on to the state finals. Corwin closed out a fine career at Maple Valley with 152 wins, he won his second individual KVA champi­ onship, and earned his sec­ ond state medal by placing fifth in the 125-poiind weight class at the Palace of Auburn Hills. After his 4-2 win over Goodrich’s Kirk Britton in the match for fifth place, Corwin lingered in the arena a bit. “After that match I was balling,” Corwin said. “It hit me after they raised my hand. No more matches, no more matches in high school anyway.” “(Coach Chris) Ricketts told me to look around and soak it all in.” One meet official saw him hanging around and instead of rushing him out, took him on one last walk around the arena. “It’s unbelievable, the Palace in general,” Corwin said. “Being here with all the wrestlers, I don’t really know how to-say it. With all See SPORTS REVIEW, continued on page 8 Commission on Aging Menu and Schedule of Events ji i J?0** J?0 *,hliW "III y® Sa'1 a1 W'mi^ * fe fe • k M ft, ]sfa ^alffltUSlq isWWlfiffl Hearty Menu Monday, Dec. 29 Spaghetti with meatballs, marinara sauce, cauliflower, mixed fruit, garlic bread. Tuesday, Dec. 30 Pea soup with ham, Italian blend vegetable, blueberry cobbler, whole wheat crack­ ers. Wednesday, Dec. 31 Roast pork with gravy, gar­ lic mashed potatoes, aspara­ gus, applesauce, dinner roll. Thursday, Jan. 1 COA closed. No meal delivery. Friday, Jan. 2 COA closed. No meal delivery. Wi iaBHilit M siim nil sniife Btib SsisKakijit i Bl kj In IW W । xa bsM.kisliJ i-EtK tiaisaW'Eins Gst,.'ll)®.fcc jta-(Ws kt »* Cold Menu Monday, Dec. 29 Ham, black bean and toma­ to salad, tropical fruit, wheat bread. Tuesday, Dec. 30 Pork w/Swiss cheese, Spanish bean salad, pineap­ ple and mandarin oranges, wheat bread. Wednesday, Dec. 31 Pea and peanut salad, tomato salad, diced pears, whole wheat crackers. Thursday, Jan. 1 COA closed. No meal delivery. Friday, Jan. 2 COA closed. No meal delivery. Activities Calendar Monday, Dec. 29: Hast­ ings - Music with Sam; Crafts 10:30 a.m.; Card Making 12:30 p.m. Delton Birthday Party. H,W,N Reminiscence. Tuesday, Dec. 30: Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30 a.m. GL - 10:30-12:30 Cards. Dec. Wednesday, 31: Hastings - New Year's at Noon 11 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 1: COA closed. Happy New Year. Friday, Jan. 2: COA closed. Happy New Year. 06682478 gfflf Fwils®®8^ 1 fc afetaisf'®’3 gu M mid fciW fciW* gj--W -n 2 f®d f®d®C Dependable, damage-free • Lockouts Tire Service Accident Recovery Long-Haul & Off-Road BOBBIN'S JEFF DOBBIN'S AUTO SERVICE, INC. Owner, Jeff bobbin, ASE Master Technician «w»* w»* Lion senior Lauren Pierce sprints towards the finish line in the 400-meter relay race at the KVA Championship Meet in May. Maple Valley’s Elizabeth Stewart leaps into the arms of teammate Dani Christensen after setting a new school record in the 800:meter relay at the KVA Championship Meet. Hansbarger Heating & Air Conditioning LICENSED INSURED Vermontville, Ml COLE HANSBARGER Owner Featuring Ruud Gas Furnaces and Air Conditioners. Full Line of indoor Air Quality Products • FREE Estimates Thank you for being such good customers in 2008! On behalf of all of us here at Maple Valley Pharmacy, we would like to thank you for keeping your business local this year. GREEN LIGHT DRIVING SCHOOL Lie As your local independently owned phar­ macy, we truly appreciate the opportunity to serve you each and every time you come into our store. 301 N. Main (M-66), Nashville • 517-852-0000 We look forward to talking care of you in 2009, and we wish you and yours a Happy Healthy New Year! fl/tan/bfrit a yetft, '4/tt’iu (t/a iffmat ant/ /taw a I/Mmo* /kaff Staple Valley -pharmacy- store hours • Mon-Fri 9-6 • Sat 9-1 219 N. Main • P.O. Box 930 ’ Nashville, Ml 49073 517.852.0845 ‘fax 5i7.852.046i after hours service 269.818.7599 06682543 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Saturday, December 27,2008 — Page 8 SPORTS REVIEW, continued from page 7 the talent here, it’s a privi­ lege to be with everybody.” In the spring, a pair of Maple Valley senior golfers advanced in the state tourna­ ment. At their Division 3 dis­ trict tournament, Barry Roscoe and Kory Starks played well enough to earn spots in the regional tourna­ ment as individual qualifiers. Over the course of the summer, the Lions and the rest of the KVA had to start preparing for the addition of LEGAL NOTICE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COL­ LECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFOR­ MATION WE OBTAIN 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 Ricardo J. Rodriguez and Kimberly A. BentonRodriguez, husband and wife, to First Alliance Mortgage Company, a Michigan Corporation, Mortgagee, dated August 11, 1999 and recorded August 23, 1999 in Instrument Number 1034263, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mort­ gage is now held by Bank of America, National Association as successor by merger to LaSalle Bank National Association ("Assignee"), formerly known as LaSalle National Bank, in its capacity as indenture trustee under that certain Sale and Servicing Agreement dated September 1, 1999 among AFC Trust Series 1999-3, as Issuer, Superior Bank FSB, as Seller and Servicer, and LaSalle Bank National Association, as Indenture Trustee, AFC Mortgage Loan Asset Backed Notes, Series 1999-3 by assign­ ment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Nineteen Thousand One Hundred Seventy-Two and 27/100 Dollars ($119,172.27) including interest at 13.25% 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 ven­ due at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JANUARY 15, 2009. Said prem­ ises are located in the Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the North onequarter post of Section 33, Tpwn 4 North, Range 8 West, thence South 1863.6 feet; thence South 89 degrees 57 minutes West 1320 feet to the place of begin­ ning; thence North 157.2 feet; thence South 80 degrees 22 min­ utes West 115 feet; thence South 12 degrees 30 minutes East 186.3 feet; thence North 58 degrees 56 minutes East 85.24 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: December 13, 2008 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007-5041 248­ 502-1400 File No. 199.2404 ASAP# 2945247 12/13/2008, 12/20/2008, 12/27/2008, 01 /03/2009 06681628 Maple Valley senior Tyler Corwin gets a hug from both coach Tony Wawiernia (left) and Chris Ricketts after his fifth-place finish at 125 pounds in the Division 3 Individual State Finals. LEGAL NOTICE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLEC­ TOR ATTEMPTING TO COL­ LECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMA­ TION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default hets been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Brad Chase and Terri Chase, husband and wife, to Ameriquest Mortgage_Company, Mortgagee, dated June 18, 2004 and recorded July 8, 2004 in Instrument Number 1130556, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee, in trust for the registered holders of Ameriquest Mortgage Securities Inc., Asset-Backed Pass­ Through Certificates, Series 2004-R8 by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy-Nine and 73/100 Dollars ($100,879.73) including interest at 9.25% 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 vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JANUARY 15, 2009. Said prem­ ises are located in the Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The East 33 feet of Lot 1 and 2, and the East 33 feet of the North 1/2 of Lot 3, and the West 14 feet of Lots 11 and 12, of Block 7 of A.W. Phillips Addition to the Village of Nashville, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as Recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 6. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: December 13, 2008'Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007-5041 248­ 502-1400 File No. 214.7785 ASAP# 2945262 12/13/2008, 12/20/2008, 12/27/2008, 01/03/2009 06681633 two more schools to the league. Constantine and Schoolcraft were added beginning with the 2008-09 school year. LEGAL NOTICE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLEC­ TOR ATTEMPTING TO COL­ LECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMA­ TION WE OBTAIN 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 Kelly L. Oatmen and Richard Oatmen, wife and hus­ band, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 8, 2007 and recorded February 15, 2007 in Instrument Number 1176465, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Aurora Loan Services LLC by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Three Hundred Eighty-One Thousand Three Hundred Eighty-Eight and 65/100 Dollars ($381,388.65) including interest at 8.475% 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 Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. oh JANU­ ARY 15,2009. Said premises are located in the Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 63 of Sunrise Shores Number 2 according to the recorded Plat thereof as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, Page 98. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless deter­ mined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: December 13, 2008 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007-5041 248­ 502-1400 File No. 191.4096 ASAP# 2945267 12/13/2008, 12/20/2008, 12/27/2008, 01/03/2009 06681638 That added a lot ofdriving time for the Lions. According to Google Maps, the round-trip mileage from Maple Valley High School to Constantine High School is just over 160 miles. The trip to Schoolcraft High School and back is roughly 120 miles. The Maple Valley varsity football team got to make the shorter ofthose two trips this fall, while Constantine game to Maple Valley. Adding two teams to the league meant that all nine football games played by each of the ten teams in the league was a conference contest. The Lions finished 4-5 on the gridiron, in a league that LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLEC­ TOR ATTEMPTING TO COL­ LECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMA­ TION WE OBTAIN 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 Renee Sias and Gary Sias, wife and husband, to Natibnstar Mortgage, LLC fka Centex Home Equity Company, LLC, Mortgagee, dated September 26, 2005 and record­ ed October 11, 2005 in Instrument Number 1154332, Barry County Records, Michigan. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy-Nine and 23/100 Dollars ($80,879.23) including interest at 11.93% 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 ven­ due at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on JANUARY 22, 2009. Said prem­ ises are located in the Village of Freeport, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 7 of Block 10 and of Samuel Roush's Addition to the Village of Freeport, According to the recorded Plat thereof, as record­ ed in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 23. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall. be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any,.are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. Dated: December 20, 2008 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007-5041 248­ 502-1400 File No. 426.0178 ASAP# 2950983 12/20/2008, 12/27/2008, 01/03/2009, 01/10/2009 06682321 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: Bernard F. Barkhuff, A Married Man and Kimberlin J. Barkhuff, His Wife to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc, solely as nominee for Decision One Mortgage Company LLC, Mortgagee, dated June 23, 2005 and recorded July 12, 2005 in Instrument # 200507120009925 and also recorded in Old Document refer­ ence No 1149313 in Barry County Records, Michigan Said mortgage was assigned to: HSBC Mortgage Services Inc, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Fifty-One Thousand Six Hundred Sixty-Two Dollars and Seventy-Four Cents ($151,662.74) including interest 7.89% per annum. Urider 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, Circuit Court of Barry County at 1:00PM on January 15, 2009 Said premises are situated in City of Freeport, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North one-half of Lot 8 and 9 of Eastwood Acres, according to the recorded Plat thereof. Commonly known as 179 S East St, Freeport Ml 49325 The redemption period, shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption peri­ od shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expira­ tion of the notice required by MCL 600.3241 a(c), whichever is later. Dated: DECEMBER 10, 2008 HSBC Mortgage Services Inc, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 08-02820 ASAP# 2945433 12/13/2008, 12/20/2008, 12/27/2008,01/03/2009 saw Kalamazoo Christian, Pennfield, .Constantine, and Olivet all make the playoffs. The Lions’ rivals from Olivet came back from a 16­ 7 deficit in the final game of the regular season, to score a 22-16 victory that gave them six wins for the. year and a spot in the postseason. The rest of the fall was tough on the Lions. The var­ sity boys’ soccer team strug­ gled to score goals and score victories, the varsity volley­ ball team lost a few players as the season went on, and the varsity cross country teams struggled to fill their line-up early in the year. The cross country season did end with some success, as Lauren Trumble from the girls’ team and Joe Benedict from the boys’ squad earned All-KVA honors for their performances at the league’s final meet. The Maple Valley varsity boys’ and girls’ basketball teams had plenty of young talent on their rosters at the end of the 2007-08 winter season, and that talent is try­ ing to gel right now and make strides as the 2008-09 season ’ begins. Maple Valleys’ varsity girls’ team had six sophomores a year ago. The cheerleaders have a new challenge this winter, as they are a part of the inaugu­ ral season of the Southern Michigan Competitive Cheer Conference. The league was organized by Delton Kellogg athletic director Ben Farkas, after the KVA was unable to field enough cheer teams to have a conference competi­ tion of its own. “I love the idea,” said Lion competitive cheer coach April Wagiier, “just for the fact that the girls can have a realistic goal. State, there are just so many teams. It gives, them the chance to show their sport means something and prove they’re working hard.” The girls can also work towards a district champi­ onship this year, as that step has been added to the state postseason tournament because-of the growth of the sport. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, December 27, 2008 — Page 9 Make a resolution to use a library card After checking out materials for years with her mom, Regina Brooks, Allison Dodge now has her own card and limited access to the library's materials and servic­ es. Putnam District Library in Nashville encourages residents to make good on their resolutions to learn something new in 2009 and visit the local library. Putnam library cards are free to patrons in Maple Grove, Castleton and Assyria townships, as well as students of Maple Valley Schools. In addition to items in Putnam’s collection, the library card makes it possible for patrons to borrow items from across the state of Michigan with inter-library loan service. “If you are looking for something that we do not own, let us help you order it for free,” suggested Library Director Shauna Swantek. “Requests and suggestions for library materials are always welcome.” The library is asking current patrons to update their accounts with basic information. This can be done in person or over the phone, with a Michigan identification or 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 the sidewalks located in front ofyour home or business. Ordinance 9-999-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. If the sidewalk is not cleared as required, the village may cause the sidewalks to be cleared and any costs to the village shall be passed onto the property owner and will be assessed by the village as a lien against the property. Also be aware that state law prohibits property owners from placing snow into the roadway from their property. Thank you Nashville Village Clerk 06682236 driver’s license. In January 2009, all accounts that have expired, are unused or have insufficient information will be deleted from the system. Patrons will be asked to present their library card when checking out materials. “Ifyou need to be re-issued a physical card, do it in 2008 before you have to pay the 50-cent replacement cost beginning in January,” she suggested. The library’s phone num­ ber is 517-852-9859 and the library is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays; 3 to 8 p.m. on Tuesdays; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Fridays; and 9 a.m. to noon on Saturdays. The library will be closed on Wednesday, Dec. 31, for New Year’s Eve. CASTLETON TOWNSHIP From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Media influenced election To the editor: In the past election, America goofed. Obama did­ n’t win, McCain lost Why? McCain thought honesty and integrity and service to his country as a POW would be enough to convince Americans to vote for him but he forgot he was under the cloud of eight years of failed Bush policies. I believe people were voting against Bush rather than say­ ing Obama was the best man for the job. But you can thank the media for him. They hung on every word before, during the campaign, and now they push him in front of us, the public, every day. Why should truth matter? Ifhe is a constitutionally dis­ qualified candidate. Why should it matter. Is he an Indonesian who sits in coun­ cil with known terrorists and communists? Why should the truth matter? Hitler once said if you tell a big enough lie long enough, people will believe it. And Lincoln was wrong — you can fool all the people all of the time. Now his wife wants to get paid. Wrong. She knew what she was get- ting into before he was elect­ ed; either she supports him or she goes back to being an attorney. But I don’t think she deserves a salary, better women than her have done the job just to support their husbands and who pays for her? Yep you’re right, you and me. I hope and pray that we will still be a viable country in four years but with the way it’s starting out, I don’t think we will make it. God help us. Steve Toman, Nashville COMBINED NOTICE NOTICE TO PUBLIC OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT ON THE ENVIRONMENT AND NOTICE TO PUBLIC OF REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF FUNDS Date Published: December 27,2008 SYNOPSIS CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD December 3, 2008 Recited the Pledge. Called to order by Supervisor C. Hartwell. All board members were present except J. Reese. There were two people from the public in attendance. Approved the agenda as printed. Minutes from the November meetings were approved as print­ ed. Accepted the treasurer’s report as printed. Approved the bills in the amount of $7,681.59. Annual Road Commission will be January 6, 2009 at 8 a.m. Approved purchasing a hand held radio and installation of a repeeter for the EMS. Committee reports were given and placed on file. Approved amendments to the FOIA policy. Appointed D. Semrau to the Fire Board, Cheryl Hartwell to the EMS Board, M. Trahan to the Transfer Board, and Earl Wilson to the Board of Review. Approved conference costs to the MTA Educational Conference. Approved purchasing safety cones and signs for the fire department. Correspondence was viewed by the board and the public if they wished. There was no public comment. There was no board com­ ments. Adjournment. Loma L. Wilson, Clerk Attested to by Supervisor C. Hartwell 0668246? THE TRAFFIC SCENE‘S A Name That You Can Trust Village ofVermontville 121 Eastside Drive Vermontville, MI 49096 517-726-1429 TO ALL INTERESTED AGENCIES, GROUPS AND PERSONS: On or about January 13,2009 the Village ofVermontville, Eaton County, Michigan 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: Village ofVermontville 2008 Facade Improvement Project The project will involve the improvement of six building facades within the downtown business district. The proposed improvements will take place at 130,131,150,177,176 and 178 South Main Street located within the Village ofVermontville, Eaton County, Michigan. The projected projects are proposed to cost $119,500. Finding of No Significant Impact It has been determined that such request for release of funds will not constitute an action significantly affecting the quality ofthe 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. ) The proposed action will have no permanent adverse effects 2. ) The proposed action will only have minor, short-term construction related impacts. 3. ) The construction impacts will be further mitigated. 4. ) The 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 avail­ able for public examination and copying upon request at the Village office between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. No further environmental review of such 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 to the Village office on or before January 12, 2009. 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 the preceding sen­ tence. Release of Funds The Village of Vermontville will undertake the project described above with Community Development Block Grant funds from the State ofMichigan under Title I ofthe 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, in his official capacity as DPW Supervisor con­ sent 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 ofVermontville may use the Block Grant funds and the state will have satisfied its responsibilities under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969. Located at the Intersection of M-43 & M-50 Objections to State Release of Funds Driver Education for students 14 years, 8 months or older The State ofMichigan will accept an objection to its approval only ifit is on one ofthe following basis: (a) that the certification was not in fact executed by the certifying officer or other officer ofapplicant approved by the State ofMichigan; or (b) that applicants environmental review record for the project indicated omis­ sion 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, Michigan State Housing Development Authority, Community Assistance Team, 735 East Michigan Avenue, Post Office Box 30044, Lansing, Michigan 48909. Gas prices have dropped and so has the price of our Seg.l NOW $320 SEGMENT I CLASS Jan. 5-Jan. 22 Feb. 2-Feb. 19 SEGMENT II CLASS Jan. 27-Jan. 29 March 24-26 Objections to the release offunds on basis other than those stated above will not be considered by the state. No objection received after January 28, 2009 will be considered by the state. Come bring a friend and find out that learning to drive can be fun! To obtain a registration, call (517) 566-7229 Instructors Phil Smith, Denny Ackerson & Roily Krauss 06682532 Monte O’Dell DPW Supervisor 121 Eastside Dr., Vermontville, MI 49096 �Jus! Say "As Advertised m the Map* Valley News’ Saturday December 27, 2008 — Page 10 Castleton, Maple Grove townships Aggies send all 14 to finals approve purchase of new fire truck at Valley’s Snow Memorial During a special meeting Tuesday evening. the Castleton Maple GroveNashville Fire Board met with the Castleton and Maple Grove township boards to discuss four bids the fire board had received for a new tanker truck for the fire department and to hear its recommendation on which to accept Later that evening, the two township boards approved the fire board's recommendation to purchase a Kovatch Mobile Equipment KME truck at the cost of $287,419. The Castleton-Maple Grove-Nashville fire depart­ ment schedules the replace­ ment of its vehicles every 30 years. The department's cur­ rent tanker will be 30 years old in June 2009. However, the board decided to order the new tanker before the first of the year to avoid hav­ ing to meet new emission and safety standards for new fire vehicles which go into effect Jan. 1, 2009. and would have added an addi­ tional $20,000 to $25,000 to the purchase price. The tanker will be ordered next week and after KME receives the chassis of the truck, it will be another 180 days before the department can take delivery ofthe vehi­ cle. The tanker is expected to be in service by late summer. flat As you celebrate the season, please know that your business is appreciated. We gratefully thank youfor your support and hope to continue serving you. Hughes Logging LLC Since 1980 Leonard Hughes Jr. (517) 852-9040 Log With Horses or Skidder •> Dansville was dominant All 14 Aggies reached the championship round, and nine won flight titles, as their team took top honors at Maple Valley’s 2008 Jesse Snow Memorial Invitational Saturday. A Lakewood squad made up of varsity and *B' team wrestlers was the only other team with multiple champions. Dansville finished the day with 302 points. Caledonia was second with 161, followed by Lakewood 137, Coopersville 128, Maple valley 111, Hopkins 80.5, Concord 28, Kelloggsville 22, and Muskegon Catholic Central 10. Maple Valley had three wrestlers reach the champi­ onship round, with Zack Baird at 103 pounds winning the Lions lone title. He scored two pins on the day, including one in the second period of the championship match against Dansville’s Cole Ragon. Baird started the day by y y pinning Coopersville’s Alex Drew in 37 seconds, then scored a 7-3 decision over Coopersville’s Joey Schlatter w houpays to you m Jeff Hynes Chris Hartwell Jerry Binns John Kent Steve Graham in the semifinals. The two Lion heavyweights, Dusty Cowell at 215 and Don Jensen at 275, both placed second with 2-1 records. Cowell lost out in a 5-2 decision against Dansville’s Arthor Bunce in the 215 championship. Jensen was pinned by Dansville’s Johnny Heinz in the 275pound final. The Lions also had Lucas Brumm (140 pounds) place third, and Wayion Eaton (125) Tyler Franks (145), and Ryan Brooke (171) place fourth. Dansville’s other champions on the day included Luke Ragon at 112 pounds, Nick Van Duine 125, Cody Mullhollen 130, Kaleb Myer 140, Lantz Miller 160, Grant Cook 171, and Taylor Trim 189. Lakewood’s Darren Eaton topped Dansville’s Johnny Craft for the 119-pound title, 10-2, and the Vikings’ Mason Blackmer pinned Dansville’s Andy Parsons in the 145pound championship match. Caledonia’s Tanner Zych defeated Dansville’s Ben Breslin in the 135-pound title bout, and in the 152-pound final Hopkins’ Jake Arndt topped Dansville’s Blake Hayes 9-8. For Sale Help Wanted DATA PROCESSING: FREE classes now forming in data entry instruction with focus on income tax preparation. 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PLEASE CALL (269)962-2015 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. 06663912 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. Richard Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517)726-0088 10076 0076 NASHVILLE NASHVILLE HWY. HW VERMONTVILLE Now accepting MasterCard & Visa �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Saturday, December 27,2008 — Page 11 We want to thank youforyour support during 2008 as we all lookforward to a more prosperous outlook for the new year. Delivering the news each week to more than 160,000 homes. 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FrL/Sat. 6AM-Midnight; Sun. 9AM-10PM Nashville IGA Express Accepts: Bridge Cards • WIC Jennifer Curtis (left) of Nashville receives the Dwight Newton Memorial Scholarship from Hastings Exchange Club Past President Marjorie Haas Tuesday evening at the Barry County Board of Commissioners meeting. by Jon Gambee Staff Writer The 2008 Barry County 4­ H Show of Champions win­ ner Jennifer Curtis was a guest of the Barry County Board of Commissioners at its Dec. 23 meeting. Curtis, a 2008 graduate of Maple Valley High School, received a plaque from State Rep. Brian Calley and a $600 scholarship from the Hastings Exchange Club, represented by Past President Marjorie Haas. “She received the Dwight Newton Memorial Scholarship,” Haas said. “Dwight was a founding member of the Exchange Club and a big supporter of 4-H. He passed away some years ago and the Exchange Club and 4-H set aside this money ,to give a memorial scholarship in his name.” Curtis currently attends Lansing Community College and will transfer next year to Michigan State University. “I will study agricultural tech and agriculture indus­ tries,” Curtis said. “I hope to transfer into the general stud­ ies program in environmen­ tal studies and ag science. “My ultimate goal is to enter politics,” she added. In 'addition to her studies, Curtis also works at Binder Park Zoo in Battle Creek, both in the volunteer pro­ gram and in guest services. Curtis, who has been involved in 4-H for 12 years, said she is very thankful for the scholarship. “It is a real honor to receive the scholarship,” she said. “I work in the teen lead­ ership program at the county and state levels,” she said, “and my goal is to help oth­ ers learn about animals and the agricultural system and how each aspect can play a role in everyone’s life.” Her mother, Leighann Curtis, said the family was surprised to see Jennifer receive the scholarship but felt it was well-deserved in as much as her daughter has worked so hard every year; “Jennifer shows a number of animals, including goats, sheep and cats,” Curtis said of her daughter. “She is a very hard worker, and we are extremely proud of her.” She added, however, that this is just one more accom­ plishment by a young person who has achieved so much. “She is a good kid,” said Leighann Curtis. “She is very quick to help others in the 4-H program, too. It shows her commitment to the program.” The elder Curtis also said she was also very impressed by Rep. Calley being at the meeting to recognize Jennifer’s accomplishment. “He drove through a snowstorm to be there. It meant a lot to us,” she said. “I think it was very thought­ ful ofhim and shows his ded­ ication to the people of his district that he would take time out on such a terrible night, weather-wise, to make the trip.” � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Maple Valley News Subject The topic of the resource Newspaper.MapleValleyNews Description An account of the resource The Hastings Public Library wishes to thank Smith Imaging of Rockford, MI for their work digitizing the Maple Valley News. <br /><br />The Library also wishes to thank the Nashville Michigan Historical Society for their generous support in underwriting all digitizing expenses to have the Nashville News scanned into PDFs. The Maple Valley News from 1967-1969 was included in that project.<br /><br /><strong>See <a href="https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/676/How_To_Use_Online_Newspapers_8x11.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">How to Use Online Newspapers</a> for more information about using and searching online newspapers.</strong> Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Maple Valley News Published 2008 Type The nature or genre of the resource PDF Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newspaper Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource varies within year published Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-NC/1.0/ Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. Hastings Public Library Date Accepted Date of acceptance of the resource. 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